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If arty liquid ol; solid object falls into the TV, unplug it and ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has have it checked by qualified personnel before operating furthe]x determined that this product o_roduct...
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Attachments For your protection, please read these instructions con_plete8 _,and keep this manual for future reference. attachinet'lts recoinlTlended Carefully observe comply with all warnings, cautions by the manufacturer, as they may cause and instructions placed on th2, set, or described in the h_lzards.
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Service Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, Damage Requiring Service or other similar surface. Unplug the set from the wall outlet r_'fer servicing qualified set:vice personnel under the following conditions: Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in...
Contents Introduction Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA _ Features ................. About this Manual .......................... Batteries for the Remote Control ....................Front Panel Menu Controls ......................Using the Remote Control Remote Control Description ......................Programming the Remote Control ....................Manufacture's Codes ........................Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment ............
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA ®. Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA ®Features Some of the features you will enjoy include: FD Trinitron Flat CRT-- Delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and outstanding image detail via a technologically advanced tube.
About this Manual This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV. It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver, stereo system, or camcorder. Once your TV is connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on-screen menus.
See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 5. This button does not work with DVD/VCR combo units, and may not work with older Sony equipment. TV/VCR/DVD ,<._ [] Press to change the VHF/UHF output of the VCR (or DVD/VCR combination unit).
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Button Description CODE SET Pn, ss to program your romote control to oporate connected video equipment. See "Programming Remote Control" on page 5. [] P6WER6utigns _,;; ioi_in o_ and of_i_,_Van_oihc,_ _dioj video equipment you have programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see "Programming the Remote Control"...
Programming the Remote Control If you have video equipment other than Sony brand (or if you have a Sony DVD/VCR combination unit) that you want to control with the TV's remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control.
Operating a VCR Press C::D Activate tho romoto control to operate tho VCR (EUNCTION button) Using your TV Remote Control with Other Equipment VC_DVD Power on/off the VCR (VCR/DVD green button) C::D (_(_) or @-@, ENTER Change channols (using tuner) Play video tape Stop...
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....Press ...._L:_ Display SAT Gui&, (satellite receiver) MEt,_U Display SAT Menu (satellite receiver) Operating a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the menu, and the center button select an option (satellite receiver) Press to switch between...
Connecting Your TV Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time. This section explains how to make the basic connections and how to connect optional equipment. TV Rear Panel Jack Description [] V HFlU HF This input connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable.
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Y, PB, PPdL, R This input connects to the component video Y, P_, Pit, and AUDIO L, R jacks on your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only). [] AUDIO OUT This jack connects to the Audio input jacks on your audio (VAR/FIX) equipment.
Basic Connections TV with Cable, Indoor, or Outdoor Antenna Depending on the cable system available in your home, choose one of the connections below: VHF only 75-ohm (Rear of TV) coaxial cable VHF/UHF VHF/UHF Cable Use this to connect the TV to a cable system or an antenna with a 75-ohm cable (usually built into newer homes).
Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR (see page 5). VCR/DVD To activate your remote, press CED (FUNCTION button) to operate your VCR. To do this, first program your remote control, then use the Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 31).
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TV. Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box (see page 5). SAf/CA_LE To activate your remote press CED (FUNCTION button)
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Connecting a TV, VCR, and Cable Box ./:_3 DIGITAL CABLE BOX USERS: If yoU are Connecting a digital cable box, you Will need a Special bie directional splitter (5-900 Mhz mininum) that is designedto work with your digital cable box. Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles...
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Using your TV with this connection Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or cable box (see page 5). SA L_CA_LE To activate your remote, press v0R ..(FUNCTION...
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IN on your TV. Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your satellite receiver (see page 5). SAT/CABLE To activate your remote, press (FUNCTION button) to operate your satellite receiver.
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IN on your TV. Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or satellite receiver (see page 5). VCR_DVD To activate your remote, press CZ) (FUNCTION...
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Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR or satellite receiver (see page 5). Turn on your VCR to enable your satellite receiver to work with this connection. VCR'DVD...
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Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your DVD (see page 5). VOR/DVD _1 To activate your remote, press CZ3 (FUNCTION button) to operate your DVD (see page 7).
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Connecting an Audio System ._:_ if y0U are connecting aHome Theater, please refer to your Home Theater manua! for additional Connections. Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE2) on your stereo. Set the Speaker option to Off.
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VCR to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. Using your TV with this connection This connection allows you to do the following: Program your Sony remote control to operate your VCR (see page 5). VCF_/DVD To activate your remote, press CZ_ (FUNCTION button)
Using Basic Functions Setting Up the TV After you have finished connecting your TV, you can use Auto Program to set up your channels. During Auto Program, the TV will automatically search for available channels program receivable channels. _':_ when you Start Auto Program Wait until it is finished; otherwise it will Skip over Channels that are available.
Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on-screen menus. For more details on how to use the menus, see "Using the Menus" on page 27. Menu Allows you to Adjust your picture settings. Change your audio settings. Customize your channel settings.
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Menu Allows you to Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer i and Timer 2. Select closed captioning options, display the name of the current program and its remaining time (Info Banner), label video inputs, adjust tilt correction, enhance your DVD picture resolution (16:9 Enhanced) or select menu language.
Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting the TV. Using the Remote Control to Navigate on the On-ScreenMenus _i? _;--_ 0 Select To navigate on the on-screen menus, use the "arrow" buttons (_, _", <_, _) to move the cursor.
Using the Video Menu To access the Video menu, use the following steps: To Display To Select MENU Press _ to highlight an option; then press C29. Mode Use the _ or @ buttons to highlight one of the following options, then (hlstomized press _...
Using the Audio Menu To access the Audio menu. use the following steps: To Display To Highlight---__d)--_: To Select NENU Press @ to highlight an option: then press _. Treble Press <>to decrease the higher pitched sounds. Press =>to increase the higher pitched sounds.
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Audio Out Use the _ or _"buttons to highlight one of the following Use to col_trol the options, then press _ to select it. T!7_,voI,me Variable: Adjust the volume through your TV. Fixed: thm_tgh a stereo Adjust the volume through a connected stereo.
Using the Channel Menu To access the Channel menu, use the following steps: To Display ToHighlight [_ To Select MENU %°% Press _' to highlight an option; then press _. Favorite Use the _) or @ buttons to highlight the position (1-8) where you want Channels to set a favorite channel,...
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Auto Program Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV. Auto Program will search for available channels and program receivable channels. Channel Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted channels Skip/Add add new ones. Use the ff or _" buttons to highlight the position of the desired channel, then press _.
Using the Parent Menu To access the Parent menu, use the following steps: To Display ToHighlight _ To Select MENU The Parental Control feature helps parents monitor what their children watch on television. 10 use the Parent Menu When you select the Parent menu, you are prompted to set a 4-digit password.
Parental Control Setting the Rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options. Press @ to highlight Parental Lock, then press CZD. If you are not familiar with Parental Guideline rating system, use one of the following preset categories to simplify the rating selection:...
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Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating Press E_R then use the @-@ buttons to enter your password. _//-:_ Entering your password to Viewa blocked program Will temporarily turn Parental Lock to off. To reactivate your Lock settings, turn the TV off then back on; the TV will return to the settings that you have Selected.
United States: Selecting Custom Rating Options For the United States, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: Movie Rating, TV Rating and Unrated. (For Canada, see page 38.) Movie Rating This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels.
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Unrated You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated. Allow Allows all unrated programs Block Blocks all unrated programs If you Choose to block Unrated TV programs, please be aware that the following programs may be blocked: emergencY broadca£s, politicaI programs,pro, news, public serviceannouncements, religious programs,and weather:...
Canada: Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canada, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: English Rating, French Rating, and U.S.A. Rating. English Rating These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. Rating Defined as Children Children 8 years and older General programming Parental...
Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer menu. use the following steps: To Display To Highlight _ To Select MENU °%°% Current Time Set your TV to the current day and time. Press to open the Current Time menu: Use the &...
Using the Setup Menu To access the Setup menu, use the following steps: To Display ToHighlight I_ To Select Press _ to highlight an option: then press C2D. Caption Allows you to select from three closed caption modes for programs that are Vision broadcast...
If you have a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, "Contacting Sony" at the end of this section. General Problem Possible Remedies I want to reset the TV Turn on the TV. While holding...
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You can use the front panel controls to access your menus, control change channels, adjust the volume, or change video inputs (page 2). Contact your nearest Sony Dealer to order a replacement, please call our Sony Direct Accessory and Part Center at 1-800-488-7669 (U.S.
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Video Problem Possible Remedies No picture, no Make sure the power cord is plugged sound If a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a few minutes, disconnect and reconnect the power cord. If the problem continues, call your local service center.
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The number is located on the rear of your TV and on the front cover of this manual. Our Customer Information Services Center phone number is 1-877-899-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or (416) 499- SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).
Index 16:9 Enhanced Manufacturer's Codes 6 Menus Audio Out 30 Audio 29 Auto Program 23, 32 Channel Auto SAP 29 Parent 33 Setup 40 Balance 29 Timer 39 Bass 29 Video 28 Batteries Mode Inserting in remote 2 Movie 28 Brightness Pro 28 Standard...
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