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SON_ 4-087-509_21 FD Trinitron Operating Instructions © 2002 _y Corporation WARMNG ]b reduce tbe risk of fire or shock bazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs brck_dcast on UhIP or VhtF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require a utbori_ tion from the broadcasler/cable company and/or program owne_ NOTIFICATION ATTENTION RISQUE DECH_ ELECTRIQUK NK PAS OUVRIR PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CH_UE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 7his symboI is inte_ded to alert the presence of uninsulated "dangerous within the product's enclosure that sufficient magnitude lo conslitute a electric sboek to persons¸ user to the voltage" may be of risk of This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operati_g and m aintenance (servicing) instructions in lhe literature accompanying the appliance. Tbis equipment has been tested and found to compl_ with tbe ]imit_ for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed lo 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 inslructions, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. I towever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radi_ or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, lhe user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measure_: Reorient or reloca le the receiving antennas. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an ouget on a circuit different from that to wbich tbo receiver is connectod. Consult lhe dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expresMy approved in Ibis manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. _nstaIHn9 To p_'event internal beat buildup, do not block the ventilation oponJngs. Do not install tbo TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration. The AC power cord is att_tched to the rear of the TV with hooks Do not attempt _o remove the cord from lbese books Doing so could cause damage to the TV. CAUTION As an ENERGY gTAR_i:pa rtyler, 70 PREVENT ELECT R[C SHDCK, MATCH PLUG TO WIDB SLOT, FULLY INSERT, WIDE BLADE OP Sony the CAUTION When using TV games, computers, and similar product_ with your 7V, keep the brightness and contraM functions al low settings, if a fixed (non=moving) pattern is left on the screen for )ong periods of Brae at a bigh brightness or contrast setBng, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. Contin uous]y watching the same program can cause the imprint of s_a lion logos onto lhe 7V screen. These {ypes of imprints arc, no_ coverod b_ your warranf_ because lbey are tbe result of mJs uso. Note on Caption Vision ]his televisioI_ receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance wilh §15.119 of the PCC rules Note on Geanin 9 the TV Clean the TV witb a soft, dry clotb. Never use strong sol_ ent_ sucb as tbmner or benzine, which might damage the finish of the cabmet Note to CATV System _nstal_el ]his reminder is provided to cM] [he CATV system instdHer's attention to Article 820_40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cab]o ground shall be connected _othe grounding system of tbe building, as dose to the point of cable entry as practical has product determined or product ENH{GY _[AR; for energy ENERGYSrAl<_ is a U.S. registered that models this meets guidelines efficiency mark Owner's Record The model instruction whenever and serial numbers are provided on the front of this manual and at [he real" of the TV R_,fer lo them regarding this product. TruSurround and the C_) ° symbo] are trademarks Inc. Tmgm'round technology is incorporated under SRS Labs, inc. of SRS Labs, license from lrademark you call upo_ your Sony dealer Information BBE and BBE gymbo] are trademarks of BBB Sound, Inc. and are licen_d by BBE Sound, Inc. under U.S. Patont No. 4,638,258 and 4,482,866. Wega, FD Trinitron, Steady Sound, Digital Reality Creation, Caption Vision, CineMotion, Memory Stick, and Twin View are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation ClearEdge VM and IID DetM]er are lrademarks of Sony Corporation. 1 For your protection, please read these instructions keep this manual for future reference¸ corn plete]}) and Never push objects of any kmd into the set through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous x oltage points or short out parts that could result m a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set. Carefully observe and corn ply with all warnings, cau_ons and instructions placed on lhe set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual¸ WARNING _b guard against injm'y, the following basic safel} precautions should be observed in the inst,dlatJon, use, and servicing of the set Use Power Attad_mertts Do not use attachments no[ recommended manufacturer, as they may cause hazards. by the Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cfeaning or poIisbing it. Do i_ot use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for deaning the exterior of the set. a polarized AC power cord If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or Dequent while the TV is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician, ll is n_rmal for some TV sets [o make occasional particularly plu_ way. This is a safety feat uro........ If you arc, unable to _ Xhisplugvvillfitintothop tleton]yono insert the plug full}' into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electridan have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose the polarized plug by forcing it in. to of For the set with a three-wire groundin_J type AC plu9 7his plug will only fit into a grounding-type power oullet. Tbis is a safel} feat ul'e. If you ale unabJe to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electricia n to have a suaable outlet installed. Do not defeat [he safety purpose of the grounding snapping or popping whon being turned sounds, on or off. _nstallati0n Alternate Warnin£ Always use lwo or more people to lift or move the set The set is beavy and the bottom surface is flat. Serious injury can l'esuJt from trying to move the set by yourself a]ono, or from unsteady bandling. Install the set on a stable, level sur fdce Water and Moisture Do not use powerdine operated sets near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchon sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc Accessories plug. Overl0adin_ Do not overload wall ougets, exlension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacil}) since this can result in fire or electric shock. Always turn the set off when it is not 1o be used. When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall ouget as a precau_on against the possibility of an inlerna] malfunction that could create a fire hazard. Do not disconnect the antenna or the power coM during a heavy storm. Lightning may strike while you are holding the cable or cord, causing serious iniury. Turn off your TV and wait for lhe weather to improve. Memory Stick Xbprotect small children from injury from Memory Stick Media, remove all Memory Stick media from the TV's Memory Stick slot and store it in a sah, location when it is not in use. 2 _. Cleanin 9 Xhis set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pm for grounding). Fogow the instructions below: set with _i,__ _._\ Do not place any object.,, especially beavy obiects, on top of the set. The object may fdl] from the set, causing mjur}: Sources This set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the serial/model plate, if you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company For those sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating inslruclions. For the Object and Liquid Entry Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table or shelf. The set may fall, _ causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and ' _ serious damage to the so4 Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV. An}' mounting of the product should follow the manu_cturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufecturen An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfeces may cause the appliance and cart combination Disconnect move the to _ g overturn. all cables set and cords from the set before attempting Do not allow children or pels to climb up onto, or push against, set. The set may fall, causing serious iniury. to lhe Ventilation 7he slot_ and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary Yen fiIation. To ensure reliab]e operation of the set, and to protect it from overheafing, these slo_s and openings must never be b]ocked or covered. For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is ]eft unattended and unused for long periods of timp, unplug it from the wall out]el and disconnecl the antonna. This wig prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power Iine surges Ne_er co_er the slots and openings with a c]oth or other materials. 5erv]ge Damage Requiring Service Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other simi]ar surface. Unp] ug the set from the wall oufl et and rofer servicing service personne] under the fo]]owJng condifions: to qualified When lhe power cord or plug Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or bui]tan cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. isdamaged orErayed. Do not place lhe set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight. If liquid has been spilled into the set or objects have fa]len into the product¸ Power Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place ti_e set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. W--_]] If the set has been exposed waten lo rain or If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged Antenoas If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow lhe precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in lhe vicinity of overhead power lines or other elec_ic light or power circuits, or where it can come irt contact with such power lines or circtlits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTEK)OR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WIT/f THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. If the set doee not operate normally when fo]lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls lhat are specified in g_e operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against vo]tage 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 provide 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 co_duclors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding eleclrodes, and requirements for the grounding dectrode. Servidn9 Antenna Grounding Accord}n 9 to the National Eleddcal Code, ANSI/NFPA70 Replacement Electricselvice equipment ...... i ounding conductors (N C Section81021) Ground damps _-_ Puwerservicegr0m dir 9 electr0de system{NECArL20 Part b) change in performance, it Do not att.mpt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you lo dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all ser_ icing to qualified service person ne]. Parts When replacement service technician used roplacement manufacturer that the original parts. Unauthorized other hazards. Groundclam NEC:Nat0na lect{ealC0de When the set exhibits a distinct indicates a need for service parts are required, be sure the certifies in writing that he has part_ specified by the have the same characteristics as substitutions may resu]t in fire, electric Upon corn p]efion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safer} checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition, and to so certify. When the set reaches the end of its useful life, improper disposal could result in a picture tube implosion Ask a qua]ified service technician to dispose of the set. shock or d 3 Introducing Setting Using the Up the the Remote FD Trfnftron Wega Overview ....................................................................................................... Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega ............................................................... Package Contents .............................................................................. Features ............................................................................................ 7 7 7 7 Overview ....................................................................................................... About the AC Power Cord ................................................................. TV Controls and Connectors ....................................................................... Front Panel ..................................................................................... Rear Panel ....................................................................................... Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna ................................. Cable or Antenna Only .................................................................... Cable and Antenna Only ................................................................. Cable Box and Cable Only ............................................................... Cable Box Only ................................................................................ Connecting Optional Equipment ............................................................... About Using SVIDEO ...................................................................... VCR and Cable ................................................................................ VCR and Cable Box ......................................................................... Two VCRs for Tape Editing .............................................................. Satellite Receiver.............................................................................. Satellite Receiver and VCR ............................................................... 9 9 10 10 12 14 15 16 18 20 21 21 22 24 26 28 30 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors ............................... DVD Player with SVIDEO and Audio Connectors ............................. Camcorder ...................................................................................... Audio Receiver ................................................................................ Using the CONTROL S Feature ................................................................... Setting Up the Channel List ....................................................................... Using Auto Setup ............................................................................ 32 34 35 36 37 38 38 TV Control Overview ..................................................................................................... 39 Inserting Batteries ....................................................................................... Button Descriptions .................................................................................... Outside Panel .................................................................................. Inside Panel ..................................................................................... 39 40 40 42 Programming the Remote Control ............................................................ 43 5 Using Using the the Features Overview ..................................................................................................... Watching TV ................................................................................................ Using the Scrolling Index ........................................................................... Using Twin View ......................................................................................... Displaying Twirl Pictures .................................................................. Factors Affecting Dual Picture Features ............................................ Activating the Picture ...................................................................... Changing the Picture Size................................................................ Using Favorite Channels ............................................................................. Creating a List of Favorite Channels ................................................. Displaying a List of Favorite ChanneJs .............................................. Using the Freeze Function .......................................................................... Using the Memory Stick Picture Viewer .................................................... About Memory Stick ........................................................................ Supported Image Types ................................................................... Unsupported Image Types ............................................................... Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick .......................................... Displaying the Memory Stick Menu .................................................. Using the Memory Stick Index ......................................................... Using the Memory Stick Slideshow .................................................. Changing the Memory Stick Setup Options ..................................... Using the Rotate Picture Screen ....................................................... Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control ........................... 45 46 47 48 48 48 49 50 51 5t 51 52 53 53 53 54 55 56 57 58 58 59 60 Overview 63 Menus ..................................................................................................... Navigating Through Menus ....................................................................... 64 Using the Audio 66 Menu Using the Channel Using the Parent ............................................................................... Menu ............................................................................ 68 Menu ............................................................................... 70 Using the Timer Menu ................................................................................ 73 Using the Setup 74 Menu ................................................................................ Overview ..................................................................................................... 77 Glossary ....................................................................................................... 78 Notes on Using Memory Contacting Specifications Stick Media ........................................................ Sony .......................................................................................... Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... .............................................................................................. Optional Accessories ................................................................................... In dex ............................................................................................................ 6 63 Using the Video Menu ................................................................................ 79 80 80 84 84 85 This chapter describes shipped and provides Pr÷sentfng the FD Trinitron the contents an overview of the package of the features in which the TV is of your Wega TV. W÷ga The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced outstanding contrast, uncompromising corner detail. VAY-GAH) accuracy, is characterized and corner-to- by You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube. This flat-screen technology improves picture detail without distortion, unlike conventional curved screens. The FD Trinitron delivers outstanding image detail not only at the screen center, but also at the corners -- so you can enjoy a bright, clear picture from any location in a room. Package Contents Along with your new Trinitron TV, the packing control and two AA (R6) batteries. up and use the TV. Features Some of the features that you These will enjoy items with box contains a remote are all you need your new DRC ® (Digital Reality Creation} Multifunction: conventional line doublers, the DRC Multifunction to set TV include: Unlike feature replaces the signal's NTSC waveform with the near-HD equivalent, while doubling the number of vertical and horizontal lines. This results in four times the density for quality sources, such as DVD, satellite, and digital camcorders. The Video Menu allows you to select interlaced, progressive, or CineMotion TM outcput. The DRC Palette option lets you customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) to create up to three custom palettes. Scrolling scrolling Index: Lets you preview index of video pictures. and select programs from a 7 Twin ViewTM: Using the Multi-Image Driver (MIDX), Twin View allows you to watch two programs side by side, with the ability to zoom in one picture. You can watch pictures from two different sources (1080i, left Twin View sources.) Favorite of your 720p, 480p, and 480i) simultaneously. window can display 1080i, 720p, and Channels: Allows favorite channels. ClearEdge definition you to preview VM Velocity Modulation: by enhancing vertical lines. Steady Sound®: output between Equalizes programs volume and select Sharpens TM levels (Only 480p the from eight picture so there is consistent and commercials. Memory Stick ® Picture Viewer: Allows you to view on your screen digital images that are stored on Memory Stick media. TV Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections. HD DetailerTM: Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth frequency rating, which allows it to send more video information to the screen, sources. CineMotionTM: resulting in finer picture quality, 3-2 pulldown processing Reverse optimal picture quality for film-based shot in 24 frames-per-second format). _16:9 is alsoreferredto as widescreenformat. 16:9 Enhancement: maximizes picture "enhanced sources especially for HD provides (media originally Vertical Compression technology that resolution when playing "anamorphic" for widescreen" Parental Control: V-Chip unsuitable programming sources, including many technology allows parents from younger viewers. DVDs. to block Digital Visual Interface (DVI): Can accommodate a copyprotected digital connection (HDCP*) to other devices (such digital HDTV set-top boxes) input terminal and is not intended that have compatible interfaces. is compliant with the EIA-861 for use with *High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection personal computers. or as The DVIstandard This chapter TV Controls includes for setting Connecting up your a Cable or Antenna 14-20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 35 36 Using the CONTROL S Feature 37 List 38 The AC power cord TV. 10-13 Connecting Optional Equipment 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 Camcorder Audio Receiver Setting Up the Channel the AC Cord instructions and Connectors Basic Connections: About Power illustrated is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook. Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. Gently slide the plug upward to remove it from the hook. Once removed, the AC power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location. YOLICaR detsch the co_d[rom this hook 9 TV Control5 Front and Con_ector5 Panel _ _i_Z_ ¸¸'!_@ a ,_i_ M }MORYSnCK Memory Stick insertion Viewer" on page 53. [2] MEMORY5HCK LED When lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. (Do not remove Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.) [3] S VIDEO VIDEO2 iNPUT Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite vide() (_). 14] VID}O/L(MONO)AUDIO-B Connects to the composite VlDrO 2 INPUT video equipment. 15] M iN U Press to display the Menu. Press again to exit from the Menu. For details, "Using the Menus" on page 63. [] _ • ÷ ÷ Press _ _ ÷ ÷ to move the on-screen 1_;] + S}LECT slot. For details, Press to select the on-screen A/V output jacks on your camcorder Stick Picture the or other see cursor. highlighted item. 18_ TV/VIDFO Press repeatedly vide() inputs. 19] _VOLU M} _ Press to adjust the volume. 110] _CHANPq} k_- Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly hold down either C}qANN}k button. 11_] TIM}R LED When lit, indicates one of the timers is set. When the timer is set, this LED will remain lit even if the TV is turned off. For details, see page 73. 112] STANDFlYLED 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). 1113] Infra ed Receiver (lt_) POWER Receives to cycle through see "Using the Memory the vide() equipment through connected channels, to the TV's press and IR signals from the TV's remote control. Press to turn on and off the TV. 11 Rear Panel _i ¸- _1 _81 13¸- _1ol I1] DVI liDTV VIDEO AUDIOR/L (VIDEO7 IN) Can accommodate a copy-protected digital connection (IIDCP*) to other devices (such as digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVI-tIDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended for use with personal computers. See the instruction manual that came with your equipment for details about coimecting and using it with the TV. S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture or VtIF/UtIF (_) connections. VIDEO/L(MONO) _AUDIO_B quality than either composite component. A fourth component A/V input jack (VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the TV. This video connection provides better picture quality than the VtIF/UtIF ([9]) connection. connected, you can use the TV as a monitor for tape-to-tape editing with 480p, 720p, or 1080i when the input is set to VIDEO 5 or 6). [5] AU[)i00U _ i\;AR/ iXi k (MONO}/[_ (1080i/720p/480p/4801} video (_) (not available Connects to the left and right audio input iacks (jr your audii) ijr video equipment You can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stere(> system. and audio (L/R) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than %, .......................................................................................................... Auxiliary RF input that connects to your anterma, CATV cable, or cable box output jack. This is convenient if you are using two VItF/UtIF cable, or cable box). For details, see pages 16 to 19. sources (antenna, CATV your TV to switch between Krambled cham]els (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. Use this jack instead of a splitter to get better picture quality when you need to switch between scrambled and unscrambled cable channels. For details, see pages 18 to 19. Vt: iU(_ ....................... Primary IN/OUT infrared-controlled _ input that connects audio to your VtIF/UItF or vide(> equipment antenna or cable. that has the CONTROL S function. * High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection 13 Basic Connections: Connecting _ 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. Cable or Antenna Only 15 No cable box or VCR Cable and Antenna Only i_ No cable box or VCR 16 Cable Box and Cable Only i_ Cable box unscrambles only some channels (usually premium channels) No VCR 18 Cable Box Only Cable box unscrambles No VCR 20 See the connections all channels described on pages 22 and 24. Cable Only or Antenna Forbestresults, useone ofthefollowing cormectior_s ifyou arecormec_in_ a cable oran antenna and you Do not need a came box to unscramble channels. (If you have a came box, see pages 18-20.) Do not intend and 24.) to connect a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 22 The connection you choose depends your home, as described below. Cable Type Connect As Shown VIIF Only or combined 75<_}mt Vt tF/Ut Cable cable _°_+xal __ IF or Cable Type VtIF Only or UtIF Only or combined VIIF/UtIF on the came type you have in H F Connect AS Shown 300-o_m twit ead cane (riot supplied) Cable Type VHF and UttF Connect As Shown 75-ohm coaxial cable VHFtUHF 300-ohm _v@_ ead c_sbJe 15 Cable Only and Antenna For best results, use this connection if you Have a cable and an antenna. (This is convenient receive additional company.) if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to channels that are not provided by your cable Do not have a cable box or VCR. (If you have a cable box, see pages 18 to 20. If you have a VCR, see pages 22 and 24.) Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna CAWcame TO (NoCONVERTER) connectie_to CONVERTER Apten[_acable VHFIUHF With this connection, you cannot view CAW channelsin the right dual picture window. Notes o_Using ThisConr_ectior_ Switch the TV's input between the cable and antenna Press A_,_Tto switch back and forth between inputs. Receive channels using an 1 Press ANTto switch to the AUX input. of the cable 2 Set the Cable option to Off. For details, see "Selecting Channel Options" on page 68. Run the Auto Setup program, as described in "Using Auto Setup" on page 38. antenna, instead 3 the TV's VItF/UtIF and AUX 17 Cable Box Cable Only and For best results, use this connection if: Your cable company scrambles channels (which requires you scramble all channels. some channels, such as premium to use a cable box), but does not You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 22 and 24.) Use the the the the TV remote control to change channels coming through cable box to the TV's AUX input jack. (You must first program remote control for your specific cable box; see "Programming Remote Control" on page 43.) Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV's VHF/UHF input. (The TV's tuner provides a better signal than the cable box.) With this connection,you can use all the dual picture features for unscrambledchannels coming directly into the TV'sVHFIUHFinput jack. However,you can use only some of the dual picture features for channelscoming through the cable box to the TV'sAUXinput jack. Forexampie, when you switch the TV's input to AUX-- to selectthe cable box input -- the picture displaysonly in the left window. Forexample,if you turn on Twin View, you can watch cable channelscoming into the VHFIUHFjack in the right window, but you cannot swapthe picturesbetween the left and right windows. Toconnect thecable boxandcable 1 Connect the cable VHF/UHF jack. from your cable company to the TV's 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the TV's TO CONVERTER jack to the cable box's input jack. (The TV's internal converter lets you switch between unscrambled signals coming straight into the TV and scrambled signals coming in through the cable eliminating the need for an external splitter.) 3 Use a coaxial cable TV's AUX jack. to connect 4 Run the Auto Setup program, Channel List" on page 38. the cable box's as described box, output jack to the in "Setting Up the Coilxial cable _N (_ OtlF 3 2 Co_xiacable AUX TO CONVERTER Cable (unscrambled d al_neB) VHFIUHF Notes onUsing ThisConnection Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually and then use the cable box to switch channels. Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box Program the remote control. pages 43-44. Activate the remote control operate the cable box to See "Programming channel the Remote 3 or 4) Control" on Press SAT/CABLEFUNCTION Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels When box is feature Menu" using the cable box, you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You can use the TV's Channel Fix to lock in a specific channel. For details, see Using the Channel on page 68. Switch the TV's input between the cable box and cable Press ANTto switch back and forth between the TV s VttF/UIIF (unscrambled channels) and AUX (scrambled) inputs. Cable Box Only For best results, use this connection if: Your cable company to use a cable box. You do not have scrambles a VCR. (If you all channels, which requires have a VCR, see pages you 22 and 24.) Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box.) With this connection, all channelscomeinto the TVthrough your cable box and only one unscrambledsignal is sent to the TV,so you cannot use the duat picture features.,tf someof your channelsarescrambled, but othersare not, considerusing the "Cable Box and Cable" connectionon page 18 instead. Toconnect the cane box 1 Connect 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect TV's VHF/UHF jack. the cable 3 Run the Auto Setup program, Channel List" on page 38. as described CAW cable N _ the CATV cable to the cable box's input box's jack. outcput jack to the in "Setting Up the Coaxia_cable OUT Notes on Usin_ This Connection Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually and then use the cable box to switch channels. Set up _he Tv remote control to operate the cable box Activate the remote control to Pr0gram the remote contr(iil See ;;Priigrammlng pages 43-44. Press SAT/CAgLEFUNCTION operate channel 3 or 4) the Rem(ite Ciintriii;; iin the cable box Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels When box is feature Menu" using the cable box, you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You can use the TV's Channel Fix to lock in a specific channel. For details, see "Using the Channel on page 68. Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions equipment: in this section the following VCR and Cable 22 VCR and Cable Box 24 Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver 26 28 Satellite Receiver and VCR 30 DVD Player with Component Connectors About Using S VIDEO to connect Video optional 32 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 34 Camcorder 35 Audio Receiver 36 If the optional equipment you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack (shown at left), you can use an S VIDEO cable for improved picture quality (compared to an A/V cable). Because S VIDEO carries only the video signal, you also need to connect audio cables for sound, as shown below. _IDEO I_ _CtC ©® VIDEO A_dio cable 21 VCR and Cable For best results, use this connection if: Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box. With this connection, you can useall the dual picture features. To connect the VCR and cane 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 3 Use an A/V cable to connect TV's A/V input jacks. 4 Run the Auto Setup program, Channel List" on page 38. VHF/UHF the VCR's the VCR's input VHF/UHF A/V as described output in "Setting jack. output jacks jack to the Up the Coilxiaf cable .... B _DEC L CAW cable topic AIV cable Notes o_ Using This Connection Watch the VCR Press TV/VI©EOrepeatedly illustration). to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the Watch cable channels Press TV/VII)EOrepeatedly illustration). to select the cable input (VI tF/UI tF in the Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. "Programming the Remote Control" on pages 4,3-44. Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR Open the outside cover, as shown on page 42. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR. Control VCR functions the TV remote control See "Operating Label video inputs identify equipment to the TV with to easily connected See a VCR" on page 6/). See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 74-75. 23 VCR and Cab_Box For best results, use this connection if: Your cable company scrambles channels (which requires you scramble all channels. some channels, such as premium to use a cable box), but does not With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features. Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box; see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 43.) Use the TV remote control to change channels into the TV's VHF/UHF jack. (The TV's tuner signal than the cable box.) Record coming channels directly coming through into the TV. the cable coming provides box and directly a better channels Toconnect a VCR and cane box, you need: A splitter, which is a small, inexpensive purchase at your local electronics store. Three One coaxial A/V device that you can cables. cable or one S VIDEO cable with audio cables. Toconnect the VCRand cable box 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter's jacks to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the cable box's input jack. the splitter's 4 Use a coaxial cable to connect VCR's RF input jack. the cable box's output jack to the 5 Use an A/V cable to connect TV's A/V input jacks. the VCR's A/V output jacks 6 Run the Auto Setup program, Channel List" on page 38. as described jack of the splitter. other two output output in "Setting jack to to the Up the m 1 CATV cable Coaxial? 4 cable A/V cable _ Notes on Using This Connection Watch cable (unscrambled) channels Press 1V/VI{)EOrepeatedly illustration). Watch cable box (scrambled) channels Turn on the VCR and tune it to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). Press TV/VF)E0repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Use the cable box to change channels. Watch the VCR Press TV/VII/E0repeatedly illustration). Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable box or VCR If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on pages 43-44. Activate the remote control to operate the cable box or VCR For the cable box, press 5AT/CAI_L}FUNCTION.For the VCR, ()pen the outside cover, as shown on page 42. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR. Control specific cable box and VCR functions with the TV remote control See "Operating Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV See the ilzstructions to select the cable input (UItF/VItF in the to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the a Cable Box" on page 61 and "Operating a VCR" on page 60. for setting up Video Labels on pages 74-75. 25 Two VCRs for Tape Editing Connecting two VCRs lets you record from one VCR to the other. By connecting them as shown below, you can view (monitor) what is being recorded. Toconnect two VCRsfor tape editing 1 2 Use an A/V cable to connect the playback jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks. VCR's A/V out-put Use an A/V cable to connect jacks to the TV's MONITOR VCR's A/V input the recording OUT jacks. m _D_ m IN UNE OUT 1 _]_ OUT IN A/V came A/V cable Notes onUsing ThisConnection View (monitor) recorded what is being Press TV/VIDE0 repeatedly illustration above). to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the Set up the TV remote control to operate the VCR(s) If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on pages 4,3-44. Activate the TV remote control to operate the VCR(s) Open the outside cover, as shown on page 42. Then set the A/V slide switch to the position you programmed for the VCR. Control VCR functions the TV remote control See "Operating with Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV a VCR" on page 60. See the ilzstructions for setting up Video Labels on pages 74-75. 27 Satellite Receiver _a con_ect a satellite re(eiver 1 Connect satellite the satellite input antenna cable to the satellite receiver's jack. 2 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks. 3 Connect a CATV VHF/UHF jack. 4 Run the Auto Setup program, Channel List" on page 38. 3 cable from your cable receiver's or antenna as described A/V output to the TV's in "Setting Up the Notes o_ Using This Conr_ection Watch the satellite receiver Press TV/VDEOrepeatedly to select the satellite (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to operate satellite receiver Activate the TV remote control the satellite receiver Control satellite receiver TV remote control the to operate functions Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV with the receiver input If you have a non-Sony satellite receiver, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on pages 43-44. Press 5AF/CA}]LEUNCTION. See "Operating a Satellite Receiver" See the instructions 75. on page 60. for setting up Vide() Labels on pages 74- 29 Satellite Receiver and VCR ]_acon_ect a satellite receiver and VCR 1 Connect satellite the satellite input antenna cable to the satellite receiver's jack. 2 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 4 Use an A/V cable jacks to the VCR's 5 Use an A/V cable to connect TV's A/V input jacks. @ Run the Auto Setup program, Channel List" on page 38. VHF/UHF the VCR's VHF/UHF to connect the satellite A/V input jacks. receiver's