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TruSurround technology. Note to CATV System Installer FD Trinitron and the Wega logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for Owner’s Record...
Important Safeguards For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and Attachments keep this manual for future reference. Do not use attachments not recommended by the Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and manufacturer, as they may cause hazards. instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual.
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Power-Cord Protection Service Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the Damage Requiring Service power cord, and do not place the set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: Antennas When the power cord or plug...
Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Using the Menus Overview..............1 Overview..............25 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega......2 Using the Video Menu ........26 Using the Remote Control ........3 Using the Audio Menu ........28 Using the Channel Menu ........30 Using the Parent Menu ........31 Installing the TV Using the Timer Menu ........34 Overview..............5...
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter defines the contents of your Wega TV, and provides an overview of how to set up and use basic features. Topic Page Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega Using the Remote Control...
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-to- corner detail. You’ll recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you’ll notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube.
Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Using the Remote Control Inserting Batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. Remove the batteries to avoid damage from possible battery leakage whenever you anticipate that the remote control will not be used for an extended period.
Installing the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV: Topic Page Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting a VCR and Cable Connecting a VCR and Cable Box Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing Connecting a Satellite Receiver Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR Connecting an Audio Receiver Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video...
Installing the TV Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting Directly The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your to Cable or an home. Newer homes are equipped with standard coaxial cable (see ); older homes probably have 300-ohm twin lead cable (see );...
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Installing the TV Cable and Antenna If your cable provider does not feature local channels, you may find this set up convenient. CATV cable Rear of TV (No connection to TO CONVERTER) TO CONVERTER Antenna cable VHF/UHF Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by pressing on the remote control.
VHF/UHF CATV cable (unscrambled channels) Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box (see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 42). When using Favorite Channel or Twin View, you cannot view the AUX input in the window picture.
Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Connect the cable TV cable to the VCR’s IN jack. Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. Using an A/V cable, connect the VCR’s A/V OUT jacks to the TV’s A/V IN jacks.
Installing the TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box Connect the single (input) jack of the splitter to your incoming cable connection, and connect the other two (output) jacks (using coaxial cable) to IN on your cable box and VHF/UHF on your TV. Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the VCR’s VHF/UHF IN jack.
Installing the TV Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing If you connect two VCRs, you can use the TV’s MONITOR OUT feature to perform tape-to-tape editing. In the connection shown below, the TV functions as a monitor and sends the program being played by the playback VCR to the recording VCR.
Installing the TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receiver’s A/V OUT jacks to the TV’s A/V IN jacks. Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
Installing the TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s VHF/UHF IN jack. Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack.
Installing the TV Connecting an Audio Receiver Using audio cables, connect the TV’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio receiver’s audio LINE IN jacks. AUDIO-L AUDIO-R (white) (red) Line input...
Installing the TV Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors Using three separate component video cables, connect the DVD player’s Y, P , and P jacks to the Y, P , and P jacks on the TV. The Y, P , and P jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y, C , and C...
Installing the TV Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors If your DVD player has video component output connectors: for best picture quality use the connection described on page 15. Using audio cables, connect the DVD player’s audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio IN jacks.
Installing the TV Connecting a Digital TV Receiver Using three separate component video cables, connect the Digital TV Set-top box’s Y, P , and P jacks to the TV. Be sure to read the The Y, P , and P jacks do not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to manual for the Set-top box.
Installing the TV Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. To control your other Sony equipment with your TV’s remote control, use a CONTROL S cable (not supplied) to connect the equipment’s CONTROL S IN jack to the TV’s CONTROL S OUT jack.
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use new features of your TV, including: Topic Page Using Favorite Channels Using Twin View Using the Freeze Function...
Using the Features Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channel feature lets you select programs from a list of favorite channels that you specify. To display a list of your favorite channels: You must specify your favorite channels before you can display them. See the Favorite Channel description under “Selecting Channel Options”...
Using the Features Using Twin View Twin View enables you to watch two programs at the same time. You can also change the size of both the left and right pictures. Displaying Twin To display twin pictures Pictures Press To cancel twin pictures Press again (or press button).
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Using the Features Changing the The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right Picture Size pictures. To enlarge the left To enlarge the right picture (reduce the picture (reduce the right): left) Move the Move the joystick joystick left to right to activate activate the left...
Using the Features Using the Freeze Function The FREEZE button allows you to temporarily capture a program’s picture. You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc. To use the FREEZE function When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press the FREEZE button.
Using the Menus Overview The Menu gives you access to the following features: Menu Icon Description Page Allows you to make adjustments to your picture settings. It also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing. Offers enhanced audio options such as listening to second audio programming To display the menu or...
Using the Menus Using the Video Menu To select the Video Menu Press MENU Select To restore the factory default settings for Picture, Brightness, Color, Hue, and Sharpness Press on the remote control when in the Video menu. RESET Selecting Video The Video Menu includes the following options.
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Using the Menus Option Description Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp, clean Velocity edge. Select from High, Medium, Low, Off. Modulation DRC-MF Creates a high-resolution picture with 4x density, for high Digital quality sources (i.e. DVD, Satellite). Select from Interlaced, Progressive.
Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio Menu Press MENU Select To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass, and Balance Press on the remote control when in the Audio menu. RESET Selecting Audio The Audio Menu includes the following options: Options Option Description...
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Using the Menus Option Description Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a Enjoy stereo, program broadcast in stereo. bilingual and Auto-SAP Select to automatically switch the TV to mono programs second audio programs when a signal is received. (If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains in Stereo mode.) Mono Select for mono reception.
Using the Menus Using the Channel Menu To select the Channel Menu Press MENU Select Selecting Channel The Channel Menu includes the following options: Options Option Description Favorite Channel Program up to eight of your favorite channels to appear in your Favorite Channel list.
Using the Menus 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 Press MENU Select When prompted, use the 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four-digit password.
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Using the Menus US Models: For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following Selecting Custom options. For Canadian models, see page 33. Rating Options Option Description Movie Rating All children and General Audience. Parental Guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental Guidance for children under 13. Restricted viewing, parental guidance is The content ratings will suggested for children under 17.
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Using the Menus Canadian Models: For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the Selecting Custom following options. For US models, see page 32 Rating Options Option Description English Rating All children. Children 8 years and older. General programming. Parental Guidance. Viewers 14 and older.
Using the Menus Using the Timer Menu To select the Timer Menu Press MENU Select To reset the Clock or Timers Press on the remote control when in the adjustment menu. RESET Selecting Timer The Timer Menu includes the following options: Options Option Description...
Using the Menus Using the Setup Menu To select the Setup Menu Press MENU Select Selecting The Setup Menu includes the following options: Setup Options Option Description Caption Vision Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption). CC1, CC2, Displays a printed version of the CC3, CC4...
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Using the Menus Option Description 16:9 Enhanced Provides enhanced picture resolution for widescreen To use this feature with sources, such as DVD (only available when the TV is in widescreen DVDs, set your VIDEO mode). Press TV/VIDEO and select from one of the DVD player to 16:9 aspect following options: ratio.
Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics: Topic Page TV Controls and Connectors Using the Remote Control Troubleshooting Specifications Index...
Other Information TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu The front panel menu controls allow access to the on-screen menus Controls without the use of a remote control. Pressing the button brings MENU up the on-screen menus. The arrow buttons move the on-screen cursor in the menus and the ( ) button selects the menu item.
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L (MONO)/R or video component. CONTROL-S IN/OUT Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video components. HD/DVD IN Connects to your DVD player’s or Digital Set-top box’s (1080i, 480p, 480i) component video (Y, P ) and audio (L, R) jacks.
Other Information Using the Remote Control The following table describes the buttons on the remote control that are for more advanced functions. Main Power button must be turned ON to activate the Remote Control. Button Descriptions Outside Panel Button Description MUTING Press to mute the sound.
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Press 0 – 9 to select a VCR channel, the channel changes after 2 seconds. Press ENTER for immediate selection. CODE SET ENTER CODE SET Used for programming the remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment. For details, see FUNCTION TV/VIDEO VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE “Programming the Remote Control” on page 42. TV/DBS...
VTR3 DVD Player DVD/MDP If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedures to program the remote control. The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability in order to be used with the remote control.
Operating a VCR To Do This ... Press VTR/DVD (POWER) Turn on/off Change channels CH +/- Record N and REC simultaneously. Play Stop Fast forward Rewind the tape Pause X (press again to resume normal playback) Search the picture forward M or m during playback or backward (release to resume normal playback)
Operating a Satellite To Do This ... Press Receiver SAT/CABLE (POWER) Turn on/off Select a channel 0-9 buttons, ENTER Change channels CH +/- Back to previous channel JUMP Display channel number DISPLAY Display DBS guide GUIDE MENU Display DBS menu Move highlight (cursor) Joystick or arrows Select item...
If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may (screen not lit), no sound need service. Call your local Sony Service Center. Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Push the power button on the front of the TV.
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4357. The master password clears your previous password; it cannot be used to temporarily unblock channels. 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) (U.S. residents...
Specifications All Models (General) ® Picture Tube FD Trinitron tube Antenna 75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF Television System NTSC, American TV Standard Channel Coverage 2-13 14-69 CATV 1-125 Power Requirements 120V, 60 Hz Number of Inputs/Outputs Video (IN) 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative S Video (IN) Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms...
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KV-32XBR400 Supplied Accessories Remote Control RM-Y174 AA (R6) Batteries 2 supplied for remote control Optional Accessories AV Cable VMC-810/820/830 HG Audio Cable RKC-515HG S-LINK Cable RK-G69HG Component Video Cable VMC-10/30 HG TV Stand SU-32XBR4A Visible Screen Size 32 in (812.8 mm) picture measured diagonally Actual CRT Size 34 in (863.4 mm) picture measured diagonally Speaker Output...
Index 16:9 (widescreen) DVD player 3-D sound, adjusting Using with TV remote control 45 With A/V connectors, connecting 16 With component video connectors, connecting Antenna, connecting Audio menu Audio receiver, connecting Enlarging pictures, in Twin View Auto Program (channel setup) Extended Data Service Balance, adjusting Favorite Channel...
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Index Parental control, described Password Changing 31 Connecting two, for tape editing 11 Setting 31 Using with TV remote control 44 Picture contrast, adjusting With cable box, connecting 10 Picture definition, adjusting With cable, connecting 9 With satellite receiver, connecting 13 Power cord, removing from holder Velocity Modulation Presetting channels...