Sony KDL32XBR950 manual

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    4-!01-428-11 (1) EGA LCD Color TV Operating Instructions MEMBRY STREK WEGA ENGINE _) 2003 Sony Corporation[...]

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    The model and serial mnnbers are located at the rear of the display unit, the side of the media receiver unit and on the ea_lons (white label) Record these mnnbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to theln whenever you call upon your So W dealer regarding this product Model No. Display Unit Media Receiver Unit Serial No. Display Unit Media Recei[...]

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    i i ii_ ¸ To 1educe the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or nloist/lre R_SK OF ELECTRIC SHDCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIOUE NE PAS OHVR_R PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTR[CO NO ABRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK}. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER _E[...]

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    The following SONY appliance(s) %r use only with the %llowing TV STAND or WALL-HANGING RA(K UNIT. Use with other TV STAND or WALL-HANGING RACK LLNIT is capable of resulting in instability causing possible iNury SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO KDL32XBR950 (consists of LDM-3210 and MBD-XBR950L) KDL42XBR950 (consists of LDM-4210 and MBD-XBR950L) SON'*&qu[...]

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    Clean the A( power plug regularly If the plug is covered with &1st and it picks up moisture, its insulation may deteriorate and result in fire Unplug the AC power plug and clean it regularly. ..... ' ,!i This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,[...]

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    Do not place this unit in a place where medical equ_lnent is m use It may cause malfimcfion of medical instrmnents i ! i ¸(¸ Z Do not use power-line operated sets near water for example, near a bathvub, washbowl. kitchen sink. or laun@ tub, in a wet basement, or near a swmmling pool. etc It may result in fire or electric shock. Do not place the s[...]

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    Leave some space around the unit Otherwise, adequate air-circulation may be blocked causing overheating and cause fire or damage the unit When installing the unit on the wall 30 cm (11 7/sinches) 1 1 10cm i 10cm (4 inches) (4 inches) much : j: space. 10 cm (4 inches) When instNling the unit using a stand ..... 30 cm (11 7/s inches) 10 cm (4 inches)[...]

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    If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicini b, of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come m contact wifll such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTE_A SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CON[...]

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    .... (arly'ing the TV requires at least two people If you carry the TV m a manner other than that specified and without the specified mnnber of persons, itmay drop and a serious mjuly" may result Be sure to follow the instructions given below Carry the TV with the specified mtmber of persons. Carry the TV holding the upper and bottom flam[...]

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    Welcome ............................................................................................... 13 Package Contents .......................................................................... 13 Features ......................................................................................... 13 Overview .....................................[...]

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    Overview .............................................................................................. 57 Inserting Batteries ............................................................................... 57 Button Descriptions ............................................................................ 58 Programming the Remote Control .........[...]

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    L _ _ 7 _ L L About Memory Stick ............................................................................ 79 Features ......................................................................................... 79 Memory Stick Compatibility ............................................................ 80 File Compatibility .........................[...]

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    Overview ............................................................................................ 101 Navigating Through Menus .............................................................. 101 Using the Video Menu ....................................................................... 102 Selecting Video Options ...............................[...]

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    Thank you for purchasing the Sony LCD Color TV. This manual is to be used with the following models: KDL32XBR950 KDL42XBR950 Package Contents The package contains the following: Display unit (LDM-4210 or LDM-3210) Media receiver unit (MBD-XBR950L) Remote control (RM-Y1000) and two size AA batteries Two AC power cords Display interface cable Antenna[...]

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    WEGA EngineTM: Delivers superb picture quality from any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-to- analog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing. This engine features unique Sony technology, including: • The first step in the digital processing system, Composite Component Processor2 (CCP2), which enhances [...]

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    Digital Visual Interface (DVI-HDTV): Can accommodate a copy- protected digital connection (HDCP*) to other devices (such as digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVI-HDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended l_r use with personal computers. i.LINK: Provides a secure digital interface to ot[...]

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    This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TM TV Controls and Connectors 18-22 Installing the TV 23-29 Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna 30-32 Connecting Optional Equipment About Using S VIDEO VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver and VCR DVD Player wit[...]

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    Display Unit The table top stand is supplied with KDL32XBR950 only. (The table top stand is optional for KDL42XBR950.) Outputs audio signal. The speakers on the model KDL42XBR950 can be detached and used with the optional speaker stand. For details, see page 26. Receives IR signals from the remote control. i ......... When lii, indicates that ihe P[...]

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    i E ® _r--1 i • --2"2 ......... 2_ 1 Connect to the DISPLAY SIGNAL OUT jacks of the rear of the media receiver unit by using the supplied display interface cable. Connects the supplied AC power cord. This switch is provided for future use and not used for this model. Make sure that the EXT SP switch is set to OFF. These temlinals are provid[...]

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    Media Receiver Unit Front Panel Press to turn on and off the main power of the TV Set. Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on. The LED lights up in red when in standby mode. The LED does not light up when the main power is turned oil 2 If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the media receiver unit needs servicing (see &qu[...]

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    Connects to the i.LINK jack on your i.LINK-compatible portable device. Provides a secure digital connection between your TV and your i.LINK-compatible portable device. on Connects to the composite A'Voutput jacks your cameorder or other video equipment. !ii Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has S [...]

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    Media Receiver Unit Rear Pane/ Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either composite video ( ) or VHFiUHF () connections. Connect to your DVD player's or digital set-top box's component video (Y, PB, PR) and audio (L.R) jacks. Component video p[...]

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    _ Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Connect the display interfi_ce cable (supplied) to the DISPLAY SIGNAL IN jack, and the AC power cord (supplied) to the AC IN jack of the unit. i ® ® r Display interface m Tighten the cable (supplied) screw slowly until the screw is stabilized. (supplied) cable (supplied) screw slowly u[...]

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    _ When you install KDL42XBR950, use one of these optional accessories: SONY TABLE TOP STAND: SU-P42T2 SONY WALL-MOUNT BRACKET: SU-PW2 SONY FLOATING STAND: SU-PF1 Connect the other end of display interface cable to the media receiver unit's DISPLAY SIGNAL OUT jacks, and connect the AC power cord (supplied) to the media receiver unit's AC I[...]

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    Storing the AC power cord and the display interface cable inside the stand (KDL32XBR950 only) You can store the AC power cord and the display interface cable into the stand by removing the cable cover on the display stand. Press down at the tab on the top of the cable cover, then pull out. iiil i Cable cover Remove the cable cover by lifting it up.[...]

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    Detaching and attaching the speakers (KDL 42XBR950 only) The speakers on the KDL42XBR950 can be detached. When detaching the speakers, spread padding or the packaging material on the floor to prevent damage to the speaker housing or terminals. Be careful not to place too much pressure or use excessive force when detaching the speakers. Be sure the [...]

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    Pull the speaker straight out to detach. i lii Attach the supplied speaker jack covers. i i ii i i Insert the bottom part of the speaker jack cover (@), then firmly push in the top part (@). Speakerjack cover ,_ Do not connect the detached speakers to other audio equipment. The EXT SP ON/OFF switch is provided for future use and not used for this m[...]

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    D ii i ¸¸ i i ! _ _D ii Hii _ When attaching the speakers, spread padding or the packaging material on the floor to prevent damage to the speaker housing or terminals. Be careful not to place too much pressure or use excessive force when detaching the speakers. Be sure the display unit is stable on the floor. Speaker ......... I (left) Rear side [...]

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    Attach the speakers. Be sure to attach the right speaker (marked as [_) to the right side of the display unit and the left speaker (marked as [_]) to the left side. to ®. Fasten the four screws to the rear of the speaker. Please adjust speaker position slightly in vertical direction so that screws fit in correctly. Make sure that the EXT SP switch[...]

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    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 30 No cable box or VCR Cable Box and Cable 31 (;able box unscrambles only some channels (usually premium channels) No VCR Cable Box 32 (;able box unscrambles all ch[...]

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    Cable Box and Cable ..................... iiii ii ii Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (,a_ich requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 34 and 36.) ii i i Use the remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the [...]

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    Cab/e Box ! i iii ii i i. ii ¸ i. i Your cable company scrambles all channels, which requires you to use a cable box. You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 34 and 36.) Use the 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 cab[...]

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    Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment: VCR and Cable 34 VCR and Cable Box 36 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 38 Satellite Receiver 40 Sate!lite Receiver and VCR 42 DVD Player with Component Video Connectors 44 DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors 46 Digital Satellite Receiver with DVI-HDTV connector 47 Cam[...]

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    VCR and Cable ! i iiii ii ii Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box. With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features. i i ! ii Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's VHF/UHF input jack. Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the VCR's VHF/UHF output jack to the TV's CABLE input jack. Use an A/V cab[...]

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    Watch the VCR Press repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Watch cable channels Press : repeatedly to select the cable input (CABLE in the i!lustration). Set up the remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR, you nmst program the remote control. See operate the VCR "Programming the Remote Control" on page 60. [...]

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    VCR and Cable Box Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features. i) Use the remote control to change channels coming through the cable box. You must first pro_am the remote control t_r [...]

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    A/V cable CATVE cable Coaxial cable (not supplied) Watch cable (unscrambled) Press repeatedly to select the cable input (CABLE in the illustration). channels Watch cable box (scrambled) Turn on the VCR and tune it to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 channels or 4). Press repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illus[...]

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    Two VCRs for Tape Editing Connecting two VCRs lets you record fioln one VCR to the other. By connecting them as shown below, you can view (monitor) what is being recorded. >_i i ¸¸5¸¸¸¸¸ ii_ i_i Use an A/V cable to connect the playback VCR's A/V output jacks to the recording VCR's A/V input jacks. Use an A/V cable to connect the[...]

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    Set up the remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See operate the VCR(s) "Programming the Remote Control" on page 60. Activate the remote control to Press repeatedly until the indicator lights up. operate the VCR(s) Control VCR functions with the See _'Operating a VCR or D-VHS" on page[...]

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    Sate//ite Receiver i iiii ii 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 l_V's A/V input jacks (VIDEO 1 or 3). Connect the supplied antenna cable from your cable or antenna to the l_V's CABLE or VHF/UHF input ja[...]

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    Watch the satellite receiver Press repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the remote control to operate the satellite If you have a non-Sony satellite receiver, you must program the receiver remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 60. Activate the remote control to oper[...]

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    Sate/lite Receiver and VCR i ............................................................... 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 the supplied antenna cable to connect the VCR's VHF/UHF output jack to the TV's CABLE input[...]

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    Watch the satellite receiver Press repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). The VCR may need to be turned on and set to the satellite receiver input. Watch the VCR Press repeatedly to select the input to which the VCR is connected (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR or sate[...]

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    DVD Player with Component Video Connectors For best results, use this connection if your DVD player has component video (Y, PB, PR) jacks. Use three separate component video cables to connect the DVD player's Y, PB and Pa output.jacks to the Y, PB and PR input.jacks (VIDEO 4 or 5) on the TV. _ The Y, PB and PR jacks on your DVD player are some[...]

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    Watch the DVD player Press repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 4 in the illustration). Set up the remote control to If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control. See operate the DVD player "Programming the Remote Control" on page 60. Activate the remote control to Press : repeatedly until the indicator ligh[...]

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    DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Use this connection if your DVD player does not have component video (Y, PB, Pa) .jacks. i ?iiil i .......... Use an S VIDEO cable to connect the DVD player's S VIDEO jack to the TV's S VIDEO input jack (VIDEO 1 or 3). Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player's audio output jacks to th[...]

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    Digital Satellite Receiver with DVI-HD TV connector Use a DVI-D single link cable to connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's DVI-HDTV output connector to the TV's DVI-HDTV input connector (VIDEO 6). _3 The DVI-HDTV connector carries only the video signal, you also need to connect the audio cables for sound. Use an audio cable to connect [...]

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    Camcorder For easy connection ofa 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. Use an A/V cable to connect the camcorder's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks (VIDEO 2). ._ Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 33. VID O 2 I _ii.- J A/V cable To [...]

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    Audio Receiver For improved sound quality, you may want to play the TV's audio through your stereo system. Use an audio cable to c_mnect the TV's AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio receiver's line input jacks. 7"_ i !i i : To _ine input Audio cable Using the TV's Audio menu, set the option to . Then set the option to or, , depend[...]

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    Sub Woofer Use a monaural audio cable to connect the TV's SUB WOOFER OUT jack to the sub woofer's input jack. Monaural audio cable (not supplied) Sub woofer input Device with an Optical (Digital Audio) Connector You can use the TV's digital audio output jack (OPTICAL OUT) to connect a digital audio device that is PCM/Dolby Digital co[...]

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    Device with i.LINK This TV has three $400 i.LINK terminals (one in the front panel, and two in the back panel). You can use the following i.LINK cables with this TV: 4-pin i.LINK cable Sony Model Length VMC-IL4415 1.5 meters VMC-lL4435 3.5 meters _ Do not use cables other than the i.LINK cables listed above. iii iii !il ,_ Before connecting this un[...]

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    SVlDEO Y _ _ • VHFIUHF I _UD o I DVl HDTV R - AID O - L V!DE ]i"! DV]-HDTV IN _'_ D!SPLAY S!GNAL OUT t I i.LINK cable AllO I AgIl L tIfO iN llI OOT A/V cable (not supplied) Set up a digital i.LINK For digital i.LINK devices (devices that require only the device i.LINK connection), no setup is necessary. The TV automatically recognizes t[...]

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    i < i i ¸ To connect two or more i.LINK devices, use i.LINK cables to connect them as shown below. i,L_NR i.UNK i,L_NK You can connect up to 63 i.LINK devices. However, the maximum number of cables in any serial route is 16. LLINK LL_NR i,LINR Do not connect i.LINK devices in a way that creates a loop. i.L[NK Connecting non-compatible devices, [...]

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    Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other So W equipment with a single remote control. In addition, 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. Use CONTROL S IN to s[...]

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    After you finish connecting your TV, you need to run Auto Setup, which automatically set up available analog and digital channels. The Auto Pro_am 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 Cha[...]

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    This chapter describes how to set up, program, and use the remote control. Inserting Batteries 57 Button Descriptions 58 Proga'amming the Remote Control 60 Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control 63 Open the battery compartment as illustrated belo,a: Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching the and terminals on the batteries [...]

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    Press to mute the sound. Press again or press to restore the sound. Press to have the remote control operate the equipment you want. Press repeatedly until the indicator of the desired ..... equipment lights up. For details, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 60. Press to have the TV screen turn oft2 For details, see page 73. Pr[...]

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    Press toexit the on-screen menu or display and return to normal viewing. Press to tuna on and off the satellite receiver. cable box, and other audio video equipment you have programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 60. .... Press to tuna on and off the TV. Press to reset the settin[...]

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    The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment. Beta, ED Beta VCRs 303 8 mm VCR 302 VHS VCR 301 DVD player 751 iiINK 901 If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the TV's remote control, use the t_ltowing procedure to program the remote control. The equipment must have infrared (IR) r[...]

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    i i ¸ i J Sony 301,302, 303 Admiral 327 (M. Ward) Olympic 309,308 Optimus 327 Orion 317 Panasonic 308,309, 306, 307 Pentax 305,304 Aiwa 338,344 Philco 308,309 Audio Dynamic 314, 337 Philips 308,309, 3 i0 Broksonic 319, 317 Pioneer 308 (anon ._09, 308 Quasar ._08,309, 306 Citizen 332 RCA ....... 304, 305, 308 Craig 302 332 Criterion 315 Curtis Math[...]

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    Sony 801 Dish Network 810 Echostar 810 General Electric 802 Hitachi 805 Hughes 804 Mitsubishi 809 Panasonic 803 RCA. 802, 808 PROSCAN Toshiba 806, 807 • 1 This manufacturer code might not work for some models. The following FY03 STR & AVD models are capable of functioning with this code. STR-DAg000ES STR-DA5000ES ....... STR-DA3000ES ....... [...]

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    All Equipment Switch the TV's input to the VCR, Press repeatedly to cycle through DVD player, or other connected the video equipment connected to the TV's equipment video inputs. Set up the remote control to operate You must program the remote control the first non-Sony equipment time you use it. See '_Programming the Remote Control&[...]

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    Operating a Cable Box Activate the remote control to ; repeatedly until the operate the cable box indicator lights up. Turn on/off select a h;nn i ...................................................... ..................................................................................................... Change channels Back to previous channel Opera[...]

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    This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Watching TV 66 Using the Wide Screen Mode 67 Using Twin View 68 Using Favorite Channels 71 Using the Freeze Function 72 Using Picture Off 73[...]

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    ";_° For a complete list of all the functions of the remote control, see page 58. Activate the remote control to Press repeatedly until the TV operate the TV indicator lights up. Turn on offthe TV Press Tune directly to a channel To tune to analog channels, press and then (or wait 3 seconds). For digital subchannels, press , (_, press again, [...]

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    "_'You can also access the Wide Screen mode settings in the Screen menu. For details, see page 108. "_° When you change channels or inputs, the Wide Screen mode settings revert to the setting in the Screen menu. To retain the current Wide Screen mode setting as channels and inputs are changed, set to For details, see page 109. Wide [...]

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    Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sources l?om an antenna, VCR, DVD, etc. on the screen atthe same time. You hear the sound fioln only one of the sources ata time, but you can choose which source's sound is selected. You can also change the relative size of each of the pictures. Displaying Twin Pictures Tune the TV to a working chan[...]

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    Activating the Picture iii :: ii Press . Press 4 ¸ i ii ¸ !i i ii : Tune to a channel Press and then : (or wait 3 seconds) or Press Press Mute the volume Press (press again to umnute) Switch the TV's input between Press sources connected to the TV's VHFiUHF and CABLE inputs Switch the TV's input between Press som'ces copmected[...]

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    Changing the Picture Size The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of the left and right pictures. Press : or to activate the picture that you want to resize. Press to enlarge the picture. Press to make the picture smaller. When you adjust the picture sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memo[...]

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    The Favorite Channels feature lets you select pro mams from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify. Creating a List of Favorite Channels ";_° For details on using the Channel menu, see page 110. Displaying a List of Favorite Channels ";_°To assign Channel Labels (e.g., ABC, HBO, MTV, etc.) to channel numbers, as shown at [...]

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    The Freeze functions allows you totemporarily capture a pro_am's picture. You can use this feature towrite down in*_rmation such as phone nmnbers, recipes, etc. _D The TV switches to Freeze mode, and displays the "frozen" picture on the right, while the current program continues on the left. When the program information you want to [...]

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    The Picture Offfeature lets you enjoy music tiom radio pro mams of digital broadcasts or DVDs with the TV screen turned off. This feature turns off the display unit only. Press The PICTURE OFF LED lights up in blue and the screen turns off. To cancel and return to normal viewing, press any button except for and[...]

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    You can display the digital program guide, if a digital broadcast signal is present. The digital program guide and menus let you review pro_aln information, select digital channels and subchannels, set up your TV's digital pro mamming, and enable digital closed captioning. Analog channels are not available in this guide. iiii ii i ji Tune your[...]

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    Navigating the Digital Program Menus Four digital menus are available on the digital program guide. Using the Guide Menu 76 Using the Program Options Menu 77 Using the Caption Vision Menu 77 Using the Digital Setup Menu 78 iil i ii i i i i i i ¸¸¸ !i .... ! ii Press to navigate through the options. Press @ to select the desired option. Using the[...]

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    Using the Program Options Menu The Program Options menu allows you to customize the settings of the pro_am on the currently tuned channel. Each program has a main video stream, and may have alternate video streams. This option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams. Each program has a main audio stream (the audio that you hear whe[...]

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    Using the Digital Setup Menu "_°This option is the same as the "Digital Channels" option. See "Using the Channel Menu" on page 110. The Digital Setup menu lets you change the way your digital channels are displayed. The fi_llowing digital setup functions are available: : This option allows you to add new digital channels f[...]

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    Memory Stick (sold separately) is a new, compact, portable, and versatile IC Intem'ated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds that of a floppy disk. Memory Stick is specially designed forsharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products such as digital cameras and digital video cameras. Because it is removable, M[...]

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    Memory Stick Compatibility This television is compatible with the following Memory Stick media types: Memory Stick Media Memory Stick Duo Media Memory Stick Media with Memory Select Function Memory Stick PRO Media i _ ii ! Memory Stick PRO media features vary by and are dependent upon the design of host hardware devices. Memory Stick Pro in this TV[...]

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    If you are using a Memory Stick Duo, see "Inserting the Memory Stick Duo" on page 82. Inserting a Memory Stick Locate the Memory Stick slot 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. .(_3 Be sure to insert the Memory S[...]

  • Page 84

    Inserting the Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Duo is a new, compact version of the standard-sized Memory Stick recording medium. ._ CAUTION: Inserting the Memory Stick Duo incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick Duo and the TV. Before inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the TV's Memory Stick slot, you must first insert the M[...]

  • Page 85

    Removing a Memory Stick Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off. (When the light is on, this indicates that the TV is reading data tiom the Memory Stick.) Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the Memory Stick indicator on the TV's front panel is lit) may damage the Memory Stick or its contents. Push the Memory St[...]

  • Page 86

    Turn on the TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie tiles you want to view. For how to insert a Memory Stick, see page 81. _t_ If the Memory Stick Index does not appear, press ..... on the remote control. The Memory Stick Index appears, which displays thumbnail images of the tiles stored on the Memory Stick. Information about [...]

  • Page 87

    Using the Memory Stick Index The tbtlowing describes how to use the Memory Stick Index. Move the highlight to Press a photo or movie (_) thumbnail Display the ..... Press r_). For details_ See -viewh_g Photos" on page 86 highlighted photo or and "Playing Movies" on page 89. movie file full screen Display the next page Press to select[...]

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    Information about selected photo Selected photo When you select a photo from the Memory Stick Index (described on page 84), it displays as shown below, with the following controls. Previous/next buttons Photo menu bar JPEG files captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion in full screen. This is a result of the way digital vi[...]

  • Page 89

    Photo Menu Bar Options "_° JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock @_a icon. The Photo menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing options. Press or toselect , ,or. Use to select the desired option. Displays the Memo W Stick Index, with the highlight on the thumbnail of the currently displayed photo. For details, see &qu[...]

  • Page 90

    Using Zoom and Pan In the Photo menu bar, press or to highlight Press or to highlight and press _). Specify the zoom center point by using ; then press @ to set the center. The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed. Indicates Zoom increment Zoom and Pan Controls Zoomin (increase magnification) Press or to highlight andpress @. Thenpress to zoomin or [...]

  • Page 91

    Information about selected movie When you select a movie from the Memory Stick Index (described on page 84), it displays as shown below, with the tbllowing controls. Selected movie Enlarge button Play/pause button Previous/next buttons Movie menu bar Movie Controls "_° The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MP[...]

  • Page 92

    Movie Menu Bar Options "_" MPEG1 files that are protected are indicated by the Lock @=a icon. Use or to highlight in the Movie menu bar. Press or toselect, ,or . Press or to select the desired option. Displays the Memory Stick Index, with the highlight on the thumbnail of the currently displayed movie. Displays the Slide Show menu. For de[...]

  • Page 93

    Slide Show Menu Options "_° The Slide Show menu is the same whether you select it from the Memory Stick Index (page 84), Photo (page 86), or Movie (page 89) menus. "_°When you select it may take a moment to display the list of all MP3 files. "_°Some JPEG files may take longer to display than others, which may make it seem longer t[...]

  • Page 94

    Folder Menu Options "_" Files that are protected are indicated by the Lock _ icon. "_° The Rotate and Protect functions do not change the file's modification date. The Folder menu includes the l_tlowing options: Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer. Selects all folders within the directorie[...]

  • Page 95

    About DCF File Names Most So W brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still photo and movie tiles using DCF compliant directory and tile names. If you selected the option, as described on page 92, you might want to have your digital camera's instruction manual handy in order to check how tiles and directories are organized [...]

  • Page 96

    Memory Stick Precautions When using Memory Stick media, t_tlow these precautions: To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn offthe TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Melnory Stick indicator light being on). Avoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or bring[...]

  • Page 97

    This TV isequipped with i.LINK, which provides a secure digital interface toother digital home entertainment devices, such as digital VCRs, digital camcorders, set-top boxes, and other devices that also are equipped with i.LINK, i.LINK allows forthe secure transfer of copyright-protected digital content between these devices and your digital televi[...]

  • Page 98

    Before an i.LINK device can be operated, it must first be selected via the i.L1NK Device List. Connect the i.LINK device that you wish tooperate. _ For instructions on connecting i.LINK devices, see page 51. Press on the remote control. ";_"i.LINK functions are not available while using the following TV features: Twin View, Freeze, and Me[...]

  • Page 99

    ; l l ¸¸ / After you select an i.LINK device using the Device List, the TV displays the i.L1NK Control Panel, which allows you to use the TV's remote control to control the selected i.LINK device. If the i.LINK Control Panel is not aheady displayed, press on the remote control. _ If i.LINK is pressed while the TV is displaying an analog or d[...]

  • Page 100

    S_ Change the audio being played fl'om the Press to highlight andpress ,_.,_.. An icon appears next TV to the current selected device, and to the window that currently has sound. vice versa Play a recording from the selected Press to highlight _ and press (_. iiINK camcorder or digital VCR Fast-forwardorrewindarecordingfi'om Press to high[...]

  • Page 101

    You can use the i.LINK Control Panel to access digital setup options, some ofwhich are also available through the Digital Pro_am Guide (described on page 75). Set up Caption Vision Once i.LINK Setup has been selected, Press then or to , and For details about setting up Caption Vision, see "Using the Caption Vision Menu" on page 77. Set up[...]

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    ";_° Press to enter and exit Menus. The Menu gives you access to the following features: Allows you to make adjustments to your picture settings. It 102 also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing, select Advanced Video options, and more. Offers enhanced audio options such as adjusting the sound [...]

  • Page 104

    iii i ii ¸¸ i, i Press . Press or to highlight the Video icon and press @. Press to highlight an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. < i ¸ < i !i iliii, i i ii< < ;i i Press on the remote control when in the Video menu. Selecting Video Options &[...]

  • Page 105

    are not available when watching 480p, 720p, and 1080i sources. Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment. It is also Noise effective on the signal fi'om the VHFiUHF jack. Select fi'om Reduction ...... Select for a natural, soft picture. Select to turn off the . Select to choose among the options described below. Clear White,[...]

  • Page 106

    Jsnot available when is set to . ";_° For best results, adjust the Reality by pressing until you are satisfied with the level of detail. Then adjust the Clarity by pressing until you have a smooth image. .... : Allows you to customize the level of detail (Reality) and smoothness (Clarity) for up to three fcontimled) input sources. For example[...]

  • Page 107

    Adjust to decrease or increase backlight luminance. Select to adjust backlight and contrast toan appropriate level to improve picture level to improve picture reproduction in dark scenes. Select ? or ?,[...]

  • Page 108

    ii ¸¸¸41 i iJii< i Press . Press or to highlight the Audio icon and press @. Press to highlight an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. < i ¸ < i !i i < i ! i i Press on the remote control when in the Audio menu. Selec ting A udio Options "[...]

  • Page 109

    Select to turn on the TV speakers. Select to turn offthe TV speakers and listen to the TV's sound only through your external audio receiver and speakers. This option can be set only when the option is set to Easy control of . vohm_e The TV's speakers are turned o1I but the audio actiztstments output from your audio system can still be co[...]

  • Page 110

    Press . Press or to move to the Screen icon and press @. Press or to move to an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the menu. Selecting Screen Options ";_" To change from one Wide Mode option to another, use on Select a II?cle the remote control. Mode to use f[...]

  • Page 111

    "_'lf is set to anything but , the setting changes only for the current channel. When you change channels (or inputs), is automatically replaced with the setting. To retain the current setting as channels and inputs are changed, set to Select to enlarge the 4:3 size picture, while the Select the defazt/t upper and lower parts of the pictu[...]

  • Page 112

    ii ¸¸¸41 i i i i Press . Press or to highlight the Channel icon and press @. Press ........... highlight an option. Press _) to select an option. Press to change settings. Press (_) to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. Selecting Channel Options ";_"Channels that you set to be skipped can be accessed only with the butt[...]

  • Page 113

    : ....... Allows you to assign labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers. You can label up to 40 channels. Press to highlight and press @. Press toscroll through the channel numbers (1-125). Then press _) to select the channel number that you want toassign a label. Press to highlight and press @. Press toscroll through the label cha[...]

  • Page 114

    The Parent menu allows you to set up the TV to block pro_ams according to their content and rating levels. ii ¸¸¸41 i il i i i Press . Press or to highlight the Parent icon and press (_. Use on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. If this is the first time you are creating this password, confirm the password by entering it again. T[...]

  • Page 115

    US Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options ";_" The Content-Based Ratings are linked to the level of the Age- Based Rating. For example, a program with an Age-Based Rating of (Violence) rating may contain moderate violence, while a (Violence) rating may contain more intense violence. "_°To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the[...]

  • Page 116

    Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canadian models, the Custom Rating menu includes the tbltowing options. For US models, see page 113. All children. Children 8 years and older. General programming. Parental Guidance. Viewers 14 and older. Adult programming. General programming. Not recommended tbr young children. Not recommended [...]

  • Page 117

    ";_"To move from within one Menu to the main Menu of icons, press . Press . Press or to highlight the Setup icon and press/7h ,_-j • Press to highlight an option. Press _-T) to select an option. Press to change settings. Press _" _.) to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. Selecting Setup Options The Setup menu inclu[...]

  • Page 118

    "_° The label is useful for the inputs to which any equipment is connected. Allows you to identify AV equipment you connected to the TV, such as a VCR, DVD, etc. For example, if you have a DVD player connected to the VIDEO 4 jack, you can select the labe! lbr the VIDEO 4 input. Then when you press to change inputs, the Video Label you assigne[...]

  • Page 119

    ";_"To go directly to programming or , press _ instead of pressing . Lets you set the clock on your TV and allows you to program your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers. Allows you to select the time in minutes (15, 30.45, 60, or 90) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically. You can use the Timers to prog[...]

  • Page 120

    Allows you to illuminate the Sony logo on the front panel of the display unit and the input indicator on the media receiver unit. Illuminates the Sony logo and input indicator while the power is turned on. Illuminates the Sony logo and input indicator when you switch the power to on or off. through to connected iiINK devices even when the TV is tur[...]

  • Page 121

    This chapter includes the following topics: Glossary 120 Contacting Sony 121 Troubleshooting 121 Specifications 127 Optional Accessories 129 Index 131[...]

  • Page 122

    Asignaling method that uses continuous changes inthe amplitude or frequency of an electronic transmission to convey information. Refers to the ratio between the width and height ofthe screen. This TV has a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio, as opposed to a 4:3 aspect ratio. 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio Component video is sent through three cable[...]

  • Page 123

    It; 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 1-877-899-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only). Twin View I cannot get Twin View to work If you are using a cable box to unscr[...]

  • Page 124

    Remote Control Remote control does not The batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries. operate Check the orientation of the batteries. Press repeatedly until the TV indicator lights up. You may have inadvertently pressed : , which changes the remote control to SAT or (?ABLE mode. Make sure the TV's AC power cord is connected securely to th[...]

  • Page 125

    Rotation not saved after The Memory Stick might be locked. Unlock the Memory Stick and try rotating the Memory Stick is ejected or image again. Memory Stick Viewer is closed The file might not have information (EXIF data) that is usually generated when a digital camera records a photo. Inthis case, it is not possible tosave the rotation. There migh[...]

  • Page 126

    Video No picture (screen not lit), no If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may need sound service. Call your local Sony Service Center. Make sure the AC power cord is plugged in. Press on the front of the media receiver unit. Press to cycle through the connected video sources. Try another channel; it could be station[...]

  • Page 127

    Audio Good picture, no sound Press so that disappears from the screen (see page 58). Make sure the option is set to in the Audio menu (see page 107). (For KDL42XBR950 only) Make sure the switch at the rear of the display unit is set to Audio noise Communication problems may occur if the infrared communication equipment (e.g., infrared cordless head[...]

  • Page 128

    General How to restore Video settings Press on the remote control while in the Video menu (see page 102). to _actol T settings How to restore Audio settings Press on the remote control while in the Audio menu (see page 106)• to _actory settings Cannot cycle through the other Be sure the option is not set to (seepage 116). video equipment connecte[...]

  • Page 129

    Panel System LCD (Liquid C_'stal Display) panel Display resolution KDL32XBR950 1280 pixels (horizontal) x 768 pixels (vertical) KDL42XBR950 1366 pixels (horizontal) x 768 pixels (vertical) Antenna 75 ohm external terminal for VHF UHF Television System NTS(. American TV Standard Channel Cox erage VHF 2-13 UHF 14-69 DTV 1-999 CATV 1-125 Power Re[...]

  • Page 130

    Mass Display unit LDM-3210 28.9 kg (63 lbs 12 oz) (with the supplied stand) 22.1 kg (48 lbs 12 oz) (without the stand) LDM-4210 30 kg (66 lbs 3 oz) Media receix er unit MBD-XBR950L 6.5 kg (14 lbs 5 oz) Power Consumption In Use Display _mit LDM-3210:150 W LDM-4210:240 W Media recei, er unit MBD-XBR950L: 53 W In Standby Under 1.5 V iiINK standby Und[...]

  • Page 131

    DVI-D single link cable Component video cable S VIDEO cable A!V cable Audio cable Optical cable Control S cable: RK-G69 i.LINK cables: VMC-IL4415 (4-pin to 4-pin, 1.5 meters) VMC-IL4435 (4-pin to 4-pin, 3.5 meters) Display interface cable: VMC-P 10 (10 meters) Table top stand: SU-P42T2 (for LDM-4210) WalMnount bracket: SU-LWl (tbr LDM-3210) SU-PW2 [...]

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    0-9 buttons 59 16:9 aspect ratio 67 4:3 aspect ratio 67 4:3 Default settings 109 Add Digital Channels 78 Alternate Audio 77 Alternate Video 77 ANT button 58, 66 Audio menu 101, 106 Audio Out 107 audio receiver, connecting 49 Auto Program (channel setup) 55 Auto SAP, MTS setting 106 Back Light 105 balance, adjusting 106 bass, adjusting 106 batteries[...]

  • Page 134

    Fast-t)rward button 58 Favorite Channels clearing 71 in Channel menu 110 using 71 FAVORITES button 59 features 13 Fixed audio setting 107 FREEZE button 59, 72 Freeze, using 72 Full mode, setting 108 FUNCTION button and indicators 58 Game Picture 116 Gamma Corrector 104 GUIDE button 58, 75 Guide menu 76 HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/480p/480i)jacks, d[...]

  • Page 135

    Pro (Video) mode 102 problems, troubleshooting 121 126 Program Guide 75 Progam Options menu 77 progressive 120 ratings, setting 112 114 ratings, viewing blocked programs 113, 114 Record buttons 59 remote control inserting batteries 57 programlning 60 removing, Favorite Channels 71 RESET button 59 resetting Audio options 106 Rewind button 58 S VIDEO[...]

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