Sony KDE-42XS955 Operating Instructions
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Flat Panel Color TV KDE-37XS955/KDE-42XS955/KDE-50XS955 2-583-350-11 (2) Flat Panel Color TV Operating Instructions KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 2004 Sony Corporation - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. Contacting Sony If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our Customer Information Services Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or 1-877-899 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
" functions at low settings. (See page 92 for instructions on adjusting picture quality.) This TV was designed primarily for viewing TV broadcasts in wide screen mode (16:9 aspect ratio). Therefore, when viewing conventional (4:3) aspect ratio TV programs, select "Wide Zoom" or "Full" in the Wide - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
BRACKET may cause instability and result in possible injury. SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO. KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 SONY WALL-MOUNT BRACKET MODEL NO. SU-PW3M SONY FLOATING STAND MODEL NO. SU-PF3L (for KDE-50XS955) SU-PF3M (for KDE-37/42XS955) To Customers Sufficient expertise is required for - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
If a snapping or popping sound from a TV unit is continuous or frequent while the TV is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service technician. It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off. AC power cord If you - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Optional accessories Observe the following when installing the TV using a stand or wall-mount bracket. If the TV is not secured properly, it may fall and cause injury. s Be sure to follow the operating instructions supplied with your stand or wall-mount bracket when installing the unit. s Be sure to - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
stand or wall-mount unit, causing damage or serious injury. Power-Cord Protection Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the unit where the power with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part H) Lightning For added protection for this TV receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
16 Side panel 17 Rear panel 18 Connecting the Power Cord 20 Preventing the TV from Toppling Over 21 Bundling the Connecting Cables 22 Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna 23 Cable or Antenna 24 Cable Box and Antenna 25 Cable Box 26 Connecting Optional Equipment 28 Making Video - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
62 Overview 63 Watching TV 64 Using the Program Guide 65 Displaying the Program Guide 65 Using Additional Program Guide Options 66 Using Wide Screen Mode 67 Using Twin View 69 Displaying Twin Pictures 69 Activating the Picture 70 Changing the Picture Size 71 Using Favorite - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick 75 Features 75 Memory Stick Compatibility 76 Memory Stick Functionality 76 File Compatibility 77 Trademark Information 77 Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick 78 Inserting a Memory Stick 78 Inserting the Memory Stick DUO 79 Removing a Memory - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Other Information Overview 109 Glossary 110 Contacting Sony 111 Troubleshooting 111 Twin View 111 Remote Control 112 CableCARD 112 Channels 113 Memory Stick 114 Audio 115 Video 116 General 117 Specifications 118 Optional Accessories 120 Index 121 10 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
the Sony Flat Panel Color TV. This manual is to be used with the following models: s KDE-37XS955 s KDE-42XS955 s KDE-50XS955 Package Contents The package contains the following: s Flat panel color TV s Remote control (RM-Y1004) and two size AA batteries s AC power cord s AC plug holder s Cable - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
cable TV company, the card replaces the need for a separate set-top box. (Check with your cable TV company about CableCARD™ service details, limitations, pricing, and availability. For more information about CableCARD™ in this manual, see pages 18 and 51.) s WEGA Engine™: Delivers superb picture - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
aspect ratio broadcasts in wide screen (16:9) mode. s Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and select from 16 of your favorite channels. s Steady Sound®: between this TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
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This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV. Topic TV Controls and Connectors Connecting the Power Cord Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting Optional Equipment Making Video Connections About Using S VIDEO VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
up in red. Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on. The LED does not light up when the main power is turned off. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see "Contacting Sony" on page 111). Receives IR signals from the remote control. 16 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
Stick slot 3 VIDEO 2 IN S VIDEO 4 VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO/ L (MONO)AUDIO-R 5 Main POWER 6 + CHANNEL - 7 + VOLUME - 8 TV/VIDEO picture quality than composite video (4). Connects to the composite A/V output jacks on your camcorder or other video equipment. Press to turn on and off the main power of the TV - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
Rear panel AC IN OPTICAL OUT For KDE-50XS955 Setup CableCARD CableCARD R-AUDIO -L VIDEO IN VHF/UHF 6 CABLE 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO 4 OPTICAL) OUT (PCM/DOLBY* DIGITAL) 3 CableCARD™ slot Description Connects the supplied AC power cord. Connect to the optical audio input of a - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO (9) or the composite video (5) connections. 7 CABLE RF input that connects to your cable signal. 8 TV speakers as a center speaker. qa CONTROL S IN/OUT Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
stabilized. AC IN AC power cord (supplied) Be sure to use the supplied AC power cords. When connecting optional components, do not connect the AC power cords to wall outlets until you have completed making all connections. Do not use damaged cables, such as cables whose connectors are deformed. 20 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
to take measures to prevent stand from toppling over. If you fail to do so, the TV may topple over and cause injury. Anchor the TV to a wall, pillar, etc., to prevent it from toppling over. Prepare a commercially available strong rope or chain and wall anchor bracket beforehand. After connections - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
of the TV. 1 Bundle the connecting cables. Rear of TV Cord clamp Cable band 2 Attach the supplied cord clamp for the AC power cord. 3 Remove the cable cover. One side of the cable cover is secured by screws. 4 Store the connecting cables. 5 Secure the cord clamp and replace the cable cover. 22 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR. If You Are Connecting See Page Cable or Antenna 24 s No cable box or VCR Cable Box and Antenna 25 s Cable box unscrambles only some - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
the antenna away from the display unit. If not, noise may appear on the screen. Note on Using This Connection To Do This ... Switch the TV's input between the cable and antenna Do This ... Press ANT to switch back and forth between the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Control" on page 58.) s Use the remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV's VHF/UHF input jack. CATV cable IN OUT Cable Box Coaxial cable Antenna 75-ohm coaxial cable CABLE VHF/UHF Rear of TV About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features With this - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
With this connection you can: s 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 cable box, see page 58.) About Using This Connection with Dual Picture (Twin View, etc.) Features With this - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Using This Connection To Do This ... Use the cable box Set up the remote control to operate the cable box Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels Do This ... Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
See Page About Using S VIDEO 29 VCR and Cable 30 VCR and Cable Box 32 Two VCRs for Tape Editing 34 Satellite Receiver TV, use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance, as described below. Best Video Performance Connector type HDMI - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
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. Example of an S VIDEO Connection Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO Audio cable S VIDEO cable Equipment - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
use all the dual picture features. To connect the VCR and cable 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Using the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied), connect one of the output jack of the splitter to the TV's CABLE jack. 3 Using a coaxial cable, connect the splitter - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
). Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input (CABLE in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 58. Press DVD/VCR (FUNCTION). See "Operating a VCR" on page 61. See the instructions for setting - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features. With this connection you can: s Use the 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 58. s Use the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
box and VCR functions with the remote control Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV Do This ... Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input (CABLE in the illustration). Turn on the VCR and tune it to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
to connect the recording VCR's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks (VIDEO 1 or 3). Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 29. Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO Playback VCR Recording VCR A/V cable A/V cable When connecting two VCRs for tape editing; - you cannot - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
the TV Do This ... Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 58. Press DVD/VCR (FUNCTION). See "Operating a VCR" on page 61. See the instructions for - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
to the satellite receiver's satellite input jack. 2 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks (VIDEO 1 or 3). 3 Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) from your cable or antenna to the TV's CABLE or VHF/UHF input jack. 4 Run the Auto - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
with the remote control See "Operating a Satellite Receiver" on page 60. Label video inputs to easily identify equipment See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 105. connected to the TV Do not leave the Electronic Program Guide and display indication turned on. Setup 37 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
To connect a satellite receiver and VCR 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use the 75-ohm coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter's two output jacks to the TV's CABLE jack. 3 Use the 75-ohm coaxial cable to connect the splitter's other output jack to the VCR - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Setup Rear of TV CABLE CATV cable Splitter 75-ohm coaxial cable Satellite Receiver 75-ohm coaxial cable 75-ohm coaxial cable VCR A/V cable VIDEO IN 1 3 R-AUDIO -L (MONO) VIDEO S VIDEO Satellite antenna cable A/V cable (Continued) 39 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
need to be turned on and set to the satellite receiver input. Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the input to which the VCR is connected (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
sometimes labeled Y, CB and CR, or Y, B-Y and R-Y. If so, connect the cables to their matching color jacks. 2 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player's audio output jacks to the TV's VIDEO 4 or 5 audio input jacks. Rear of TV 4 5 R-AUDIO -L Y PB PR HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) Audio - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 4 in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 58. Press DVD/VCR (FUNCTION). See "Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer" on page 61. See the instructions - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 58. Press DVD/VCR (FUNCTION). See "Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer" on page 61. See the instructions - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Use a HDMI to DVI-HDTV adapter or cable (not supplied) to connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's DVI-HDTV OUT connector to the TV's HDMI IN connector (VIDEO 6). The DVI-HDTV VIDEO connector does not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to provide sound when an HDMI to DVI-HDTV adapter - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV's AUDIO IN jacks (VIDEO 6). Rear of TV 6 R-AUDIO -L Digital Satellite Receiver Audio cable (not supplied) HDMI to DVI-HDTV adapter or cable (not supplied) Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Watch the digital satellite - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
and PR jacks on the TV. Use the HD/DVD IN 4 connections. Using an Audio cable, connect the DVD player or Digital Satellite Receiver to the TV's AUDIO IN jacks. If has a HDMI connector, for best picture quality, use the connection described on page 44. 3 Using an optical digital cable, connect the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
IN R L VIDEO IN S VIDEO Y PB/CB PR/CR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL IN VIDEO 2 AV Receiver AM FM 75 COAXIAL Optical digital cable When using the TV's speakers as the center speaker Using Center Speaker In in the AUDIO menu, select the video input for which you want to use the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
of TV A/V cable Camcorder To A/V output Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Watch the camcorder Label video inputs to easily identify equipment connected to the TV Do This ... Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the camcorder input (VIDEO 2 in the illustration). See the instructions - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
control the volume. For details, see "Using the Audio Menu" on page 95. 3 Turn on the audio receiver, and then set the audio receiver's line input to the jack into which you connected the TV. Use a monaural audio cable to connect the TV's SUBWOOFER OUT jack to the sub woofer's input jack. Rear of - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
's OPTICAL IN jack to the TV's OPTICAL OUT jack. Rear of TV OPTICAL OUT Optical cable Audio Amplifier LINE OUT LINE IN L AUDIO R OPTICAL IN Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other Sony equipment with a single remote control. In addition, the CONTROL - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
your cable TV company - not Sony. Activating CableCARD™ Service Before you can use CableCARD™ service, you need to insert the CableCARD™ (supplied by your cable TV company) and activate the service, as described below: 1 Insert the CableCARD™ into the TV's CableCARD™ slot. KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
the card and the TV. 2 Gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place. 3 The CableCARD™ setup screen is displayed. This screen includes information your cable TV company will request before they can activate your service. 4 Follow the displayed instructions: Phone your cable TV company - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
see page 99). The Auto Program feature does not apply for installations that use a cable box for all channel selection. Using Auto Setup To run Initial Setup the first time you turn on your TV 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears. 2 Press V or v to select the on-screen - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
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's 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. Handle the remote control with care. Avoid dropping it, getting it wet, or placing it in direct sunlight, near a heater - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE TV/ PICTURE WIDE DISPLAY VIDEO GUIDE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU POWER SOUND SAVING MODE /TV/SAT ANT GUIDE RESET MTS/SAP JUMP Button Description 1 DVD/VCR, Press to turn on and off the equipment you have programmed SAT/CABLE into the remote control. For - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
is programmed on the TV's remote control. wd ANT Press to switch between the sources connected to the TV's VHF/UHF and CABLE inputs. When FUNCTION is switched on SAT/CABLE GUIDE Press to display the program guide of your satellite program provider. wf Press to select the sound effect modes - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
601 (Sony Dream System) SAT/Cable 801 (Sony Satellite Receiver) 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. GUIDE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU POWER SOUND SAVING MODE /TV/SAT - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
Sony Panasonic Code 765 766 DVD/VCR Combo Units Manufacturer Code Sony Sony 770, 771, 772 5.1ch DVD AV System Manufacturer Code Sony (DAV) 601, 602, 603, 604 AV Receivers Manufacturer Sony Code 764 VCRs Manufacturer Sony 336, 337 331 Cable Boxes Manufacturer Sony Hamlin/Regal Jerrold Sony - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the satellite receiver Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Display channel number Display SAT Guide Display SAT Menu Move highlight (cursor) Select item Press SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION) SAT/CABLE (POWER) 0-9, ENT CH - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
the remote control to DVD/VCR (FUNCTION) operate the VCR Turn on/off DVD/VCR (POWER) Change picture forward or backward x M m X (press again to resume normal playback) M or m during playback (release to resume normal playback) To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Turn - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
MUTING To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the DVD/VCR Turn on/off Press DVD/VCR (FUNCTION) VCR/DVD (POWER) If you have a DVD/VCR combo component, Select the DVD Select the VCR Display the DVD menu Play Stop Pause Search the picture forward or backward Move highlight (cursor - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Topic Watching TV Using the Program Guide Using Wide Screen Mode Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Page 64 65 67 69 72 63 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
a complete list of all the functions of the remote control, see page 56. To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the TV Turn on/off the TV Tune directly to a channel Do This ... Press TV (FUNCTION). Press POWER. To tune to analog channels, press 0-9 and then ENT (or wait 3 seconds - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
information, closedcaption availability, format, resolution (if digital), aspect ratio Selectable channel list The program guide lets you review program information and select both analog and digital channels. The Program Guide cannot be displayed when the TV is tuned to one of the video inputs or - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
Press b while in the program guide's channel list to display the following options, which aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley, two wayward ducks on a unique mission. Time remaining: 1:26 TV-G CC 1 ABC 10 DISC 23.1 FAM 120 HIST 123 TLC 1234 HBO Alternate Video Alternate Audio - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several wide screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio). s Press WIDE repeatedly to toggle through the following screen mode portion of the picture. The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16:9 screen. Normal displays the 4:3 picture in its original - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
size. Features Full m WIDE Zoom enlarges the picture proportionately, both vertically and horizontally. Zoom When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal, Normal cannot be selected. When TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal that is 4:3 aspect ratio picture (upconverted to 16:9) with a black bar at - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
sources at a 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 1 Tune the TV to a working channel. 2 Press . A second picture appears. , C35.3 WHD-TV Make Way for Ducks! Series follows the aquatic - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
VOL +/- . Mute the sound Press MUTING (press again or VOL + to unmute). Switch the TV's input between sources connected to the TV's VHF/UHF and CABLE inputs Press ANT. Switch the TV's input between Press TV/VIDEO. sources connected to the TV's A/V inputs Change the picture size Press V or - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of the left and right pictures. Do This ... Make the active picture smaller Press V. Press v. When you adjust the picture sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes appear. Features - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
. You can create a list using the Favorite Channels option in the Channel Menu, or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide. Using the Channel Menu z For details on using the Channel Menu, see page 99. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu. 2 Press V or v to highlight the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
Using the Favorite Channels Guide 1 Press FAVORITES. The Favorite Channels list appears. Favorite Channels Add to Favorites 1 8.14 PBS 2 15.8 NBC 3 27 HGTV 4 45.12 TNT 5 98 CNN 6 112.3 ESPN 7 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
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can also be used for external data storage. The Memory Stick Viewer on your TV allows you to view files that are stored on Memory Stick media. You can view on page 90. Features With the Memory Stick Viewer, you can: s View TV screen digital images (JPEG) and (MPEG1) with background music (MP3) in - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
the TV's Memory Stick slot. Inserting the Memory Stick into the slot with the adaptor may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick and the TV. s to back up data prior to use with the TV's Memory Stick Viewer. Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to Memory Stick - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
files must have the following file name extensions: File Type JPEG MPEG1 Supported File Name Extensions .jpg .jpeg .mpg .mpeg Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO DUO, and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Memory Stick * Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
with its adaptor. Remove the adaptor before you insert it into the TV's Memory Stick slot. Inserting the Memory Stick into the slot with the adaptor may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick and the TV. 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot (see page 17) and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
the Memory Stick DUO Memory Stick DUO is a new, compact version of the standard-sized Memory Stick recording medium. CAUTION: The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick. It is not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick DUO - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
Stick media is ejected. Do not pull out the Memory Stick without first pushing it in; otherwise, the TV's locking mechanism may become damaged. 3 Pull the Memory Stick completely out of the slot. To protect small children from injury from Memory Stick Media, remove all Memory Stick media from the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
Using the Memory Stick Index Turn on the TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view. For details, see page 78. If the Memory Stick Index does not appear, press F1 button on the remote control. The Memory Stick Index appears, which displays thumbnail images - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
B or b to select V. 2 Press V to return to the currently displayed thumbnails, or v to display the next page of thumbnails. Press the F1 button on the remote control. 82 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
a result of the way digital video cameras record still images, and is not a result of a malfunction with the TV. Photo Controls z When the Menu is hidden, press B or b to go to the previous or next photo. Menu Bar Options" on page 84. Press the F1 button on the remote control. Memory Stick 83 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
Photo Menu Bar Options z JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon. z The Print Quantity feature is also known as DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). The Photo Menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing options. To access the Photo Menu bar 1 Press B or b to select Slide - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
Pan and press . Then press B b V v to pan around the photo. To stop using Pan, press . Highlight Exit and press . Press the F1 button on the remote control. Using Rotate z You cannot rotate a photo that has been protected. See Protect on page 87. To Rotate a photo 1 In the Photo Menu bar - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer. Movie Controls z The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG1 file. See your camera's instruction manual Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press the F1 button on the remote control. Memory Stick 86 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
Movie Menu Bar Options To access the Movie Menu bar 1 Highlight Index in the Movie Menu bar. 2 Press B or b to select Index, Slide Show, or File. 3 Select the desired option. z MPEG1 files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon. Option Index Slide Show File Description Displays the - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
using the DISPLAY button on the remote control. The Slide Show Menu Piano (built-in music) Plays the MP3 file stored in the TV's internal memory. Complete List... Displays a list of all available Slow Slide advances after about 12 seconds. Manual advance Slide advances only after you press B - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer. Digital Camera Folders Selects all folders within the directories defined by the DCF rules used by Sony digital cameras (see page 90). JPEG and MPEG1 files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
camera's instruction manual handy in order to check how files and directories are organized for your specific model of digital camera. DCF stands for damage to still image data, do not turn off the TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing, select Advanced Video options, and more. The Audio Menu Offers enhanced audio options such as 95 listening to second audio programming (SAP) or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV. The Screen Menu allows - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
z To change from one Mode to another, use PICTURE button on the remote control. z You can alter the Mode options (Vivid, Standard, Pro) for each video input (including the TV antenna input). z You can alter the Video menu settings (Picture, Brightness, Color, etc.) for each Mode. z To prevent - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
Mode On Select for a natural, soft picture. Off Select to turn off the Direct Mode. Game Mode On Select to optimize the can create one Custom setting to optimize your cable input's picture, and create another to optimize your DVD player's picture. You can switch among the three Custom settings - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
Smoother Select to reduce the block noise caused by digital video encoding and decoding process. It is especially effective for watching a DVD or digital TV pictures. Select from High, Medium, Low and Off. Color Corrector Select to emphasize the red and blue colors. Select High, Low or Off. DTE - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
Sound Mode Customized picture viewing Treble Bass Woofer Level Balance Steady Sound volume. Off Select to turn off Steady Sound. TruSurround Select for surround sound (for stereo programs only the TV to second audio programs when a signal is received. If no SAP signal is present, the TV remains - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
the audio output of the TV is fixed. Use your audio receiver's remote control to adjust the volume (and other audio settings) through your audio system. Speaker On Select to turn on the TV speakers. Off Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV's sound only through your external - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
remote control. z Wide Zoom is recommended for 4:3 picture to picture. For details, see page 98. z The Game Picture feature is useful if the TV picture in original size. Zoom Select to enlarge the original picture without distorting the aspect ratio. Allows you to move the position of the picture - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
TV receives 480i or 480p signals. z If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced on the remote control. z picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
" on page 72. Channel Fix Off Useful when you 2-6, have a cable box C2-C6 or a satellite receiver connected Turns off Channel Fix. "Fix" your TV's channel setting to 2-6 (VHF/UHF input) or C2-C6 (Cable input) and use the cable box or the satellite receiver to change channels. Video 1, 4 Use - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
Option Label Channels Description Allows you to assign labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers. 1 Press V v to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press to select the channel number that you want to assign a label. 2 Press V v B b to highlight Label and press . 3 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
0-9 on the remote control to enter Off Turn TV-Y, TV-G, G s Canada: C, G, TV-Y Youth Maximum ratings permitted are: s US: TV-PG, PG s Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG Y. Adult Maximum ratings permitted are: s US: TV-14, PG-13 s Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14 Custom Select to set ratings manually - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
country, emergency broadcasts, political programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather. For US models, the Custom To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated. 102 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
the password. Press ENT when tuned to a blocked program, then enter the password. This temporarily switches off Parental Lock. To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated. 103 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
Illuminated Yes Power Saving Reduced turned off. Program Allows you to set basic and advanced Caption Vision options. See "Programming Caption Vision" on page 106. Set to On or Off. When on, displays the program name, time remaining and other information (if the broadcaster offers this service - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
Allows you to illuminate the Sony logo on the front panel of the TV. Yes Illuminates the Sony logo while the power is turned on. No Illuminates the Sony logo when you switch the power to on or off. Standard Select to view picture without the benefit of Power Saving. Reduced Select to view - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
Allows you to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.) Text1,Text2, Displays network/station information presented Text3,Text4 using either half - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
Description Displays the Memory Stick Viewer. For details, see page 75. Select to set the clock, set the Sleep timer, and to program your TV to turn on and off at two scheduled viewing times. Sleep Set the time in minutes (15minutes, 30minutes, 45minutes, 60minutes, 90minutes, or Off) that you - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
to the previous setting. 3 Press MENU to exit the Menu. Displays diagnostics information about the TV. This can be useful in providing information to an authorized technician or repair person. This list of selectable CableCARD options will vary, depending on your cable service provider. 108 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics: Topic Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Specifications Optional Accessories Index Page 110 111 111 118 120 121 109 - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
aspect ratio. 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio Other Info CableCARD™ component video composite video digital television (DTV) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) National Television System Committee (NTSC) RF S VIDEO VHF/UHF 480i 480p The PCMCIA shaped card provided by your cable TV - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only). Before calling Sony customer support, please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV. You'll find this information on the front cover of this manual. Troubleshooting Twin View Problem Possible Remedies I cannot get Twin - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
Sony TV remote.You may need to use the equipment's original remote control. CableCARD™ Problem Possible Remedies Problems using CableCARD™ s Check that the CableCARD™ is inserted properly (see page 51). or CableCARD™ services s The CableCARD™ must be activated by your local cable TV provider - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
any channels s Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable channels that are not when using cable TV presently in the TV's memory (see page 99). s Press ANT to select the CABLE input (see page 57). Cannot receive or select s Use Auto Program in the Channel Menu to add receivable - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
Problem Menu again. Cannot hear audio while using s Check the TV's volume or Speaker (page 96) settings. Memory Stick file does not play back s The Memory Stick Viewer supports only MP3 files with a fixed data rate of correctly Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer. - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
instruction manual for details. s No Memory Stick There is no Memory Stick in the slot. Problem Good picture, no sound Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box Sound the cable box using the cable box's remote control. Then press TV (FUNCTION) and adjust the TV's volume. s The TV's audio - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
Other Info Video Problem Possible Remedies No picture (screen not lit), no s 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. s Make sure the power cord is plugged in. s Press the POWER button on the right side - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
on, then shuts off when the picture is displayed. If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the TV needs service. When lit, indicates that the timer is set (page 107). When the timer is set, this LED will remain lit even when the TV is turned off. Digital cable box does not work s If you - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
/Fixed Audio (OUT) Sub woofer (OUT) CableCARD™ slot Screen Size (measured diagonally) Speaker Output CENTER SPEAKER IN Dimensions (W × H × D) 118 Plasma Display panel KDE-37XS955 1024 pixels (horizontal) × 1024 pixels (vertical) KDE-42XS955 1024 pixels (horizontal) × 1024 pixels (vertical - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 121
Accessories KDE-37XS955 KDE-42XS955 KDE-50XS955 In Use In Standby CableCARD Standby Remote Control (1) AA (R6) Batteries (2) AC power cord (1) AC plug holder (1) Cable band (1) Cable band screw (1) AC cord clamp (1) Cleaning Cloth (1) Operating Instructions (1) Quick Setup Guide (1) Warranty Card - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 122
Other Info Optional Accessories s HDMI cable s Component video cable s S video cable s A/V cable s Audio cable s Optical cable s Control S cable: RK-G69 s Floating Stand: SU-PF3L (for KDE-50XS955) SU-PF3M (for KDE-37/42XS955) s Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-PW3M 120 Other Info - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 123
VCR, connecting 30 cable box Twin View issues 69 using with remote control 60 with, VCR connecting 32 CableCARD™ inserting card 51 slot, described 18 troubleshooting 112 using 51 Caption Vision 104 CATV. See cable Center Speaker In 96 CENTER SPEAKER IN jack, described 19 changing picture size, in - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 124
56 picture contrast, adjusting 92 Picture in Picture. See Twin View. PICTURE OFF LED 16 POWER button 17, 57 POWER LED 16 Power Saving 105 POWER SAVING button 56 Pro (Video) mode 92 problems, troubleshooting 111- 117 R ratings, setting 101-103 ratings, viewing blocked programs 102, 103 remote control - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 125
Z zoom feature, with Twin View 71 Zoom mode, setting 97, 98 123 Other Info - Sony KDE-42XS955 | Operating Instructions - Page 126
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2004 Sony Corporation
KDE-37XS955
KDE-42XS955
KDE-50XS955
Flat Panel Color TV
Operating Instructions
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Flat Panel Color TV
KDE-37XS955/KDE-42XS955/KDE-50XS955