Sony KDF-70XBR950 Operating Instructions
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LCD Projection TV KDF-60XBR950/KDF-70XBR950 4-097-520-11 (1) LCD Projection TV HD-Monitor Operating Instructions KDF-60XBR950 KDF-70XBR950 2003 Sony Corporation - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
the LCD Projection TV to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS OUVRIR PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
to use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover the windows that face the screen with opaque drapery. It is desirable to install the LCD Projection TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual. WARNING To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use and servicing - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
LCD Projection TV for a long period of time, it may be necessary to clean the inside of the LCD Projection TV. Consult qualified service the screen's coating. Installation Water and Moisture Do blocked or covered. ❑ Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. ❑ Never block - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
service equipment NEC: National Electrical Code Antenna lead-in wire (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21) Ground clamps Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250 Part instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
from eye fatigue. For the best picture quality, install your LCD projection TV according to the operating instructions. Sit at least 2.2 m (approx. 7 ft.) for KDF-60XBR950 or 2.6 m (approx. 8 ft.) for KDF-70XBR950 away from your LCD projection TV, and within 60° of the vertical viewing area, and 130 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV 9 Using This Manual 10 Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV 11 Replacing the Lamp 13 Using Twin View 55 Using the Freeze Function 58 Using Wide Screen Mode 59 Using the Digital Program Guide Displaying the Digital Program Guide 60 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
the Sony LCD Projection TV Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV Thank you for purchasing the Sony LCD Projection TV. This manual is for models KDF-60XBR950 and KDF-70XBR950. Features Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new LCD projection TV - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
. Using This Manual We recommend that you carefully review the contents of the following three sections in the order shown to ensure that you fully understand the operation of your new LCD projection TV. 1 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV This section guides you through your - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
a new Sony XL-2100U replacement lamp (not supplied). ✍ Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely; otherwise, your LCD projection TV will not turn on. For details on lamp replacement, see "Replacing the Lamp" on page 13. ✍ The light emitted from the lamp is quite bright when your LCD projection TV is - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Notes on the LCD Projection TV To enjoy clear pictures ❑ Be sure not to allow sunlight or light from a lamp to shine directly onto the screen. ❑ The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not rub, touch, or tap it with a sharp or abrasive object (see " - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
resulting in injury or death. Be sure to follow the instructions below. ❑ Use a Sony XL-2100U replacement lamp (not supplied) for replacement. Failure to do so may damage the LCD projection TV. ❑ Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement. Failure to do so may cause fire or a skin - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
the Sony LCD Projection TV 1 Turn off the power switch on the LCD projection TV and after several minutes, unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off.) ✍ Do not touch the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
or similar object to remove the lamp cover. Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV 5 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp, then pull out the lamp. The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Never touch the front glass of the lamp or the surrounding parts. Loosen the two screws as shown - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
the Sony LCD Projection TV 7 Mount the lamp cover and tighten the screw. Make sure that the lamp cover is mounted securely, otherwise the power will not turn on. Match the projections of the underneath of the lamp cover with the holes of the unit, and replace the lamp cover as it was. ✍ If the lamp - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Contents The box contains your new LCD projection TV, a remote control and two AA (R6) batteries. No peripheral cables are included. If you intend to add additional equipment to your LCD projection TV, please check the hookup instructions extended - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Carrying Your LCD Projection TV Carrying the LCD projection TV requires at least four people. Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the LCD projection TV, otherwise these parts might break off. When moving the LCD projection TV, support the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
special attention to children around the LCD projection TV. If children should climb onto or push the LCD projection TV or its stand SU-GW3 (not supplied), it may fall down. When Installing Your LCD Projection TV Against a Wall Keep your LCD projection TV at least 10 cm (4 inches) from the wall. 19 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
your viewing position. For the best picture quality, install your LCD projection TV within the areas shown below. Sit at least 2.2 m (approx. 7 ft.) for KDF-60XBR950 or 2.6 m (approx. 8 ft.) for KDF-70XBR950 away from your LCD projection TV, and within 60° of the vertical viewing area, and 130° of - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV LCD Projection TV Controls and Connectors Front Panel Menu Controls The front panel menu controls allow access to the on-screen menus without using the remote control. Pressing - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Item 1 Memory Stick slot 2 Memory Stick indicator 3 POWER Description Memory Stick insertion slot. For details, see "Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick" on page 66. When - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Front Panel of LCD projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV S VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO L-AUDIO-R (MONO) MENU Front panel connectors are in the control panel cover. To open and close the cover, refer to page 21. Connection 1 VHF/UHF - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connection Description 6 DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT (PCM/DOLBY* DIGITAL) Connects to the optical audio input See the instruction manual that came with your equipment for details about connecting and using it with the LCD projection TV. qa i. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you will connect your LCD projection TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Cable or Antenna Only For best results, use one Only or combined VHF/ UHF 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of LCD projection TV VHF/UHF Cable 75-ohm coaxial cable Rear of LCD projection TV CABLE 300-ohm twin lead cable (usually found in older homes) - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Switch the TV's input between Press ANT to switch back and forth between the the cable and antenna TV's VHF/UHF and CABLE inputs. ✍ It is highly - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Cable Box and Cable Only For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels Switch the LCD projection TV's input between the cable box and cable When using the cable box, you need the LCD projection TV to stay on the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Cable Box Only For best results, use this connection if To do this... Use the cable box Set up the LCD projection TV remote control to operate the cable box Do This ... Tune the LCD projection TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Prevent the accidental switching of TV channels Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the SAT/CABLE indicator lights up. When using the cable box, you need the LCD projection TV to stay on the channel - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Use this hookup if: ❑ You have cable TV that does not require a cable box. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Connect the cable TV cable to the VCR's IN jack. 2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
LCD Projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a VCR and Cable Box Use this hookup if: ❑ Your cable TV company : ❑ Use the LCD projection TV remote control to change channels on your cable box when the signal is scrambled. To program your Sony remote control to operate - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Rear of LCD projection TV Coaxial cable If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a special bidirectional splitter designed to work with your cable box. Coaxial cable CATV - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
(not supplied) ✍ To perform tape editing, set the LCD projection TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing TV/VIDEO on the remote control. ✍ You may need to change the video input on your VCR. Consult your VCR's operating manual for instructions. ✍ If your VCRs have an S VIDEO jack - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before ) instead of the S VIDEO cable. Rear of LCD projection TV Coaxial cable S VIDEO 36 VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) VC-810S/820S/830S (not supplied) Satellite receiver - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver with OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV's AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks. Rear of LCD projection TV Satellite receiver Satellite antenna cable AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) VIDEO - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV ✍ Be sure your VCR's video input is set correctly. Consult your VCR's operating manual for instructions. ✍ Use TV/VIDEO to select - VIDEO 1 to watch satellite TV or the VCR (your VCR must be turned on). - VHF/UHF to watch cable TV. ✍ If your VCR or - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
any connections. Using audio cables, connect the LCD projection TV's AUDIO OUT (VAR/ FIX) jacks to the audio receiver's audio LINE IN jacks. Rear of LCD projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV AUDIO-L (white) RK-C310/C320/C330 (not supplied) AUDIO-R (red) Line input 39 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
Rear of LCD projection TV Y VMC-10 (not supplied) PB PR DVD player 40 AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) RK-C310/C320/C330 (not supplied) ✍ To take advantage of the Wide Screen modes, set the TV's aspect ratio to 16:9 on your DVD player. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
of LCD projection TV S video cable (not supplied) DVD player S VIDEO AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) RK-C310/C320/C330 (not supplied) ✍ To take advantage of the Wide Screen modes, set the TV's aspect ratio to 16:9 on your DVD player. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Camcorder For easy connection of the camcorder, the LCD projection TV has front Audio and Video inputs (shown below). However, if you prefer, you can also connect the camcorder to the LCD projection TV's rear AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
compatible, such as an audio amplifier. Using an optical cable, connect the device's OPTICAL IN jack to the LCD Projection TV's DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT jack. Rear of LCD projection TV Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Optical cable Audio amplifier LINE OUT LINE IN L AUDIO - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your LCD projection TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control, the CONTROL S feature allows - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
need to run Auto Setup to set up available analog and digital channels. The Auto Program screen appears when you turn your LCD projection TV on for the first time after installing it. If you do not want to set up the channels at this time, you can do it later by using the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
92. Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60 or 90) that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off. To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears. Press to display the digital program guide. If FUNCTION is switched on - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
/CABLE Displays index of your satellite program provider. Adjusts the volume. Turn on and off the LCD projection TV and other audio/video equipment you have programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 48. Record Press when in a menu to reset the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
Sony DVD player Sony DSS tuner Sony DVD player (i.LINK) Programmable Code Number 751 801 901 If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the LCD projection TV the batteries to replace them, the code numbers may revert to the factory setting and must be reset. 48 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
757 Mitsubishi 761 Oritron 759 Panasonic 753 Philips 757 Pioneer 752 RCA/Proscan 755 Samsung 758 Toshiba 754 Zenith 760 Cable Boxes Manufacturer Code Sony 230 Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224, 225, 226 Jerrold/G. I. 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 218 Oak 227, 228, 229 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
LCD other connected equipment projection TV's video inputs. Set up the LCD projection TV You must program the remote control the first remote control to operate non-Sony Guide Display SAT Menu Move highlight (cursor) Select item Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the SAT/CABLE indicator lights up - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
to operate the cable box Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the SAT/CABLE indicator lights up. SAT/CABLE 0-9, ENTER CH +/- JUMP Operating a DVD Player To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Turn on/off Play - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
LCD Projection TV Operations RM-Y1000 1 FUNCTION Press until the TV indicator lights up. This activates the remote control for use with the LCD projection TV z You can also select digital channels using the digital program guide. See page 60 for details. 5 CH +/- Press to scan through the channels - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
Using the Features Using the Features q; SLEEP Press repeatedly to display the time in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60 or 90) that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off. To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears. qa i.LINK Press to display a list of - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
to watch. The program of that channel appears in the preview window. Press to select. ✍ When the remote control mode is set to other than TV function, you can display the Favorite Channels. However, you cannot select the channel by using V or v. z To assign Channel Labels (e.g., ABC, HBO, MTV, etc - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
can also change the size of both the left and right pictures. Activating Twin Pictures To display twin pictures 1 Make sure your LCD projection TV is tuned to a working channel. 2 Press . Using the Features Activating the Picture To cancel twin pictures ❑ Press again (or press ). Although two - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 56
connected to one of the VIDEO IN 1-7 and antenna inputs on the rear of the LCD projection TV. Digital TV pictures, and pictures from equipment connected to HD/DVD IN 5 and 6, and DVI-HDTV appears larger. ❑ Twin View does not display channels that are blocked by parental settings (see page 98). 56 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 57
(if not already activated). 2 Press V to enlarge the picture and v to reduce the picture. Using the Features ✍ When you adjust the twin screen sizes, the LCD projection TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes appear. 57 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 58
phone numbers, recipes, etc. To use the Freeze function 1 When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press FREEZE. 2 The LCD projection TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the "frozen" picture on the right, while the current program continues on the left. Current program - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 59
Using the Features Using the Features Using Wide Screen Mode Wide Screen Mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several Wide Screen Modes (16:9 aspect ratio). ❑ Press WIDE repeatedly to toggle through the following Screen Mode settings. z You can also access the Screen Mode settings in the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 60
to show digital programming, if a digital signal is present. The digital program guide and menus let you review program information, select digital channels and subchannels, set up your LCD projection TV's digital programming, and enable digital closed captioning. ✍ Analog channels are not available - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 61
to these menus and through the available options: 1 Press V v B b to navigate through the options. 2 Press to select the desired option. The Guide menu allows you to select digital channels and subchannels from a dropdown list. This list also provides information about the current program being - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 62
able to receive has recently been increased, but you do not want your LCD projection TV to perform a full Auto Setup. Channel Show/Hide This option allows you to remove (hide) digital channels from the Digital Program Guide's list of channels and subchannels, as well as from channel surfing using - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 63
Caption Vision Using the Digital Program Guide You can use the Digital Caption Setup menu to customize your LCD projection TV's Caption Vision. Select from the following options to change the visual characteristics of your LCD projection TV's digital closed captioning. A preview window displays - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 64
and digital video cameras. Because it is removable, Memory Stick can also be used for external data storage. The Memory Stick Viewer on your LCD projection TV allows you to view files that are stored on Memory Stick media. You can view: ❑ Digital photos (JPEG files) ❑ Movies (MPEG1 files) You can - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 65
Stick Pro in this LCD projection TV has been tested to support up to 1 GB media capacity and does not support high-speed transfer, MagicGate Type JPEG MPEG1 Supported File Name Extensions .jpg .jpeg .mpg .mpeg Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation. * - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 66
, it may become damaged. ✍ Insert only Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick slot. Attempting to insert other objects into the slot may damage the LCD projection TV. To remove the Memory Stick, see "Removing a Memory Stick" on page 68. 66 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 67
: Inserting the Memory Stick Duo incorrectly may result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick Duo and the LCD projection TV. 1 Before inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the LCD projection TV's Memory Stick slot, you must first insert the Memory Stick Duo into an adapter (sold separately). Memory - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 68
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Removing a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off. (When the light is on, this indicates that the LCD projection TV is reading data from the Memory Stick.) ✍ Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the Memory Stick indicator - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 69
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Index Turn on the LCD projection TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view. For how to insert a Memory Stick, see page 66. ✍ If - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 70
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Index The following describes how to use the Memory Stick Index. To Do This ... Move the highlight to a photo or movie ( ) thumbnail Display the highlighted photo or movie file full screen Display the next page of thumbnails Display the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 71
display motion in full screen. This is a result of the way digital video cameras record still images, and is not a result of a malfunction with the LCD projection TV. Photo Controls z When the menu is hidden, press B or b to go to the previous or next photo. To Do This ... Display the next or - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 72
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Photo Menu Bar Options z JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon. 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 Show, View, or File. 2 Use V v B b to select the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 73
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using Zoom and Pan To Zoom and Pan a photo 1 In the Photo menu bar, press B or b to highlight View. 2 Press V or v to highlight Zoom/Pan and press . 3 Specify the zoom center point by using V v B b; then press the center. The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed. to - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 74
Movie menu bar Movie Controls z The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG1 file. See your camera's instruction manual for details. To Do This ... Do This ... Enlarge the movie window Press V or v to highlight Enlarge, and then press . To display the movie - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 75
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Movie Menu Bar Options z MPEG1 files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon. To access the Movie menu bar 1 Use V or v to highlight Index in the Movie menu bar. 2 Press B or b to select Index, Slide Show, or File. 3 Press V or v to select the desired option - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 76
file is not played. Piano Plays the MP3 file stored in the LCD projection TV's internal memory. (This file is indicated by a different color than the that moves across the screen, revealing the next image while covering the previous image. Random Randomly cycles through all Transition Effects. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 77
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 78). JPEG and MPEG1 files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 78
, as described on page 77, you might want to have your digital 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 "Design Rules for Camera File Systems," which are specifications established by the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 79
: ❑ To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn off the LCD projection TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on). ❑ Avoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or bringing it into - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 80
communicate with each other. Using i.LINK Cables This LCD projection TV has three S400 i.LINK terminals (one in the front panel, and two in the back panel). You can use the following i.LINK cables with this LCD projection TV: 4-pin i.LINK cable Sony Model Length VMC-IL4415 1.5 meters VMC-IL4435 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 81
the instruction manual of the i.LINK device to be connected. To connect a digital i.LINK device (using only a digital signal) 1 Using an i.LINK cable (see page 80), connect the device's i.LINK jack to either of the LCD projection TV's i.LINK jacks. To connect an i.LINK device that supports an EIA - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 82
devices (devices that require only the i.LINK connection), no setup is necessary. The LCD projection TV automatically recognizes the device as soon as the connection is made. Set up an i.LINK ❏ device that supports an EIA-775A analog ❏ connection Connect analog A/V cables to the VIDEO 3 input - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 83
available while using the following TV features: Twin View, Freeze, and Memory Stick. The LCD projection TV (DTV), along with all devices connected by i.LINK to the LCD projection TV, appear on the i.LINK Device List. Devices that are not supported by the LCD projection TV appear on the Device List - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 84
i.LINK device. 1 If the i.LINK Control Panel is not already displayed, press i.LINK on the remote control. ✍ If i.LINK is pressed while the LCD projection TV is displaying an analog or digital channel (not the i.LINK device), then the Device List will appear. Select the desired device from the list - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 85
control the functions of the selected i.LINK device by using the equivalent buttons on the LCD projection TV's remote control. To program the remote control to operate i.LINK devices, see "Programming i.LINK Control Panel. ❑ Not all functions are supported for all i.LINK devices. Using i.LINK 85 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 86
setup options, some of which are also available through the Digital Program Guide (described on page 62). To Do This ... Set up the selected 775A compliant and must be connected to the LCD projection TV's VIDEO 3 input. To associate the device with the LCD projection TV's analog VIDEO 3 input, press V - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 87
arrow button to scroll through the features. 4 See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu. To end a menu session ❑ Press MENU again programming (SAP), or customizing the Effect of the sound on your LCD projection TV. Allows you to set the wide screen mode, adjust the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 88
Using the Menus Using the Video Menu To select the Video Menu 1 Press MENU. 2 Press B or b to highlight the Video icon and press . 3 Use the arrow button to scroll through the features. 4 Press to select a feature. That feature's adjustment appears. 5 Use the arrow button to make the desired - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 89
: Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint. Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint. Warm Select to give the white colors a red tint. NR Noise Reduction Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment. It is also effective on the signal from the VHF/UHF jack - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 90
press the RESET button. BN Select to reduce block noise caused by digital video Smoother encoding and especially effective for watching a DVD or digital TV picture. Select from High, Medium, Low and , Low and Off. Color Select to emphasize the red and blue colors. Select Corrector On or Off. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 91
Option Using the Menus Description White Balance Select to fine-adjust the white color intensity by changing the red, green and blue levels. You can adjust these levels by selecting R-Gain, G-Gain, BGain, R-Bias, G-Bias or B-Bias. To restore the factory default setting of - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 92
Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio Menu 1 Press MENU. 2 Press B or b to highlight the Audio icon and press . 3 Use the arrow button to scroll through the options. 4 Press to select an option. That option's settings appear. 5 Use the arrow button to scroll through the settings. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 93
mono reception. (Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts.) Select to turn on the LCD projection TV speakers. Select to turn off the LCD projection TV speakers and listen to the LCD projection TV's sound only through your external audio system speakers. This option can be set only when the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 94
Using the Menus Using the Screen Menu To select the Screen menu 1 Press MENU. 2 Press B or b to highlight the Screen icon and press . 3 Use the arrow button to scroll through the features. 4 Press to select a feature. That feature's options appear. 5 Use the arrow button to scroll through the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 95
4:3 Default functions only when the LCD projection TV receives 480i and 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 with the 4:3 Default setting. To - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 96
Channels" on page 54. Channel Fix Off Turns off Channel Fix. Useful when you 2-6 have a cable box or satellite receiver connected "Fix" your LCD projection TV's channel setting to 2-6 and use the cable box, VCR or satellite receiver to change channels. Select one of these settings if you have - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 97
Using the Menus z Channels that you set to be skipped can be accessed only with the 0-9 buttons. Option Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Description Allows you to customize the channel list that appears when you use the CH+/- buttons. 1 Press V or v to scroll through the channels until you find the - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 98
Maximum ratings permitted are: US: TV-Y, TV-G, G Canada: C, G, TV-Y Youth Maximum ratings permitted are: US: TV-PG, PG Canada: C8+, PG, 8 ans+, TV-PG Y. Adult Maximum ratings permitted are: US: TV-14, PG-13 Canada: 14+, 13 ans+, TV-14 Custom Select to set ratings manually. US: See page 100 for - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 99
the menu screen. Viewing Blocked Programs You can view a blocked program by entering the password. 1 Press ENTER when tuned to a blocked program. 2 Enter your password using the 0-9 buttons. Parental Control will be canceled temporarily until you turn your LCD projection TV off. Using the Menus - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 100
and under allowed. and X TV Rating Age-Based Options Block programs by their rating, content or both TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G All children. Directed to children age 7 and older. General Audience. TV-PG Parental Guidance suggested. TV-14 Parents Strongly cautioned. TV-MA Mature Audience only. Content - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 101
young children. 13 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 13. 16 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 16. 18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults. See "TV Rating" on page 100 for details. Using the Menus 101 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 102
(if available). For closed captioning, set to CC1. Info Displays the program name and the time remaining in the program (if the broadcaster offers this service). Displays when the channel is changed or the DISPLAY button is pressed. 102 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 103
8mm, DTV, Game, LD, Web, Beta, Skip Video 5/6/7 DVD, Satellite, Cable Box, DTV, HD, Game, Skip If you select Skip, your LCD projection TV skips this connection when you press TV/VIDEO. Adjust Allows you to move the position of the picture left and right in the window. (Available for the picture - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 104
LCD projection TV to turn on and off at two scheduled viewing times. Sleep Allows you to select the time in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60 or 90 min) at you want the TV Press MENU to exit the Menu. An LED on the front panel will light, indicating the timer has been set. ✍ To go directly to programming - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 105
are improved. Allows the i.LINK signal to pass through to connected i.LINK devices even when the LCD projection TV is turned off. The front panel i.STANDBY (i.LINK standby) LED lights in red. The LCD projection TV uses more standby power than when this option is set to Off. Does not allow the i.LINK - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 106
Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics: Topic Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Flashing Indicators on the Front of the Monitor Specifications Optional Accessories Index Page 107 108 108 114 115 116 117 106 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 107
television standards in the United States, such as NTSC Color, the standard used in this LCD projection TV. Radio Frequency. That part of the frequency spectrum that is used to transmit TV and radio signals. S VIDEO requires a single cable, which carries the brightness (luminance) and color - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 108
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 (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only). Troubleshooting Twin View Problem Possible - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 109
one code for the equipment that you are attempting to operate. ❏ There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony LCD projection TV remote. You may need to use the equipment's original remote control. Other Information Memory Stick Problem Possible Remedies - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 110
Problem resolution of the MPEG1 enlarged (page 74) file. See your camera's instruction manual for details. MP3 files on the Memory Stick ❏ Only MP3 files played as background music during a music Slide Show (see page 76). Error message ❏ No Memory Stick There is no Memory Stick in the slot. - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 111
Other Information Video Problem Possible Remedies No picture (screen not lit), no ❏ If your LCD projection TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your sound LCD projection TV may need service. Call your local Sony Service Center. ❏ Make sure the power cord is plugged in. ❏ - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 112
the LCD projection TV indicator lights up and adjust the LCD projection TV's volume. ❏ The LCD projection TV's audio LCD projection TV remote control, set the Audio Out option to Variable. ❏ To turn on the LCD projection TV speakers, set the Speaker option to On (see page 93). Channels Problem - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 113
Other Information General Problem Possible Remedies How to restore Video blinks when the signal from an i.LINK device is being shown. The signal from a selected i.LINK device is not being displayed ❏ If you have several i.LINK devices connected and operating at once, the LCD projection TV - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 114
POWER/STANDBY indicator lights in red and the LCD projection TV enters the standby mode (see page 16). The LAMP indicator flashes. ❑ The lamp for the light source burns out. Replace it with new one (see page 13). If the LCD projection TV is not recovered after correcting the problems, contact with - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 115
Panels, 1 lens projection system 0.87 inch TFT LCD panel Approx. 3.28 million dots (1,042,168 pixels) High Performance, large diameter hybrid lens F2.4 75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF UHP lamp, 120W XL-2100U NTSC, American TV Standard KDF-60XBR950: 60 inches KDF-70XBR950: 70 inches 2-13 14-69 - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 116
In Standby In i.LINK Standby Supplied Accessories Remote Control AA (R6) Batteries Cleaning Cloth Optional Accessories TV Stand Lamp AV Cable Component Video Cable i.LINK cables KDF-60XBR950: 78.5 kg (173 lbs) KDF-70XBR950: 92.5 kg (204 lbs) 250 W Under 1 W Under 20 W RM-Y914 2 supplied for remote - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 117
with VCR, connecting 32 Cable box connecting with VCR 33 using with TV remote control 51 Camcorder, connecting 42 Caption Vision 102 Caption Vision menu TV remote control 51 with A/V connectors, connecting 41 with component video connectors, connecting 40 E Enlarging pictures, in Twin View 57 error - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 118
46 G Gamma Corrector 90 GUIDE button 60 Guide menu 61 H Hue, adjusting 88 I i.LINK 10, 80-86 i.LINK Standby 105 Image Shift 105 Inputs, labeling 103 Installation of the projection TV 25-44 interlaced 107 J JUMP button 47 Jump, using 52 L Label Channels 97 video inputs 103 Lamp, replacing 13-16 M MDP - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 119
adjusting 89 Specifications 115-116 Steady Sound adjusting 92 Surround sound 92 T Timer set current 104 Timer setting 104 Treble, adjusting 92 troubleshooting 108-113 TV function button 46 TV power button 47 TV/VIDEO button 47 Twin View™ activating a picture 55 described 9 using 55 V VCR using with - Sony KDF-70XBR950 | Operating Instructions - Page 120
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2003 Sony Corporation
KDF-60XBR950
KDF-70XBR950
LCD Projection TV
HD-Monitor
Operating Instructions
4-097-520-
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LCD Projection TV
KDF-60XBR950/KDF-70XBR950