Sony KE-42M1 Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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2-021-773-11 (1) Flat Panel Color TV Operating Instructions KE-42M1 © 2004 Sony Corporation - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 2
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. Contacting Sony If, after reading the following instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony TV, please call one of the following numbers. Customers in - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 3
dealer. s If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further. s If you will not be using the TV for several days, disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull on the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 4
CAUTION Use the following SONY appliance(s) only with the following WALLMOUNT BRACKET. Use with other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET may cause instability and result in possible injury. SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO. KE-42M1 SONY WALL-MOUNT BRACKET MODEL NO. SU-PW2 To Customers Sufficient expertise is required for - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 5
from the set. Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, table or shelf. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart or stand recommended by Sony for the specific model of TV. No part of the TV set should overhang - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 6
not installed securely. Optional accessories Observe the following when installing the TV using a stand or wall mount unit. 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 unit when installing the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 7
hang anything on the unit. The unit may fall from the 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 set where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. Antennas Outdoor Antenna - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 8
. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 9
Menu 37 Selecting the On-screen Menu Language 38 Watching the TV Watching the TV 40 Watching with closed caption 41 Selecting the Picture Mode 42 Selecting the Effect Mode 43 Using the Wide Screen Mode 44 Changing the Wide Screen Mode .... 44 Changing the Wide Screen Mode using the menu 46 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 10
Features Adjusting the Picture Position Vertically 57 Adjusting the Picture Position Horizontally 58 Adjusting the Picture Quality 59 Screen Saver Function .......... 74 Turning Off the TV Automatically .......... 75 Additional Information Troubleshooting 77 Self-diagnosis function 77 Trouble - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 11
where the humidity is high. • The supplied remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment (see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 14). Clamp Screws (2) Plug Holder for AC Power Cord (1) Cleaning Cloth (1) Operating Instructions (1) Quick Setup Guide (1) Warranty Card (1) 11 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 12
Remote Control Descriptions 1 2 3 DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY qf qg 4 qh qj 5 6 FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU qk 7 ql 8 F1 w; 9 F2 wa 0 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 qa ws RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP qs wd GUIDE TV/SAT qd wf Tip The MTS/ - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 13
5: Press to select the video equipment connected to the HDMI IN 5. Press to adjust the volume. Press to reset the settings to the factory defaults. See pages 60 and 62. Also used to clear Channel Label. Press to turn off the TV screen. For details, see "Using the Picture off Function" on page 48 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 14
the Remote Control 5 DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY 3 4 FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 1, 2 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment. Sony Equipment - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 15
TV Manufacturer's codes DVD Manufacturer Sony General Electric Hitachi JVC Magnavox Mitsubishi Panasonic Philips Pioneer RCA, Proscan Samsung Toshiba Zenith Code 751 755 758 756 757 761 753 757 752 755 758 754 760 DVD changer Manufacturer Sony Panasonic Code 765 766 DVD 5.1ch Manufacturer Sony - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 16
Using your Remote Controls with Other Equipment DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY POWER buttons (DVD/VCR, SAT/CABLE) MUTING DISPLAY 0-9 buttons ENT (enter) FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 JUMP MENU TOP MENU V, v, B, b, FUNCTION - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 17
Pause Step through different tracks of an audio disc Step through different chapters of a video disc Select a track directly Display the menu (Setup) Display the top menu Operate the DVD menu Press DVD/VCR (POWER) DVD/VCR (FUNCTION) F1 N x X (press again to resume normal playback) M to step forward - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 18
Power on/Stand by) standby mode, the LED lights up in red. If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the TV needs LED servicing (see page 77). 5 i Headphones jack Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adaptor (not supplied). 6 S VIDEO - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 19
TV and any HDMI-equipped audio/video component, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver. HDMI supports enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio. 2 VHF/UHF RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable box. 3 AC IN Connects the supplied AC power - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 20
and pass a sturdy cord or chain and attach it to a wall or pillar. 1 Remove one of the two screws at the rear of the TV, then attach the supplied clamp screw to the screw hole. Attached screw Rear of the TV Clamp screw (supplied) 2 Repeat step 1 to attach the other clamp screw. 3 Attach a sturdy - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 21
the following connector types during set up. Supplied 75-ohm coaxial cable Screw-on type Screw into connection. S VIDEO cable High quality video cable for enhanced picture quality Align guides and push into connection. AUDIO/VIDEO cable Push into connection. VIDEO - Yellow AUDIO (Left) - White AUDIO - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 22
cord to the AC IN connector of the TV. 2 Secure the AC power plug to the display's AC IN jack. AC IN (Power supply input) jack of the display AC plug holder (supplied) AC power cord (supplied) 1 Attach the AC plug holder (supplied) to the AC power cord. 2 Clip on to the AC IN jack until you - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 23
cable (supplied) S VIDEO Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO HD/DVD IN 4 Y VHF/UHF VCR Cable VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) S VIDEO cable (not supplied) AUDIO-R (red) VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R PB PR L AUDIO R CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX L(MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) AUDIO - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 24
cable (supplied) Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R HD/DVD IN 4 Y PB PR L AUDIO R VHF/UHF CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX L(MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) AUDIO cable (not supplied) Note When you connect video equipment to both the VIDEO and the S VIDEO input jacks - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 25
connect your VCR. • Be sure your VCR's video input is set correctly. Consult your VCR's operating manual for instructions. • Use VIDEO 1/2/3 on the remote control to select VIDEO IN 1 (or VIDEO IN 3 if you use the VIDEO IN 3 jacks for this hookup) to watch satellite TV or to watch a tape on the VCR - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 26
AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO cable (not supplied) Audio input Audio receiver (Compact AV system, etc.) When using your audio system speakers You can control the volume output from your audio system using the TV's remote control (see "Programming the Remote Control" on - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 27
Component video cable (not supplied) CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX L(MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) DVD player Tips • To take advantage of the Wide Screen Modes, set the aspect ratio of the output signal to 16:9 on your DVD player. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 28
on the front of the TV to connect your DVD player. • To take advantage of the Wide Screen Modes, set the aspect ratio of the output signal to 16:9 on your DVD player. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your DVD player. • Use VIDEO 1/2/3 on the remote control to switch to - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 29
of picture in a resolution of 852 dots × 480 lines. 2 Using an AUDIO cable, connect the Digital Cable Box's AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV's AUDIO IN jacks. Note The Y, PB and PR jacks do not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to provide sound. AUDIO cable (not supplied) Component video - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 30
not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to provide sound. AUDIO cable (not supplied) Component video cable (not supplied) Y PB PR AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) Rear of TV VIDEO IN 1 3 S VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R HD/DVD IN 4 Y PB PR L AUDIO R CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 31
Multimedia Interface (HDMI). Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Using an HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's HDMI OUT connector to the TV's HDMI IN connector. Use the HDMI IN 5 connection. Tip The HDMI connector provides both video and audio - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 32
Receiver's DVI-HDTV OUT connector using the HDMI cable (not supplied). 1 Using a HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's DVI-HDTV OUT connector to the TV's HDMI IN connector. Use the HDMI IN 5 connection. Note The DVI-HDTV VIDEO connector does not provide audio, so audio - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 33
HDMI connector, for best picture quality TV PB VIDEO IN HD/DVD IN PR 1 3 4 Y S VIDEO PB VIDEO PR CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W (6 ) MAX AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO cable (not supplied) L(MONO) AUDIO R L AUDIO R Component video cable (not supplied) L(MONO) AUDIO R AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 34
the TV's AUDIO IN jacks and VIDEO IN jack (VIDEO IN 2). Tip You can also use the VIDEO 1 and 3 jacks located on the rear of the TV to connect your camcorder. Front of TV S VIDEO (MONO) VIDEO L AUDIO R VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) A/V cable (not supplied) A/V output - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 35
, see page 36. 1 DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 2 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 Press 1 (Power) on the TV. The Auto Setup menu automatically appears on the screen when you turn on the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 36
cannot receive and set the cable TV channels and VHF/ UHF channels at the receiver connected, the Channel Fix feature is useful. For TV Set: Exit: 4 Press V/v to select the channel you want to skip, then press . Channel TV 7: Skip 8: Add Select : Back: TV Set: Exit: If you want to re - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 37
if you have connected the equipment to the VIDEO IN 1 jacks. Select this to turn off the Channel Fix feature. 5 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. Notes • When you fix a TV channel, the Favorite Channel feature cannot be used. • When you fix a TV channel, you cannot select "Channel Skip/ Add" in - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 38
the setting value Selecting the On-screen Menu Language You can select the language to be displayed in all menus. DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 , Minimize the setting value - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 39
1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild Mode: TV Vivid 50 50 25 0 50 Cool On On Selec t : Set: Exit: 2 Press V/v to select (Setup), then press . Setup TV , Return Caption Vision: Video Label Language: Auto YC: Off English - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 40
TV 1 Press POWER on the remote control. Watching the TV DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY MUTING 1 DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 2 JUMP F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 2 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 3 40 Tip When the 1 (Power on/Stand TV - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 41
the broadcaster offers this service. DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 42
for normal viewing conditions. Select for professional monitor-like appearance. Tip You can adjust the picture quality options, such as "Picture," "Brightness," and "Color," for each Picture Mode (see pages 59, 60). F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 42 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 43
POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT TV : Exit: 5 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. Tip Pressing the TV/SAT button also lets you select "TruSurround " and " - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 44
appears. Each time you press the button, the Wide Screen Mode changes as follows: MODE , WIDE Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY WIDE FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 44 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 45
"Normal" cannot be selected. Tips • When the TV receives a 720p or 1080i signal that is 4:3 aspect ratio picture with a black bar at each side, "Full" returns the picture to its original size. • You can also access the Wide Screen Mode settings in the (Screen) menu. For details, see page 46. 45 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 46
Changing the Wide Screen Mode using the menu DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 47
the picture is transformed. You can watch the picture with its original aspect ratio in "Normal" mode. • The upper and lower parts of the picture may not appear in the screen according to the size of the original picture. In this case, adjust the picture position (see pages 57, 58). Watching the TV - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 48
/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY Using the Picture Off Function The Picture Off function lets you enjoy music from radio programs of digital broadcasts or DVDs with the TV screen turned off. TOP MENU FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU FREEZE F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 49
its sound volume from the remote control of the TV. Setting the Center Speaker Mode DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 6 2 - 5 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 50
the center speaker sound from the TV's speakers DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY 1 Press the input select buttons (VIDEO 1/2/3, VIDEO 4 or VIDEO 5) to select the video input selecting "Center Speaker Mode." TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 2 Press VOL +/- to adjust the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 51
"Reverse." Note Default setting is "Normal." DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 52
"Video Label" in the (Setup) menu, the label will be displayed (see page 53). 2 Operate the selected optional equipment. For details, see "Using your Remote Controls with Other Equipment" on page 16, or refer to the instructions supplied with each equipment. To return to watching the TV Press TV - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 53
and Skip Feature You can make settings for each video input by choosing the label displayed on the screen. Tip If you select "Skip," your TV skips this input when you press the Input Select buttons. DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 54
POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 7 2 - 6 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture CH 1: 2 2: 3 3: 4 4: 5 5: 42 6: 7 7: 8 8: 9 Select : TV Back: Set: Exit: 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 55
Watching the TV Watching favorite channels DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY Using the Channel Label Feature If you have set an optional label for the channel display or for Favorite Channels, you can have that label displayed on the screen. FREEZE FAVORITES MENU 1 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 56
TV , Return Favorite Channels Cable: On Channel Fix: Off Auto Program OK Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Selec t : Back: Set: Exit: 3 Press V/v to select "Channel Label," then press . Channel TV then press . Channel TV Channel Label , TV Channel Channel TV Channel Label - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 57
fit in the screen DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 1 Receive the picture you want to adjust, then press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild Mode: TV Vivid 50 50 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 58
44) when subtitles may not fit in the screen. DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY 1 Receive the picture you want to adjust, then press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild Mode: TV Vivid 50 50 25 0 50 Cool On - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 59
WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 8 2 - 7 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild Mode: TV Vivid 50 50 25 0 50 Cool On On Selec t : Set - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 60
the picture. * The adjustment is not available for the followings: - 480i, 480p, 1080i and 720p signals input to HD/DVD IN 4 and HDMI IN 5 Tips • You can adjust each option by referring to the value beside each option indicator. • The (Video) menu has a second scroll down screen. Selective - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 61
WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 6 2 - 5 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild Mode: TV Vivid 50 50 25 0 50 Cool On On Selec t : Set - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 62
. 6 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. To reset to the factory settings Press RESET while the menu is on the screen and the cursor is located on the right TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT MTS/SAP Press MTS/SAP repeatedly until the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 63
speakers when an external amplifier is connected to the TV's audio outputs. DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 5 2 - 4 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT Using Advanced Features (Continued) 63 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 64
POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY Select : Back: Set: Exit: Option Description Audio Out (Easy control of volume adjustments) Variable The TV's speakers are turned off, but the audio output from your audio system can still be controlled by the TV's remote control. Fixed - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 65
to exit the menu screen. Using the Parental Control Feature The TV programs and movies shown on TV are given a rating signal based on the following rating systems. In U.S.A.: U.S. Television Parental Guidelines to rate television programs (U.S. TV ratings), and Motion Picture Association of America - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 66
Activating the Parental Control feature DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY 3 FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 1, 9 2, 4 - 8 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 67
The Parental Control feature will be canceled temporarily until you turn the TV off. To deactivate the Parental Control feature Set "Lock" to " password set in step 5 again to confirm. 7 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. Tip If you have forgotten your password, enter the master password "4357" ( - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 68
a detailed description of each rating, see "What the Ratings Mean" on page 70. FREEZE FAVORITES MENU TOP MENU 10 2 - 9 F1 F2 TV VIDEO 1/2/3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 1 Perform steps 1 to 7 in "Activating the Parental Control feature" on page 66 to display the Lock options. 2 Press V/v to select "Custom - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 69
extender, indicating that the programs that match the extender can be viewed. , Parent TV Rating Return Rating TV-Y: - TV-Y7: - TV-G: - TV-PG: - TV-14: TV-MA: TV Content FV: - D: - L: - S: - V: - D: L: - S: V: L: S: V: Select : Back: Set: Exit: To relock the canceled extender, select . The - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 70
rating. 4 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. Note If you choose to block unrated TV programs, be aware that the following types of service announcements, religious programs, and weather. What the Ratings Mean Ratings in the U.S.A. Sony's predetermined ratings These are original ratings that Sony - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 71
of concern. U.S. TV ratings U.S. TV ratings are for TV programs rated according to the U.S. Television Parental Guidelines. Option TV-Y (All Children) TV-Y7 (Directed to Older Children) TV-G (General Audience) TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) TV-MA (Mature - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 72
in these programs. Ratings in Canada Sony's predetermined ratings These are original ratings that Sony has predetermined according to the viewer ratings: G, 8 ans+, and 13 ans+ Viewable U.S. TV ratings: TV-Y, TV-Y7, TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14, and TV-NR For descriptions of Child, Youth, and Y.Adult (Young - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 73
will not be encouraged to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content. Will contain very French Language ratings The Canadian French Language ratings are for TV programs in French broadcast in Canada. Option Description G ( - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 74
RESET PIC OFF MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT 1 Press MENU. , Video Return Mode: Picture: Brightness: Color: Hue: Sharpness: Color Temp.: NR: Mild Mode: TV Vivid 50 50 25 0 50 Cool On On Select : Set: Exit: 2 Press V/v to select . (Screen), then press , Screen Return Wide Mode: 4:3 Default: V Center - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 75
for 30 minutes. Screen TV Screen Saver Return Orbit On All White On , Turning Off the TV Automatically You can set the TV to turn off automatically after a predetermined period of time (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90 minutes). DVD/ SAT/ POWER MUTING VCR CABLE MODE PICTURE WIDE SLEEP DISPLAY SLEEP - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 76
as follows: , Sleep Off Sleep 15 Sleep 30 Sleep 45 Sleep 60 Sleep 90 While the Sleep timer is activated, the (Timer) LED on the TV lights up in red. To cancel the Sleep timer Press SLEEP repeatedly until "Sleep Off" appears. Tips • If you turn the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 77
2 seconds. 2 Press 1 (Power) on the TV to turn it off, and disconnect the power cord, then inform qualified Sony personnel or the Direct Response Center/ Customer Relations Center of how the indicator flashes (duration and interval). Trouble symptoms and remedies Problem No picture. Cannot receive - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 78
Default" to "Off" in the (Screen) menu (page 47). • The batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries. • Check the polarity of the batteries. • If the 1 (Power on/Stand by) LED on the TV does not light in red, press 1 (Power) on the TV. • Point the remote control at the remote control sensor of the - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 79
1 W Dimensions (W/H/D): Including TV stand: 1,075 × 826 × 312 mm (42 3/8 × 32 5/8 × 12 3/8 inches) Without TV stand: 1,075 × 750 × 110 mm (42 3/8 × 29 5/8 × 4 3/8 inches) Mass: Including TV stand: 45.0 kg (99 lb. 3 oz.) Without TV stand: 39.5 kg (87 lb. 1 oz.) Supplied accessories: Remote control - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 80
Reduction 60 Normal 45 P Parent 65 password 66, 67 ratings 68 Picture Mode 42 PIC OFF 48 Power on/off 40 Pro 42 R Remote control 11 battery installation 11 programming 14 using with other equipment 16 S S Video input jack 23 Self-diagnosis function 77 Sleep timer 75 Speaker 26 - Sony KE-42M1 | Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 81
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Flat Panel Color TV
Operating Instructions
KE-42M1