Sony KE-42XS910 Operating Instructions

Sony KE-42XS910 - 42" Flat Panel Color Tv Manual

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    Flat Panel Color TV KE-37XS910/KE-42XS910 4-097-685-11 (1) Flat Panel Color TV Operating Instructions KE-37XS910 KE-42XS910  2003 Sony Corporation
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    of time, especially at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV, below the Sony logo, on the sticker, and also
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    for use only with the following TV STAND or WALL-HANGING RACK UNIT. Use with other TV STAND or WALL-HANGING RACK UNIT is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury. SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO. KE-37XS910 KE-42XS910 WALL MOUNT UNIT MODEL NO. SU-PW2 FLOATING STAND MODEL NO. SU-PF2 To
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    Safeguards Before using your TV, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual. WARNING To guard against
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    power-line stand recommended by Sony for the specific model of TV. No part of the TV set should overhang any edge of the TV cart or stand TV using a stand or wall mount unit. If not, the unit may fall and cause serious injury. s Be sure to follow the operating instructions supplied with your stand
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    TV unit turned backward or sideways. s Do not install the unit turned over may fall from the stand or wall mount unit, causing damage POWER LINES Code (NEC) in USA and Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
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    the antenna. This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and power-line surges. Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: s When the power cord or plug is damaged or
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    Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
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    TV Set-Top Box with Component Video Connectors ..........43 Digital Satellite Receiver with DVI-HDTV Connector 44 Camcorder 45 Audio Receiver 46 Sub Woofer 47 Using the CONTROL S Feature 47 Setting Up the Channel List 48 Using Auto Setup 48 Using the Remote Control Overview 49 Inserting
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    Activating the Picture 61 Changing the Picture Size 62 Using Favorite Channels 63 Creating a List of Favorite Channels 63 Displaying a List of Favorite Channels 63 Using the Freeze Function 64 Using Picture Off 65 Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick 67 Supported Image Types 67
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    Programs 94 Using the Setup Menu 95 Selecting Setup Options 95 Overview 99 Glossary 100 Contacting Sony 101 Troubleshooting 101 Twin View 101 Remote Control 102 Memory Stick 102 Video 104 Audio 105 Channels 105 General 106 Specifications 107 Optional Accessories 109 Index 110 11
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    Thank you for purchasing the Sony Flat Panel Color TV. This manual is to be used with the following models: s KE-37XS910 s KE-42XS910 Package Contents The package contains the following: s Flat panel display unit s Remote control (RM-Y1001) and two size AA batteries s AC power cord s Antenna
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    volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials. s Memory Stick® Viewer: Allows you to view on your TV screen digital images (JMEG) and movies (MPEG1) that are stored on Memory Stick media. s Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and
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    This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV. Topic TV Controls and Connectors Installing the TV Basic Connections: Connecting Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Digital TV Set-Top Box with Component Video Connectors Digital Satellite Receiver with DVI-HDTV Connector
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    the TV is in standby mode. The LED does not light up when the main power is turned off. If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see "Contacting Sony" on page 101). Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on. Receives IR signals from the TV's remote
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    to the TV's video inputs. 5 Memory Stick When lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. access indicator (Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.) 6 (Memory Memory Stick insertion slot. For details, see "Inserting and Stick slot) Removing a Memory Stick" on page
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    Setup Left Side Panel To open the slide cover VIDEO IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R AUDIO 1 2 Item 1 S VIDEO VIDEO IN 2 2 VIDEO/ L (MONO)/R AUDIO VIDEO IN 2 Description video equipment. If you connect a monaural VCR or camcoder, connect the audio output to the AUDIO L (MONO) jack on the TV. 18
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    accommodate a copy-protected digital connection (HDCP*) to other devices (such as digital set-top boxes) that have compatible interfaces. The DVI-HDTV input terminal is compliant with the EIA-861 standard and is not intended for use with personal computers. See the instruction manual that came with
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    OUT (VAR/FIX) L/R Description Connects to the input jack of your sub woofer. Connects to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipment. You can use these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through your stereo system. * High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection Setup 20
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    the supplied AC power cord. When connecting optional components, do not connect the AC power cord to wall outlet until you have completed making all connections. Preventing the TV from Falling Down After connections with antennas and other equipment are completed, be sure to attach the supplied
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    1 Attach the supplied cord clamp to the TV stand with four supplied clamp rivets. Push the rivet head to attach the cord clamp to the TV stand. Cord clamp Clamp rivet 2 Pass the connecting cables from the right through the cable clamp. To remove the cord clamp, turn to remove the four rivets using
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    Setup Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and , such as rabbit-ear or dipoleantenna, keep the antenna away from the TV. If not, noise may appear on the screen. 23
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    Receive channels using an antenna, instead of the cable Do This ... Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV's VHF/UHF and AUX inputs. 1 Press ANT to switch to the AUX input. 2 Set the Cable option to Off. For details, see "Selecting Channel Options" on page 90. 3 Run the Auto Setup
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    the cable box to the TV's AUX input jack. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box; see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52.) s Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV's VHF/UHF input. (The TV's tuner provides a better signal
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    use the TV's Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel. For details, see "Using the Channel Menu" on page 90. Press ANT to switch back and forth between the TV's VHF/UHF (unscrambled channels) and AUX (scrambled) inputs. Do not leave the display indication of the cable box turned on. Setup
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    TV 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 CATV cable to the cable box's input jack. 2 Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the cable box's output jack to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 3 Run
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    , you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4). You can use the TV's Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel. For details, see "Using the Channel Menu" on page 90. Do not leave the display indication of the cable box turned on. Setup
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    S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Digital TV Set-Top Box with Component Video Connectors Digital Satellite Receiver with DVI-HDTV as shown below. Example of an S VIDEO Connection Audio cable Equipment with S VIDEO VIDEO IN Rear of TV DVI-HDTV IN 1 R -AUDIO- L DVI-HDTV 6 3 4 R -AUDIO- L (MONO)
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    jack. 2 Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the VCR's VHF/UHF output jack to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 3 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks. 4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 48. Using S VIDEO jacks
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    the VCR Control VCR functions with the See "Operating a VCR" on page 54. TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV Do not leave the display indication of the VCR turned on. Setup 31
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    remote control for your specific cable box; see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52.) s Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV's VHF/UHF jack. (The TV 1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use the supplied antenna cable to connect one
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    to operate the cable box or VCR Control specific cable box and VCR functions with the TV 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
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    IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) A/V cable A/V cable When connecting two VCRs for tape editing; - you cannot edit a tape with copy protection. - do not connect the TV's A/V input jack and output jack to your VCRs at the same time to avoid looping the signal. 34
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    the VCR(s) "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52. Activate the TV remote control to Press VCR/DVD FUNCTION. operate the VCR(s) Control VCR functions with the See "Operating a VCR" on page 54. TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels
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    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. 3 Connect the supplied antenna cable from your cable or antenna to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. 4 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 48. Using S VIDEO
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    with the TV remote control See "Operating a Satellite Receiver" on page 54. Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV Do not leave the Electric Program Guide and display indication turned on. Setup
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    /UHF jack. 4 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver's A/V output jacks to the VCR's A/V input jacks. 5 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks. 6 Run the Auto Setup program, as described in "Setting Up the Channel List" on page 48. Using S VIDEO
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    See "Operating a Satellite Receiver" on page 54 and "Operating a VCR" on page 54. Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV Do not leave the Electric Program Guide and display indication turned on. 39
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    PB and PR jacks to the Y, PB and PR jacks (HD/DVD IN) on the TV. The Y, PB and PR jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y, CB and the DVD player's audio output jacks to the TV's HD/DVD IN AUDIO input jacks. Component video cable R -AUDIO- L Rear of TV TV 6 4 5 R- L Y PB PR (
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    Control DVD functions with the See "Operating a DVD Player" on page 55. TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV You cannot record the signal from any equipment connected into the Y, PB, PR
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    player Control DVD functions with the See "Operating a DVD Player" on page 55. TV remote control Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV Do not leave a still image, such as the DVD menu, displayed on the
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    on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Watch the digital TV set-top box Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the digital TV set-top box input (VIDEO 4 in the illustration). Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment
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    the digital satellite receiver input (VIDEO 6 in the illustration). Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV Do not leave a still image or display indication, such as the Electric Program Guide, displayed
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    repeatedly to select the camcorder input (VIDEO 2 in the illustration). Label video inputs to easily See the instructions for setting up Video Labels on page 96. identify equipment connected to the TV Do not leave a still image of the camcorder or digital camera displayed on the screen. 45
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    /FIX) (VAR) Receiver To line input Audio cable 2 Using the TV's Audio Menu, set the Speaker option to Off. Then set the Audio Out option to Fixed or Variable, depending on how you want to control the volume. For details, see "Using the Audio Menu" on page 86. 3 Turn on the audio receiver, and
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    -AUDIO- L Y PB PR HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i) Sub woofer input Monaural audio cable (not supplied) Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one
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    box for all channel selection. Using Auto Setup To run Auto Setup the first time you turn on your TV 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears. 2 Press TV FUNCTION on the remote control. 3 Press V or v to select the desired on-screen display language and press . "Start Auto
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    Overview This chapter describes how to set up, program, and use the TV's remote control. Topic Inserting Batteries Button Descriptions Programming the Remote Control Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control Page 49 50 52 54 Inserting Batteries 1 2 3 Open the battery compartment
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    programmed into the remote control. For instructions, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52. POWER: Press to turn on and off the TV. Press to volume. qd CODE SET Press to program the remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment. For details, see "Programming the Remote Control" on
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    2 seconds. Press ENT to change channels immediately. qk MENU Press to display the Menu. Press again to exit from the Menu. For details, see page 83. ql TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV's video inputs. w; Press to display the Memory Stick Menu
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    control with the TV's remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control. The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability in order to be used with the remote control. 1 Turn to the list of "Manufacturer's Codes" on page 53, and find the three-digit code number for the
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    806, 807 AV Receiver*1 Manufacturer Sony Code 764 5.1 DVD AV System (DAV)*2 Manufacturer Code Sony 763 *1 This manufacturer code might not work for the past obsolete models. The following FY03 STR & AVD models are capable of functioning with this code. STR-DA9000ES/DA5000ES/ DA3000ES/DA2000ES
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    TV's video inputs. Set up the TV remote control to You must program the remote control the first time operate non-Sony equipment you use it. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52. Operating a VCR To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the VCR Turn on/off Change channels
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    To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION SAT/CABLE (POWER) 0-9, ENT CH +/- JUMP Operating a DVD Player To Do This ... Press Activate the remote control to VCR/DVD FUNCTION
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    Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Topic Watching TV Using Wide Mode Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function Using Picture Off Page 58 59 60 63 64 65 57
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    channel label (if set) Press DISPLAY again to turn Display off Switch the TV's input to the VCR, Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through DVD player, or other connected the video equipment connected to the TV's equipment video inputs Change video and audio options, Press MENU to display the
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    modes (16:9 aspect ratio). When viewing high-definition programs broadcast in 720p/1080i, it is not possible to change between Wide Screen modes parts of the picture are condensed to fit the 16:9 screen. The picture has a normal appearance, as much as possible. z When you change channels or inputs,
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    choose which source's sound is selected. You can also change the relative size of each of the pictures. The second window by using TV/VIDEO. For details, see "Connecting Optional Equipment" on page 29. s TV channels as well as any sources connected to the AUX, VIDEO 4, VIDEO 5, and VIDEO 6 inputs
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    the volume Mute the volume Switch the TV's input between sources connected to the TV's VHF/UHF and AUX inputs Switch the TV's input between sources connected to the TV's A/V inputs Change the picture size Do This ... Press 0-9 and then ENT (or wait 3 seconds) or Press CH+/- Press VOL +/- Press
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    picture that you want to resize. 2 Press V to enlarge the picture. 3 Press v to make the picture smaller. Features When you adjust the picture sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes appear. 62
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    in the Channel Menu (see page 91). 1 Press FAVORITES. The Favorite Channels list appears. Favorites 10 ABC 20 HBO 36 MTV 6 FOX 8 CBS 37 COMED 40 9 v Favorite Channels 2 Press V or v to highlight the channel you want to watch. 3 Press to select the channel you want to watch
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    is not available while you are using the Twin View feature. 1 When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press FREEZE. 2 The TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the "frozen" picture on the right, while the current program continues on the left. Current program in progress
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    Using Picture Off The Picture Off feature lets you enjoy music from radio programs of digital broadcasts or DVDs with the TV screen turned off. 1 Press PIC OFF. The PICTURE OFF LED lights up in blue and the screen turns off. To cancel and return to normal viewing, press any button except for VOL
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    more information about handling Memory Stick media, see "Precautions on Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO" on page 82. "Memory Stick", "Memory Stick PRO", "Memory Stick Duo" and " " are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Supported Image Types This TV's Memory Stick viewer can display still
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    SONY/MOML0001 File Name: MOV00001.MPG Unsupported Image Types This TV's Memory Stick viewer cannot display any of the following: s Images stored in TIFF or any other non-JPEG or non-MPEG compression format s Images with less than 16 horizontal and/or vertical dots per line
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    direction. If the Memory Stick is forced in the wrong way, 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 TV. To remove the Memory Stick, see "Removing a Memory Stick" on page 71. Memory Stick 69
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    to the Memory Stick Duo and the TV. 1 Before inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the TV's Memory Stick slot, you must first insert the Memory Stick Duo into an adapter (sold separately). Memory Stick Duo Adapter Memory Stick Duo CAUTION: Inserting the Memory Stick Duo into the Memory Stick slot
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    is on, this indicates that the TV is reading data from the Memory Stick.) Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the Memory Stick indicator on the TV's right side panel is lit) may damage the Memory Stick or its contents. 2 Push the Memory Stick gently into the slot, and then
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    on the Memory Stick. Highlighted thumbnail z If the Memory Stick Home does not appear, press (Memory Stick) on the remote control. z The display of the Memory Stick viewer will automatically disappear if you do not operate the TV for five minutes. Memory Stick menus Digi. Cam. Mode (Digital Camera
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    options 2 Press . For details on these options, see "Memory Stick Home Menu Options" on page 79. Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press (Memory Stick) on the remote control. Using the Index Menu When you select a still image or movie from the Memory Stick Home (see page 72), the Index menu appears
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    or movie. Allows you to protect the JPEG or MPEG1 file from any changes. Files that are protected are indicated by the icon. On Protects the JPEG or MPEG1 file from the Memory Stick. You cannot delete a file that has been protected (or if the Memory Stick is locked). Selected Deletes the
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    previous file. Access additional options Press . For details, see "Image Setup Menu Options" on page 75. Exit Memory Stick Viewer Press (Memory Stick) on the remote control. Image Setup Menu Options To access the Image setup menu 1 Press V or v to select the menu option. 2 Press . 3 Press
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    to turn on or off the display of file information. Select On or Off. Allows you to protect this file from any changes. Selecting Off unlocks the protect. Allows you to rotate a still image in 90 degree increments clockwise or counterclockwise. If the file has been protected (or if the Memory Stick
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    on Press B during movie stop mode. the Memory Stick During playback or pause mode the control changes to m (Rewind). Display the next file on the Press b during movie stop mode. Memory Stick During playback or pause mode the control changes to M (Fast-forward). Stop playback. Press V or
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    1:08PM Select : Option Information Audio Select Protect Delete Description Allows you to turn on or off the display of file information. Select On or Off. Switches from any changes. Select On to protect. Select Off to unlock the protect. Deletes the displayed file from the Memory Stick. Select
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    and Select Folder menus that include additional options for each menu. To access the Memory Stick Home menu 1 Press V or v to select Slide Show, Options or Select . Press to stop the slide show. Manual Advances slides manually. Press b or B on the remote control to go to the next or previous
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    Folder Menu" on page 81. Sort Allows you to change the order in which the Memory Stick files are displayed. Select from Name Order (in alphabetical rules and JPEG and MPEG1 files recorded on a Sony digital still camera or digital video camera. Off Displays all folders within the directories
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    Using Select Folder Menu Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer when you set Digi. Cam. Mode to Off. Current folder Folder list Memory Stick Home Slide Show Options Filter : Still Select Folder Digi.Camera Mode Off Close Move : Back : No : Size : Select :
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    on Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO When using Memory Stick media, Memory Stick PRO, follow these precautions: s To avoid permanent 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 by the Memory Stick
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    to second 86 audio programming (SAP) or customizing the Effect of the sound on your TV. Allows you to make Wide Mode adjustments and make 88 changes to including 95 setting the Timer, selecting closed caption modes, labeling video inputs, selecting the language of the on-screen menus, and more.
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    TV is set to: s Press RESET on the remote control when in the Video Menu. Selecting Video Options z To change from one Mode to another, use PICTURE button on the remote Standard Pro Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Select for standard Select to turn off the Mild Mode. Menus 84
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    options while viewing NTSC sources. DRC Mode Creates a high-resolution picture with 4× density, for high quality sources (i.e., DVD player (Clarity) for up to three input sources. For example, you can create one Custom setting to optimize your cable input's picture, and create another to
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    remote control when in the Audio Menu. Selecting Audio Options z To change quickly from one MTS to another, use MTS/SAP on the remote the volume. Off Select to turn off Steady Sound. TruSurround Select TV to second audio programs when a signal is received. (If no SAP signal is present, the TV
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    but the audio output from your audio system can still be controlled by the TV's remote control. Fixed The TV's speakers are turned off and 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. Menus
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    Mode Options z To change from one Wide Mode to another, use WIDE MODE on the remote control. z Wide the 4:3 size picture, while the upper and lower parts of the picture are condensed to fit the wide wide-screen programs will be shown in aspect ratios that require the display of black bands at the
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    White Select to enlarge the 4:3 size picture, while the upper and lower parts of the picture are condensed to fit the wide screen. Select to an equal aspect ratio that fills the wide screen. Select to continue using the current Wide Mode setting when the channel or input is changed. Allows you
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    box or satellite receiver connected Turns off Channel Fix. "Fix" your TV's channel setting to 2-6 and use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels. Select one of these have connected the equipment to the A/V input jacks. Auto Program Automatically sets up the channel list on the
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    z Channels that you set to be skipped can be accessed only with the 0-9 buttons. z Channel Label is not available (grayed out) when watching 480p, 720p, and 1080i sources. Option Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Description Allows you to customize the channel list that appears when you use the CH
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    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. s US: See page 93 for details. s Canada: See page 94 for details. Change Password For changing your password. Select Country U.S.A. Select to use USA ratings (see
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    public service announcements, religious programs and weather. For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. (For Canadian models, To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated. Menus
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    for ages under 16. 18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults. See "US Models" on page 93 for details. Viewing Blocked Programs You can view blocked programs by To reactivate the Parental Lock settings, turn off the TV. When the TV is turned on again, your Parental Lock settings are reactivated.
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    the changed setting. 5 Press MENU to exit the Menu. Selecting Setup Options The Setup Menu includes the following options: Option Caption Vision Description Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption). Off Turns off Caption
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    input. Then when you press TV/VIDEO to change inputs, the Video Label you assigned to that input appears on screen. 1 Press V or v to highlight the video input ( while watching the picture to be adjusted. The TV stores the position in memory for each input. Select to display all on-screen Menus
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    to remain on before shutting off automatically. Timer 1 Timer 2 You can use the Timers to program the TV to turn on and off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times. Timer 1 & 2 are not available to be set until you set the Current Time. 1 Press V or v to highlight Timer 1 or
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    Option Illuminated Description 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 only when the power is switched to on or off. Menus 98
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    Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics: Topic Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Specifications Optional Accessories Index Page 100 101 101 107 109 110 99
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    High Frequency) is the part of the frequency spectrum from 300 to 3,000 megahertz. Provides 480 lines of resolution. Displays images using interlaced scanning, which first transmits all the odd lines on the TV screen and then the even lines. Provides 480 lines of resolution. Displays images using
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    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
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    . s There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to operate. s There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony TV remote. You may need to use the equipment's original remote control. Memory Stick Problem Image does not display "No
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    Other Info Problem Possible Remedies "Memory Stick type error" is s A Memory Stick not available for use with this TV is inserted. displayed. -size images are corrupted or not supported. Cannot rotate image, no thumbnail appears s Be sure the LOCK switch on the Memory Stick is set to off. s If
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    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 POWER on the right side of the TV. s Press TV
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    adjust the sound (see page 87). Or, to use the TV remote control, set the Audio Out option to Variable. s To turn on the TV speakers, set the Speaker option to On (see page 87). Channels Problem Possible Remedies Cannot receive upper channels s Change the Cable option to Off (see page 90). (UHF
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    Other Info General Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory settings s Turn off the main power of the TV set. While holding down RESET on the remote control, turn on the main power of the TV set. Turn on the TV. While holding down RESET on the remote control, press POWER on the
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    Other Info Specifications Panel System Resolution Antenna Television System Channel Coverage Power Requirements Inputs/Outputs DVI-HDTV Video (IN) S Video (IN) Audio (IN) Component Video Input CONTROL S (IN/OUT) Variable/Fixed Audio (OUT) Sub woofer (OUT) RF Inputs Screen Size (measured diagonally)
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    Other Info Supplied Accessories Remote Control (1) AA Batteries (2) AC power code (1) Antenna cable (1) Cable clamp (1) Clamp rivets (4) Clamp screws (2) Cleaning cloth (1) RM-Y1001 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Other Info 108
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    Other Info Optional Accessories s A/V Cable (VC-810S/820S/830S) s Component Video Cable (VMC-10/30) s Control S Cable (RK-G69) s Wall mount unit: SU-PW2 s Floating stand: SU-PF2 109 Other Info
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    32 Twin View issues 60 using with TV remote control 55 Caption Vision 95 CATV. See cable CH buttons 17, 51 changing picture size, in Twin View 62 described 19 Cool, Color Temp. 84 D Digi. Cam. Mode 80 Digital Reality Creation 13 DISPLAY button 58 Display unit connecting 21 controls 16 DRC Function 85
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    , described 14 password, changing 92 Pause button 50 PIC OFF button 51 picture contrast, adjusting 84 PICTURE MODE button 50 Play button 50 POWER button 16, 17, 50, 58 POWER LED 16 powering on/off, the TV 17 presetting channels 90 Pro (Video) mode 84 problems, troubleshooting 101-106 progressive 100
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    Other Info Other Info turning on/off 87 using external speakers 87 specifications 107 Standard mode 84 turning on/off the TV 17 TV FUNCTION button 58 TV power button 50 TV/VIDEO button 51, 58 Twin View described 14 using 60-62 Twin View button 50 V Variable audio setting 87 VCR using with TV remote
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2003 Sony Corporation
KE-37XS910
KE-42XS910
Flat Panel Color TV
Operating Instructions
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Flat Panel Color TV
KE-37XS910/KE-42XS910