Sony KV-24FV12 Primary User Manual

Sony KV-24FV12 - 24" Trinitron Color Flat Tv Manual

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    Connecting Additional4-E0q75u-i5p0m1-e2n1 t Trinitron® Color TV Operating Instructions KV-20FV12 KV-24FV12 © 2000 by Sony Corporation
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    User Guide
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    is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the Operate the TV only on 120 V AC. ❏ One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for safety purposes and will fit into the power outlet only one
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    BBE Sound, Inc. under USP 4638258.4482866. BBE and BBE symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. For KV-24FV12 only ( )® SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL) The ( ) SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM) is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from SRS Labs, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent No. 4,748,669. Other
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    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 of the set. Use Power Sources This set should be operated only from the type
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    User Guide Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the set. If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set is continuous or frequent while the TV is operating, unplug the TV and consult your dealer or service
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    the manufacturer for the specific model of TV any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a or other materials. 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
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    for Antenna Grounding. GROUND CLAMP ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H) Lightning For
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    in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform
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    User Guide
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    About this Manual 2 Connecting Your TV Basic Connections 3 Connecting Additional Equipment 4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control 11 Setting Up the TV Automatically 13 Quick Start to the Menus 14 Using the Menus Using the Video Menu 18 Using the Audio Menu 19
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    User Guide
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    Additional Equipment Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron® Color TV. Before you begin using this manual, please check the model number located on the rear of your TV or on the front cover of this manual. Trinitron® Color TV Features Some of the features you will enjoy
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    , remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. ✍ Your remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment, (see page 31). About this Manual This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV. It shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable
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    for the first time. This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting. Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the connections below: ✍ If you are
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    Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV 2 VCR Coxial Cable 1 From cable/ antenna 3 (Optional connection) 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service (not supplied) from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. ✍ You can use
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    box to the VHF/UHF jack on the TV. ✍ To view channels from your cable box, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear panel of your cable box) and use the cable box's remote control to change channels. ✍ If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you
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    Operating Instructions TV, VCR, and Cable box Rear of TV 3 VCR 2 Coaxial Cable 1 From cable 4 (Optional connection) Cable box 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to
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    IN on your satellite receiver. 2 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV. 3 Using A/V cables, connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. ✍ You can use the inputs. button to switch between the VHF/UHF
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    to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR. 5 Using A/V cables, connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. ✍ To view from the satellite receiver or VCR, select the video input to which your satellite receiver or VCR is connected by pressing on the remote control. 8
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    and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. Front A/V Panel MENU F VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEOL(MONO)-AUDIO-R F A/V output Connecting a DVD Player 1 Using audio A/V cables, connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV. 2 Using a S VIDEO cable, connect S VIDEO OUT
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    Operating Instructions Connecting an Audio System Using A/V cables, connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE 2) on your stereo. Rear of TV AUDIO-L AUDIO-R Line input ✍ To change the level of audio output on your TV can be changed between Fixed and Variable
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    SYSTEM OFF TV/VIDEO TV/VTR PICTURE MODE SLEEP Description Press when you want to turn connected equipment on and off. Press when you want to control connected equipment with your remote control. Instantly turns off the sound. Press again or press to restore sound. Powers off all Sony equipment at
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    MTS/SAP DISPLAY JUMP GUIDE MENU RESET CODE SET Cycles through the Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) options: Stereo, Mono, and Auto-SAP (Second Audio Programming). Press to display the current time, (if set) and channel number. Cycles through available Steady Sound settings, (see page 19). Alternates
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    . The Initial Setup screen appears. Auto Program [CH+] Exit [CH-] First please connect cable/antenna 2 CH Press on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform Auto Program. To perform Auto Program again 1 Press . 2 Press g to highlight setup ( ). 3 Press f to highlight Options
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    Fix: OFF Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Move Select End MENU Parental Control Password: Options MTS: Auto-SAP Speaker: OFF Audio Out: Variable Move Select End MENU Customize your channel settings. Set rating limits on your TV based on a program's rating or content. Move Select End
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    Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Menu Timer Timer 1: Set Timer 2: Set Current Time Daylight Saving: NO Move : Select AM End MENU Allows you to Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer 2. Setup Caption Vision: CC1 Video Label Language: English
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    Using the Menus Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV. To access a menu 1 Press . 2 Use the G or g buttons to move through the menus. F 3 Use the F or buttons to highlight an option. 4 Press g or to select or access an
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    : Select for a bright picture. Standard: Select for a standard picture. for direct Mode settings, (Vivid, Movie, Sports, Standard). With the Picture Controls menu open: Picture: Press G or f to decrease the contrast. Press g or F to increase contrast. Brightness: Press G or f to darken the picture
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    options: SRS: Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo audio signals, (KV-24FV12 only). Simulated: Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs, (KV-24FV12 only). Surround: Add a surround-like effect to mono programs, (KV-20FV12 only). OFF: Normal stereo or mono reception. 19
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    " on page 17. Options MTS: Auto-SAP Speaker: OFF Audio Out: Variable Move Select End MENU F MTS Multi-Channel Sound Speaker Custom selection of audio output source Audio Out Use to control the TV's volume through a stereo Press F or to select one of the following options: Stereo: Select when
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    MENU F F F F F F Favorite With the Favorite Channel menu open: Channel Quick access 1 Press g or to select. 2 Use the F or buttons to select Auto or Manual (usually 3 or 4) and use the cable box's or VCR's remote control for channel selection. Video: Select from available video inputs when you
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    Operating Instructions Parental Control The Parental Control feature is designed to help parents monitor what their children watch on television. This section shows you the different rating systems available and how to set your TV's rating limit. Overview of the Ratings Once you have become
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    Programming Move Select End MENU Block Movies Blocks all unrated movies ✍ If you choose to block unrated TV programs, please be aware that the following programs may be blocked: emergency broadcasts, political programs, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs, and
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    Operating Instructions English Ratings (Canadian G: PG: 14+ : 18+ : Press Move to block Select End MENU French Ratings (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are to block Select End MENU U.S.A. Ratings (Canadian models only) For programs from the United States.
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    buttons to enter new four-digit Password Move Select End MENU F In the Parental Control menu, you will be asked to set a 4-digit password for any further access into Parental Control. 1 Press or , then use the 0 9 buttons to enter a 4-digit password. ✍ Keep this manual in a safe place. If you
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    Child Youth Young Adult Custom OFF Parental Control Lock: Young Adult Change Password Move Select End MENU TV will allow a maximum rating of: TV-Y, TV-G, G (U.S. models only), G (Canadian models only) TV-PG, PG (U.S. models only), PG (Canadian models only) TV-14, PG-13 (U.S. models only), 14
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    to move the cursor to Change Password and press g or . 2 Follow step 2 and 3 for "Using the Parental Control menu" on page 25. Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating ❏ Press , then use the 0 9 buttons to enter your password. ✍ Entering your password to view a blocked
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    F F F Timer 1 and With the menu open, highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2: Timer 2 1 Press g or , then press g or again. Scheduled viewing 2 Press F or until the desired day or range of days is displayed, then press g or . 3 Press F or to select the hour you want the TV to turn on, then press g or
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    Vision: CC1 Video Label Language: English Demo Options Move Select End MENU F F F F Caption Vision ClosedCaptioning Video Label Label connected 2, 3, 4: Displays network/station information. XDS (Extended Data Services): Displays information about the network and current program, if available.
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    page 17. Options Cable: ON Auto Program Tilt Correction: 0 Move Select End MENU Cable ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable. OFF: Select if you are using a TV antenna. ✍ After changing your cable settings, you will need to perform Auto Program. Auto Program Perform
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    the Remote Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony and non-Sony video equipment. 1 Press . 2 Press VTR/DVD or (FUNCTION). 3 Use the 0 9 buttons to key in the code number from the following chart. 4 Press . VCR codes Sony Admiral (M.Ward) Aiwa Audio Dynamic
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    , 328, 335, 331, 332 314, 330, 336, 337 331 Satellite Receiver codes Sony General Electric 801 (preset code for remote control) 802 Hitachi Hughes Panasonic RCA/PROSCAN Toshiba 805 804 803 802, 808 806, 807 DVD codes Sony 751 Panasonic 753 Pioneer 752 RCA 755 Toshiba 754 ✍ If more
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    use the equipment's supplied remote control. Operating a VCR Press VTR/DVD To Power on the VCR 09 Select channels directly Change channels B x m or M X z and B at the same time TV/VTR Play video tape Stop Search forward or backward Pause Record Change between VCR and TV inputs Operating a DVD
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    the power cord to restore the TV. If the problem continues, call your local service center. ❏ Check the TV/VIDEO settings: when watching TV, set to TV; when watching video equipment, set to VIDEO (page 11). ❏ Make sure the batteries have been inserted correctly into the remote control (page
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    on the remote control. Press MENU again when the setting or adjustment is complete. Contact your nearest Sony dealer to order a replacement. Should you require further assistance, please call the Sony Technical Support number for your country. One of Sony's Technical Support professionals will
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    Operating Instructions Specifications For all models (except as noted) Television system American TV standard/NTSC Channel coverage VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125 Antenna 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF Picture tube FD Trinitron® tube Power requirements 120V, 60 Hz
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    menu 21 Channel Skip/Add 21 Color 18 Code numbers Cable box 32 DVD 32 Laser Disc Player 32 Satellite Receiver 32 VCR 31, 32 Connections Cable and antenna 3 Connecting an Audio System 10 Connecting a Camcorder 9 Connecting a DVD player 9 Connecting Headphones 10 TV and Cable Box 5 TV and VCR 4 TV
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    OUpseerraGtinuigdeInstructions R Remote Control 11 S Setting up the TV Automatically 13 Setup menu 29 Sharpness 18 Speaker 20 Specifications 38 Steady Sound 19 T Timer menu 28 Timer 1 and Timer 2 28 Treble 19 Troubleshooting 34 TV Features 1 Tilt Correction 30 V VCR code number 31, 32 Video menu 18
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