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    Connecting Additional4-E0q81u-i7p3m7-e2n2 t Trinitron® Color TV Operating Instructions KV-27FS13 KV-27FS17 KV-27FV17 KV-32FS13 KV-32FS17 © 2001 by Sony Corporation
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    User Guide
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    operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature screen for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. Continuously watching the same channel can cause the imprint of station logos onto the TV screen
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    the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster-cable company and/or program owner. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this manual and the rear of your TV. Trademarks and Copyrights ENERGY STAR® is a registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR
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    warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual. WARNING To guard This plug will only fit into a groundingtype power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician
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    consult your dealer or service technician. It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off. Installation Always use two or more people to lift or move the set. The set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat. Serious injury can
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    or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart
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    This is a safety feature. If you are electric light or and supporting structure SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H) Lightning For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time
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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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    the Video Menu 23 Using the Audio Menu 24 Using the Channel Setup Menu 26 Parental Control 28 Using the Parental Control Menu 31 Using the Timer Menu 34 Using the Setup menu 35 Using the Basic Menu 36 Other Information Programming the Remote Control 37 Troubleshooting 41 Specifications 44
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    User Guide
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    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 include:  FLAT CRT - New technologically advanced screen for optimal picture
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    receiver, stereo system or camcorder. Once you are connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on-screen menus.  The TV front and rear panels illustrated in this manual are for KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17, KV-32FS13, and KV-32FS17. The rear panel shown on page 13 is for
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    Connecting Your TV Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your TV 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
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    Operating Instructions Cable Box Connections Some cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channels. If you subscribe to that kind of cable service, use this connection. Scrambled signals coming in to the TV through the cable box cannot be viewed in
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    the cable box and direct cable inputs.  Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box, (see page 37).  To use the cable box to change your channels, set your TV to channel 3 or 4. Setting the Channel Fix feature will assure you don't accidentally switch the channels
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    VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your VCR). 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack IN on your TV.  For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound; the audio cables
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    . This set up allows you to use the remote control to: a) change channels through your cable box or VCR when you are receiving a scrambled signal, and b) change channels through your TV. This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled channels coming directly
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    feature by setting your TV to channel 3 or 4, (see page 27). Optional connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you can get better picture IN on your TV.  For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound; the audio
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    ), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound; the audio cables must still be connected.  You can use the receiver inputs. button to
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    Instructions TV, Satellite Receiver, and VCR Satellite antenna cable 1 4 VCR From cable/ antenna 2 Satellite Receiver 3 5 Rear of TV your VCR to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV. 4 Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  To view from the satellite receiver
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    camcorder, you can use an S VIDEO cable for optimum picture quality (KV-27FV17 only). Connecting a DVD Player Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. Rear of TV Rear of DVD player Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio
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    System Using Audio cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE2) on your stereo. Rear of TV AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) Line input  Set your stereo to the selected line input. See page 24 for additional audio setup instructions. 12
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    only You can connect two VCRs togethers to edit video tapes. You can also connect both VCRs to your TV to view the program being recorded. Rear of TV (KV-27FV17 only) VCR (for playback) 1 Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) VCR (for recording) 2 1 Using an Audio/Video cable (not
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    Operating Instructions Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions This section shows you how to use the more advanced buttons on the remote control and how to use the on-screen menus. 1 qs 2 qd 3 qf 4 qg 5 qh 6 qj qk 7 8 ql / w; 9 wz 0 ws qz 14
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    PIP feature, see page 18. qg TV/VIDEO Cycles through available video inputs. qh DISPLAY Press once to show current time, (if set) and channel number. Press again to turn DISPLAY off.  The remote control shown on page 14 (RM-Y181) is for KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, and KV-32FS17. Your remote control
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    Operating Instructions qj MTS/SAP qk 0 9 and ENTER ql GUIDE w; Cycles through the Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) options: Stereo, Mono, and Auto-SAP (Second Audio Programming). Change channels directly, and enter numerical values in on-screen displays. Brings up the custom guide of your satellite
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    Exit: [CH-] First please connect cable/antenna 2 Press the TV FUNCTION button. 3 Press on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform Auto Program, or press to exit.  The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program. To perform Auto Program
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    currently receiving sound Channel number of the main picture Main picture Channel number of the window picture Window picture Dual Tuner PIP KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, KV-32FS17 only These models are equipped with dual tuners. This means that PIP is "ready to use." Press to turn the PIP feature on
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    picture in your PIP window for each connected video equipment component. Make sure the connected equipment is turned on and working when you perform this test. 6 If the PIP feature does not work properly with the TV or the connected video equipment component, refer to the Troubleshooting
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    available in your on-screen menus: Menu Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Mode: Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp: Cool VM: High Allows you to Make adjustments to your picture settings. Move Select End MENU Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Change
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    Audio Channel Parent Timer Timer 1: Set Timer 2: Set Current Time Daylight Saving: OFF End MENU Setup Basic Set the clock on your TV and program scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer 2. Move --- --:--AM Select End MENU Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Caption Vision: OFF
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    F Operating Instructions Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV. To access a menu 1 Press to display the on-screen menu. 2 Use G or g to highlight the desired menu, then press . 3 Use the F or buttons to highlight the desired option, then press
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    To highlight To select Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Mode: Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp: Cool VM: High Move Select End MENU Mode Customized picture viewing  Press Vivid: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard: Select for
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    or mono reception. SRS: Produces a dynamic three-dimensional sound for stereo audio signals (KV-27FV17 only). Simulated: Add a surround-like effect to mono programs (KV-27FV17 only). Surround: Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs (KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17, KV-32FS13, KV-32FS17 only). 24
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    -SAP). Speaker Custom selection of audio output source ON: Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with or without a separate stereo system. OFF: Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV's sound only through external audio system speakers. Audio Out Use to control the
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    Press or F to move the cursor to the desired channel number and press .  After you close the menu, the PIP window picture appears so you can preview the favorite channel (KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, KV-32FS17 only). Cable ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable. OFF: Select
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    use the cable box's or VCR's remote control for channel selection. Video 1: TV. It will cycle through all available channels and program any receivable channels. Channel Skip/Add Use this feature to display the first call letter or number of the caption and press to select it. When finished, 
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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 familiar
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    Select End MENU X Adult audience only Unrated (U.S. models only) You have the option of blocking TV programs or MENU  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
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    Instructions English Ratings (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. Rating Defined as C Children C8+ G PG 14+ 18+ Children 8 years Move Select End MENU U.S.A. Ratings (Canadian models only) For programs from the United States, see
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    to enter new password Move Select End MENU In the Parental Control menu, you will be asked to set a 4-digit password for any further access into Parental Control. 1 Press , then use the 0 9 buttons to enter a 4-digit password.  Keep this instruction manual in a safe place. If you forget your
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    Using the Custom menu Before setting Custom ratings, see pages 28-30, "Overview of the Ratings," for a description of the available rating systems. Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings. See page 29 for U.S. models and page 30 for Canadian models for more information
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    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 program will temporarily turn Lock to OFF. To reactivate your Lock settings, turn the TV off then back on. The TV will return to the settings that you
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    Instructions Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer menu, refer to the following steps: To display To highlight To select Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Timer 1: Set Timer 2: Set Current Time Daylight Saving: OFF Move --- --:--AM Select End MENU Current Time With the menu
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    Select End MENU Caption Vision ClosedCaptioning Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption). Press F or f to select one of the following options: OFF: Turns off Caption Vision. CC1, 2, 3, 4: Displays printed dialogue and sound effects
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    -27FV17 only). Surround: Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs (KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17, KV-32FS13, KV-32FS17 only). Advanced Menu Select to return to the main menus.  If you use the button to close the Basic menu, only the Basic menu appears when you press again. To have access to
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    Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non-Sony video equipment. 1 Press . 2 Press 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 Broksonic Canon Citizen
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    332 314, 336, 337 314, 336, 338, 337 309, 308 312, 311 327, 328, 335, 331, 332 314, 330, 336, 337 331 Satellite receiver codes Sony General Electric Hitachi 801 (preset code for remote control 802 805 Hughes Panasonic RCA/PROSCAN Toshiba 804 803 802, 808 806, 807 DVD codes
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    this case, use the equipment's supplied remote control. Operating a VCR Press To Power on the VCR 09 Select channels directly Change channels or and at the same time Play video tape Stop Search forward or backward Pause Record Change between VCR and TV inputs Operating a DVD Press To Power
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    Operating Instructions Operating a Laser Disc Press To Power on the laser disc Search chapters forward or backward Play disc Stop Pause 40
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    Other Information Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. No picture, no sound Poor or no picture, good sound Good picture, no sound No color No signal Dotted lines or stripes Double images or
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    control does not operate Cannot change channels with the remote control The TV needs to be cleaned Lost password for Parental Control Cannot access other menus when using the Basic Menu The remote control won't work in PIP mode There is no window picture or it is just static  Make sure Cable is
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    channel. Try changing channels in either the main picture or the window picture (page 18).  Your TV may be set up to select all your channels through a cable box. The cable box will only unscramble one signal at a time, so you cannot use the PIP feature. If possible, run a direct cable to the VHF
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    Remote Control RM-Y180 (1) (KV-27FS13, KV-32FS13) RM-Y181 (1) (KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, KV-32FS17) Optional Accessories Connecting cables VMC-810S/820S, VMC-720M, YC-YC-15V/30V, RK74A U/V mixer EAC-66 TV Stand: SU-27FD4 (27 inch models) SU-32FD4 (32 inch models) KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17 Screen
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    .) Visible screen size: 32 inches (803 mm) measured diagonally Actual tube size: 34 inches (863.6 mm) measured diagonally 3 video, 3 audio 1 S VIDEO 1 Audio Out 1 RF input (KV-32FS13) 2 RF inputs (KV-32FS17) 1 Y, PB, PR, 1 audio 10 W x 2 195 W in use (KV-32FS13) 205 W (KV-32FS17) 1 W in standby 800
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    Operating Instructions Index 16:9 Enhanced 35 A Advanced Menu 36 Audio Menu 24 Audio Out 25 Auto Program 17, 27 Auto-SAP 25 B Balance 24 Basic Menu 36 Bass 24 Battery Installation 2 Brightness 23 C Cable 26 Caption Vision 35, 36 Channel Label 27 Channel Fix 27 Channel Setup Menu 26 Channel Skip/Add
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    37 R Remote Control 15 Ratings English Ratings 30 French Ratings 30 Movie Ratings 29 TV Ratings 28 Unrated 29 U.S.A. Ratings 30 S Setup Menu 35 Sharpness 23 SLEEP 15 Speaker 25 Specifications 44 Steady Sound 24 Stereo 25 T Timer Menu 34 Timer 1 and Timer 2 34 Treble 24 Troubleshooting 41 TV Features
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Connecting Additional Equipment
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Trinitron
Color TV
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Operating Instructions
KV-27FS13
KV-27FS17
KV-27FV17
KV-32FS13
KV-32FS17
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2001 by Sony Corporation