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Sony Trinitron KV-XA25 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 2 WARNING • Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV. • TV operating voltage: 220 – 240 V AC. For your own safety, do not touch any part of the TV, the power cord and the antenna cable during lightning storms. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Using Your New TV Getting Started ... 4 Step 1: Connect the antenna ... 4 Step 2: Insert the batteries into the remote ... 5 Step 3: Preset the channels automatically ... 5 Connecting optional components ... 6 Securing the TV ...

  • Page 4: Using Your New Tv

    Using Your New TV Getting Started CAUTION • Do not plug in the power cord until you have completed making all other connections; otherwise a minimum leakage current might flow through the antenna and other terminals to ground. • To avoid battery leakage and damage to the remote, remove the batteries from the remote if you are not going to use it for several days.

  • Page 5: Step 2: Insert The Batteries Into The Remote

    Notes • If you connect a monaural VCR, connect the yellow plug to jack) and the black plug to • If you connect a VCR to the 8 (antenna) terminal, preset the signal output from the VCR to the program number 0 on the TV. •...

  • Page 6: Connecting Optional Components

    Connecting optional components You can connect optional audio/video components, such as a VCR, multi disc player, DVD, camcorder, video game or stereo system. To watch the video input of the connected equipment, press t (see page 10). Connecting a camcorder/video game equipment using the t (video input) jacks Front of TV (S video...
  • Page 7 Connecting a DVD player using the t (video input) jacks DVD player LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L VIDEO Audio/Video cable (not supplied) Connecting a DVD player using the input) jacks 1 Connect R and L under AUDIO R and L output connectors on your DVD player. 2 Using a component video cable, connect Y, C input) on your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y, C connectors on your DVD player.

  • Page 8: Securing The Tv

    Securing the TV To prevent the TV from falling, secure the TV using one of the following methods: With the supplied screws, attach the band to the TV stand and to the rear of the TV using the provided hole. Put the cord or chain through the clamps to secure the TV against a wall or pillar.

  • Page 9: Watching The Tv

    Watching the TV This section explains various functions and operations available while watching the TV. Most operations can be done using the remote. L(MONO) ENTER SELECT MENU PROGR AUTO PROGR ENTER SELECT AUTO MENU PROGR PROGR Press ! to turn on the TV. When the TV is in the standby mode (the 1 indicator on the TV is lit...

  • Page 10: Changing The Menu Language

    Watching the TV (continued) Additional tasks Turn off temporarily Turn off completely Adjust the volume Mute the sound Watch the video input (VCR, camcorder, etc.) Jump back to the previous program number Display the on-screen information* * The picture, sound, and either the program number or video input are displayed.

  • Page 11: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the Wake Up timer Press until the desired period of time appears. The Wake Up timer starts immediately after you have set it. Select the program number or video input you want to display when you wake up. Press 1 or set the Sleep timer if you want the TV to turn off automatically. indicator on the TV lights up orange.

  • Page 12: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Selecting the picture and sound modes You can select picture and sound modes and adjust the setting to your preference in “PERSONAL” option. Selecting the picture mode Press PIC MODE repeatedly until you get the desired picture mode. Select “DYNAMIC”...

  • Page 13: Viewing Your Favorite Channels

    Viewing your favorite channels You can display and select six of your favorite channels directly from your TV screen. Press FAVORITE. Press the number button from 1 to 6 to select the desired favorite channel. • To program your favorite channels, see Adjusting each program number settings (PROGRAM SETUP) on page 26.

  • Page 14: Listening With Surround Sound

    Listening with surround sound The surround feature enables you to enjoy the sound effects of a concert hall or movie theater. Press SURROUND repeatedly until you receive the desired surround sound. Select “TruSurround” “OFF” • You can also select the surround option using the menu (see Changing the “SOUND”...

  • Page 15: Enjoying Stereo Or Bilingual Programs (Kv-Xa29M61/Xa25M61 Only)

    Enjoying stereo or bilingual programs (KV-XA29M61/XA25M61 only) You can enjoy stereo sound or bilingual programs of NICAM and A2 stereo systems. L(MONO) ENTER SELECT MENU AUTO PROGR PROGR Press A/B repeatedly until you receive the sound you want. The on-screen display changes to show the selected sound.
  • Page 16 Enjoying stereo or bilingual programs (continued) When receiving an A2 program Broadcasting A2 stereo A2 bilingual Receiving area for NICAM and A2 programs System NICAM Notes • If the signal is very weak, the sound becomes monaural automatically. • If the stereo sound is noisy when receiving a NICAM program, select “MONO”.

  • Page 17: Viewing Teletext (Kv-Xa29M61/Xa25M61 Only)

    Viewing Teletext (KV-XA29M61/XA25M61 only) TV stations broadcast an information service called Teletext via some TV channels. Teletext allows you to receive various information, such as shares market or news. Displaying Teletext Select a TV channel that carries the Teletext broadcast you want to watch. Press to display the text.
  • Page 18 Viewing Teletext (continued) Additional Teletext tasks display a Teletext page on the TV picture check the contents of a Teletext service select a Teletext page hold (pause) a Teletext display reveal concealed information (e.g., an answer to a quiz) enlarge the Teletext display wait for a Teletext page while watching a TV program * You can also select a Teletext page that appears in the colored columns at...

  • Page 19: Introducing The Menu System

    “MANUAL PROGRAM” “TV SYS” The BBE is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from BBE Sound, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent No. 4,638,258 and No. 4,482,866. The word “BBE” and the BBE symbol are the trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
  • Page 20 Introducing the menu system (continued) How to use the menu You can use the buttons on the remote and on the TV as well to display the menu and adjust the settings. Press MENU to display the menu. Press + or – to select the desired item.

  • Page 21: Changing The "Picture" Setting

    Changing the “PICTURE” setting The “PICTURE” menu allows you to change the picture settings. Press MENU. Make sure the “PICTURE” icon ( ) is selected, then press ENTER. Press + or – to select the desired item (e.g., “PICTURE MODE”), then press ENTER.
  • Page 22 Changing the “PICTURE setting” (continued) Adjusting the “ADJUST” items under “PICTURE MODE” Press + or – to select the desired item (e.g., “COLOR”), then press ENTER. Adjust the value according to the following table, then press ENTER. Press – to “PICTURE”...

  • Page 23: Changing The "Sound" Setting

    Changing the “SOUND” setting The “SOUND” menu allows you to change the sound settings. Press MENU. Press + or – to select the “SOUND” icon ( ), then press ENTER. Press + or – to select the desired item (e.g., “SOUND MODE”), then press ENTER.
  • Page 24 Changing the “SOUND” setting (continued) Adjusting the “ADJUST” items under “SOUND MODE” Press + or – to select the desired item (e.g., ”BALANCE“), then press ENTER. Adjust the value according to the following table, then press ENTER. Press – to “BASS”...
  • Page 25 Changing the “SETUP” setting The “SETUP” menu allows you to change the menu language, adjust the picture position, adjust the program number setting and select color system. Press MENU. Press + or – to select “SETUP” icon ( then press ENTER. Press + or –...
  • Page 26 Changing the “SETUP” setting (continued) Adjusting each program number settings (PROGRAM SETUP) Select “PROGRAM SETUP” from the “SETUP” menu. Select “PR” and press ENTER. Press + or – to select the desired program number you want to adjust, then press ENTER.

  • Page 27: ("Ch Preset") Setting

    Changing the Channel Preset (“CH PRESET”) setting The “CH PRESET” menu allows you to adjust the setup of your TV. For example, you can receive a channel with a weak signal that fails to be tuned in by automatic presetting. Press MENU.

  • Page 28: Presetting Channels Manually

    Changing the Channel Preset (“CH PRESET”) setting (continued) Presetting channels manually After selecting “MANUAL PROGRAM”, select the program number to which you want to preset a channel. (1) Make sure “PR” is selected , then press ENTER. (2) Press + or – until the program number you want to preset (e.g., program number “10”)
  • Page 29 If you are not satisfied with the picture and sound quality, you may improve them by using fine tuning. (1) Press + or – to select “FINE”, then press ENTER. (2) Press + or – to select “MANUAL”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 30: Additional Information

    Count the number of times the 1 indicator flashes. Press ! (main power) to turn off your TV. Inform your nearest Sony service center about the number of times the 1 indicator flashes. Be sure to note the model name and serial number located on the rear of your TV.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you find any problem while viewing your TV, please check the following guide. If any problem persists, contact your Sony dealer . Symptom Possible cause Snowy picture • Connection is loose or the cable is damaged. • Channel presetting is inappropriate or incomplete.
  • Page 32 • Do not use a hair dryer or other equipment near the TV. • Adjust the antenna direction for minimum interference. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. • Use a highly directional antenna. • Use the fine tuning (“FINE”) function.
  • Page 33 TV. • Display the “SETUP” menu and adjust “PIC ROTATION” until the picture position is optimal. • Use the fine tuning (“FINE”) function. • Contact your nearest Sony service center. — — Additional Information Page –...

  • Page 34: Adjusting Your Setup (Menu) Troubleshooting Shortcuts

    Troubleshooting Shortcuts For better viewing, please check the following connections. Antenna connection Wall antenna terminal Check the antenna type. Wrong type of antenna may cause: • No picture • Snowy picture Additional Information Check the antenna direction. Incorrect antenna direction may cause: •...
  • Page 35 (KV-XA29M61/ XA25M61 only) • Missing • Double image Teletext picture characters P166 SECTEXT FR1 MAR Fom Singapore Dep/Arr To PARIS 220/0588 2130/1225 2115/1330 To OSAKA 1000/1715 0930/2015 2130/0745 To ROMA 2300/0915 2210/0610 To SYDNEY 2100/0835 Connection to TV Check connection on the VCR and on the TV.

  • Page 36: Overview Of Controls

    Overview of controls TV front panel L (MONO) Button AUTO PROGR PROGR +/– 2 +/– (KV-XA29M61/XA25M61 only) Menu operations MENU SELECT ENTER Additional Information L(MONO) ENTER SELECT MENU AUTO PROGR PROGR ENTER SELECT AUTO MENU PROGR Function Preset channels automatically. Turn off completely or turn on the TV.

  • Page 37: Remote Control

    Remote control -/-- SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE MENU PIC MODE ENTER Names/symbols of buttons on the remote are indicated in different colors to represent the available functions. Label color Button function White For general TV operations For Teletext Green operations Button Turn off temporarily or turn on the TV.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Tube size (cm) Screen size (cm) Dimensions (w/h/d, mm) Mass (kg) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony Corporation Additional Information KV-XA25M61 KV-XA25M50 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Indicated on the rear of the TV B/G, I, D/K, M PAL, PAL 60, SECAM, NTSC4.43, NTSC3.58...

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