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Sony GRAND WEGA KF 42WE610 Operating Instructions Manual

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Printed in U.S.A.
If, after reading this instruction manual, you have additional
questions related to the use of your Sony projection TV,
please call one of the following numbers (English only).
Customers in the continental United States
contact the Direct Response Center at:
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
Customers in Canada contact the
Customer Relations Center at:
(416) 499-SONY (7669)
LCD Projection TV
HD-Monitor

Operating Instructions

KF-42WE610
KF-50WE610
KF-60WE610
2003 Sony Corporation
4-097-546-13 (2)

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    If, after reading this instruction manual, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony projection TV, please call one of the following numbers (English only). Customers in the continental United States contact the Direct Response Center at: Customers in Canada contact the Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the LCD Projection TV, below the Sony logo, on the sticker, and also on the TV box (white label). Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
  • Page 3 It is desirable to install the LCD Projection TV in a room where the floor and walls are not of a reflective material. As an ENERGY STAR Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR energy efficiency.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 5 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock. Always turn the set off when it is not being used. When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a...
  • Page 6 ❑ Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. ❑ Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.
  • Page 7 Servicing Do not attempt to service the set by yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician certifies in writing that he has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introducing the Sony LCD Projection Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV...9 Using This Manual...10 Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV...11 Replacing the Lamp ...13 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Contents ...17 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ...17 Carrying Your LCD Projection TV ...18...

  • Page 9: Introducing The Sony Lcd Projection Tv

    Introducing the Sony LCD Projection Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV Thank you for purchasing the Sony LCD Projection TV. This manual is for models KF-42WE610, KF-50WE610 and KF-60WE610. Features Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new LCD projection TV include: ❑...

  • Page 10: Using This Manual

    Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Using This Manual We recommend that you carefully review the contents of the following three sections in the order shown to ensure that you fully understand the operation of your new LCD projection TV.

  • Page 11: Enjoying Your Lcd Projection Tv

    (1 minute or less). When the projection lamp wears out, the screen image becomes dark. Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-2100U replacement lamp (not supplied). Be sure to attach the lamp cover securely; otherwise, your LCD projection TV will not turn on.
  • Page 12 Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Notes on the LCD To enjoy clear pictures ❑ Projection TV ❑ On moisture condensation ❑ When the LCD projection TV will not be used for a long period of time ❑ When turning off the power ❑...

  • Page 13: Replacing The Lamp

    ✍ Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV WARNING Use a Sony XL-2100U replacement lamp (not supplied) for replacement. Failure to do so may damage the LCD projection TV. Do not remove the lamp for any purpose other than replacement. Failure to do so may cause fire or a skin burn.
  • Page 14 Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Turn off the power switch on the LCD projection TV and after several minutes, unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue to blow for about two minutes after turning the power off.) ✍...
  • Page 15 Match the projection of the right side of the lamp cover with the hole of the unit, and replace the lamp cover as it was. Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Hold the handle and pull straight out.
  • Page 16 Press firmly. Mount the rear side panel and tighten the screws. ✍ Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-2100U replacement lamp. ✍ Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging the connecting cords. If you handle them roughly, the LCD projection TV may fall or be moved, and the TV stand or floor surfaces may be scratched.

  • Page 17: Installing And Connecting The Lcd Projection Tv

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Contents The box contains your new LCD projection TV, a remote control and two AA batteries. No peripheral cables are included. If you intend to add additional equipment to your LCD projection TV, please check the hookup instructions for your desired setup before you begin.

  • Page 18: Carrying Your Lcd Projection Tv

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Carrying Your LCD Projection TV Carrying the LCD projection TV requires at least two people. Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the LCD projection TV, otherwise these parts might break off. When moving the LCD projection TV, support the hole on the lower portion with one hand while grasping the top part with the other hand, as shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 19: To Prevent The Lcd Projection Tv From Falling Down

    To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling Down Pay special attention to children around the LCD projection TV. If children should climb onto or push the LCD projection TV or its stand, it may fall down. As a protective measure, secure the LCD projection TV as follows. Using the LCD projection TV stand with support belts ❑...

  • Page 20: Recommended Viewing Area

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Recommended Viewing Area The picture quality may be affected by your viewing position. For the best picture quality, install your LCD projection TV within the areas shown below. Sit at least 1.8 m (approx. 5.9 ft) for KF-42WE610, 2.0 m (approx. 6.6 ft.) for KF-50WE610 or 2.2 m (approx.

  • Page 21: Lcd Projection Tv Connectors

    LCD Projection TV Connectors LCD Projection TV How to open the front panel Front and Rear Side Connectors Item 1 MEMORY STICK 2 MEMORY STICK Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV To open OPEN OPEN Push up. Description Memory Stick insertion slot. For details, see “Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick”...
  • Page 22 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Rear of LCD projection TV Front left side of LCD projection TV VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEO L(MONO)–AUDIO–R S VIDEO...
  • Page 23 (VAR/FIX) video component. L (MONO)/R 6 CONTROL S To control other Sony equipment with the LCD projection IN/OUT TV's remote control, connect the CONTROL S IN jack of the equipment to the CONTROL S OUT jack on the LCD projection TV with the CONTROL S cable.

  • Page 24: Connector Types

    Audio (Left) - White Audio (Right) - Red Some DVD Players are equipped with the following three video connectors: CONTROL S cable CONTROL S connections are exclusive to Sony products and allow greater control of all Sony equipment. Plug Type Push into connection.

  • Page 25: Basic Connections (Connecting Cable Tv Or Antenna)

    Basic Connections (Connecting Cable TV or Antenna) Connecting Directly The connection you choose depends on the cable found in your home. Newer homes are equipped with standard coaxial cable (see A); older homes to Cable or an probably have 300-ohm twin lead cable (see B); other homes may contain Antenna both (see C).
  • Page 26 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Cable and Antenna If your cable provider does not feature local channels, you may find this set up convenient. Select CABLE or antenna (ANT) mode by pressing control. Cable Box Cable Box and Cable Connections This is the preferred basic cable TV hookup to use if: ❑...
  • Page 27 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Using a coaxial cable, connect the cable box’s OUT jack to the LCD projection TV’s AUX jack. Cable box 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) CATV cable (unscrambled channels) ✍ Pressing ANT on the remote control switches between the channels coming in through the cable box (scrambled) and those coming directly to the TV (unscrambled).
  • Page 28 TV’s VHF/UHF jack. Cable Cable box ✍ Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box (see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 86). ✍ To change channels using the cable box, set your LCD projection TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output.

  • Page 29: Connecting A Vcr And Cable

    Connecting a VCR and Cable Use this hookup if: ❑ Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Rear of LCD projection TV S VIDEO ✍ Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV You have cable TV that does not require a cable box. Connect the cable TV cable to the VCR’s IN jack.

  • Page 30: Connecting A Vcr And Cable Box

    You want to enjoy the Twin View feature. Use the LCD projection TV remote control to change channels on your cable box when the signal is scrambled. To program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box, see “Programming the Remote Control”...
  • Page 31 AUDIO-R (red) AUDIO-L (white) VIDEO (yellow) VC-810S/820S (not supplied) VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-L (white) S VIDEO AUDIO-R (red) Rear of LCD projection TV ✍ ✍ ✍ Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV S VIDEO If your VCR is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable.

  • Page 32: Connecting Two Vcrs For Tape Editing

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing If you connect two VCRs, you can record from one VCR to the other while using your LCD projection TV to monitor what is being recorded. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. VCR (playback) Using AUDIO and VIDEO cables, connect the playback VCR’s Audio and Video OUT jacks to the recording VCR’s Audio and Video IN...

  • Page 33: Connecting A Satellite Receiver

    Connecting a Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. ✍ Rear of LCD projection TV VIDEO (yellow) S VIDEO AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack.

  • Page 34: Connecting A Satellite Receiver With A Vcr

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Rear of LCD projection TV AUDIO-R S VIDEO (red) AUDIO-L (white) VIDEO (yellow) VC-810S/820S (not supplied) Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack.
  • Page 35 Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV ✍ Be sure your VCR’s video input is set correctly. Consult your VCR’s operating manual for instructions. ✍ Use TV/VIDEO to select - VIDEO 1 to watch satellite TV or the VCR (your VCR must be turned on). - VHF/UHF to watch cable TV.

  • Page 36: Connecting An Audio Receiver

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting an Audio Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Using audio cables, connect the LCD projection TV’s AUDIO OUT (VAR/ FIX) jacks to the audio receiver’s audio LINE IN jacks. Rear of LCD projection TV AUDIO-L (white) Line...

  • Page 37: Connecting A Dvd Player With Component Video Connectors

    Connecting a DVD Player with Component Video Connectors This is the preferred hookup to use if: ❑ Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. DVD player Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Your DVD player has component (Y, B-Y, R-Y) jacks. Using three separate component video cables, connect the DVD player’s Y, B-Y and R-Y jacks to the Y, P TV.

  • Page 38: Connecting A Dvd Player With A/V Connectors

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors Use this hookup if: ❑ Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. DVD player RK-C310/C320/C330 (not supplied) Your DVD player does not have component (Y, P ✍...

  • Page 39: Connecting A Digital Tv Receiver With Component Connectors

    Connecting a Digital TV Receiver with component connectors Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Digital TV Set-top box RK-C310/C320/C330 (not supplied) Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Be sure to read the Set-top box manual. Using three separate component video cables, connect the Digital TV Set-top box’s Y, P and P jacks to the LCD projection TV.

  • Page 40: Connecting A Digital Tv Receiver With Dvi-Hdtv Connector

    Installing and Connecting the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Digital TV Receiver with DVI-HDTV connector Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. DVI-D single link cable Digital TV Set-top box VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT (480i) (1080i/720p/480p) AUTHORIZED SERVICES ONLY OPTICAL AUDIO RGB OUT...

  • Page 41: Connecting A Camcorder

    Connecting a Camcorder For easy connection of the camcorder, the LCD projection TV has front Audio and Video inputs (shown below). However, if you prefer, you can also connect the camcorder to the LCD projection TV’s rear Audio and Video IN jacks.

  • Page 42: Using The Control S Feature

    Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your LCD projection TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control, the CONTROL S...

  • Page 43: Setting Up The Lcd Projection Tv Automatically

    Setting Up the LCD projection TV Automatically After you finish connecting your LCD projection TV, you can run Auto Setup to set up your channels. The Auto Setup screen appears when you turn your LCD projection TV on for the first time after installing it. If you do not want to set up the channels at this time, you can do it later by using the Auto Program feature in the Channel menu (see page 76).

  • Page 44: Using The Features

    Using the Features Using the Remote Control The following table describes the buttons on the remote control that are for more advanced functions. Button Descriptions VCR/ SAT/ POWER MUTING CABLE MODE DISPLAY PICTURE WIDE JUMP FAVORITES MENU SAT/ VCR/DVD CABLE FUNCTION TV/VIDEO FREEZE...
  • Page 45 MTS/SAP wh SLEEP Description Use for programming the remote control to operate non- Sony video equipment. For details, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 86. Press when in a menu to reset the settings to the factory defaults.

  • Page 46: Watching The Tv

    Using the Features Watching the TV Many TV features can be accessed directly through the remote control. The following will explain the function of some of the buttons found on your remote control. Buttons for LCD 1 FUNCTION TV Projection TV Press to have the remote control operate the TV.
  • Page 47 0 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the LCD projection TV displays the approximate time VCR/ SAT/ POWER MUTING CABLE in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that you want the LCD projection TV to MODE DISPLAY PICTURE WIDE remain on before shutting off automatically. Cancel by pressing SLEEP until “SLEEP OFF”...

  • Page 48: Watching Digital Tv

    Using the Features Watching Digital TV When you have connected the DTV receiver, you can enjoy digital TV programs. This LCD projection TV is capable of receiving the 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i digital TV formats. To view a digital TV program Connect the DTV receiver to DVI-HDTV IN 7, HD/DVD IN 5 or 6 on the LCD projection TV (for details, see page 39).

  • Page 49: Using Favorite Channels

    Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channel feature lets you select programs from a list of favorite channels that you preset. Creating a List of Favorite Channels Displaying a List of Favorite Channels ✍ Press MENU to display the Menu. Press B or b to highlight the Channel icon and press Press to select Favorite Channels.

  • Page 50: Using Twin View

    Using the Features Using Twin View™ Twin View enables you to watch two programs at the same time. You can also change the size of both the left and right pictures. Activating Twin Pictures Activating the Although two pictures appear on the screen at the same time, only one picture is active.
  • Page 51 ✍ Hookups that affect your ability to use Twin View: - If you are viewing all channels through the cable box, the Twin View feature will not work. The cable box only unscrambles one signal at a time, so the right picture will be the same as the left picture.
  • Page 52 Using the Features Changing the The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures. Picture Size To enlarge the left picture (reduce the right) Press B to activate the left picture (if not already activated). Press V to enlarge the picture and v to...

  • Page 53: Using The Freeze Function

    Using the Freeze Function You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc. To use the Freeze function Current program ✍ button allows you to temporarily capture a program’s picture. FREEZE When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press FREEZE The LCD projection TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the “frozen”...

  • Page 54: Using Wide Screen Mode

    Using the Features Using Wide Screen Mode Wide Screen Mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several Wide Screen Modes (16:9 aspect ratio). ❑ Press WIDE MODE repeatedly to toggle through the following Screen Mode settings. You can also access the Screen Mode settings in the Screen menu. For details, see page 74.

  • Page 55: Using The Memory Stick Viewer

    * Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly. "Memory Stick", "Memory Stick PRO", “Memory Stick Duo” and " are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. JPEG images taken with Sony digital cameras MPEG1* movies taken with digital cameras and camcorders "...
  • Page 56 Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Directory and Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still File Names images using DCF compliant directory and file names, or record movies using the directory and file names as shown in the following examples:...

  • Page 57: Inserting And Removing A Memory Stick

    Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick ✍ To remove a Memory Stick Locate the Memory Stick slot (see page 21) and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot as illustrated below. When inserted properly, it should slide in with little resistance and click into place.

  • Page 58: Displaying The Memory Stick Home (Memory Stick Index)

    Using the Memory Stick Viewer Displaying the Memory Stick Home (Memory Stick Index) Turn on the your LCD projection TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view. For details on inserting a Memory Stick, see “To insert a Memory Stick”...
  • Page 59 Highlighted thumbnail Memory Stick Home Memory Stick Slide Show menus Options Filter : Still Select Folder Digi. Cam. Mode Digi. Cam. Mode (Digital Camera Mode) indication Thumbnails of still images and movies Move : Select : Information on the highlighted image or movie About the Icons on the Thumbnail Images (Movie) Indicates the thumbnail is a movie (MPEG1) file.

  • Page 60: Using The Memory Stick Home

    Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Home To Do This … Select the thumbnails Move the highlight to an image or movie thumbnail Display the previous or next page of thumbnails Display the Index menu of the highlighted image or movie file to access additional options Move the highlight to the...
  • Page 61 Movie Index Menu Memory Stick Home Slide Show Options Filter : Still Movie Player Select Folder Slide Show Digi. Cam. Mode Delete Close No : 124/1234 File : 100MSDCF/BASEBALL.MPG Size : 320x240 Date : MAY/31/2003 1:08PM Move : Back : Select : Option Description...

  • Page 62: Viewing Still Images

    Using the Memory Stick Viewer Viewing Still Images When you select Full Screen from the Still image index menu and press To Do This … Display the next or previous file on the Memory Stick Access additional options Exit Memory Stick Viewer Image Setup Menu To access the Image setup menu Options...

  • Page 63: Playing Movies

    Option Return Information Protect Rotate Delete Playing Movies When you select Movie Player from the Movie index menu, it displays as shown below. To Do This … Play (or pause) the movie. Display the previous file on the Memory Stick Description Displays the Memory Stick Home.
  • Page 64 Using the Memory Stick Viewer To Do This … Display the next file on the Memory Stick Stop playback. Display the movie full screen Display the Movie setup menu to access additional options Displays the Memory Stick Home. Movie Setup Menu To access the Movie setup menu Options Do This …...

  • Page 65: Memory Stick Home Menu Options

    Option Information Audio Select Protect Delete Memory Stick Home Menu Options The Memory Stick Home lets you select the Slide Show, Options and Select Folder menus that include additional options for each menu. To access the Memory Stick Home menu Slide Show Menu The Slide Show menu includes the following menu options.
  • Page 66 Description Displays only JPEG and MPEG1 files defined by the DCF rules and JPEG and MPEG1 files recorded on a Sony digital still camera or digital video camera. Displays all folders within the directories. JPEG and MPEG1 files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming rules.
  • Page 67 Using Select Folder Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer when you set Digi. Cam. Mode to Off. Menu Current folder Memory Stick Home Slide Show Digi.Camera Mode Options Filter : Still Select Folder Close No : Size :...

  • Page 68: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Overview Opening and choosing a menu VCR/ SAT/ POWER MUTING CABLE MODE DISPLAY PICTURE WIDE JUMP FAVORITES MENU To end a menu session ❑ To end one menu session and move to another ❑ SAT/ VCR/DVD CABLE FUNCTION The menu gives you access to the following features: Menu Icon Description...

  • Page 69: Using The Video Menu

    Using the Video Menu To select the Video Menu To restore the factory default settings for Picture, Brightness, Color, Hue, Sharpness and Color Temp ❑ Selecting Video The Video menu includes the following options. Options Option Mode Customized picture viewing Press MENU Press B or b to highlight the...
  • Page 70 Using the Menus Option Picture Brightness Color Sharpness Color Temp White intensity adjustment Noise Reduction Mild Mode Advanced Video Description Adjust to increase picture contrast and deepen the color or decrease picture contrast and soften the color. Adjust to brighten or darken the picture. Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity.
  • Page 71 Option Description Advanced Palette Video Allows you to customize the level of detail (Continued) (Reality) and smoothness (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 optimize your DVD player's picture.

  • Page 72: Using The Audio Menu

    Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio Menu To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass and Balance ❑ Selecting Audio The Audio menu includes the following options: Options Option Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound Effect Enjoy stereo, bilingual and...
  • Page 73 Option Description Speaker Select to turn on the LCD projection TV speakers. Select to turn off the LCD projection TV speakers and listen to the LCD projection TV's sound only through your external audio system speakers. Audio Out Variable The LCD projection TV’s speakers are turned off, Easy control but the volume output from your audio system can of volume...

  • Page 74: Using The Screen Menu

    Using the Menus Using the Screen Menu To select the Screen menu Selecting Screen The Screen menu includes the following options: Options Option Wide Mode Select a Screen Mode to use for 4:3 sources. Press MENU Press B or b to highlight the Screen icon and press Use the arrow button to scroll...
  • Page 75 Option Description 4:3 Default Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture, to fill the 16:9 screen, keeping the original image as much as Select the default possible. Screen Mode to use for 4:3 Normal Select to return the 4:3 picture to normal sources.

  • Page 76: Using The Channel Menu

    Using the Menus Using the Channel Menu To select the Channel Menu Selecting Channel The Channel menu includes the following options: Options Option Favorite Channels Cable Channel Fix Useful when you have a cable box or satellite receiver connected Auto Program Press MENU Press B or b to highlight the...
  • Page 77 Option Description Channel Removes and adds viewable channels. Skip/Add Use the arrow button to scroll through the channels until you find the channel you want to skip/add. Press Press V or v to toggle between “Add” and “Skip.” Press Channels that you set to be skipped can be accessed only with the 0-9 buttons.

  • Page 78: Using The Parent Menu

    Using the Menus Using the Parent Menu The Parent Menu allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. To select the Parent Menu Selecting Parent The Parent Menu includes the following options: Options Option Parental Lock...

  • Page 79: Viewing Blocked Programs

    Option Change Password Select Country To deactivate the Parental Control feature ❑ To change the password Viewing Blocked You can view a blocked program by entering the password. Programs Description If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Young Adult to help simplify the rating selection.

  • Page 80: Selecting Custom Rating Options

    Using the Menus Selecting Custom US custom rating options Rating Options If you selected U.S.A. as the country of residence on page 79, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. (If you selected Canada, see page 81.) Option Movie Rating TV Rating Block programs by their rating,...
  • Page 81 Canadian custom rating options If you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 79, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. (If you selected U.S.A., see page 80.) Option Description English Rating All children. Children 8 years and older. General programming.

  • Page 82: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the Menus Using the Setup Menu To select the Setup Menu Selecting The Setup menu includes the following options: Setup Options Option Caption Vision Press MENU Press B or b to highlight the Setup icon and press Use the arrow button to scroll through the features.
  • Page 83 Option Description Video Label Allows you to label the audio/video components you connected to the LCD projection TV so you can identify them when using TV/VIDEO. When in the Setup menu’s Video Label feature, press V or v to highlight an input to label, then press select it.
  • Page 84 Using the Menus Option Clock/Timers Description Lets you set the clock on your TV and allows you to program your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers. Sleep Allows you to select the time in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off automatically.
  • Page 85 Option Description Image Shift Corrects the Image on your LCD projection TV. Before adjusting After adjusting Auto: (Factory setting) Automatically corrects double images. Level 1-4 (manual): Select the value with which double images are improved. High Altitude Using the Menus Set to use the unit at an altitude of 1,500 m (4921 ft.) or higher.

  • Page 86: Other Information

    If you enter a new code number, the code number you previously entered at that setting is erased. In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate your component with the Sony remote control. In this case, use the component’s own remote control unit. Programmable Code...
  • Page 87 Other Information Manufacturer’s Codes VCRs Manufacturer Code Sony Admiral (M. Ward) Aiwa 338, 344 Audio Dynamic 314, 337 Broksonic 319, 317 Canon 309, 308 Citizen Craig 302, 332 Criterion Curtis Mathes 304, 338, 309 Daewoo 341, 312, 309 314, 336, 337...

  • Page 88: Operating Other Components With Your Lcd Projection Tv Remote Control

    Other Information Operating Other Components with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control Operating a VCR Press FUNCTION VCR/DVD. To Do This ... Turn on/off Change channels Record Play Stop Fast forward Rewind the tape Pause Search the picture forward or backward Operating a DVD Press FUNCTION VCR/DVD.

  • Page 89: Operating A Cable Box

    Operating a Cable Press FUNCTION SAT/CABLE. To Do This ... Turn on/off Select Cable Box Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Operating a Satellite Press FUNCTION SAT/CABLE. Receiver To Do This ... Turn on/off Select Satellite Receiver Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel...

  • Page 90: Notes On Using Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro Media

    Other Information Notes on Using Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO Media Memory Stick, When using Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO media, follow these Memory Stick PRO precautions: Precautions ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 indicator light being on).

  • Page 91: Notes On Using Memory Stick Duo

    Notes on Using Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Duo is a new, compact version of the standard-sized Memory Stick recording medium. You can use a Memory Stick Duo on your LCD projection TV by inserting a Memory Stick Duo into an adapter before inserting it into the TV.

  • Page 92: Contacting Sony

    Contacting Sony If, after reading 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).

  • Page 93: Remote Control

    There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to operate. 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.
  • Page 94 78.). If your LCD projection TV’s power is on, and LAMP (red) indication is flashing, the lamp for the light source burns out. Replace it with new Sony XL-2100U replacement lamp (see page 13). Try another channel; it could be station trouble.
  • Page 95 Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Dark, poor or no picture ❏ (screen lit), good sound ❏ ❏ No color ❏ Only snow and noise appear on ❏ the screen ❏ ❏ ❏ Dotted lines or stripes ❏ ❏ Double images ❏ ❏...
  • Page 96 Other Information Audio Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Good picture, no sound ❏ ❏ Audio noise ❏ Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box ❏ Sound seems weak or insufficient ❏ Cannot raise the volume on external speakers ❏ Channels Problem Possible Remedies...
  • Page 97 General Problem Possible Remedies ❏ How to restore Video settings to factory settings ❏ How to restore Audio settings to factory settings ❏ Cannot cycle through the other video equipment connected to the TV ❏ Cannot operate Menu ❏ Lost password ❏...

  • Page 98: Flashing Indicators On The Front Of The Monitor

    The POWER/STANDBY indicator flashes three times. ❑ The LAMP indicator flashes. ❑ If the LCD projection TV is not recovered after correcting the problems, contact with qualified Sony personnel. KF-42WE610 POWER/STANDBY TIMER LAMP The lamp for the light source is ready to turn on.

  • Page 99: Specifications

    Specifications Projection System LCD Panel Projection Lens Antenna Lamp Television System Screen Size (measured diagonally) Channel Coverage CATV Power Requirements Number of Inputs/Outputs DVI-HDTV Video (IN) S Video (IN) Audio (IN) AUDIO (VAR/FIX) CONTROL S (IN/OUT) Component Video Input RF Inputs Converter Speaker Output Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 100 Other Information Supplied Accessories Remote Control AA Batteries Cleaning Cloth Optional Accessories TV Stand Lamp AV Cable Control S Cable Component Video Cable AV Receiver Memory Stick media Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. RM-Y913 2 supplied for remote control SU-GW1 (for KF-50/60WE610), SU-GW2 (for KF-42WE610) XL-2100U VC-810S/820S/830S...
  • Page 101 Index Activating a Twin View screen Adding channels to the channel list Adjusting audio, Steady Sound ANT button Antenna, connecting Audio menu Audio receiver, connecting Audio/Video cable Auto Program (channel setup) Auto Setup Balance, adjusting Bass, adjusting Batteries, inserting in remote Bilingual audio BN Smoother Brightness, adjusting...
  • Page 102 Image Shift Inputs, labeling Installation of the projection TV JUMP button Jump, using Label Channels 77 video inputs 83 – Lamp, replacing Memory Stick Advance 65 Audio Select 65 Close 61 Delete 61 Digi. Cam. Mode 66 File 66 Full Screen 61 Home Menu 65 Index Menu 60 Information 63...
  • Page 103 Steady Sound adjusting 72 Still Images Surround sound Timer set current 84 Timer menu Timer setting Treble, adjusting Troubleshooting TV/VIDEO button Twin View™ activating a picture 50 using 50 using with TV remote control 88 with cable box, connecting 30 with cable, connecting 29 with satellite receiver, connecting 34 Video inputs, labeling...

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