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Sony Trinitron KD-32DX100U Operating Instructions Manual

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4-206-496-62
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420649662
Trinitron Digital TV
GB
Operating Instructions
KD-32DX100 U
© 2001 by Sony Corporation Printed in UK

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  • Page 1 4-206-496-62 420649662 Trinitron Digital TV Operating Instructions KD-32DX100 U © 2001 by Sony Corporation Printed in UK...

  • Page 2: Notice For Customers In The United Kingdom

    Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service centre. How to replace the Fuse Open the fuse compartment with a flat blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.
  • Page 4 Safety Information This set is to operate on a 220-240V AC supply only. Take care not to connect too many appliances to the same power socket as this could result in fire or electric shock. Do not open the cabinet and the rear cover of the TV.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for choosing this Sony Trinitron Digital Television. Before operating this TV, please read this instruction manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Throughout this instruction manual you will notice illustrations of the remote control with certain buttons shaded white.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started Follow steps 1 - 6 to install the TV and view TV programmes. 1. Checking the accessories supplied VIDEO DIGITAL Remote control 2. Inserting batteries into the remote control Always remember to: • • Getting Started observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries, dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.

  • Page 7: Connecting An Aerial And A Vcr

    3. Connecting an aerial and a VCR Connecting an aerial only RF Loopthrough cable (supplied) Connecting an aerial and a VCR Scart lead (not supplied) Rear of VCR 4. Switching on the TV 1 Connect your existing aerial lead to the Digital socket marked 2 Connect the supplied RF loopthrough cable from the sockets marked...

  • Page 8: Automatically Tuning The Tv

    Getting Started 5. Automatically tuning the TV 1. When you switch on the TV for the first time the Language/Country VIDEO menu appears on the TV screen with the word ‘English’ highlighted. Press the V or v buttons on the remote control to choose your DIGITAL required language.

  • Page 9: Basic Operation

    Media Select button VCR/TV/DVD This remote can also operate Sony DVDs and most Sony VCRs. Press this button to select which type of equipment you want to use. A green light is lit momentarily to show which one you have selected.

  • Page 10: Overview Of The Tv Buttons

    Basic Operation Overview of the TV buttons Accessing the control panel The TV buttons can be found on the front control panel. Push up on the control panel (as shown). Note: For information on the front panel connectors, please refer to the Basic Operation ‘Connecting additional equipment’...

  • Page 11: Selecting Digital Or Analogue Mode

    Selecting Digital or analogue mode Press the DIGITAL/ check if you are watching a Digital or analogue mode press the PROG +/- button. If you are watching a digital programme a banner will appear momentarily at the top of the screen. The Programme Index table The ‘Programme Index table’...

  • Page 12: Favourite Programmes

    Basic Operation The Category pop-up list The ‘Category pop-up list’ allows you to quickly search for a programme by choosing from different categories of programmes. 1. With the ‘Channel Index menu’ on screen, press the YELLOW button to display the ‘Category pop-up list’.

  • Page 13: Watching Widescreen Programmes

    Watching Widescreen programmes The pictures that the TV receives may be transmitted by the broadcaster in more than one format (e.g. conventional 4:3 format, 16:9 widescreen format). You can alter the TV screen format manually to suit the broadcast you are watching. Press the you require appears.

  • Page 14: Viewing Digital Teletext

    Basic Operation Viewing Digital Teletext Many broadcasters now provide a Digital Teletext service in the form of a dedicated Teletext channel. This Digital service includes high quality text and graphics along with advanced navigation options. The appearance, content and navigation methods of all Digital Text services are decided by the broadcaster.

  • Page 15: Teletext (Analogue)

    Teletext (Analogue) Most analogue TV channels broadcast a Teletext service. The index page (usually page 100) provides information on how to use the service. Please ensure you are receiving a good signal, or some Teletext errors may occur. Switching Teletext on and off VIDEO DIGITAL 1.

  • Page 16: The Teletext Menu

    Basic Operation The Teletext menu The ‘Teletext’ menu gives you access to more analogue Teletext features. 1. If the TV is not already in analogue mode, press the DIGITAL/ Select the analogue TV channel which carries the Teletext service you want to view. VIDEO 2.

  • Page 17: The Digital Epg Menu

    The Digital EPG menu The EPG menu (Electronic Programme Guide) provides you with a quick and easy way to:- a) View a complete list of the programmes available. b) Obtain a preview of the programmes currently being broadcast. c) Reduce the size of the list by selecting a category of programme, e.g. Sports or Movies. d) Record programmes.

  • Page 18: To Select A Programme For Recording Or Timed Display

    Basic Operation To select a programme for recording or timed display 1. With the EPG menu on screen, press the V, v, B or b buttons to highlight a programme in the EPG menu that you wish to record, then press the OK button. The Timer screen appears. 2.

  • Page 19: The Digital Info Display

    The Digital INFO display This menu gives you information on the programmes currently being shown as well as those programmes showing next. 1. With the TV in Digital mode, press the display’ screen. VIDEO DIGITAL 2. Press the b button to obtain a brief description of the next programme in the schedule. If the programme box is blank, there is no information currently available.

  • Page 20: Advanced Operation

    Advanced Operation The Main Menu The ‘Main Menu’ contains several features that will allow you to customise the Digital side of your TV. The ‘Main Menu’ is only available when watching Digital channels. Favourite programme This feature allows you to store your favourite channels in a list for quick access. 1.

  • Page 21: Parental Control

    Parental Control This feature allows you to set an age limit for programmes on the TV. If any films or programmes classed above the age limit you have set are broadcast, you will be requested to enter your PIN code before viewing is allowed.
  • Page 22 Advanced Operation Detail Set-up The ‘Detail Set-up’ menu allows you to further customise your TV with the following features: Manual Tuning This feature allows you to select a channel number from the displayed list and change the digital services of that channel. 1.

  • Page 23: Software Download

    Software Download Periodically Sony issues updates for the software that controls your TV. This feature allows you to automatically receive updates through your existing aerial. 1. Press the button to display the ‘Main Menu’. 2. Press the V or v button to highlight ‘Detail Set-up’ then press the OK button to display the ‘Detail Set-up’...
  • Page 24 Advanced Operation CAM Set-up This feature allows you to access a pay per view service once you have obtained a Conditional Access Module (CAM) and a viewing card. Please contact your nearest pay-per-view supplier for details. 1. Switch off the TV and unplug from the mains. VIDEO 2.

  • Page 25: The Tv Menu System

    The TV menu system This TV contains a menu system which is based on a series of user friendly on-screen displays. These displays will help you to get the most from your TV, helping you to change the picture settings, sound settings and change the order of the TV channels.

  • Page 26: The Audio Adjustment Menu

    The ‘BBE High Definition Sound System’ 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 trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

  • Page 27: The Features Menu

    The Features menu 1. Press the MENU button to display the main menu. 2. Press the v button to highlight the VIDEO DIGITAL 3. ‘Auto Format’ is highlighted. Press the v or V button to highlight the feature you require then press the b button to confirm.

  • Page 28: The Set Up Menu

    Advanced Operation The Set Up menu The ‘Set Up’ menu contains many features that enable you to customise your TV. The following pages explain all of the features contained in the ‘Set Up’ menu. Auto Tuning All the available channels were tuned in when you first installed the TV. This feature allows you to repeat that process (e.g.
  • Page 29 AV Preset This feature allows you to assign a name to any equipment you connect to the sockets of this TV. These names will be displayed briefly on screen when the equipment is selected. 1. Press the MENU button to display the main menu. Press the v or V button to highlight the symbol, then press the b button to enter the ‘Set Up’...

  • Page 30: Manual Programme Preset

    Advanced Operation Manual Programme Preset This feature allows you to tune manually tune analogue channels. 1. With the TV in analogue mode, press the MENU button to display the main menu. Press the v or V button to highlight the 2.
  • Page 31 Skipping a channel This feature allows you to skip unused analogue channel positions when selecting channels with the PROG +/- buttons. However, you can still select a skipped channel by using the numbered buttons on the remote control. 1. Access the ‘Manual Programme Preset’ menu. (For more details refer to Steps 1-3, Manual Programme Preset, on previous page.) 2.

  • Page 32: Picture Rotation

    Advanced Operation RGB Set Up This feature allows you to adjust the horizontal picture position of RGB equipment connected to the AV1 scart socket (e.g. PlayStation). 1. Press the the TV screen. 2. Press the MENU button to display the main menu. Press the v or V button to highlight the DIGITAL symbol, then press the b button to enter the ‘Set Up’...
  • Page 33 Personal ID This feature allows you to enter a code which could help to trace you should the TV be stolen and recovered. This code can only be entered once - please make a note of it and keep it safe. 1.

  • Page 34: Additional Information

    Additional Information Connecting additional equipment The following instruction explain how to connect a wide range of audio and video equipment to the rear of the TV. Rear of TV PlayStation 1. Connect your equipment as shown in the above illustration. VIDEO 2.

  • Page 35: Connecting Headphones

    Connecting additional equipment The following instructions explain how to connect equipment such as camcorders to the front control panel of the TV. 1. Connect your equipment as shown in the above illustration. VIDEO 2. Press the DIGITAL on the TV screen (see table below). On screen symbol 3.

  • Page 36: Remote Control Of Connected Equipment

    Additional Information Remote control of connected equipment This remote control can operate not only Sony DVDs and VCRs, but also those made by other manufacturers. The following instructions will guide you through the set up procedure. 1. Find the 3 digit code for your brand from the list below.

  • Page 37: Specifications

    Specifications TV System I/DVB-T Colour System NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In) MPEG-2 MP@ML Channel Coverage UHF:B21-B69 Picture Tube FD Trinitron WIDE Approx. 82cm (32 inches) Sound Output Left/Right: 2x20W (music power) 2x10W (RMS) Power Consumption 160W Dimensions (w x h x d) Approx.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Wrong external mode selected. Colour level setting. • If you continue to have these problems, have your TV serviced by qualified personnel or you can contact the Sony UK Digital HelpLine on 0870 600 1717. • NEVER open the casing yourself. Additional Information Cause •...

  • Page 39: Index

    Index 4:3 mode 11 14:9 mode 11 Aerial, connecting 5 Accessories, supplied 4 AFT 29 AI 23 Analogue mode, selecting 9 Audio 17 Audio Adjustment menu 24 Audio-out vol. 24 Auto Format 25 Auto tuning (analogue) 6, 26 Auto tuning (Digital) 19 Auto vol control 24 AV3 Output 25 AV Preset 27...
  • Page 40 420649662 KD-32DX100 U Lifting Instructions Sony strongly recommends that this TV should not be lifted by less than two people. When lifting, always grip the TV as shown below. Always assume the correct posture when lifting. Take care not to trap your fingers when placing the TV on a flat surface or stand.

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