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Sony Trinitron KV-27S42 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating
Instructions
KV-27S42
KV-27S46
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© 1999 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 Trinitron ° Color TV Operating Instructions KV-27S42 KV-27S46 KV-27S66 KV-2 7V42 KV-27V66 © 1999 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. ATT_I1ON A_6_L_ DE OtOC I_E_I_,(_ PRECAUOON I_E_30 OE C_ JE _EC71_iCO _/4RR CAUTION: TOREDUCE T HEI_ISK_FELECIRIC 5_iOC K. IX) NOTREMOVE COVER (ORMOQ. NOU5ER-_RV_EABLE PARTS _51DE.
  • Page 3 Trademarks and Copyrights ENERGY STAR ®is a registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Sony has determined that this product or product models meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency. (0) ® SRS(SOUNDRETRIEVAL) The (0) SRS (SOUND RETRIEVALSYSTEM)is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Trinitron ®Color TV Features ......Batteries for the Remote Control ....... About this Manual ..........Connecting Your TV Basic Connections ..........Connecting Additional Equipment ....4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Setting up the TV AutomaticaUy ....15 Using Picture in Picture ........

  • Page 5: Trinitron ®Color Tv Features

    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 front cover of this instruction manual. The menu and illustrations used in these instructions are for KV-27S46.

  • Page 6: Batteries For The Remote Control

    Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the following illustrafioh as a guide. 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 box, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver, stereo system or camcorder.

  • Page 7: Connecting Your Tv

    Connecting Your TV • • This section covers basic connections m addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting. BasicConnections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATVcable Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the connections below: 7._ohm...

  • Page 8: Connecting Additional Equipment

    Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR • VHFAJI_ S _t(Y_) _. ,'_ From Cable/ antenna 3 (Optional connection) Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable TV to the IN jack on your VCR. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV.
  • Page 9 "IV and Cable Box VID_31N VHFAJHF NJO_ (JUT "'_" Cable Box _r From Cable Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the IN jack on your cable box. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV.
  • Page 10 TV, Cable box and Cable I(V-27S66, 27V66 only For this set up, you'can switch between scrambled channels (through your cable box), and normal (CATV) channels by pressing _ on your remote control. (Rear panel KV-27V66 only) ..$v1_o _u[o @@ @t@1 @K@ @f@l From Cable...
  • Page 11 TV, VCR, and Cable box "IV JL_! VHF_4F _-_® =@@@ 4 (optional connection) Cable _ Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the IN jack on your cable box. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR.
  • Page 12 TV and Digital Satellite Receiver "rv From II cable/ Satellite receiver Satellite antenna ]UN_[ _ _ _ _JI _1 cable Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE 1N on the satellite receiver. Attach the coaxial connector from your cable or antenna VHF/UHF IN on your TV.
  • Page 13 TVoDigital Satellite Receiver and VCR Satellite antenna "IV Cable Satellite receiver Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite receiver. Attach the coaxial connector from your cable or antenna to VHF/UHF IN on your VCR. Using a coaxial cable, connect VHF/UHF OUT on your VCR to VHF/UHF...
  • Page 14 Connecting a Camcorder Using A/V cables, connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorc to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. (Front A/V Panel KV-27V42, 27V66 only) Connecting a I)VD Player Using A/V connectors, connect LINE OUT on your DVD to VIDEO IN on your TV.
  • Page 15 Connecting an audio system Using audio connectors, connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE 2) on your stereo. AUDIO-L AUDIO-R...
  • Page 16 Connecting two VCRs for Tape Editing KVo27V42, 27V66 only MONITOR OUT gives you the ability to use a second VCR to record a program being played by the primary VCR to perform tape editing. (Rear panel KV-27V66 only) VCR (for playback) VCR (for recording) Connect the VCR intended for playback using the setup instruction_,...

  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control And Basic Functions

    Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions This section shows you how to use more advanced buttons on the remote control and how to use the on-screen menus. POWER Press when you want to turn connected equipment on and off. FUNCTION Press when you want to control connected...
  • Page 18 TV Sound (MTS) options: STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Programming), MONO. SYSTEM OFff Powers off all Sony equipment once. (May not work with older equipment). settings (see page 20). CODE SET Use to program your remote control to operate connected...

  • Page 19: Setting Up The Tv Automaticauy

    Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV, you will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set up y_ur channels. Press to turn on the TV, the initial setup screen appears. (U.S. models only) Canadian models only) ENGLISH: [CH+] ENGLISH:...

  • Page 20: Using Picture In Picture

    Using Picture in Picture (PIP) The Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature allows you to view two channels simultaneously, one'in the full size "main" picture and one in a smaller "window" picture. Indicates which channel is currently Channel number of receiving sound the main picture Main _'_'"...
  • Page 21 Dual Tuner KV-27S66, 27V66 only These models are equipped with dual tuners. This means that PIP is "ready to use." Press to display and change the size of the window picture. ® "WNIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through available video inputs. ®...

  • Page 22: Quick Start To The Menus

    Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on-screen menus: Menu Make adjustments to your VIDEO MODE:VIVID picture settings. PICTURE IUI_IIBHHI{IIIHHIHt_I BRIGHTNESS..lurmI.._..COLOR IIII;1111#1111111111111"'" ..... * ....SHARPNESS ,,,,,,r,,,,..DMENU IVlove[J_ Select® Exit (_J OPTIONS TREBLE MTS:STEREO...

  • Page 23: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus This chapter shows th_options available for setting up and adjusting your TV. To access a menu Press ._su C:)" Use the 0 or _ buttons to highlight an option. Press _:) to access the menu. Using the VIDEO menu VIDEO MODE:VIVID...

  • Page 24: Using The Audio Menu

    Using the AUDIO menu /_.ID!O ..TRIEBLE mmmmmmmm BASS IFIII l lllllllltlllg Illl+,- ,-, _LN, ....,,....SPEAKER: ON AUDIO OUT: VARIABLE OPTIONS DMENU Move _ Select _ Exit _) TREBLE Adjust left or fight to adjust higher pitched sound. BASS Adjust left or fight to adjust low pitched sound.
  • Page 25 OPTIONSmenu OPTIONS PMTS:STEREO EFFECT:OFF _MENU Move{_ia{_Selected STEREO: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo. Multi-Channel SAP: Listen to bilingual broadcast or other Second Audio TV Sound Programs (SAP). MONO: Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception. EFFECT SRS: Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for...

  • Page 26: Using The Timer Q Menu

    Using the TIMER Q menu DA_-IGHT SAVING:NO CURRENT TIME SET ON/OFF TIMER OMENU DAYLIGHT YES: Select in spring to compensate for Daylight Savings. SAVING NO: Select in fall at the end of Daylight Savings. CURRENT With the menu open: TIME SET 1 Press (:i3.

  • Page 27: Using The Set Up

    Using the SET UP menu SETUP CHANRELSET UP PARENTAL CONTROL FA_0RITECH/_NEL VIDEO LABEL CAPTIONVISION:CCI LANGUAGE: E NGLISH _MENU Move _(_ Select Q_) Exit_ PARENTAL The PARENTAL CONTROL feature provides parents several CONTROL options for programming the TV to block shows based on their rating, (see page 25).
  • Page 28 CHANNEL SET UP menu CHANNEL SET UP CABLE: OFF CHANNI_L FIX: OFF AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL SKIP/ADD CHANNEL CAPTION DMENU Move _(_ Select _ Exit_ CABLE ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable. OFF: Select if you are using an antenna. CHANNEL 2-6: Select when you want to control all channel selection...

  • Page 29: Using Parentalcontrol

    Using PARENTALCONTROL 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. Overview of the Ratings Once you have become familiar with these rating systems, you should be ready to set your TV's rating.
  • Page 30 MOVIE RATINGS (U.S. models only) This system defines the rating levels of movies shown on the big screen and those on prime cable channels. MOVIE RATINGS Rating Defined as General audience PC-_13: Parental Guidance suggested NC-17: PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned _MENtff Restricted Select rating...
  • Page 31 ENGLISH RATINGS (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. ENGLISH RATINGS Rating Defined as I. C: Children C8+: P.8+ Children 8 years and older 14+: General programming 18+: DMENU Parental Guidance Select rating Move[_ Setect _ Exit_...
  • Page 32 Press cD, then use the _)-® buttons to enter a 4-digit password. PARENTAL CONTROL PASSWORD: ..Use [0-9] buttons to enter new four-digit password Move_(_ Sel_-'_ Exit_ Confirm your password by entering it again. Once your password is set correctly, will be taken into the PARENTAL...
  • Page 33 Using the _ or _ buttons, select the desired rating and press (z3. PARENTAL CONTROL pARENTAL LOCK: ON RATING: YOUTH CHANGE PASSWORD ;)MENU Move[_B[_ Select _:_:_ E.xit_ Rating TV will allow a maximum rating of: CHILD TV-Y, TV-G, G (U.S. models only), G (Canadian models only) YOUTH TV-PG, PG (U.S.
  • Page 34 Resetting your password Use the _ or _" buttons to move the cursor to CHANGE PASSWORD and press cD. Follow the directions for, "Initial Access into Parental Control," on pages 27-28 for information on changing your password. Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating ENTER Press...

  • Page 35: Other Information

    Other information Programming the Remote Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non-Sony video equipment. ¶ Press _. Press _or Use the _)- (_) buttons to key in the code number from the following chart.
  • Page 36 (M.Ward) SV2000 Zenith Sylvania 308,309,338, Cable box codes Satellite reCeiver codes Hamlin/Regal 222, 223, 224, 225, 226 Sony 801 (p_set code for remote control Jerrold/G. I. 201,202, 203, 204, 205, General Electric 206, 207, 208, 218 227, 228, 229 Hitachi...
  • Page 37 Operating a VCR Press vn_vo Power on the VCR (__ (_ Select channels directly Change channels ®® Play video tape • Stop Search forward or backward Pause • and _- Record at the same time _u'm Change between VCR and TV inputs Operating a DVD Press...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, 'contact your nearest Sony dealer. Cannot operate Make sure the VCR is connected correctly (see page 4). single tuner Check to see if the VCR is on.
  • Page 39 If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional question.related to the use of your Sony television, pl_se call our Direct Response Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (U.S. residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).

  • Page 40: Specifications

    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-ohms external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF Picture tube _initron @tube Power requirements 120 V, 60 Hz Supplied Accessories Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Remote Control RM-Y165 (I) (KV-27e_2, 27V42) Remote Control RM-Y167 (1) (KV-27S46, 27S66, 27V66) Optional Accessories...

  • Page 41: Index

    Index DAYLIGHT SAVING ENGLISH RATINGS AUDIO d_ menu 20 FAVORITE CHANNEL 1, 23 AUTO PROGRAM FRENCH RATINGS AUTO VOLUME CONTROL HUE 19 Battery Installation BRIGHTNESS LANGUAGE CAPTION VISION CHANNEL CAPTION Menus AUDIO ,_ 20 CHANNEL FIX 24 CHANGE PASSWORD SET UP [_' CHANNEL SET UP 24 TIMER Q_ 22...
  • Page 42 UNRATED 26 U.S.A. 27 Remote Control 13 SET UP _ menu 23 SHARPNESS SIMULATED SRS 21 Specifications SURROUND TIMER @ menu Troubleshooting TV Features TV RATING 25 U.S.A. RATINGS 27 UNRATED 26 VIDEO [_$3 menu VIDEO MODE VIVID 19 STANDARD MOVIE VIDEO LABEL 23...
  • Page 44 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A.

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