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Trinitron Color TV
Operating Instructions
• Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
KV-XG29
KV-XA21
© 2000 Sony Corporation
4-080-391-42 (1)
M30
M21

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  • Page 1 4-080-391-42 (1) Trinitron Color TV Operating Instructions • Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. KV-XG29 KV-XA21 © 2000 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING • Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV. • Operate the TV only between 220 – 240 V AC. For your own safety, do not touch any part of the For children’s safety, do not leave children alone TV, the power cord and the antenna cable during with the TV.
  • 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 Using Your New TV Getting Started Step 1 Connect the antenna If you wish to connect a VCR, see the Connecting a VCR diagram below. Rear of TV IEC connector (not supplied) Antenna cable (not supplied) : Signal flow Connecting a VCR To watch the video input, press t (see page 13).
  • Page 5: Step 2: Insert The Batteries Into The Remote

    Notes • If you connect a monaural VCR, connect the yellow plug to (the yellow jack) and the black plug to -L (MONO) (the white jack). • 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, camcorder, video game or stereo system. To watch the video input of the connected equipment, press t (see page 13). Connecting a camcorder/video game equipment using the t (video input) jacks Audio/Video cable (not supplied) Front of TV...
  • Page 7 KV-XA21M30 Antenna cable (not supplied) Rear of TV Audio system antenna L(MONO) output To video and audio inputs audio inputs To T (monitor output) (yellow) -L (MONO) (white) -R (red) Audio/Video cable (not supplied) : Signal flow Note • If you connect a monaural VCR, connect the yellow plug to (the yellow jack) and the black plug to -L (MONO) (the white jack).
  • 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: Presetting Channels

    Presetting channels You can preset up to 100 TV channels in numerical sequence from program Number buttons number 1 using the remote and the buttons on your TV as well. JUMP 2 +/– SOUND PROGR MODE PROGR +/– SELECT PIC MODE SELECT AUTO PROGR L(MONO)
  • Page 10 Presetting channels (continued) Presetting channels manually Press SELECT until SELECT “MANUAL PROGRAM” appears. MANUAL PROGRAM Press + or –. VHF LOW B/G Press PROGR +/– or the number buttons until the PROGR desired program number appears. -/-- Press + or – until the desired channel picture appears.
  • Page 11 To change the color system setting If the color is abnormal when receiving programs through the 8 (antenna) terminal or the t (video input) jack. (1) Press SELECT until “COLOR SYS” appears. COLOR SYS: AUTO (2) Press + or – to select the appropriate SECAM AUTO color system until the color is...
  • Page 12: Watching The Tv

    Watching the TV This section explains functions used while watching the TV. Most operations can be done using the remote. Number buttons JUMP JUMP 2 +/– SOUND PROGR MODE PROGR +/– SELECT SELECT AUTO L(MONO) PROGR PROGR indicator + or – FAVORITE SELECT AUTO PROGR...
  • Page 13 Additional tasks Press Turn off temporarily 1. The 1 indicator on the TV lights up red. Turn off completely ! on the TV. Mute the sound Watch the video input t to select “VIDEO 1” or “VIDEO 2”. (VCR, camcorder, etc.) To return to the TV program, press a.
  • Page 14: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Watching the TV (continued) Setting the Wake Up timer Press until the desired WAKE UP TIMER:10M period of time appears. After 10 minutes The Wake Up timer starts immediately after you have set it. WAKE UP TIMER:OFF WAKE UP TIMER:12H00M No Wake Up timer After 12 hours Select the program number or video input you want to display when you...
  • Page 15: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Customizing the SOUND PROGR MODE picture and sound SOUND MODE SELECT You can customize the picture and + or – sound by selecting the picture and PIC MODE sound modes or by adjusting its FAVORITE settings. You can change the sound effect by selecting the surround mode.
  • Page 16 Customizing the picture and sound (continued) Adjusting the picture and sound settings Press SELECT until the SELECT desired setting appears. PICTURE Each time you press PICTURE COLOR BRIGHT HUE* SELECT, the setting item will change as follows: BALANCE TREBLE BASS SHARP Press + or –...
  • Page 17 Selecting the surround mode KV-XG29M21 Press SELECT repeatedly SELECT until “SURROUND” SURROUND: MOVIE appears. Press + or – to select the desired surround sound. MOVIE MUSIC Select “MOVIE” listen to sound that spreads out over a large area, giving the feeling of being at a movie theatre.
  • Page 18: Viewing Your Favorite Channels

    Viewing your favorite channels Number buttons You can display six of your favorite JUMP channels for quick and easy selection. SOUND PROGR MODE You can program the favorite channel PROGR +/– as well. + or – FAVORITE Selecting a favorite channel FAVORITE Press FAVORITE.
  • Page 19: Blocking The Channels (Child Lock)

    Blocking the channels (CHILD LOCK) You can lock some program numbers to prevent children from watching certain channels, by using the buttons on the JUMP remote control. SOUND PROGR MODE SELECT + or – FAVORITE Select the program number you want to lock. Press SELECT until “CHILD SELECT LOCK”...
  • Page 20: Enjoying Stereo Or Bilingual Programs (Kv-Xa21M30 Only)

    Enjoying stereo or bilingual programs (KV-XA21M30 only) JUMP SOUND PROGR You can enjoy stereo sound or bilingual MODE programs of NICAM and A2 stereo systems. FAVORITE indicator L(MONO) SELECT AUTO PROGR PROGR Press A/B repeatedly until you receive the sound you want. NICAM The on-screen display changes to show the selected sound.
  • Page 21 When receiving an A2 program Broadcasting On-screen display (Selected sound) A2 stereo STEREO MONO (Regular sound) (Stereo sound) A2 bilingual MAIN (Main sound) (Sub sound) Receiving area for NICAM and A2 programs Receiving area System Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Malaysia, NICAM Thailand, etc.
  • Page 22: Viewing Teletext (Kv-Xg29M21 Only)

    Viewing Teletext (KV-XG29M21 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. JUMP SOUND PROGR MODE FASTEXT FAVORITE Displaying Teletext Select a TV channel that carries the Teletext broadcast you want to watch. Press to display the text.
  • Page 23 Additional Teletext tasks Do this Press display a Teletext page on the TV Each time you press , the screen changes as picture follows: Teletext t Teletext and TV t TV. Press check the contents of a Teletext service An overview of the Teletext contents and page numbers appear on the screen.
  • Page 24: 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 25: 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 Page Solutions • Connection is loose or Snowy picture • Check the antenna cable and connection the cable is damaged.
  • Page 26 TV. stripes neon signs, hair • Adjust the antenna direction for – dryers, power minimum interference. Contact a Sony generators, etc. dealer for advice. – • Broadcast signals are • Use a highly directional antenna. Double images or reflected by nearby “ghosts”...
  • Page 27 TV screen. e.g., heavy machineries, nearby broadcast station. The 1 indicator on • Your TV may need •Contact your nearest Sony service center. your TV flashes red service. a number of times between 3-second intervals. TV cabinet creaks.
  • Page 28: Overview Of Controls

    Overview of controls TV front panel KV-XG29M21 AUTO SELECT PROGR PROGR ( MONO ) KV-XA21M30 SELECT AUTO L(MONO) PROGR PROGR SELECT AUTO L(MONO) PROGR PROGR Button Function Page AUTO PROGR Preset channels automatically. SELECT Select the desired item. PROGR +/– Select program number.
  • Page 29: Remote Control

    Remote Control Button Function Page SELECT Select the desired item. +/– Adjust value. PROGR +/– Select program number. 0 – 9, Input numbers. +/– Adjust volume. Turn off temporarily or turn on the TV. Select TV or video input. JUMP Display the TV program.
  • Page 30: Specifications

    29 in. Tube size (cm) Measured diagonally Screen size (cm) Measured diagonally 620 × 452 × 496 794 × 573 × 517 Dimensions (w/h/d, mm) Mass (kg) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony Corporation Additional Information...

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