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Sony KV 13M42 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony KV 13M42 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-081-454-21
Trinitron
®
Color TV
Operating Instructions
KV-13M42
KV-20M42
KV-20S90
© 2001 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 4-081-454-21 Trinitron ® Color TV Operating Instructions KV-13M42 KV-20M42 KV-20S90 © 2001 by Sony Corporation...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
  • Page 4 The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this manual and the rear of your TV. Trademarks and Copyrights ® ENERGY STAR is a registered mark. As an E model meets the E ® Partner, Sony has determined that this product or product NERGY ® guidelines for energy efficiency. NERGY...

  • Page 5: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual. WARNING To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and servicing of the set.
  • Page 6 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 to be 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...
  • Page 7 Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table, or shelf. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 8 Grounding or Polarization This set may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
  • Page 9 Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: • When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. • If liquid has been spilled into the set or objects have fallen into the product.
  • Page 10 Connecting Additional Equipment...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ® Trinitron Color TV Features ... 1 Batteries for the Remote Control... 2 About this Manual ... 2 Connecting Your TV Basic Connections... 3 Connecting Additional Equipment ... 4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control... 9 Setting Up the TV Automatically...
  • Page 12 User Guide...

  • Page 13: Trinitron Color Tv Features

    Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron Before you begin using this manual, please check the model number located on the rear of your TV or on the front cover of this manual. The menu and illustrations used in these instructions are for KV-20S90 to show the maximum number of features available.

  • Page 14: Batteries For The Remote Control

    Operating Instructions Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide. Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to six months. If the remote control does not operate properly, the batteries might be worn out. Remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time.

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Tv

    Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your TV for the first time. This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting. Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the connections below: If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna, it will be necessary to...

  • Page 16: Connecting Additional Equipment

    Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service 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. To watch video programs from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your VCR).
  • Page 17 TV and Cable Box Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service 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. To view channels from your cable box, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear panel of your cable box) and use the cable box’s remote control to change channels.
  • Page 18 Operating Instructions TV, VCR, and Cable box Cable Box Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service 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. Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from OUT on your VCR to VHF/UHF jack on your TV.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Camcorder

    Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. Front A/V Panel For model KV-13M42, this connection can be made to the Audio/Video input located on the rear of the TV. Connecting Headphones Connect your headphones to the Front A/V Panel...

  • Page 21: Using The Remote Control And Basic Functions Using The Remote Control

    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. MUTING POWER SLEEP JUMP ENTER MENU RESET SELECT RM-Y155 The remote control shown (RM-Y155) is for KV-20S90. For KV-13M42 and KV-20M42 models, your remote control does not have the MTS button.
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions If you lost your remote control, see page 26 Moves the cursor in the on-screen menu. Press to restore factory settings while in the on-screen menu. Press when you want to change channels. Press when you want to adjust the volume.

  • Page 23: Setting Up The Tv Automatically

    Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV, you will want to run AUTO PROGRAM to set up your channels, (KV-13M42, see page 17 for information on AUTO PROGRAM). For models KV-20M42, KV-20S90 only Press to turn on the TV, the Initial setup screen appears. (U.S.

  • Page 24: Quick Start To The Menus

    Operating Instructions Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on-screen menus: Menu Program your channels, set TV rating, or select menu language. The menus shown are for KV-20S90. Your menus may not look like those illustrated.

  • Page 25: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus This chapter shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV. To access a menu Press Use the F or f buttons to highlight a menu. Press to access the menu. Using the VIDEO Item Press PICTURE Decrease picture contrast...

  • Page 26: Using The Audio Menu

    Operating Instructions Using the AUDIO KV-20S90 only STEREO: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo. Multi-Channel SAP: Listen to bilingual or other Second Audio Programs TV Sound (SAP). MONO: Select to reduce noise in areas with poor reception. If your TV is set to SAP, all non-SAP programs will be muted. If your TV does not have sound, check your AUDIO settings.

  • Page 27: Using The Timer Menu

    Using the TIMER Except KV-13M42 DAYLIGHT YES: Select in spring to compensate for Daylight Savings. SAVING NO: Select in fall at the end of Daylight Savings. With the menu open: CURRENT TIME SET 1 Press 2 Press F or f to cycle through the days, then press 3 Press F or f until the current hour is displayed, then press 4 Press F or f until the current minute is displayed, then...

  • Page 28: Using The Set Up Menu

    Operating Instructions Using the SET UP The PARENTAL CONTROL feature provides parents several PARENTAL CONTROL options for programming the TV to block shows based on their rating, (see page 18). FAVORITE With the FAVORITE CHANNEL menu open: 1 Press CHANNEL Quick access 2 Use the F or f buttons to select AUTO or MANUAL, to favorite...

  • Page 29: Channel Set Up Menu

    CHANNEL SET UP menu CABLE ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable. OFF: Select if you are using an antenna. After changing your CABLE settings, you will need to run AUTO PROGRAM. CHANNEL FIX 2-6: Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box.

  • Page 30: Using Parental Control

    Operating Instructions Using PARENTAL CONTROL 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 31: Movie Ratings

    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. Rating Defined as General audience Parental Guidance suggested Parents Strongly cautioned PG-13 Restricted No one 17 and under admitted NC-17 Adult audience only UNRATED...
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions ENGLISH RATINGS (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. Rating Defined as Children Children 8 years and older General programming Parental Guidance Viewers 14 and older Adult programming FRENCH RATINGS (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.
  • Page 33 Initial access into PARENTAL CONTROL In the SET UP menu, point the cursor to PARENTAL CONTROL and press , (you will be asked to set 4-digit password for any future access into PARENTAL CONTROL). Press , then use the Keep this instruction manual in a safe place. In the event that you forget your password, please see page 26.
  • Page 34 Operating Instructions Setting the RATING If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system, you should use one of the following preselected categories: CHILD, YOUTH or YOUNG ADULT. Point the cursor to RATING and press Using the F or buttons, select the desired rating and press Rating TV will allow a maximum rating of:...
  • Page 35 Resetting your password Use the F or buttons to move the cursor to CHANGE PASSWORD and press Follow the directions for, “Initial Access into Parental Control,” on page 21, for information on changing your password. Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating Press on the remote control, then use the password.

  • Page 37: Other Information Troubleshooting

    Other Information Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. No picture, no sound Poor or no picture, good sound Good picture, no sound No color...
  • Page 38 Contact your nearest Sony dealer to order a replacement. If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our Direct Response Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (U.S. customers only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian customers only).

  • Page 39: Specifications

    Specifications For all models (except as noted Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube Power requirements Supplied Accessories KV-13M42 Screen size Inputs/outputs Speaker output Power Consumption Dimensions (W/H/D) Mass KV-20M42, KV-20S90 Screen size Inputs/outputs Speaker output Power Consumption Dimensions (W/H/D) Mass Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 41: Index

    Index AUDIO menu AUTO PROGRAM Battery Installation BRIGHTNESS CAPTION VISION CHANNEL FIX CHANGE PASSWORD CHANNEL SET UP COLOR Connections Antenna/Cable TV and Cable Box TV and VCR TV, VCR, and Cable box Connecting a Camcorder Connecting Headphones CURRENT TIME SET DAYLIGHT SAVING DISPLAY 9 ENGLISH RATINGS...
  • Page 42 User Guide Operating Instructions TIMER menu Troubleshooting TV Features TV RATING U.S.A. RATINGS UNRATED VIDEO menu...
  • Page 48 Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A.

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