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- Page 1 Connecting Additional Equipment 4-075-509-22 Trinitron Color TV ® Operating Instructions KV-13FM12 KV-13FM13 KV-13FM14 KV-20FS12 © 2001 by Sony Corporation...
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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...
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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.
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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... 13 Setting Up the TV Automatically... - Page 12 User Guide...
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Page 13: 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 rear of your TV or on the front cover of this manual. Trinitron Color TV Features ®... -
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. If you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. -
Page 15: Connecting Your Tv
Connecting Your TV Read this section 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, you may need to... -
Page 16: Connecting Additional Equipment
Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Coaxial Cable From cable/ antenna To watch video programs from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your VCR). Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your VCR. - Page 17 TV and Cable Box Coaxial Cable From cable 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 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 From cable 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 the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF jack on the TV.
- Page 19 TV and Satellite Receiver Satellite receiver Satellite antenna cable Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV. Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.
- Page 20 Operating Instructions TV, Satellite Receiver, and VCR Satellite antenna cable Satellite receiver Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite receiver. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the IN jack on your VCR. Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV.
- Page 21 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. A/V output Connecting a DVD Player Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. Rear of DVD player Connecting Your TV Front A/V Panel...
- Page 22 Operating Instructions Connecting Headphones Connect the headphones to the jack on the front of your TV. Front A/V Panel...
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Page 24: Using The Remote Control And Basic Functions
Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions This section shows you how to use the more advanced buttons on the remote control and how to use the on-screen menus. The remote control shown (RM-Y173) is for KV-20FS12. For KV-13FM12 models, your remote control does not have the MTS button. MUTING POWER SLEEP... -
Page 25: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control Button 1 MUTING 2 SLEEP 3 MTS/SAP 4 JUMP 5 VOL (volume) 6 RESET 8 POWER 9 TV/VIDEO 0 DISPLAY and ENTER qs CH (channel) qd MENU If you lose your remote control, see page 32. Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Description Instantly turns off the sound. -
Page 26: Setting Up The Tv Automatically
Operating Instructions Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV, you can perform Auto Program to set up your channels. Press to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears. Press on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform Auto Program or press The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program. -
Page 27: Quick Start To The Menus
Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on-screen menus: Menu Video Picture Brightness Color Sharpness VM: Low Move Select Audio MTS: Stereo Move Select Channel Setup Favorite Channel Channel Fix: OFF Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Move Select Parental Control... - Page 28 Operating Instructions Menu Timer Timer 1: Set Timer 2: Set Current Time Daylight Saving: NO Move Select Setup Caption Vision: OFF Video Label Language: English Demo Options Move Select Program your channels, label video inputs, select menu languages, or run a demo of the menus.
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Page 29: Using The Menus
Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV. To access a menu MENU Press to display the on-screen menu. Use the G or g buttons to highlight the desired menu, then press Use the F or buttons to highlight the desired option, then press Press... -
Page 30: Using The Video Menu
Operating Instructions Using the Video To access the Video menu, refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Video Picture Brightness Color Sharpness VM: Low Move Item Press Decrease picture contrast Picture Darken the picture Brightness Color Decrease color saturation Increase the red tones Sharpness Soften the picture... -
Page 31: Using The Audio Menu
Using the Audio To access the Audio menu, refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Audio MTS: Stereo Move Press Multi-Channel Stereo: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo. Sound Mono: Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception. Auto-SAP: Select to have the TV automatically to a Second Audio Program (SAP) when a signal is received. -
Page 32: Using The Channel Setup Menu
Operating Instructions Using the Channel Setup To access the Channel Setup menu, refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Channel Setup Favorite Channel Channel Fix: OFF Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Move Favorite With the Favorite Channel menu open: 1 Press Channel Quick access... - Page 33 Channel Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted channels or add new ones. Skip/Add 1 Use the the channel, then press 2 Press available). With the Channel Label window open: Channel Label 1 Press Label up to 40 channel number.
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Page 34: Parental Control
Operating Instructions 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 limit. Overview of the Ratings Once you have become familiar with these rating systems, you should be ready to set your TV’s rating limit. -
Page 35: Movie Ratings
Movie Ratings (U.S. models only) This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels. Rating Defined as General audience Parental Guidance suggested PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned Restricted NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted Adult audience only Unrated... - Page 36 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.
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Page 37: Using The Parental Control Menu
Using the Parental Control To access the Parental Control menu, refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Parental Control Password: Use [0-9] buttons to enter new four-digit Password Move In the Parental Control password for any further access into Parental Control. , then use the Press Keep this manual in a safe place. - Page 38 Operating Instructions Setting the rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Lock options. Parental Control Move Move the cursor to Lock and press If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system, use one of the following preselected categories to simplify the rating selections, Child, Youth, Young Adult.
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Page 39: Using The Parental Control Menu
Changing your Password Use the F or f buttons to move the cursor to Change Password and press Follow steps 1 and 2 for “Using the Parental Control menu” on page 25. Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating Press , then use the Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock... -
Page 40: Using The Timer Menu
Operating Instructions Using the Timer To access the Timer menu, refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Timer Timer 1: Set Timer 2: Set Current Time Daylight Saving: NO Move Current Time 1 Press F or (If you are in Daylight Saving time, be sure to set the Daylight Saving mode in “YES”) 2 Press F or 3 Press... -
Page 41: Using The Setup Menu
Using the Setup To access the Setup menu, refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Setup Caption Vision: OFF Video Label Language: English Demo Options Move Caption Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption). Vision Closed- Press F or... -
Page 42: Options Menu
Operating Instructions Options Menu To access the Options menu, first open the Setup menu, then refer to the following steps: To Display MENU MENU Options Move Cable ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable. OFF: Select if you are using a TV antenna. After changing your cable settings, you will need to perform Auto Program. -
Page 43: 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 44 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. residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).
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Page 45: Specifications
Specifications For all models (except as noted) Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube Power requirements Supplied Accessories Optional Accessories KV-13FM12, KV-13FM13, KV-13FM14 Screen size Inputs/outputs Speaker output Power Consumption Dimensions (W/H/D) Mass KV-20FS12 Screen size Inputs/outputs Speaker output Power Consumption Dimensions (W/H/D) Mass Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. -
Page 47: Index
Index Audio menu 14, 30 Auto Program Auto-SAP Battery Installation Brightness Cable Caption Vision Channel Fix Channel Label Channel Setup Channel Skip/Add Color Connections Cable and antenna Connecting a Camcorder Connecting a DVD player Connecting Headphones TV and Cable Box TV and VCR TV and Satellite Receiver TV, Satellite Receiver, and... - Page 48 User Guide Sony Corporation Printed in U.S.A.