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- Page 1 Printed on 100% recycled paper.
- Page 4 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the Display Unit, below the Sony logo, on the sticker, and also on the Media Receiver Unit (white label). Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
- Page 5 The number below is for FCC related matters only. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: MBD-Q005 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
- Page 6 Safety ❑ Operate this TV only on 120 V AC. ❑ Use the AC power cord specified by Sony and suitable for the voltage where you use it. ❑ The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.
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Page 7: Important Safeguards
Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation slots. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. - Page 8 Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord. If the AC power cord is damaged, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony service center to exchange it. Batteries Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
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Page 9: Volume Adjustment
Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards. Medical institution Do not place this unit in a place where medical equipment is in use. It may cause malfunction of medical instruments. Moisture and flammable objects ❑... - Page 10 Place the media receiver unit on a stable, level surface. Otherwise, the media receiver unit may fall and cause injury. Use an optional Sony stand, which has adequate strength. Weight Do not stand on the media receiver unit. The unit may fall or break, causing injury.
- Page 11 When installing the unit on the wall, allow this much space. 4 inches (10 cm) When installing the unit using a stand, allow this much space. 4 inches (10 cm) 6 inches (15 cm) Never install the unit as follows: Air circulation is blocked.
- Page 12 Ship and vessel Do not install this unit in a ship or vessel. If the unit is exposed to seawater, it may cause fire or damage the unit. Preventing the TV from toppling over Take measures to prevent the unit from toppling over and causing injury.
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Page 13: Replacement Parts
❑ If the set has been exposed to rain or water. ❑ If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. ❑ If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. -
Page 15: Table Of Contents
Contents Introducing the Sony LCD TV Presenting the Sony LCD TV ...15 Package Contents ...15 Using This Manual...15 Features ...16 Setting Up the TV Overview...19 TV Controls and Connectors ...20 Display Unit...20 Media Receiver Unit ...21 Installing the TV ...25 Carrying Your TV...25... - Page 16 Selecting Setup Options...125 Programming Caption Vision ...126 Selecting PC Setup Options...127 Using the Applications Menu ...130 Selecting Applications Options ...130 Other Information Overview...133 Glossary ...134 Contacting Sony...135 Troubleshooting...135 Twin View ...135 Remote Control...136 CableCARD...136 Memory Stick ...137 Video...139 Audio ...140 Channels ...141...
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Page 17: Introducing The Sony Lcd Tv
Introducing the Sony LCD TV Presenting the Sony LCD TV Thank you for purchasing this high definition built-in Sony LCD TV. This manual is for model KDX-46Q005. Package Contents Along with your new LCD TV (Display Unit and Media Receiver Unit), the packing box contains a remote control and two AA (R6) batteries. -
Page 18: Features
DBS, Cable, etc.), to create a picture that is precise and finer in detail, rivaling high definition resolution. Incoming HD signals (1080i) are also bitmapped, utilizing Sony’s proprietary algorithm to provide a crisp and clear picture. IFP (Image Format Processor): The Digital Texture Enhancer ●... - Page 19 Light Sensor: Allows the picture brightness level to be optimized to ambient light. The effect from the Light Sensor depends on the setting of Picture Mode and Power Saving. The factory setting is Off. Introducing the Sony LCD TV allows for the secure transfer of...
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Page 21: Setting Up The Tv
Setting Up the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV. Topic TV Controls and Connectors Installing the TV Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna Connecting Optional Equipment Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector Using the CONTROL S Feature Using CableCARD Setting Up the TV Channel List... -
Page 22: Tv Controls And Connectors
STANDBY LED lights up in red when in standby mode. If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the media receiver unit needs servicing (see “Contacting Sony” on page 135). Receives IR signals from the remote control. Receiver... -
Page 23: Media Receiver Unit
Item 1 DISPLAY 2 AC IN Media Receiver Unit Rear Panel BLACK WHITE DISPLAY SIGNAL IN BLACK WHITE DISPLAY SIGNAL IN Description Connect to the DISPLAY SIGNAL OUT jacks on the rear SIGNAL IN of the media receiver unit by using the supplied display interface cable. - Page 24 If the LED blinks in red continuously, this may indicate the media receiver unit needs servicing (see “Contacting Sony” on page 135). Press to display the screen of the connected PC. For details, see page 81.
- Page 25 OUT (VAR) 6 CONTROL S IN/ Allow the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function. 7 VHF/UHF RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna.
- Page 26 Setting Up the TV qs CableCARD slot qd AUDIO OUT (VAR/ qf CENTER qg VIDEO 1/3 IN * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D Connection Description CableCARD provides cable subscribers with access to secure, digitally encrypted cable channels -- without the need for a set-top box -- that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television.
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Page 27: Installing The Tv
Installing the TV Carrying Your TV Carrying this TV requires at least two people. Do not hold by the pedestal or the Front Panel Cover of the TV. Doing so may cause these parts to break off. If you carry the TV in a manner other than specified here, it may drop and a serious injury may result. -
Page 28: Take Precaution During The Installation
Setting Up the TV Take Precaution To ensure the safety of children and the TV, keep children away from the TV during the during installation. Climbing on or pushing the TV or its stand may cause it to fall. Installation To Prevent the TV from Falling Prepare a commercially available strong rope or chain and wall anchor... -
Page 29: Installing The Media Receiver Unit Vertically
Installing the Media When you install the media receiver unit vertically, use the supplied stand for Receiver Unit vertical installation. Attach the stand to the right side of the media receiver unit. When you attach the stand, use the edge of a desk or a table, as shown Vertically below. -
Page 30: Connecting The Tv
Setting Up the TV Connecting the TV ✍ Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Connect the display interface cable (supplied or VMC-X10 as an optional accessary) to the DISPLAY SIGNAL IN jacks, and the AC power cord (supplied) to the AC IN jack of the unit. BLACK DISPLAY SIGNAL IN Tighten the... - Page 31 AC power cord AC IN (power supply (supplied) input) jack on the display AC plug holder (supplied) Attach the AC plug holder to the AC power cord. ✍ When you unplug the AC power cord, drag the holder down by pushing both sides of the holder, then pull out the plug.
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Page 32: Basic Connections: Connecting A Cable Or Antenna
Setting Up the TV Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you connect your TV will vary, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable box and/or antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR. Cable or Antenna ❏... -
Page 33: Cable Or Antenna
Cable or Antenna For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you: ❑ ❑ The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home, as described below. 75-ohm coaxial cable (usually found in newer homes) Cable Type VHF Only or... -
Page 34: Cable And Antenna
Setting Up the TV Cable and Antenna For best results, use this connection if you: ❑ ❑ Antenna and CATV cable Cable Type Cable TV (CATV) and Antenna Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Switch the Media Receiver Unit’s input between the cable and antenna Have a cable and an antenna. -
Page 35: Cable Box And Antenna
Cable Box and For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Antenna Before connecting a cable ❑ box, see “Using CableCARD” on page 57. With this connection you can: ❑ ❑ ✍ Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Use the cable box Set up the TV remote control to operate the cable Activate the remote control to operate the cable... -
Page 36: Cable Box
Setting Up the TV Cable Box For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Before connecting a cable ❑ box, see “Using CableCARD” on page 57. With this connection you can: ❑ To connect the cable box Notes on Using This Connection To do this... -
Page 37: Connecting Optional Equipment
Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment: If You Are Connecting Making Video Connections About Using S VIDEO VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite Receiver with a VCR and Cable DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors... -
Page 38: Making Video Connections
Setting Up the TV Making Video Your TV includes several types of video inputs. When connecting your TV, Connections use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance, as described below. About Using S VIDEO Example of an S VIDEO Connection S VIDEO cable Equipment with S VIDEO... -
Page 39: Vcr And Cable
VCR and Cable Use this hookup if: ❑ Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. ✍ i.LINK S VIDEO (HDV/DV/TS/ MICROMV) VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W(6 ) MAX AUDIO HD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p/480i) VIDEO IN VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO-L AUDIO-R A/V cable... -
Page 40: Vcr And Cable Box
You want to enjoy the Twin View feature. Use the TV’s remote control to change channels on your cable box when the signal is scrambled. To program your Sony remote control to operate your cable box, see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 64. - Page 41 S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W(6 ) MAX AUDIO HD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p/480i) VIDEO IN VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO-L AUDIO-L AUDIO-R AUDIO-R A/V cable S VIDEO Coaxial cable cable DIGITAL AUDIO i.LINK S400 (OPTICAL)OUT (HDV/DV/TS/ MICROMV) VIDEO VIDEO SUBWOOFER OUT(VAR) CONTROL S AUDIO OUT...
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Page 42: Two Vcrs For Tape Editing
Setting Up the TV Two VCRs for Tape If you connect two VCRs, you can record from one VCR to the other while Editing using your TV to monitor what is being recorded. Using Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. S VIDEO jacks? See page 36. -
Page 43: Satellite Receiver
Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. ✍ Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. Using A/V and S VIDEO cables, connect the satellite receiver’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks. If your satellite receiver is not equipped with S VIDEO, use a VIDEO cable (yellow) instead of the S VIDEO cable. -
Page 44: Satellite Receiver With A Vcr And Cable
Setting Up the TV Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. with a VCR and Cable Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. Using a coaxial cable, connect one of the splitter’s two output jacks to the TV’s CABLE jack. - Page 45 Rear of Media Receiver Unit i.LINK S400 S VIDEO (HDV/DV/TS/ MICROMV) VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W(6 ) MAX AUDIO AUDIO HD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p/480i) VIDEO IN VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO-L AUDIO-R Coaxial cable S VIDEO cable S VIDEO A/V cable cable ✍...
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Page 46: Dvd Player With Component Video Connectors
Setting Up the TV DVD Player with Use this hookup if: Component ❑ Video Connectors Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. DVD player Your DVD player has component (YP Using a component video cable, connect the DVD player’s YP to the TV’s YP jacks. -
Page 47: Dvd Player With S Video And Audio Connectors
✍ To watch the DVD player, press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). If you have a non-Sony DVD player, and want to set up the TV remote control to operate the DVD player you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control”... -
Page 48: Personal Computer
Setting Up the TV Personal Computer You can connect a personal computer to your TV to display the PC screen on the large screen of the TV and output the sound to the TV's speakers. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Using an HD15-HD15 video cable (analog RGB), connect the VIDEO 8 (PC) IN RGB jack on the front panel of the media receiver unit to the PC's When connecting to an... -
Page 49: Camcorder
Camcorder Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. For easy connection of the camcorder, the TV has front audio and video inputs (shown below). However, if you prefer, you can also connect the camcorder to the TV’s rear AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks. Using A/V and S VIDEO cables, connect the camcorder’s audio and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks. -
Page 50: Audio Receiver
Setting Up the TV Audio Receiver For improved sound quality, you may want to play the TV’s audio through your stereo system (see page 115). Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Using an audio cable, connect the TV’s AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX) jacks to the audio receiver’s audio LINE IN jacks. -
Page 51: Sub Woofer
Sub Woofer Use a monaural audio cable to connect the TV’s SUB WOOFER OUT jack to the sub woofer’s input jack. i.LINK S400 (HDV/DV/TS/ MICROMV) VIDEO AUDIO HD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p/480i) Digital Cable Box Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. ✍... -
Page 52: Digital Satellite Receiver
Setting Up the TV Digital Satellite Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Receiver Digital satellite receiver Cables are often color-coded to connectors. Connect red to red, white to white, etc. Audio cable Using a component video cable, connect the digital satellite receiver’s jacks to the TV’s YP ✍... -
Page 53: Digital Satellite Receiver With An Hdmi Connector
Digital Satellite Use this hookup if: Receiver with an ❑ HDMI Connector Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. The HDMI jack Using an HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the digital satellite receiver’s provides both video HDMI OUT jack to the TV’s HDMI IN jack. and audio signals, so it is not necessary to Use the HDMI IN 6 or 7 input. - Page 54 Setting Up the TV When connecting to the Digital Satellite Receiver’s DVI-HDTV connector If you are connecting to a digital satellite receiver with DVI-HDTV output, you can connect to the TV’s HDMI IN jack by using an HDMI-DVI cable. Cables are often color-coded to connectors.
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Page 55: Dvd Player Or Digital Satellite Receiver Via An Av Receiver With
DVD Player or Use this connection if you have a digital audio device that is PCM/Dolby Digital Satellite Digital compatible, such as an AV receiver with a Dolby Pro Logic system decoder. Receiver via an AV Receiver with Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. CENTER SPEAKER IN Terminals ✍... - Page 56 Setting Up the TV Speaker cord SCAN SELECT FRONT R CENTER FRONT L VIDEO 1 WOOFER AUDIO SELECTABLE AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT SURR R SURR L INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT SPEAKER AUDIO IN AV receiver When using the TV’s speakers as the center speaker Using which you want to use the TV’s speakers as the center speaker and set it to Rear of Media Receiver Unit...
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Page 57: Connecting A Device With An Optical In Connector
Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector You can use the TV's DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT jack to connect a digital audio device that is PCM/Dolby digital compatible, such as an audio amplifier. Using an optical audio cable, connect the device's OPTICAL IN jack to the TV's DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT jack. -
Page 58: Using The Control S Feature
Setting Up the TV Using the CONTROL S Feature CONTROL S allows you to control your TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control, the CONTROL S feature allows... -
Page 59: Using Cablecard
Check with your cable TV company for CableCARD service details, limitations, pricing, and availability, all of which are determined by your cable TV company — not Sony. Activating Before you can use CableCARD service, you need to insert the CableCARD... -
Page 60: Removing The Cablecard
Setting Up the TV You can also access information about your CableCARD in the Applications Menu (see page 131). Removing the In the event you want to cancel your service, contact your cable TV CableCARD company. To install a different CableCARD, follow the instructions in “Activating CableCARD Service”... -
Page 61: Setting Up The Tv Channel List
Setting Up the TV Channel List After you finish connecting the TV, you need to run the Initial Setup feature, which automatically creates a list of available analog and digital channels. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up. -
Page 63: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control Overview The table on the next page describes the buttons on the remote control. Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. ✍... -
Page 64: Button Descriptions
Using the Remote Control Button Descriptions Button Description MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press the sound. FUNCTION Press repeatedly until the indicator of the equipment (TV, SAT/CABLE, DVD/VCR, i.LINK) that you want to operate lights up. Press to have the TV screen turn off. - Page 65 CH + buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile as a reference when operating the TV. Button Description z REC Press to record a program. RESET Press when in a menu to reset the settings to the factory defaults. TV/VIDEO Press to cycle through the video equipment connected to your TV’s video inputs: TV,...
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Page 66: Programming The Remote Control
The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment. Function DVD/VCR SAT/CABLE i.LINK If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control. 3, 6 Equipment... -
Page 67: Manufacturer's Codes
Sony Dish Network Echostar General Electric 802 Hitachi Hughes Mitsubishi Panasonic RCA/ 802, 808 PROSCAN Toshiba 806, 807 * If an Aiwa VCR does not work even though you enter the code for Aiwa, enter the code for Sony instead. -
Page 68: Using Other Equipment With Your Tv Remote Control
Using the Remote Control Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control To operate other connected equipment with your TV remote control, first turn to page 65 and program the necessary code. For operating video equipment, press screen for your connected equipment. Remote control operation tips are provided below. -
Page 69: Operating A Cable Box
Operating a Cable To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn on/off Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channel Operating a DVD Player To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Turn on/off Play... -
Page 71: Using The Features
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Topic Watching TV Using the Program Guide Using Wide Screen Mode Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function Using Picture Off Using the PC Input Watching TV To Do This ... -
Page 72: Using The Program Guide
Using the Features Using the Program Guide Displaying the This TV is equipped to show program information if it is available from the Program Guide station. The program guide lets you review program information and select both analog and digital channels. To display the program guide Tune your TV to a channel by using the Press... -
Page 73: Using The Guide Menu
Using the Guide The Program Guide menu allows you to select channels from a dropdown Menu list. The Guide provides information about the current program being shown on each channel. ✍ Using the Program The Program Options menu allows you to customize the program settings on Options Menu the currently tuned channel. -
Page 74: Using Wide Screen Mode
Using the Features Using Wide Screen Mode Wide screen mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several wide You can also access the screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio). screen mode settings in ❑ the Screen menu. For details, see page 117. Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 4:3 Source (Standard definition source) original source Example... -
Page 75: Changing The Wide Screen Mode For 16:9 Source (High Definition Source)
Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 16:9 Source (High definition source) original source (Upconverted 4:3) (Upconverted 4:3) (Native 16:9) Example Description Wide Zoom the picture are stretched to fill the 16:9 screen. Wide Zoom Full displays the picture in its original size. Full Zoom enlarges the picture proportionately, both vertically and horizontally. -
Page 76: Using Twin View
Using the Features Using Twin View Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sources — from an antenna, VCR, DVD, etc. — on the screen at the same time. You hear the sound from only one of the sources at a time, but you can choose which source’s sound is selected. - Page 77 Functions available in the active window To Do This ... Tune to a channel Adjust the volume Mute the sound Switch the TV’s input between sources connected to the TV’s VHF/UHF and CABLE inputs Switch the TV’s input between sources connected to the TV’s A/V inputs Change the picture size Factors Affecting Twin View...
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Page 78: Changing The Picture Size
Using the Features Changing the The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures. Picture Size To enlarge the left picture (reduce the right) Press B to activate the left picture (if not already activated). Press V to enlarge the picture and v to... -
Page 79: Using Favorite Channels
Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify. You can create a list using the Favorite Channels option in the Channel Menu, or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide. -
Page 80: Using The Favorite Channels Guide
Using the Features Using the Favorite Channels Guide Press FAVORITES The Favorite Channels list appears. Press V or v to highlight the channel you want to watch. A preview of the highlighted Favorite Channel appears. ✍ Digital channels do not display in the preview window. To add the current channel to the list of Favorite Channels, highlight Add to Favorites and press... -
Page 81: Using The Freeze Function
Using the Freeze Function You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc. ✍ To use the Freeze function program in progress button allows you to temporarily capture a program’s picture. FREEZE The Freeze feature is not available if you are using Favorite Channels (see page 77) or Twin View (see page 74). -
Page 82: Using Picture Off
Using the Features Using Picture Off The Picture Off feature lets you enjoy music from radio programs of digital broadcasts or DVDs with the TV screen turned off. ✍ This feature turns off the display unit only. OFF. Press The PICTURE OFF LED lights up in blue and the screen turns off. To cancel and return to normal viewing, press any button except for +/–, POWER... -
Page 83: Using The Pc Input
Using the PC Input The PC Input feature allows you to connect a personal computer to your TV so that you can enjoy the PC's contents on the large screen of the TV and the sound from the PC with the TV's speakers. ✍... -
Page 85: Using The Memory Stick Viewer
Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick Memory Stick (sold separately) is a compact, portable, and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds that of a floppy disk. Memory Stick is specially designed for sharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products such as digital cameras and digital video cameras. -
Page 86: Memory Stick Compatibility
❑ ❑ Sony recommends that you back up all data stored on Memory Stick media to avoid potential data loss. In the above two cases, in order to avoid potential data corruption that may occur, be sure to back up data prior to use with the TV’s Memory Stick Viewer. -
Page 87: File Compatibility
File Compatibility The Memory Stick Viewer is compatible with JPEG images taken with Sony digital still cameras and MPEG1 and camcorders. To be viewable in the Memory Stick Viewer, files must have the following file name extensions: * Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly. -
Page 88: Inserting And Removing A Memory Stick
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick If you are using a Memory Stick Duo and PRO Duo, see “Inserting the Memory Stick Duo” on page 87. Inserting a Memory Locate the Memory Stick slot and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick Stick slot as illustrated below. -
Page 89: Inserting The Memory Stick Duo
Inserting the Memory Stick Duo is a new, compact version of the standard-sized Memory Memory Stick Duo Stick recording medium. ✍ ✍ Insert the Memory Stick Duo as shown below. To remove the Memory Stick Duo, see “Removing a Memory Stick” on page 88. -
Page 90: Removing A Memory Stick
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Removing a Memory Stick Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off. (When the light is on, this indicates that the TV is reading data from the Memory Stick.) ✍ Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the Memory Stick indicator on the TV’s front panel is lit) may damage the Memory Stick or its contents. -
Page 91: Using The Memory Stick Index
Using the Memory Stick Index Turn on the TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view. To insert a Memory Stick, see “Inserting a Memory Stick” on page 86. ✍ The Memory Stick Index appears, which displays thumbnail images of the files stored on the Memory Stick. -
Page 92: Using The Memory Stick Index
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory The following describes how to use the Memory Stick Index. Stick Index To Do This ... Move the highlight to a photo, voice memo thumbnail Display the highlighted photo, voice memo, or movie file full screen Display the next page of thumbnails... -
Page 93: Viewing Photos
Viewing Photos When you select a photo from the Memory Stick Index (described on pages 89), it displays as shown below, with the following controls. Information about selected photo Selected photo Previous/Next buttons Photo menu bar ✍ Photo Controls To Do This ... Display the next or previous file on the When the menu is... -
Page 94: Photo Menu Bar Options
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Photo Menu Bar The Photo menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing options. Options To access the Photo menu bar Option Index Slide Show View JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon. -
Page 95: Using Zoom And Pan
Using Zoom and To Zoom and Pan a photo To Do This ... Zoom in (increase magnification) or out (decrease magnification) Pan (left, right, up, down) Exit the Zoom/Pan controls Exit Memory Stick Viewer Using Rotate To Rotate a photo You cannot rotate a photo that has been protected. -
Page 96: Playing Movies
Movie menu bar Exit Memory Stick Viewer ✍ MPEG movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer. Do This ... Press V or v to highlight Enlarge, and then... -
Page 97: Movie Menu Bar Options
Movie Menu Bar To access the Movie menu bar Options Option Index Slide Show MPEG1 files that are File protected are indicated by the Lock icon. Use V or v Index to highlight in the Movie menu bar Press B or b to select Index Slide Show Press V or v to select the desired option. -
Page 98: Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options Slide Show Menu The Slide Show menu includes the following options: Options Option Start The Slide Show menu Music is the same whether you select it from the Memory Stick Index (pages 89), Photo (pages 91), or Movie (pages 94) menus. -
Page 99: Contents Menu Options
Digital Camera Selects all folders within the directories Folders defined by the DCF rules used by Sony digital cameras (see pages 98). JPEG and MPEG1 files in those directories are recognized even if they do not conform to the DCF file naming rules. -
Page 100: Notes On Using Memory Stick Media
Using the Memory Stick Viewer Notes on Using Memory Stick Media About DCF File Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still Names photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory and file names. If you selected the you might want to have your digital camera’s instruction manual handy in... -
Page 101: Memory Stick Precautions
Memory Stick When using Memory Stick media, follow these precautions: Precautions ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn off the TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on). -
Page 103: Using I.link
Sony Corporation and used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other. -
Page 104: Connecting I.link Devices
Using i.LINK Connecting i.LINK Devices To connect a digital i.LINK device (using only a digital signal) To connect an i.LINK device that supports an EIA-775A connection Rear of the Media Receiver Unit S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L (MONO) CENTER SPEAKER IN 180W(6 ) MAX VIDEO IN AUDIO-R... - Page 105 Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Set up a digital i.LINK For digital i.LINK devices (devices that require only the device i.LINK connection), no setup is necessary. The TV automatically recognizes the device as soon as the connection is made.
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Page 106: Selecting An I.link Device
For instructions on connecting i.LINK devices, see page 102. Press on the media receiver unit or the remote control. i.LINK i.LINK Device List Sony DTV Digital VCR Status: Viewing. The TV (DTV), along with all devices connected by i.LINK to the TV, appear on the i.LINK Device List. -
Page 107: Using The I.link Control Panel
Using the i.LINK Control Panel After you select an i.LINK device using the Device List, the TV displays the i.LINK Control Panel, which allows you to use the TV's remote to control the selected i.LINK device. ✍ ✍ The DTV window appears only if the i.LINK menus were entered while watching a digital TV channel The i.LINK Control Panel displays the signal from the TV to the left on... - Page 108 Using i.LINK To Do This ... Go to the Device List Change the audio being played from the TV to the current selected device, and vice versa Play a recording from the selected i.LINK camcorder or digital VCR Fast-forward or rewind a recording from the selected i.LINK camcorder or digital Record from TV to the selected i.LINK digital VCR...
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Page 109: I.link Setup
Swap Audio Full Screen Analog Video 888.888 Sony DV-VCR Description Each program has a main video stream (the video that you see when the channel is first tuned), and may have alternate video streams. This option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams. -
Page 111: Using The Menus
Using the Menus Overview Opening and choosing a menu To end a menu session: ❑ To end one menu session and move to another: ❑ The Menu gives you access to the following features: Menu Icon Description Press MENU to enter and exit Menus. -
Page 112: Using The Video Menu
Using the Menus Using the Video Menu To select the Video menu To restore the factory default settings for the Video settings: ❑ Selecting Video The Video menu includes the following options: Options Option Picture Mode Customized To quickly and easily picture change from one viewing... - Page 113 Option Color Temp. White intensity adjustment Noise Reduction Direct Mode On Direct Mode is not available when you are watching 480p or 720p Game Mode On sources. Backlight Contrast Enhancer Advanced Video Description Choose from three color temperatures: Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint. Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint.
- Page 114 Using the Menus Option BN Smoother may not be effective for some connected equipment. Description Allows you to customize the level of detail (Reality) Palette and smoothness (Clarity) for up to three input sources. For example, you can create one Custom setting to optimize your cable input's picture, and create another to optimize your DVD player's picture.
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Page 115: Selecting Pc Video Options
Option Selecting PC Video To display the PC screen: ❑ Options The PC Input Video menu includes the following options: Option Display Mode Picture Brightness Color Temp. Backlight Reset Description Clear White Select to emphasize the white colors. Select from or Off. -
Page 116: Using The Audio Menu
Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio menu To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass and Balance ❑ Selecting Audio The Audio menu includes the following options: Options Option Sound Mode Customized audio settings Treble Bass Woofer... - Page 117 Option Description TruSurround Select for surround sound (for stereo programs only). Simulated Adds a surround-like effect to mono programs. Normal stereo or mono reception. Stereo Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in stereo. Enjoy stereo, bilingual and Auto SAP Select to automatically switch to second audio mono...
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Page 118: Selecting Pc Audio Options
Using the Menus Selecting PC Audio To display the PC screen: ❑ Options The PC Input Audio menu includes the following options: Option Sound Mode See “Using the PC Input” on page 81. Description Dynamic Select to enhance treble and bass. Clear Voice Suitable for spoken dialogue. -
Page 119: Using The Screen Menu
Using the Screen Menu To select the Screen menu Selecting Screen The Screen menu includes the following options: Options Option Wide Mode Wide Mode is not Select a screen available if you are mode to use for using Twin View (page 4:3 sources. - Page 120 Using the Menus Option 4:3 Default is set to 4:3 Default anything but Off, the Select the default Wide Mode setting screen mode to changes only for the use for 4:3 current channel. When sources. you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the...
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Page 121: Using The Channel Menu
Using the Channel Menu To select the Channel menu Selecting Channel The Channel menu includes the following options: Options Option Favorite Channels If you are using Video 1 Channel Fix or 4 from the Channel Useful when you options, you can have a cable box switch back and forth or satellite... - Page 122 Using the Menus Option Show/Hide Channels that you set Channels to hide can only be accessed with the buttons. Label Channels Description Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the Program Guide (see page 70) and when you use the channel surf.
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Page 123: Using The Parent Menu
Using the Parent Menu The Parent menu allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. To select the Parent menu ✍ Selecting Parent The Parent menu includes the following options: Options Option Parental Lock Turn ratings on/off and... -
Page 124: Viewing Blocked Programs
Using the Menus Option If you are not familiar Change Password with the Parental Select Country Guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Y.Adult to help simplify the rating selection. To To deactivate the parental control feature set more restrictive ❑... -
Page 125: Selecting Custom Rating Options
Selecting Custom US custom rating options If you selected U.S.A. as the country of residence on page 122, the Custom Rating Options Rating menu includes the following options. (If you selected Canada, see page 124.) To ensure maximum blocking capability, the Option age-based ratings should be blocked. - Page 126 Using the Menus Canadian custom rating options If you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 122, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options. (If you selected U.S.A., see page 123.) Option English Rating French Rating U.S.A. Rating Description All children.
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Page 127: Using The Setup Menu
Using the Setup Menu To select the Setup menu Selecting Setup The Setup menu includes the following options: Options Option Caption Vision Info Banner Label Video Inputs Press MENU Press V or v to highlight the Setup icon and press Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features. -
Page 128: Programming Caption Vision
Using the Menus Option Language i.LINK Standby If a CableCARD is inserted, the i.LINK Standby Off setting uses the same amount of power as the i.LINK Standby On setting. Menu Color Power Saving Light Sensor Programming If you selected the can change the following settings: Caption Vision Option... -
Page 129: Selecting Pc Setup Options
Option Digital CC Advanced Settings Selecting PC Setup To display the PC screen: ❑ Options When there is no signal input, settings for the PC Setup options except Power Management cannot be changed. The PC Input Setup menu includes the following options: Option Auto Adjustment... - Page 130 Using the Menus Option Horizontal Center Vertical Center Wide Mode Power Management Reset Description Select to adjust the horizontal position of the picture. Allows you to move the picture left and right in the window. B or b Press and press to choose a correction between +63 and -64.
- Page 131 PC Input Signal Compatibility Chart Resolution Signal Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line) SVGA 1024 1024 1024 1024 WXGA 1280 SXGA 1280 This TV is not compatible with Sync on Green or Composite Sync. If a signal other than the ones listed above is input, the TV may not properly display the PC screen or it may not allow you to change the settings for the PC input.
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Page 132: Using The Applications Menu
Using the Menus Using the Applications Menu To select the Applications menu Selecting Applications Option Options Memory Stick You can also use the i.LINK MEMORY STICK i.LINK buttons on the Clock/Timers remote control or front panel. Press MENU. Press V or v to highlight the Applications icon press Use the arrow buttons to scroll... - Page 133 Option Description Press V or v to highlight one of the following options, then press Program If you selected day(s), hour, minute, duration, and channel number. Press or press b to confirm each setting and move to the next setting. Press B to go back to the previous setting.
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Page 135: Overview
Other Information Overview This chapter includes the following topics: Topic Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Specifications Optional Accessories Index Page... -
Page 136: Glossary
Other Information Glossary analog signal A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the amplitude or frequency of an electronic transmission to convey information. aspect ratio Refers to the ratio between the width and height of the screen. This TV has a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio, as opposed to a 4:3 aspect ratio. -
Page 137: Contacting Sony
Contacting Sony If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our QUALIA Customer Center at 1-877-QUALIA3(782-5423) (US residents only) or Customer Information Service Center at 1-877-899-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only). -
Page 138: Remote Control
There may be more than one code for the equipment that you are attempting to operate. There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony TV remote. You may need to use the equipment’s original remote control. -
Page 139: Memory Stick
Slide Show (see page 96). Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not be compatible with the Memory Stick Viewer. MPEG1 movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer. Other Information is selected (see page 97), or in the is selected (see page 97). - Page 140 Other Information Problem Possible Remedies ❏ MPEG1 quality is poor when enlarged (page 94) ❏ Error message is displayed ❏ ❏ ❏ Error icon is displayed The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG1 file.
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Page 141: Video
If your TV does not turn on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may need service. Call your local Sony Service Center. Make sure to securely plug the AC power cords of the media receiver unit and the display unit into the wall outlet. -
Page 142: Audio
Other Information Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Striped noise during playback/ recording of a VCR ❏ ❏ Audio Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Good picture, no sound ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Audio noise ❏ Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box ❏... -
Page 143: Channels
Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Switching the channel while using the TV speakers as a center speaker causes sound to stop coming out of the TV speakers ❏ Switching the Center Speaker In option to Off causes sound to stop coming out of the TV speakers ❏... - Page 144 Other Information Problem Possible Remedies ❏ Cannot operate Menu ❏ Lost password ❏ TIMER LED on front panel is ❏ Digital cable box does not work ❏ Cannot record digital channels to VCR ❏ TV cabinet creaks ❏ The signal from a selected i.LINK device is not being displayed ❏...
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Page 145: Specifications
Specifications Panel System Display Resolution Antenna Television System Screen Size (measured diagonally) Channel Coverage Power Requirements Inputs/Outputs HDMI IN Video (IN) S Video (IN) Audio (IN) Component Video Input CONTROL S (IN) CONTROL S (OUT) AUDIO (VAR/FIX) OUT i.LINK RF Inputs Digital Audio Optical Output (PCM/Dolby Digital) CableCARD Slot... - Page 146 Other Information PC (IN) PC AUDIO (IN) Speaker Output Dimensions (W × H × D) Mass Power Consumption In Use In Standby In i.LINK/CableCARD Standby Supplied Accessories Remote Control AA (R6) Batteries AC Power Cord AC Plug Holder Display Interface Cable Antenna Cable Vertical Installation Stand Vertical Installation Stand Screws 2...
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Page 147: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories ❑ HDMI cable ❑ Component video cable ❑ S VIDEO cable ❑ A/V cable ❑ Audio cable ❑ Optical cable ❑ CONTROL S cable : RK-G69 ❑ i.LINK cables: VMC-IL4415 (4-pin to 4-pin, 1.5 meters) VMC-IL4435 (4-pin to 4-pin, 3.5 meters) ❑... -
Page 148: Index
Index Numerics 0 – 9 buttons 4:3 Default settings AC IN Advanced Video Alternate Audio Alternate Video ANT button Antenna, connecting Applications Menu Audio Menu AUDIO OUT jack Audio receiver, connecting Auto Program (channel setup) Auto SAP Backlight Balance, adjusting Bass, adjusting Batteries, inserting in remote control... - Page 149 HD/DVD IN jack (1080i/720p/ 480p/ 480i) jacks, described HDMI Hue, adjusting – i.LINK i.LINK button i.LINK jack i.LINK Standby i.LINK STANDBY indicator Index INDEX button Info Banner Infrared Receiver – Installation of the TV JUMP button Label Channels Label Video Inputs Language, setting Light Sensor MDP, using with TV remote...
- Page 150 set current 131 setting 130 TIMER indicator Transition Effect Treble, adjusting – Troubleshooting TruSurround turning on/off the TV TV Rating TV/VIDEO button Twin View activating a picture 74 button 62 described 16 enlarging pictures 76 picture size, adjusting 76 using 74 Zoom feature 76 U.S.A.