Troubleshooting - Sony TRINITRON KV-27V42 Service Manual

KV-27V42/27V66/29SL42K/29SL42T/29VL42T/29XL42T
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.
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AUDIO-L
AUDIO-R
Set your stereo to the chosen line input. (See page 20 for additional audio
setup instructions.)
User Guide

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.
PIP (KV-27S46)
Make sure your remote control is programmed to
operate your VCR (see page 31).
No picture, no Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
sound
If a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for
more than a few minutes, call your local service center.
Check the TV/VIDEO settings: when watching TV, set
to TV; when watching video equipment, set to VIDEO
(page 19).
Make sure the batteries have been inserted correctly
into the remote control.
Check your PARENTAL CONTROL settings (pages
28-29).
Try another channel, it could be station trouble.
Poor or no Adjust PICTURE in the VIDEO menu (page 19).
picture, good
Adjust BRIGHTNESS in the VIDEO menu (page 19).
sound
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 3).
Good picture, Press
no sound screen (page 13).
Check your AUDIO settings. Your TV may be set to
SAP (page 21).
No color Adjust COLOR in the VIDEO menu (page 19).
Only snow Check the CABLE setting in the CHANNEL SET UP
appears on the menu (page 24).
screen
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 3).
Make sure the channel selected is currently
broadcasting.
Press the
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Connecting Your TV
Line
input
2
11
so that MUTING disappears from the
button on the remote control.
User Guide
Connecting two VCRs for Tape Editing
KV-27V42, 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.
VCR (for playback)
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1
Connect the VCR intended for playback using the setup instructions
on page 4 of this manual.
2
Using A/V connectors, connect AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR
intended for recording to MONITOR AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on
your TV.
To perform tape editing; set the TV to the video input intended for playback
by pressing
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Dotted lines or Adjust the antenna.
stripes
Move the TV away from other electronic equipment.
Some electronic equipment can create electrical noise,
which can interfere with TV reception.
Double images Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service.
or ghosts
Cannot receive Make sure CABLE is set to OFF in the CHANNEL SET
higher number UP menu (page 24).
channels (UHF)
Use AUTO PROGRAM to add channels that are not
when using an
presently in the memory (page 24).
antenna
Cable stations Make sure CABLE is set to ON in the CHANNEL SET
don't seem to UP menu (page 24).
work
Use AUTO PROGRAM to add channels that are not
presently in the memory (page 24).
Remote Batteries could be weak. Replace them (page 2).
Control does
Move the TV 3-4 feet away from fluorescent lights.
not operate
The TV needs Clean the TV with a soft dry cloth. Never use strong
to be cleaned solvents such as thinner or benzine, which might
damage the finish of the cabinet.
Lost password In the password screen, enter the following master
for PARENTAL password: 4357. After using the master password, you
must create a new password, it cannot be used to
CONTROL
unlock currently blocked channels.
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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(Rear panel KV-27V66 only)
VCR (for recording)
2
on the remote control .
Other Information
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