Sony Trinitron KV-XA34 Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 4-078-793-21 (1) Trinitron Color TV Operating Instructions • Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. KV-XA34 KV-XA29 KV-XA25 © 2000 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 WARNING • Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV. • TV operating voltage: 220 – 240 V AC. For children’s safety, do not leave children For your own safety, do not touch any part of the TV, the power cord and the antenna cable during alone with the TV.
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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 Getting Started CAUTION • Do not connect the power cord until you have completed making all other connections; otherwise a minimum leakage current might flow through the antenna and other terminals to ground. • To avoid battery leakage and damage to the remote, remove the batteries from the remote if you are not going to use it for several days. -
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, DVD, camcorder, video game or stereo system. To watch the picture of the connected equipment, press t (see page 10). Connecting a camcorder/video game equipment using the t (video input) jacks Front of TV S video cable (not supplied) -
Page 7: Component Video
Connecting a DVD player using the t (video input) jacks Rear of TV DVD player LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L VIDEO L(MONO) To t 1, 2, or 3 (video input) Audio/Video cable (yellow) (not supplied) -L (MONO) (white) -R (red) : Signal flow Connecting a DVD player using the (component video input) jacks... -
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: Watching The Tv
Watching the TV This section explains various functions and operations available while watching the TV. Most operations can be done using the remote. Number buttons -/-- JUMP SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE MENU PIC MODE MENU +/–/ENTER ENTER 1 indicator L(MONO) ENTER SELECT AUTO... -
Page 10: Changing The Menu Language
Watching the TV (continued) Additional tasks Press Turn off temporarily ?/1. The 1 indicator on the TV lights up red. ! on the TV. Turn off completely 2 +/–. Adjust the volume Mute the sound t to select “VIDEO 1”, “VIDEO 2” , “VIDEO 3” or Watch the video input “DVD”. -
Page 11: Setting The Sleep Timer
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 wake up. -
Page 12: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations Selecting the SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE picture and sound SOUND MODE PIC MODE MENU modes PIC MODE ENTER You can select picture and sound modes and adjust the setting to your preference in “PERSONAL” option. Selecting the picture mode Press PIC MODE DYNAMIC STANDARD... -
Page 13: Viewing Your Favorite Channels
Viewing your favorite channels Number buttons You can display and select six of your favorite channels directly from your TV -/-- screen. SOUND FAVORITE MODE SURROUND FAVORITE PIC MODE MENU ENTER Press FAVORITE. FAVORITE Press the number button from 1 to 6 to select the desired favorite channel. -
Page 14: Listening With Surround Sound
Listening with surround sound SOUND FAVORITE MODE SURROUND SURROUND PIC MODE MENU ENTER The surround feature enables you to enjoy the sound effects of a concert hall or movie theater. Press SURROUND repeatedly until you receive the desired SURROUND: TruSurround SURROUND: OFF surround sound. -
Page 15: Enjoying Stereo Or Bilingual
Enjoying stereo or -/-- bilingual SOUND programs SURROUND FAVORITE MODE MENU PIC MODE ENTER You can enjoy stereo sound or bilingual programs of NICAM and A2 stereo systems. indicator L(MONO) ENTER SELECT MENU AUTO PROGR PROGR Press A/B repeatedly until you receive the sound you want. - Page 16 Enjoying stereo or bilingual programs (continued) When receiving an A2 program Broadcasting On-screen display (Selected sound) A2 stereo STEREO MONO (Regular sound) (Stereo sound) A2 bilingual MAIN (Sub sound) (Main sound) Receiving area for NICAM and A2 programs System Receiving area NICAM Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Malaysia, Thailand, etc.
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Page 17: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext 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. -/-- SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE MENU PIC MODE ENTER Displaying Teletext Select a TV channel that carries the Teletext broadcast you want to watch. Press to display the text. - Page 18 Viewing Teletext (continued) Additional Teletext tasks Do this display a Teletext page on the TV Press picture Each time you press , the screen changes as follows: Teletext n Teletext and TV n TV. check the contents of a Teletext service Press An overview of the Teletext contents and page numbers appear on the screen.
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Page 19: Introducing The Menu System
Change the TV system: “B/G” t “I” t “D/K” t “M” The BBE is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from BBE Sound, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent No. 4,638,258 and No. 4,482,866. The word “BBE” and the BBE symbol are the trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. - Page 20 Introducing the menu system (continued) How to use the menu SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE You can use the buttons on the remote PIC MODE MENU MENU and on the TV as well to display the ENTER menu and adjust the settings. + / –...
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Page 21: Setting
Changing the SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE “PICTURE” setting MENU PIC MODE MENU + / – /ENTER ENTER The “PICTURE” menu allows you to change the picture settings. Press MENU. Make sure the “PICTURE” P I C T URE ENTER P I C T URE MO DE : DYNAM I icon (... - Page 22 Changing the “PICTURE” setting (continued) Adjusting the “ADJUST” items under “PICTURE MODE” Press + or – to select the ENTER desired item (e.g., “COLOR”), then press COLOR ENTER. Adjust the value according to the following table, then press ENTER. Press – to Press + to “PICTURE”...
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Page 23: Changing The "Sound" Setting
Changing the SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE “SOUND” setting MENU PIC MODE MENU + / – /ENTER ENTER The “SOUND” menu allows you to change the sound settings. Press MENU. Press + or – to select the SOUND ENTER “SOUND” icon ( ), SOUND MODE DYNAM I C SURROUND : OF F... - Page 24 Changing the “SOUND” setting (continued) Adjusting the “ADJUST” items under “SOUND MODE” Press + or – to select the ENTER desired item (e.g., ”BALANCE“), BALANCE then press ENTER. Adjust the value according to the following table, then press ENTER. Press – to Press + to “BASS”...
- Page 25 Changing the “SETUP” setting Number buttons The “SETUP” menu allows you to -/-- change the menu language, adjust the picture position, adjust the program SOUND number setting and select color system. SURROUND FAVORITE MODE MENU PIC MODE MENU + / – / ENTER ENTER Press MENU.
- Page 26 Changing the “SETUP” setting (continued) Adjusting each program number settings (PROGRAM SETUP) Select “PROGRAM SETUP” from the “SETUP” menu. Select “PR” and press ENTER. Press + or – to PROGRAM S E T ENTER PR : select the desired S K I P : OF F program number you CH I L D L OCK : OF F want to adjust, then...
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Page 27: Changing The Channel Preset Ch Preset") Setting
Changing the SOUND MODE SURROUND FAVORITE Channel Preset PIC MODE MENU MENU (“CH PRESET”) ENTER + / – /ENTER setting The “CH PRESET” menu allows you to adjust the setup of your TV. For example, you can receive a channel with a weak signal that fails to be tuned in by automatic presetting. -
Page 28: Presetting Channels Manually
Changing the Channel Preset (“CH PRESET”) setting (continued) Presetting channels manually After selecting “MANUAL PROGRAM”, select the program number to which you want to preset a channel. MANUA L PROG ENTER (1) Make sure “PR” is T V S Y S : B / G selected , then press VH F L OW... - Page 29 If you are not satisfied with the picture and sound quality, you may improve them by using fine tuning. MANUA L PROG ENTER (1) Press + or – to select PR 1 0 AU TO “FINE”, then press T V S Y S : M MANUA L VH F L OW...
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Page 30: 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 31: 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 Solutions Page Snowy picture • Check the antenna cable and connection • Connection is loose or the cable is damaged. - Page 32 • Adjust the antenna direction for – dryers, power minimum interference. Contact a Sony generators, etc. dealer for advice. • Use a highly directional antenna. • Broadcast signals are – Double images or reflected by nearby “ghosts”...
- Page 33 • There is interference the TV screen. from external sources, e.g., heavy machineries, nearby broadcast station. • Contact your nearest Sony service center. indicator on • Your TV may need your TV flashes red service. a number of times between 3-second intervals.
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Page 34: Overview Of Controls
Overview of controls TV front panel L(MONO) ENTER SELECT AUTO MENU PROGR PROGR L(MONO) ENTER SELECT AUTO MENU PROGR PROGR Button Function Page AUTO PROGR Preset channels automatically. Turn off completely or turn on the TV. PROGR +/– Select program number. Standby indicator. -
Page 35: Remote Control
Remote control Button Page Function PROGR +/– Select program number. 0 – 9, ÷ Input numbers. +/– Adjust volume. Turn off temporarily or turn on the TV. Select TV or video input. Display the TV program. -/-- Mute the sound. Display on-screen information. -
Page 36: Specifications
Measured diagonally Screen size (cm) Measured diagonally 696 × 513 × 500 772 × 576 × 516 895 × 674 × 590 Dimensions (w/h/d, mm) Mass (kg) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony Corporation Additional Information...