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4-084-917-12

2001 by Sony Corporation KDP-57XBR2 KDP-65XBR2

Digital High DefinitionProjection TVOperating Instructions

Digital High DefinitionProjection TVOperating Instructions

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WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose theprojection TV to rain or moisture.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the

presence of uninsulated dangerous voltagewithin the products enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute a risk ofelectric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating and maintenance(servicing) instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.

CAUTIONTo prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug withan extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can

be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Note on Caption VisionThis television receiver provides display ofcaptioning in accordance with 15.119 of th

Note on Convergence AdjustmentBefore you use your projection TV, make su

convergence. For details, see Adjusting thAutomatically (Flash Focus) on page 36.

Note to CATV System InstallerThis reminder is provided to call the CATVattention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that proper grounding and, in particular, specifshall be connected to the grounding systemto the point of cable entry as practical.

Use of this television receiver for other tha

programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or tracompanies for the use of the general publicauthorization from the broadcaster/cable cprogram owner.

NOTIFICATIONThis equipment has been tested and foundlimits for a Class B digital device pursuantRules. These limits are designed to provideagainst harmful interference in a residentiaequipment generates, uses, and can radiate

and, if not installed and used in accordancmay cause harmful interference with radioHowever, there is no guarantee that interfeparticular installation. If this equipment dointerference to radio or television receptiondetermined by turning the equipment off aencouraged to try to correct the interferencfollowing measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving ant

Increase the separation between the e

Connect the equipment into an outlefrom that to which the receiver is con

Consult the dealer or an experienced help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modapproved in this manual could void your aequipment.

CAUTIONWhen using TV games, computers, and similarproducts with your projection TV, or viewing a

TV station whose logo always stays on thescreen, keep the brightness and contrastfunctions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving)pattern such as a station logo is left on the screenfor long periods of time, especially at a highbrightness or contrast setting, the image can be

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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Safety Operate the projection TV only on 120 V AC.

The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the walloutlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fullyinto the outlet, contact your dealer.

If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet,unplug the projection TV immediately and have it checked

by qualified service personnel before operating it further.

If you will not be using the projection TV for several days,disconnect the power by pulling the plug itself. Never pull onthe cord.

For details concerning safety precautions, see ImportantSafeguards.

Installing To prevent internal heat buildup, do not block the ventilation

openings. Do not install the projection TV in a hot or humid place, or in

a place subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

Avoid operating the projection TV at temperature below 5C(41F).

If the projection TV is transported directly from a cold to awarm location, or if the room temperature changes suddenly,the picture may be blurred or show poor color. In this case,please wait a few hours to let the moisture evaporate beforeturning on the projection TV.

To obtain the best picture, do not expose the screen to direct

illumination or direct sunlight. It is recommended to use spotlighting directed down from the ceiling or to cover thewindows that face the screen with opaque drapery. It isdesirable to install the projection TV in a room where thefloor and walls are not of a reflective material.

Trademark InformationManufactured unLaboratories LiceDolby and the dotrademarks of DoLicensing Corpor

XBR is a registered trademark and CineMoSony.

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only toproduct contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Ai.LINK connector may not communicate w

Owners RecordThe model and serial numbers are located projection TV, below the Sony logo, on the TV box (white label). Record these number

below. Refer to them whenever you call upregarding this product.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner,Sony has determined that thisproduct or product models meetsthe ENERGY STAR guidelinesfor energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Model No.

Serial No.

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Important SafeguardsFor your protection, please read these instructions completely, andkeep this manual for future reference.

Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and

instructions placed on the set or described in the operatinginstructions or service manual.

WARNINGTo guard against injury, the following basic safety precautionsshould be observed in the installation, use and servicing of the set.

Use

Power SourcesThis set should be operated only from the type

of power source indicated on the serial/modelplate. If you are not sure of the type of electricalpower supplied to your home, consult yourdealer or local power company. For those setsdesigned to operate from battery power, referto the operating instructions.

Grounding or PolarizationThis set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plughaving one blade wider than the other), or with a three-wiregrounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for

grounding).Follow the instructions below:

For the set with a polarized AC power cord plugThis plug will fit into the power outlet only oneway. This is a safety feature. If you are unable toinsert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversingthe plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to havea suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized plug by forcing it in.

Alternate Warning

For the set with a three-wire grounding type AC plugThis plug will only fit into a grounding-typepower outlet. This is a safety feature. If you areunable to insert the plug into the outlet, contactyour electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

OverloadingDo 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 beingused. When the set is left unattended andunused for long periods of time, unplug itfrom the wall outlet as a precaution againstthe possibility of an internal malfunction that

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Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into the setthrough the cabinet slots as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out partcould result in a fire or electric shock. Neveliquid of any kind on the set.

CleaningClean the cabinet of the projection TV withsoft cloth. To remove dust from the screen,it gently with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains m

be removed with a cloth slightly dampenedsolution of mild soap and warm water. Neuse strong solvents such as thinner or benz

If the picture becomes dark after using the period of time, it may be necessary to cleanprojection TV. Consult qualified service pe

Installation

AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommendedmanufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Water and MoistureDo not use power-line operated sets nearwater for example, near a bathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, inwet basement, or near a swimming pool, e

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, statable or shelf. The set may fall, causing seriinjury to a child or an adult and serious dato the set. Use only a cart or stand recomm

by Sony for the specific model of TV. No pathe TV set should overhang any edge of thcart or stand; any overhanging edge is a sahazard. An appliance and cart combinationshould be moved with care. Quick stops,

excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cthe appliance and cart combination to over

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VentilationThe slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom areprovided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation ofthe set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openingsmust never be blocked or covered.

Never cover the slots and openings with acloth or other materials.

Never block the slots and openings byplacing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or othersimilar surface.

Never place the set in a confined space, suchas a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unlessproper ventilation is provided.

Do not place the set near or over a radiatoror heat register, or where it is exposed todirect sunlight.

Power-Cord Protection

Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over thepower cord, and do not place the set where thepower cord is subject to wear or abuse.

Antennas

Outdoor Antenna GroundingIf an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. Anoutdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity ofoverhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, orwhere it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.

WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM,EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROMCONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS ASCONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.

Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide someprotection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA andSection 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada providesinformation with respect to proper grounding of the mast andsupporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, andrequirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to the NEC

Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for AntennaGrounding.

LightningFor added protection for this television recstorm, or when it is left unattended and untime, unplug it from the wall outlet and diThis will prevent damage to the receiver dpower-line surges.

Service

Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug the set from the wall outlet and refservice personnel under the following con

When the power cord or plugis damaged or frayed.

If liquid has been spilled into

the set.

If the set has been exposed torain or water.

If the set has been subject toexcessive shock by beingdropped, or the cabinet has

been damaged.

If the set does not operate

normally when following theoperating instructions. Adjustonly those controls that arespecified in the operatinginstructions. Improperadjustment of other controlsmay result in damage andwill often require extensivework by a qualified technicianto restore the set to normal operation

When the set exhibits a distinct changindicates a need for service.

ServicingDo not attempt to service the set yourself sopening the cabinet may expose you to danvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicinqualified service personnel.

Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sutechnician certifies in writing that he has uspecified by the manufacturer that have thethe original parts.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fother hazards.

Ground clamp

Antenna lead-in wire

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Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to theset, ask the service technician to perform routinesafety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) todetermine that the set is in safe operatingcondition, and to so certify. When the set reaches

the end of its useful life, improper disposal couldresult in a picture tube implosion. Ask a qualifiedservice technician to dispose of the set.

For Safety

Be careful when moving the projection TVWhen you place the projection TV inposition, be careful not to drop it on yourfoot or fingers.

Watch your footing while installing theprojection TV.

Carry the projection TV in the specified mannerIf you carry the projection TV in a mannerother than the specified manner andwithout the specified number of persons, itmay drop and a serious injury may becaused. Be sure to follow the instructions

mentioned below. Carry the projection TV with the

specified number of persons (seepage 10).

Do not carry the projection TV holding the speaker grill.

Hold the projection TV tightly when carrying it.

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Contents

Introducing the Projection TVOverview .......................................................1Features..........................................................2Package Contents .........................................3Using the Remote Control...........................3Frequently Asked Questions ......................7

Setting Up the Projection TVOverview .......................................................9Carrying Your Projection TV ....................10Installing the Projection TV ......................10Mounting the Rear Speakers

(not supplied).......................................11Projection TV Controls and Connectors..13

Basic Connections.......................................17Connecting a VCR and Cable ...................19Connecting a VCR and Cable Box............20Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing 22Connecting a Satellite Receiver ................23Connecting a Satellite Receiver

with a VCR ...........................................24Connecting an Audio Receiver.................25

Connecting a DVD Player withComponent Video Connectors..........26

Connecting a DVD Player with A/VConnectors............................................27

Connecting a Camcorder...........................28Connecting a Device with an

Optical IN Connector..........................29

Connecting i.LINK Compatible Devices.30Using the CONTROL S Feature ...............34Setting Up the Projection TV

Automatically ......................................35Adjusting the Convergence

Automatically (Flash Focus) 36

Using the Projection TVOverview ...........................Using the Program GuideUsing the Scrolling ChannUsing Favorite Channels .Using Wide Screen ModeUsing Twin View.............

Using the Freeze FunctionUsing the i.LINK Control Using the Timer ................

Using the Projection TVOverview ...........................Using the Video Menu....

Using the Audio Menu....Using the Screen Mode MUsing the Channel Setup Using the Parental ControUsing the Setup Menu .....

Other Information

Overview ...........................Programming the RemoteOperating Other Compon

Projection TV RemoteAbout i.LINK ....................Troubleshooting................Specifications.....................Index....................................

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Introducing the Projection TV

Overview

This chapter gives an overview of the projection TV the package contents, describes the remote control, aanswers to frequently asked questions.

Topic

Features

Package Contents

Using the Remote Control

Frequently Asked Questions

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Features

Some of the features that you will enjoy with your ne

include:

Built-in Digital Television (DTV) Receiver: Youdigital television programs and enjoy the improvquality that these programs offer.

Wide Screen Mode: Watch conventional 4:3 aspbroadcasts in wide screen (16:9) mode.

DRC Multi-Function: Unlike conventional linDRC (Digital Reality Creation) feature doubles vhorizontal lines, resulting in four times the denssources such as DVD, satellite, and digital camco

Twin View:Using the Multi-Image Driver (MIallows you to watch two programs side by side, to zoom in one picture. You can watch pictures frsources (1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i) simultaneou

Program Guide: Lets you select digital channels and review program information from an on-scr

Scrolling Channel Index: Lets you preview anprograms from a scrolling index of video picture

Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and syour favorite channels.

Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parunsuitable programming for younger viewers.

Component Video Inputs:Offers the best video(480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (1080i, 720p,connections.

S-VIDEO Inputs: Provides a high-quality videoconnected equipment.

CineMotion

: Provides optimal picture qualitysources (media originally shot in 24 frames-per-s

i.LINK: Provides a secure digital interface to othentertainment devices, including digital cable sei.LINK allows for the secure transfer of copyrighdefinition content between these devices and yo

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Introducing

Package Contents

Along with your new projection TV, the package con

control and two AA batteries. No additional cables aThese items are all you need to set up and operate thin its basic configuration.

Most components (VCRs, DVD players, etc.) come wcables to connect them. If you want to set up a compmay need to buy extra cables, connectors, etc. Be suron hand before you start to connect your system.

Using the Remote Control

Although some of the projection TVs functionality cusing buttons located on the front panel of the projecpage 13), youll find the remote control to be more co

watching TV.

Inserting Batteries Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matcon the batteries to the diagram inside the battery com

Remove the batteries to avoid damage from possible batteryou anticipate that the remote control will not be used for

Handle the remote control with care; avoid dropping it, getit in direct sunlight, near a heater, or where the humidity is

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Button Descriptions The following table describes the buttons on the remoutside and inside panels.

Outside PanelButton Description

1 MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again orrestore the sound.

2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the projection TVin minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that yo

projection TV to remain on before shutautomatically. Cancel by pressing untilWhile the Sleep feature is set, press oncremaining time.

3 PIC MODE Press repeatedly to step through the vidVivid, Standard, Movie, Game, Pro. Also avamenu. For details, see page 52.

4 ANT Press to change between the VHF/UH

CABLE input.5 WIDE MODE Press repeatedly to step through the W

Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. Also availMode menu. For details, see pages 43 a

6 Use with 0 9 and ENTER buttons to sel(for example, 2.1). For details on selectsee page 38.

7 Press to display the i.LINK Control Pan

i.LINK button on the front panel of thepage 13). For details on using the i.LINsee page 48.

8 INDEX Press to display the Scrolling Channel see page 39.

9 MENU Press to display the projection TV on-sagain to exit from the menus. For detai

0 VOL Press to adjust the volume.

qa Move the joystick B bVv to move the oselect an item, press the center of the jo

qs ADDFAVORITE

Press to add the current channel to the list. For details, see page 40.

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qg RESET Press while a menu is displayed (pagethe settings to the factory defaults. Als

Favorite Channels (see page 42).qh MTS/SAP Press repeatedly to step through the M

Sound (MTS) options: Stereo,Auto SAP, aavailable in the Audio menu. For detai

qj POWER buttons(GREEN)

Press to turn on and off the projection audio/video equipment you have progremote control. For instructions, see PRemote Control on page 68.

qk FUNCTIONbuttons

Press to select the equipment (SAT/CAyou want to operate. The indicator lighwhen pushed to show which device thoperating.

ql TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to step through the vidconnected to your projection TVs video

w; 0 9 and ENTER Press 0 - 9 to select a channel the cha

2 seconds. Press ENTER to select immedwa GUIDE Press to display the program guide. Fo

page 38.

ws CH Press to scan through channels. To scanchannels, press and hold down either C

wd EXIT Press to exit the on-screen menu or disnormal viewing.

wf SURF FAVORITE Press to display the Favorite Channels page 41.

wg JUMP Press to jump back and forth between tprojection TV alternates between the cuthe last channel that was selected.

wh (TWIN VIEW) Press to turn on and off Twin View. Fo44 to 46.

wj DRC

CINEMOTION

Press repeatedly to step through the av

resolution picture modes: Interlaced, ProCineMotion. Also available in the Video see page 53.

wk TIMER Press to program the projection TV to ttune to a specific channel at two schedu(see page 49). Also available in the Setu

Button Description

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Inside Panel

You can access the following buttons by lifting up th

Button Description

1 TV/VCR Press to change the VHF/UHF outpu

2 TransportButtons

m Rewind

N Play

z Record (press together withN)

x Stop

M Fast-forward

X Pause3 DVD MENU Press to display the DVD disc menu.4 B bVv Press B bVv to move the on-screen cu5 MENU Press to display the DVD setup menu6 CODE SET Used for programming the remote con

non-Sony video equipment. For detaiProgramming the Remote Control o

7 POWERPress to turn on and off other audio/vyou have programmed into the remotinstructions, see Programming the Rpage 68.

8 Use to switch control for connected viYou can program one video source foposition. For details, see ProgramminControl on page 68.

9 DVD TITLE Press to display the DVD title.0 ENTER Press to select.qa Press repeatedly to step through the A

options: Dolby Surround,Simulated, and Oin the Audio menu. For details, see pa

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Introducing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is digital TV(DTV)?

Digital television (or DTV) refers to the over-the-airbroadcast standards adopted by the Federal CommuCommission in 1996. Developed by the Advanced TeCommittee (ATSC), a group of manufacturing compstandards define the specifications for 18 digital broa

There are six formats in the ATSC DTV standard that

High Definition Television. The remaining 12 videdescribed as Standard Definition Television.

Although the technical aspects of these standards artelevision viewers, the benefits are as dramatic as thowhen digital music on compact disk was introducedeven more so.

Your Sony projection TV is capable of receiving all 1digital TV formats, including high-definition.

What are thebenefits of DTV?

For the television viewer, digital TV represents one osignificant advances in television since color televisioand white. Here are just a few of the benefits:

Dramatically superior picture quality, with up topicture detail of todays analog television.

Multichannel digital sound, including DolbyD

Widescreen. DTV can provide the same type of wpresentation as you see in movie theaters. The nhas a 16:9 width-to-height (or aspect) ratio, co4:3 aspect ratio of todays conventional television

that digital broadcasts of movies no longer needreformatted for television.

Do I need a specialt t i

No. Initially, digital television will arrive through a sth i VHF/UHF t hi h

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Can this TV receiveconventional analogbroadcasts that areavailable today?

Yes. This TV is designed to receive conventional anacable TV, as well as all formats of digital broadcasts.

can also connect VCRs, DVD players, digital broadcareceivers, and other audio/video components.

When is digitalbroadcasting being

introduced?

The transition from todays analog broadcasting systtelevision will take time to complete. In the fall of 19networks started to broadcast digital programs.

How can I selectdigital channels?

Digital channels are indicated by the use of a decimasubchannel number (for example, 2.1). This numbyou press the CH +/- buttons or press the DISPLAY buttosubchannel directly, use the 0-9 buttons, button, abutton.

For example, to select subchannel 2.1, press:

2+ +1+ ENTER

You can also select digital channels using an on-screeguide. See page 38 for details.

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Setting Up the Projection TV

Overview

This chapter includes illustrated instructions for settprojection TV.

Topic

Carrying Your Projection TVInstalling the Projection TV

Mounting the Rear Speakers (not supplied)

Basic Connections

Connecting a VCR and Cable

Connecting a VCR and Cable Box

Connecting Two VCRs for Tape EditingConnecting a Satellite Receiver

Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR

Connecting an Audio Receiver

Connecting a DVD Player with Component VideoConnectors

Connecting a DVD Player with A/V ConnectorsConnecting a Camcorder

Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector

Connecting i.LINK Compatible Devices

Using the CONTROL S Feature

Setting Up the Projection TV Automatically

Adjusting the Convergence Automatically (Flash Fo

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Carrying Your Projection TV

Carrying the projection TV requires three or more pe

The projection TV is equipped with casters for easy mhard surface. Be sure to move your projection TV usi

Installing the Projection TV

RecommendedViewing Area(Horizontal)

RecommendedViewing Area(Vertical)

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min.2.4m(approx.8ft.)65"min.2.1m(approx.7ft.)57"

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Setting Up

Mounting the Rear Speakers (not supplied)

For surround sound, connect rear speakers to your p

Connecting the RearSpeakers

1 Be sure the TV is turned off.

2 Using the speaker cords, connect REAR SPEAKEyour projection TV to the speaker terminal on onand connect REAR SPEAKER OUT R to the termone.

If you connect rear speakers other than the ones recommespeakers have a maximum input power of more than 20 W

ohms.

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(Rear of projection TV)

Speaker cord

(not supplied)

SpeakerSS-MB115(not supplied)

SpeakerSS-MB115(not supplied)

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Installation For optimum surround sound effect, mount the rear following places (as shown in the illustration):

On a wall or table, as high as the listener s ears.

Rear speakerProjection TV

(Rear of projection TV)

Left rearspeaker

Right rearspeaker

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Setting Up

Projection TV Controls and Connectors

Front Panel To access the front buttons and input jacks on the proin to release the door on the front of the projection T

Control Description

1 POWER Press to turn on and off the projection TV.

2 STANDBY/i.LINK STANDBY

When lit in orange, indicates that i.LINK Standby is On. Windicates that i.LINK Standby is Off. For details, see page 6

3 TIMER When lit, indicates one of the timers is set. For details, see 4 MENU Press to display the projection TV on-screen menu. Press a

the menus. For details, see page 51.

5 i.LINK Press to display the i.LINK Control Panel. For details on uControl Panel, see page 48.

6 B bVv Press B bVv to move the on-screen cursor and press SELEC

7 SELECT Press to select the on-screen highlighted item.

8 TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to step through the video equipment conneprojection TVs video inputs.

9 -CHANNEL+ Press to scan through channels.

0 -VOLUME+ Press to adjust the volume.

qa FLASH FOCUS Press to adjust the convergence (see page 36)

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Side of Front Panel

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qs S VIDEO 2 INPUT Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your camcorder or oequipped video component. Provides better picture qualit

VHF/UHF jacks or the Video IN jack.qd VIDEO 2 INPUT

VIDEO/L(MONO)-AUDIO-RConnect to the audio and video OUT jacks on your camcorcomponent.

Setting Up

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Setting Up

Rear Panel

Connection Description

1 VHF/UHF Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna. VHF/UHF is the digital

2 CABLE Connects to your cable source.

3 S VIDEO IN 1/3/4 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other S

video component. Provides better picture quality than the Vthe Video IN jack.

4 VIDEO IN 1/3/4VIDEO/L(MONO)-AUDIO-R

Connect to the audio and video OUT jacks on your VCR orcomponent. A 6th video input (VIDEO 2) is located on the fprojection TV. The Audio and Video IN jacks provide betterthan the VHF/UHF IN jack.

5 SELECT OUT Connect to the audio and video IN jacks on your VCR or otcomponent. The output signal is determined by the SELECT O

Setup menu (see page 65).

6 HD/DVD IN(1080i/720p/480p/480i)VIDEO IN 5/6

Connect to your DVD player s or digital set-top boxs compPR) and audio (L/R) jacks.

7 CONTROL S Allows the projection TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) re

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9 i.LINK S200 Used for connecting i.LINK equipped devices.

0 Service OnlyFor Sony service use only.

qa REAR SPEAKER OUT Used for connecting optional rear speakers.

qs SUBWOOFER OUT Used for connecting an optional powered subwoofer.

qd AUDIO OUT (VAR/FIX)L(MONO)-AUDIO-R

Connect to the left and right audio inputs of your audio or

Connection Description

Setting Up

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Setting Up

Basic Connections

This section describes how to connect a VHF/UHF a

cable, and CATV cable box.

Connecting aVHF/UHF Antenna

The connection you choose depends on the type of Vantenna you have in your home.

Newer homes are usually equipped with 75-ohm coa

A VHF Only or VHF/UHF

Older homes may have 300-ohm twin lead cable (B

B VHF Only or UHF Only or VHF/UHF

Some homes may have both 75-ohm coaxial and 300cables (C):

C VHF and UHF

75-ohmVHF/UHF

coaxialcable Rear of TV

300-ohm twin lead cable VHF/UHF

Antenna connector

Rear of TV

75-ohm coaxial cable

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Connecting a CATVCable or a

CATV Cable Box

CATV Cable

CATV Cable Box

75-ohmCABLE

coaxialcable Re

Rear

OUT

Cable Box

IN

Cable CABLE

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Connecting a VCR and Cable

Use this hookup if you have cable TV that does not r

box.1 Connect the cable TV cable to the VCRs IN jack

2 Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCRs OUT japrojection TVs CABLE jack.

3 Using an A/V cable, connect the VCRs Audio ajacks to the projection TVs Audio and Video IN

If the VCR you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, you cancable for improved picture quality (compared to a combinacable). Because an S VIDEO cable carries only the video signeed audio cables for sound.

VCR

TVCoaxial cable

A/V cable

AUDIO-L (white)AUDIO-R (red)

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Connecting a VCR and Cable Box

Use this hookup if

Your cable TV company scrambles some channethem (pay channels vs. regular cable channels), suse a cable box

You want to use the Twin View or Scrolling Chafeature.

With this setup you can

Use the projection TV remote control to change cyour cable box when the signal is scrambled.

Use the projection TV remote control to change cyour projection TV when the signal is not scrambprojection TVs tuner provides a better signal tha

Use the Twin View and Scrolling Channel Index

Record both regular cable TV and scrambled cha

To connect a cable box and a VCR, you will need

A small inexpensive device known as a splitter.

Three short coaxial cables.

Either a combination audio/video cable, or an S and audio cables.

1 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jac

2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the two outsplitter to the projection TVs CABLE jack.

3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the other output jato the input jack of the cable box.

4 Use a coaxial cable to connect the output jack of the input jack of the VCR.

5 Use the video line (yellow) of a combination audcable to connect the video output jack of the VCRinput jack of the projection TV.

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To view scrambled channels:

Press TV/VIDEO on the remote control to select the

you connected the VCR. Turn on the VCR, and mVCR input selection is set to RF Input. Then use change channels.

To prevent the accidental switching of channels:

When using a VCR or cable box you can use the

IMPORTANT - To use the Twin View or Scrolling Channel watch premium (scrambled) channels the VCR MUST BE Totherwise, you will be unable to view them.

Cable boxA/V cableCoaxcable

VCR

TV

AUDIO-R (red)AUDIO-L (white)VIDEO (yellow)

Coaxialcable

Coacab


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Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing

The SELECT OUT jacks allow you use a second VCR

program being played by the primary VCR to edit an1 Using an A/V cable, connect the playback VCR

Video OUT jacks to the projection TVs Audio anjacks.

2 Using an A/V cable, connect the recording VCRVideo IN jacks to the projection TVs SELECT OU

3 If necessary, change the video input on your VCsee your VCRs instruction guide.)

To do tape editing

Press TV/VIDEO on the remote control to select the


VCR (playback)

TV

A/V cable A/V cable

You can select the output signal from the SELECT OUT jacks

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Connecting a Satellite Receiver

1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellit

SATELLITE IN jack.2 Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receive

Video OUT jacks to the projection TVs Audio anjacks.

3 Connect a coaxial cable from your cable or antenprojection TVs CABLE jack.

If the receiver you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, you cable for improved picture quality (compared to a combinacable). Because S VIDEO cables carry only the video signal,audio cables for sound.

TV

Satellite receiver

A/V cable

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Connecting a Satellite Receiver with a VCR

1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellit

SATELLITE IN jack.2 Connect the CATV cable to the VCRs VHF/UH

3 Using a coaxial cable, connect the VCRs OUT japrojection TVs CABLE jack.

4 Using an A/V cable, connect the satellite receiveVideo OUT jacks to the VCRs Audio and Video

5 Using an A/V cable, connect the VCRs Audio ajacks to the projection TVs Audio and Video IN

6 If necessary, change the video input on your VCsee your VCRs instruction guide.)

TV

Satellite receiver

VCR

Coaxialcable

CATVcable


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Connecting an Audio Receiver

For better sound quality, you may want to connect yo

to your stereo systems audio receiver.To connect to an audio receiver

Use audio cables to connect the projection TVs Ato the audio receiver s audio LINE IN jacks.

L L

R R

L

R

SUB WOOFER

OUT

AUDIO OUT

FIX VAR

AUDIO-R AUDIO-L

Line

(red) (white)

input

TV


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Connecting a DVD Player with ComponentVideo Connectors

This is the preferred hookup to use if your DVD playcomponent video out jacks.

1 Using three separate component video cables, coplayers Y, PB and PR jacks to the Y, PB and PR japrojection TV. Use the HD/DVD IN 5 or 6 conne

2 Using an audio cable, connect the DVD player sjacks to the projection TVs Audio IN jacks. Be susame column of inputs that you used for the vid(HD/DVD IN 5 or 6).

The Y, PB and PR jacks on your DVD player are sometim

CR, or Y, B-Y and R-Y. If so, connect the cables to like

Component video cables

DVD player

TV

AUDIO-R (red)AUDIO-L (white)

A dio cable

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Connecting a DVD Player with A/V Connectors

Use this hookup if your DVD player does not have cout jacks (as shown on page 26).

1 Using audio cables, connect the DVD player s Ato the projection TVs Audio IN jacks.

2 Using an S VIDEO cable, connect the DVD playeto the projection TVs S VIDEO jack.

To switch between your projection TV, VCR and DVD

Press TV/VIDEO to switch from one input device to

An S VIDEO connection will give a good-quality video signaplayer has component video, that connection (described onan even better signal.

Audio cable

DVD player

S VIDEOcable

AUDIO-R (reAUDIO-L (wh

TV


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Connecting a Camcorder

For easy connection of the camcorder, the projectionAudio and Video inputs (shown below). If you prefeconnect the camcorder to the projection TVs rear AuIN jacks.

Using A/V cables, connect the camcorders AudOUT jacks to the projection TVs Audio and Vid

If you have a mono camcorder, connect its audio outprojection TVs AUDIO L jack.

VIDEO

2INP

UT

SVIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

L(MONO

)

R

VOLUME

FLASHFOCUSCHANNEL

+

+

TV/VIDEO

MENU

Push to open

Inside the front panel

of the projection TV

Ca

If the camcorder you are connecting has an S VIDEO jack, y

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Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector

You can use the projection TVs DIGITAL AUDIO OOUTPUT jack to connect an audio device that is DolPCM compatible, such as an audio amplifier.

Using an optical cable, connect the devices DIGjack to the projection TVs DIGITAL AUDIO OPjack.

The optical output works only for DTV programming, so youconnect the projection TVs analog audio out connectors toanalog audio in connectors, as described on page 25.

LINE

IN

LINE

OUTAUDIO

OPTICAL

IN

TV

Optical cable

Audio amplifier


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Connecting i.LINK Compatible Devices

This projection TV is equipped with i.LINK, which pdigital interface to other digital home entertainmentincluding digital cable set-top boxes. i.LINK allows ftransfer of copyright-protected high-definition contedevices and your digital television.

For more information about i.LINK, see About i.LIN

Using i.LINK Cables This projection TV has two 4-pin S200 i.LINK terminany of the following i.LINK cables with the projectio

At the time this TV went to market, the Sony digital cable sM55CV) is the only i.LINK device that is verified to be compSome early versions of the Sony digital cable set-top box (D

not support an i.LINK digital connection to your TV. If you hthe connection between your Sony digital cable set-top boxyour TV, contact Customer Information Service Center at 1-SONY(7669). In most cases you can continue to use your seTV, using and analog audio/video connection (as shown onof the i.LINK digital connection (also shown on page 31).

Sony Model Number Length

VMC-IL4415 1.5 meters

VMC-IL4435 3.5 meters

Do not use cables other than the types listed above.

4-pin i.LINK cable

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Connecting Cables

1 Using an A/V cable, connect the i.LINK devicesVideo OUT jacks to the projection TVs Audio anjacks.

2 Using an i.LINK cable (see page 30), connect thejack to either of the projection TVs i.LINK jacks

Before connecting this unit to i.LINK-compatible equipment

manual of the i.LINK device to be connected.

DIGITALAUDIO

(OPTICAL)

OUT

PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL

1

2

i.LINK cable

TV

S

A/V cable

s


i.LINK devices can be hotplugged (connected and discoare still powered on). The projection TV automatically recoand displays the screen shown on page 33.


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Notes on Connectingi.LINK Devices

As additional compatible i.LINK devices are introduobserve the following when connecting devices to th

To connect two or more i.LINK-capable devices,cables to connect them as shown below.

You can connect up to 63 i.LINK devices. Howevmaximum number of cables in any serial route i

Do not connect i.LINK devices in a way that crea

Connecting non-compatible devices, such as camPC peripherals, may result in malfunctions.

A B C D

i.LINK i.LINK i.LINK

A B C D

F G

i.LINK i.LINK i.LINK

i.LINK i.LINK

A B Ci.LINK i.LINK

i.LINK

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Completing i.LINKSetup

Before you can use an i.LINK device with the projectto register the device as follows.

1 After youve connected the cables (as described turn on the projection TV, and then turn on the iThe following screen automatically appears.

To add the i.LINK device, highlight Add andpres

2 If you selected Add in step 1, and the device requvideo connection (see the devices instruction mfollowing screen appears.

3 Move the joystick V and v to highlight the videothat connects the i.LINK device to the projectionneed an analog video connection, select None. Th

A confirmation screen appears, which indicates the i

If you select Cancel, the i.LINK device is set up as hidnot appear in the i.LINK Control Panel. To see the devControl Panel, change the i.LINK Setup option from HSetup menu (see page 65).

Depending on the i.LINK device you are setting up, thidisplayed. In this case, the devices video input will be


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Using the CONTROL S Feature

CONTROL S allows you to control your system andequipment with one remote control. In addition to acontrol multiple devices with one remote control, thefeature allows you to always point your remote contprojection TV, instead of having to point it at the othwhich might be hidden or out of direct line of sight.

Use CONTROL S IN to send signals to the projection

Use CONTROL S OUT to send signals to connected

TV

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S tti U th P j ti TV A t ti ll

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Setting Up the Projection TV Automatically

The first time you turn on the projection TV, a series you through the initial setup of the projection TV. Duyou are prompted to set the clock and start Auto Prosearches for and stores a list of analog and digital chreceiving for VHF/UHF and CABLE inputs.

1 PressPOWER

to turn on the projection TV and dispscreen.

2 Press to continue Setup. The set clock screen

3 Move the joystick V and v to set the current dayminute, and AM/PM). Press or move the joyseach setting and move to the next setting. Move go back to the previous setting.

4 After youve set the clock, move the joystick b toand press to continue Setup. The Auto Prograppears.

5 To start Auto Program, press to select Auto Proprojection TV automatically creates a channel lisdigital channels. (This may take a few minutes.)

6 When the channel list is complete, a Congratulatappears.

To see a short demonstration of the features of thpress to select Demo. A self-running introductioof the projection TV begins To exit the demo at a

Be sure to complete all connections before turning on the pfirst time.

The initial setup screens appearonly after turning on the projectionTV the first time, or after selectingFactory Reset in the Setup menu(page 66).

If you need to set the clock at a

later time, press the TIMER buttonon the remote control (seepage 49).

You can also run Auto Program atany time from the Channel Setupmenu (see page 58).

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You can run thedemonstration again byselecting Demo from the Setup

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Adj ti th C A t ti ll (Fl h F )

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Adjusting the Convergence Automatically (Flash Focus)

The projection tube image appears on the screen in tgreen and blue). If they do not converge, the color ispicture blurs.

Before you use your projection TV, be sure to adjust tThe Flash Focus feature allows you to adjust the conautomatically.

1 Tune to a TV or cable TV program.

2 Press FLASH FOCUS on the front panel of the projecpage 13).

The cross pattern appears and Flash Focus beginadjustment is completed when the TV picture re

To Obtain OptimumConvergence forDigital TV Programs

The optimum convergence alignment varies with digWhenever you find that the picture blurs, press FLASH

It is recommended that you perform Flash Focus about 30 projection TV is first turned on.

,

You cannot perform any other functions until Flash Focus hcycle. If you perform any other operation while Flash Focus

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Using the Projection TV Features

Overview

This chapter describes how to use features of your p

Topic Pa

Using the Program Guide 38

Using the Scrolling Channel Index 39

Using Favorite Channels 40

Using Wide Screen Mode 43

Using Twin View 44

Using the Freeze Function 47

Using the i.LINK Control Panel 48

Using the Timer 49


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Using the Program Guide

The Program Guide lets you select digital channels aand review program information from an on-screen

are additional channels of programming broadcast sFor example, channel 4 might include five subchann4.4, 4.5) that are showing programs at the same time

1 Press GUIDE.

The Program Guide appears, with the currently sshowing in the background.

2 Move the joystick V and v to highlight the channwatch.The program on that channel appears in t

3 To remove the Program Guide and watch the higchannel, press .

To exit the Program Guide without changing the channel

Press EXIT or GUIDE.

Analog channels are not available in the Guide.

Program information in the Program Guide is provided by thresult, the Program Guide may sometimes include only the cwithout a program title or description.

The Guide is not availablewhile using any of themultipicture functions, such asTwin View, Freeze, ScrollingChannel Index, or Favorites.

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As an alternative to usingthe Guide you can selectsubchannels directly using the0-9 buttons and the buttonon the remote control. Forexample, to select channel 4.1,press4 + +1 and thenENTER.

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Using the Scrolling Channel Index

The Scrolling Channel Index lets you select programsindex of video pictures.

1 Press INDEX.

The Scrolling Channel Index appears, with the cprogram in the main (left) window, and four scrpictures in the right.

As each picture on the right scrolls to the live prechanges briefly from a frozen video picture to a lright side continues to scroll through the entire c

2 To change the direction of the scrolling, move th

3 To change the speed of the scrolling, move and hV or v.

4 To change a frozen video picture to a live video, joystick V or v to highlight the picture, then pres

5 To move the live video (from step 4) from the rig(left) window of the Scrolling Channel Index, pr

To exit the Scrolling Channel Index

Press EXIT or INDEX.

Live previ

window


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Using Favorite Channels

You can store up to 16 of your favorite channels in thChannels list. You can use the Surf Favorites feature

select channels directly from the list. You can also edChannels list to change the channels that are include

Adding FavoriteChannels

1 Tune to the channel you want to save to the Favoand press ADD.

A message appears, indicating that the channel wFavorite Channels list.

2 To add more channels (to a total of 16), repeat ste

If you try to add more than 16 channels to the Favorite Chann

A message appears, indicating that the Favorite ChaTo change the Favorite Channels list, select Edit (then

Favorite Channels List on page 42). Or to cancel stoselect Cancel.

If you try to add a digital subchannel to the Favorite Channels

Only the major channel number is saved as a Favoriexample, if you are watching channel 51.4 and you pchannel 51 is saved as a Favorite Channel. Then, whFavorite Channel 51, the projection TV tunes to chan

available digital subchannel it finds (channel 51.1, 51

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Surfing the FavoriteChannels List

1 Press SURF.

The Surf Favorites screen appears, with the curr

program in the main (left) window.

2 To see a preview of a program on your Favorite the joystick V or v through the Surf Favorites listhe highlighted channel, when available, appearwindow.

If more than eight Favorite Channels are set, indarrows (Vv), move the joystick V or v to see theFavorite Channels.

3 To remove the Surf Favorites list and watch the hchannel, press .

To exit the Surf Favorites list without changing the channel

Press EXIT or SURF.

Digital channels are displayed as a black box in the pr

2

5

C8

1018

C5

22C11

Main

Window

The letter C indicates thatthe Favorite Channel is a cablechannel.

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Editing the FavoriteChannels List

1 Press MENU.

2 Move the joystick to highlight the Channel Setuppress .

3 Move the joystick to highlight Favorite Channels and

The Favorite Channels list appears.

If more than nine Favorite Channels are set, movor v to see the other Favorite Channels.

4 To select a Favorite (1-16) to edit, move the joystihighlight the number and press .

5 Move the joystick V or v to scroll through the ch

preview of the highlighted channel, when availathe preview window.

6 To set the channel to the Favorite Channel list, p

To set additional channels (to a total of 16)

Repeat steps 4 to 6.

To clear a Favorite Channel from the list

After step 4, press the RESET button on the remote

Digital channels are displayed as a black box in the pr

The letter C indicatesthat the Favorite Channel is acable channel.

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Using Wide Screen Mode

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Wide Screen mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcWide Screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio).

Press WIDE MODE repeatedly to toggle through theMode settings.

Wide Zoom enlargepicture, while the ulower parts of the pcondensed to fit the

m

Normal returns the its original size.

m

Full Mode stretchespicture horizontallythe 16:9 screen.

m

Zoom Mode enlargpicture horizontallyvertically to an equathat fills the 16:9 scrfor watching Letterb

You can also access theWide Mode settings in theScreen Mode menu. For details,see page 56.

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Wide Zoom

Normal

When you change channelsor inputs, the Wide Modesettings revert to Wide Zoom (orthe 4:3 Default setting in theScreen Mode menu). To retain

the current Wide Mode settingas channels and inputs arechanged, set 4:3 Default to Off.For details, see page 57.

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Full

Zoom


Using Twin View

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Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sourceantenna, VCR, DVD, etc., on the screen at the sam

the sound from only one of the sources at a time. Yousources sound is selected.) You can change the relatithe pictures.

Displaying TwinPictures

1 Tune the projection TV to a working channel.

2 Press .

A second picture-window appears.

To cancel twin pictures and watch the active picture

Press or .

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Activating thePicture

With Twin View, the picture highlighted in blue is acpicture, you can:

Change channels. Adjust the volume.

Switch the input sources (to go from UHF/VHFexample, press ANT or TV/VIDEO on the remote con

Change the picture size by moving the joystick V

Factors affecting Twin View include

If you use a cable box to view all channels, the saappears in both windows of Twin View because unscrambles only one channel at a time.

If you use a cable box, you can view the cable boTwin View window and view a signal from a dif

(such as a VCR or DVD player) in the second wi

Digital channels and equipment connected to VID6 inputs display in the left Twin View window oright.

If you are viewing a 4:3 source and a 16:9 enhancas a DVD) side by side in Twin View, the 4:3 soularger.

Twin View is not available while viewing i.LINK

To activate the right picture

Move the joystick b.To activate the left pict

Move the joystic

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Changing thePicture Size

The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of thpictures.

When you adjust the twin screen sizes, the projection

the change. The next time you use the Twin View funmemorized sizes appear.

1 Activate the picture whose sizeyou want to change.

2 Move the joystick V to enlargethe picture.

3 Move the joystick v to make thepicture smaller.

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Using the Freeze Function

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The FREEZE button allows you to temporarily capturepicture. You can use this feature to write down infor

phone numbers, recipes, etc.

1 When the program information you want to captpress the FREEZE button.

2 The projection TV switches to Twin View mode frozen picture on the right, while the current pcontinues on the left.

3 To cancel and return to normal viewing, press thbutton.

The Freeze feature is not available while using Twin View.

Current program

in progress

Froze

pictu

Call 555-1234


Using the i.LINK Control Panel

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The i.LINK Control Panel lets you see a list of i.LINKconnected to and communicating with the projection

1 To display the i.LINK Control Panel, press the

The i.LINK Control Panel appears, which displaydevices that are set to Show in the i.LINK Setup

The projection TV is always the first device listeddevices are connected, they are listed according manufacturers model name. If there are duplicaconnected, they are also designated a number (1device is unknown, it is listed as Device.

If no i.LINK devices are connected to the projectmessage There are no i.LINK devices available

2 To check the status of an i.LINK device, move th

At the time this TV went to market, the Sony digital cable sM55CV) is the only i.LINK device that is verified to be compSome early versions of the Sony digital cable set-top box (Dnot support an i.LINK digital connection to your TV. If you hthe connection between your Sony digital cable set-top boxyour TV, contact Customer Information Service Center at 1-SONY(7669). In most cases you can continue to use your seTV, using and analog audio/video connection (as shown onof the i.LINK digital connection (also shown on page 31).

If the i.LINK device is not listed in the i.LINK Control Pchange the i.LINK Setup option from Hide to Show (se

You can also access thei.LINK Control Panel using thethe button on the projectionTVs front panel. For details, seepage 13.

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Using the Timer

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You can use the Timer to program the projection TV tand tune to a specific channel at two scheduled view

The first time you turned on the projection TV, a setuprompted you to set the clock (see Setting Up the PAutomatically on page 35). If you didnt set the clocinitial setup, you need to set it before you can use thpage 50).

Setting the Timer 1 Press TIMER.

The Set Clock/Timers screen appears, with the csettings shown.

2 To set the Timer, move the joystick V or v to highTimer 2, then press .

3 Move the joystick V or v to highlight one of the foptions, then press .

The clock must be set before you can set either of the is not set, Timer 1 and Timer 2 cannot be selected. ToSetting the Clock on page 50.

Set Select to set or change the timer settings foTimer (Timer 1 or Timer 2).

On Select to turn on the timer settings for the s(Timer 1 or Timer 2).

Off S l t t t ff th ti tti f th

You can also access theTimer through the Setup menu.For details, see page 66.

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/ ), ,confirm each setting and move to the next settinback to the previous setting.

6 After youve set the channel number, press tosettings. The settings are displayed in the Timer Timer is set to On.

The projection TV is now set to turn on, tune to the cset, and then turn off at the times you set for that Timindicator on the front panel indicates the Timer is se

To turn a Timer setting on or off

Select On or Off in step 3 (page 49).

To change a Timer setting

Set the timer (Timer 1 or Timer 2) again. The old timoverwritten.

To set a second Timer setting Set the other unset timer (Timer 1 or Timer 2).

Setting the Clock If you didnt set the clock during the projection TVspage 35), you need to set it before you can set either

1 Press TIMER.

The Timer Setup screen appears (as shown on pa

2 Move the joystick V or v to highlight Set the Clock,

3 Move the joystick V and v to set the current dayminute, and AM/PM). Press or move the joyseach setting and move to the next setting. Move

go back to the previous setting.4 When you finish setting the day and time, press

clock settings.

You can also access theTimer through the Setup menu.For details, see page 66.

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Using the Projection TV Menus

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Overview

To open and choose a menu

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

2 Move the joystick V or v to highlight the icon of want to select and press .

3 Move the joystick V or v to scroll through the op

4 See the specific menu page for instructions on mthe menu.

The Menu gives you access to the following features

Menu Icon Description

The Video menu allows you to make adjustmyour picture settings, lets you customize the PMode based on the type of program you are viand more.

The Audio menu offers enhanced audio optionas listening to second audio programming (SAcustomizing the Effect of the sound on yourprojection TV, and more.

The Screen Mode menu allows you to make WMode adjustments and make changes to the svertical center.

The Channel Setup menu allows you to edit yFavorite Channels list, run the Auto Programfunction, and more.

The Parental Control menu lets you control thviewing of programs based on their ratings.

To end a menu session

Press EXIT.

To move from one menu toanother

Move the joystick B toreturn to the menu icons.

Move the joystick V or vto choose the next menuicon and press toselect it.


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To select the Video menu

1 Press MENU.2 Move the joystick V or v to highlight

the Video icon and press .

3 Move the joystick V or v to scrollthrough the features.

4 Press to select a feature. That

features adjustment appears.

5 Use the joystick to make the desired adjustment

6 Press to select/set.

7 Press EXIT to exit the menu screen.

To restore the factory default settings for Picture, Brightness,

Sharpness, Color Temp Press RESET on the remote control when in the Vid

The factory default settings are restored only for the that is currently selected.

Selecting Video

Options

The Video menu includes the following options.

To change from one VideoMode to another, use the PICMODE button on the remotecontrol.

You can customize eachPicture Mode (Vivid, Standard,Movie, etc.) by changing theother video menu options(Picture, Brightness, Color, etc).

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Option Description

Picture ModePreset pictureviewingmodes

Vivid Select for enhanced picture csharpness.

Standard Recommended for Normal vconditions.

Movie Select to display a finely det

low-light environments.Game Select to reduce the visibility

which often appear in graphanimation (such as in a videcan also be used to improve

Using the Pro

Color Adjust to increase or decrease color intensity

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Hue Adjust to increase or decrease the green tone

Sharpness Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture.ColorTemperatureWhiteintensityadjustment

Choose from three color temperatures:

Cool Select to give the white colo

Neutral Select to give the white colo

Warm Select to give the white colo(NTSC-Standard).

DRC ModeDigitalRealityCreation

Creates a high-resolution picture with 4x denquality sources (i.e., DVD player, satellite re

Interlaced Recommended for moving p

Progressive Recommended for still imag

CineMotion Provides an optimized displautomatically detecting filmapplying a reverse 3/2 pulldMoving pictures will appear

more natural-looking.

AlternateVideo

Allows you to select from the available videcurrent program. (For example, a sporting ebroadcasts multiple video streams.)

To select an alternate video source, move theto select an alternate video option and press when alternate video streams are not broadc

To change from one DRCMode to another, use the DRCbutton on the remote control.

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Using the Audio Menu

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To select the Audio menu


the Audio icon and press .

3 Move the joystick V or v to scrollthrough the options.

4 Press to select an option. That

options settings appear.

5 Use the joystick to scroll through the settings.

6 Press to select the desired setting.


To restore the factory default settings for Treble, Bass, and Ba

Press RESET on the remote control when in the Au

Selecting AudioOptions

The Audio menu includes the following options:

Option Description

Treble Adjust to increase or decrease higher-pitc

Bass Adjust to increase or decrease lower-pitchBalance Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker

Effect DolbySurround

Select for surround sound (fprograms only).

Simulated Adds a surround-like effect programs (requires optional

OFF Normal stereo or mono rece

MTSEnjoy stereo,bilingual andmono programs

Stereo Select for stereo reception wprogram broadcast in stereo

Auto SAP Select to automatically switcTV to second audio programis received (If no SAP signa

To change from one Effect toanother, use the button on theinside panel of the remotecontrol.

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To change from one MTS

Mode to another, use theMTS/SAP button on the remotecontrol.

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Speaker Setup Speaker Select to control which of th

Option Description

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speakers are active. Select frFront/Center/Rear, Front/Center, a

Subwoofer Select whether you are usingsubwoofer (Yes) or not (No).

Test Tone You can use the test tone to speaker output levels. Use CLevel and Front Balance/Rear Bthe levels while the test toneselect On, a test tone is outpu

speaker, as follows:If Speaker is set to Front/Center

If Speaker is set to Front/Center

To turn off the test tone, pre

(Available only when Effect iSurround and Speaker is set toFront/Center.)

Center Level Select to adjust the relative vthe center speakers. (AvailabEffect is set to Dolby Surround ato Front/Center/Rear or Front/Ce

Rear Level Select to adjust the relative vthe rear speakers. (Unavailato Offor Front/Center.)

FrontBalance

Select to adjust the left to rigfront speakers. (UnavailableOff.)

Rear Balance Select to adjust the left to rigrear speakers. (Unavailable

Offor Front/Center.)

SubwooferLevel

Select to adjust the relative vthe subwoofers. (UnavailablSubwoofer is set to No.)

No test tone is output from

the subwoofer.

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Left t Center t Right t Righ

Left t Center t Right


Using the Screen Mode Menu

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To select the Screen Mode menu


the Screen Mode icon and press .


4 Press to select a feature. That

features options appear.

5 Use the joystick to scroll through the options.

6 Press to select the desired option.


Selecting ScreenMode Options

The Screen Mode menu includes the following options:

Option Description

Wide ModeSelect a WideMode to use for4:3 sources.

Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 sthe upper and lower partcondensed to fit the wide

Normal Select to return the 4:3 picmode.

Full Select to enlarge the 4:3 phorizontally only, to fill th

Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 phorizontally and verticallaspect ratio that fills the w

(Wide Mode is unavailable while in Twin

To change from one WideMode to another, use the WIDEMODE button on the remotecontrol.

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4:3 DefaultS l t th d f lt

Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 sth d l t

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Select the defaultScreen Mode touse for 4:3 sources.

the upper and lower partcondensed to fit the wide

Normal Select to return the 4:3 picmode.

Full Select to enlarge the 4:3 phorizontally only, to fill th

Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 phorizontally and verticallaspect ratio that fills the w

Off Select to continue using tMode setting when the chchanged.

Vertical Center Allows you to move the position of the pdown in the window. (Available only in Zoom modes.)

Move the joystick V or v to choose a pos

.

If 4:3 Default is set toanything but Off, the Wide Modesetting changes only for thecurrent channel. When youchange channels (or inputs),Wide Mode is automaticallyreplaced with the 4:3 Defaultsetting. To retain the current

Wide Mode setting as channelsand inputs are changed, set 4:3Default to Off.

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Using the Channel Setup Menu

To select the Channel Setup menu

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To select the Channel Setup menu


the Channel Setup icon and press.


4 Press to select a feature. Thatfeatures options appear.

5 Use the joystick to scroll through the options.



Selecting ChannelSetup Options

The Channel Setup menu includes the following options:

Option Description

Favorite Channels Edit Select to edit the Favoritedetails, see Editing the FList on page 42.

Channel Fix

Useful when youhave a cable box orsatellite receiverconnected

Off Turns off Channel Fix.

VIDEO 1 Use this setting if you hadevice to the Audio and V

2-6 Fix your projection TVto channels 2-6 and use thor satellite receiver to chaSelect one of these settingthe device to the VHF/U

Cable 2-6 Same as 2-6, except you ssettings if you connectedCABLE jack.

Auto Program Automatically programs the projection Treceivable channels

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ChannelSkip/Add

Allows you to customize the channel liswhen using the CH+/ buttons on the rem

Option Description

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Skip/Add when using the CH+/- buttons on the remprojection TV maintains separate channand analog channels.

Digital Select to add or skip digit

Analog Select to add or skip anal

1 Move the joystick V or v to scrochannels until you find the chanskip/add.

2 Press to select it.3 Move the joystick V or v to togg

and Skip. Then press to select

4 Move the joystick B to return toSetup menu, or press EXIT to exit

Channel Logo Allows you to assign logos to channel n

Channel List Select to display the chanTo assign a logo for a channel number:

1 Move the joystick V or v to highchannel number to which you wlogo. Then press to select thanumber.

2 Move the joystick B bVv to highlogos. Then press to assign thselected channel number.

3 Move the joystick B to return toSetup menu, or press EXIT to exit

Digital SignalStrength

Displays the strength of the terrestrial dsignal, to help you adjust your antenna t

reception. When the TV is receiving a gosignal is locked and there are no errors igreen light appears. Adjust the antennauntil the green light appears.


Using the Parental Control Menu

The Parental Control menu allows you to set up the bl k di h i d i

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block programs according to their content and rating

ratings are assigned by a federal rating board. Not arated. Using the Parental Lock blocks programs withbut it does not block an entire channel.

To select the Parental Control menu

1 Press MENU.

2 Move the joystick V or v to highlightthe Parental Control icon and press

.

3 Use the 0-9 buttons on the remotecontrol to enter your four-digitpassword.

4 If this is your first time setting a password, confi

password by entering it again. (The Parental Conoptions appear.)

5 Move the joystick V or v to scroll through the se



You need your password for any future access into themenu. If you lose your password, see Lost password

Using the Pro

Using the ParentMenu

The Parent menu includes the following options.

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If you are not familiar withthe Parental Guideline ratingsystem, you should select Child,Youth, or Young Adult to helpsimplify the rating selection. Toset more restrictive ratings,select Custom.

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Option Description

Parental LockTurn ratings

on/off and select a

rating system

Off Parental lock is off. No prblocked from viewing.

Child Maximum ratings permit US: TV-Y, TV-G, G Canada: TV-Y, C, G

Youth Maximum ratings permit US: TV-PG, PG Canada: TV-PG, PG,

Young Adult Maximum ratings permit US: TV-14, PG-13 Canada: TV-14, 14+,

Custom Select to set ratings manu US: See page 62 for d Canada: See page 63

Change Password For changing your password.

Select Country USA Select to use USA ratings

Canada Select to use Canadian rapage 63).


United States:Selecting Custom

For the United States, the Custom Rating Menu inclufollowing options. (For Canada, see page 63.)

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gRating Options

g g

To ensure maximumblocking capability, the age-based ratings should beblocked.

The content ratings willincrease depending on thelevel of the age-based rating.For example, a program with aTV-PG V (Violence) rating maycontain moderate violence,while a TV-14 V (Violence)

rating may contain moreintense violence.

If you block unrated TVprograms, be aware that thefollowing types of programs

may be blocked: emergencybroadcasts, political programs,sports, news, public serviceannouncements, religiousprograms and weather.

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Option DescriptionMovie Rating G All children and General Aud

PG Parental Guidance suggested.

PG-13 Parental Guidance for childre

R Restricted viewing, parental gsuggested for children under

NC-17

and X

No one 17 and under allowed

TV Rating

Block programs

by their rating,

content or both

Age-Based Options

TV-Y All children.

TV-Y7 Directed to children age 7 and

TV-G General Audience.

TV-PG Parental Guidance suggested.

TV-14 Parents Strongly cautioned.TV-MA Mature Audience only.

Content-Based Options

FV Fantasy Violence.

D Suggestive Dialogue.

L Strong Language.

S Sexual situations.

V Violence.

Unrated

Block programs

or movies that

are broadcast

without a rating

Block Blocks all programs and movibroadcast without a rating.

Allow Allows programs and moviesbroadcast without a rating.

Using the Pro

Canada:Selecting Custom

For Canada, the Custom Rating Menu includes the fo(For the US, see page 62.)

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Rating Options

Viewing BlockedPrograms

You can view a blocked program by pressing the ENTtuned to a blocked program. Entering the correct pastemporarily switches off the Parental Lock. To reactiLock settings, turn off the projection TV. When the pturned on again, your Parental Controls settings are

Option DescriptionEnglish Rating C All children.

C8+ Children 8 years and olde

G General programming.

PG Parental Guidance.

14+ Viewers 14 and older.

18+ Adult programming.

French Rating G General programming.

8 ans+ Not recommended for yo

13 ans+ Not recommended for ag

16 ans+ Not recommended for ag

18 ans+ Programming restricted t

USA TV Rating See page 62 for details.


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the Setup icon and press .


4 Press to select a feature. (That

features options appear.)5 Move the joystick V or v to scroll through the op



SelectingSetup Options

The Setup Menu includes the following options:

Option Description

Caption Vision Allows you to select from three caption mprograms that are broadcast with closed

CC1, CC2,CC3, CC4

Displays a printed versionsound effects of a programCC1 for most programs.)

TEXT1, TEXT2,TEXT3, TEXT4

Displays network/station presented using either halscreen (if available). For clset to CC1.

Info Banner Displays the program namremaining in the program offers this service). Display

channel is changed or thepressed.

Off Turns off Caption Vision.

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Select Out Allows you to select which input to passequipment connected to the SELECT OUDTV

Option Description

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DTV.

Monitor Outputs the picture displa

TV Outputs the signal that the(regardless of the picture dscreen).

VIDEO 1-4 Outputs the signal input to(regardless of the picture dscreen).

Video Input Allows you to select labels to help you rconnected to the audio/video jacks on thexample, if you have a DVD player connVIDEO 2 jack, you can select the label DVinput.

To select a label for a video input:

1 Move the joystick V or v to highinput (VIDEO 1-6) that you wanlabel. Then press to select the

2 Move the joystick V or v to highdisplayed labels. Then press

If you select the label Skip, your DTV skipwhen you press the TV/VIDEO button. i.LI

cannot be assigned to VIDEO 5 or 6.Language Select to display all on-screen menus in y

choice (English, Espanol, Francais).

i.LINK Setup Select to display a list of i.LINK devices tto the DTV. To change the status of an i.L

1 Move the joystick V or v to highdevice. Then press to select t

2 Move the joystick V or v to highfollowing options. Then press

Show Select to display this devicControl Panel.

You can also use theVideo Input option to assignvideo inputs to i.LINK devices.When you select that videoinput, an i.LINK connection isestablished. Only i.LINKdevices that are set to Show(see i.LINK Setup) andwhich support video inputconnection are listed.

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i.LINK Standby

Allows you to

On Allows the i.LINK signal tconnected i.LINK devices

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Option Description

For details about powerz

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manage standbypower

consumption

projection TV is turned off

is orange. The projection Tstandby power than whento Off.

Off Does not allow the i.LINKthrough to connected i.LINthe projection TV is turnedLED is red. The projectionstandby power than whento On.

Set Clock/Timers Select to set the clock and to program yoand off at two scheduled viewing times.page 49.

Demo Runs a demonstration of the features of t

Factory Reset Restores all menu options to their originWARNING: Factory Reset clears all sett

memory, including channel lists, favoritesettings, timers, clock, etc.

For details about power

consumption in standbymodes, see page 78.

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You can also access the Timerusing the TIMER button on theremote control.

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Other Information

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OverviewThis chapter includes the following topics:

Topic Page

Programming the Remote Control 68

Operating Other Components with

Your Projection TV Remote Control

71

About i.LINK 73

Troubleshooting 74

Specifications 77

Index 79

Other Information

Programming the Remote Control

The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand v

Sony Switch Position Progra

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If you have video equipment other than Sony brand

control with the projection TVs remote control, use tprocedures to program the remote control.

1 Check the list of the Manufacturers Codes lisand find the three-digit code number for the mayour equipment. (If more than one code numberwith the number listed first.)

2 Open the panel on the remote control. Then movswitch to one of the four positions (AV1, AV2, AV

3 Press CODE SET.

4 Close the panel on the remote control and enter manufacturers code number.

5 Press ENTER.

6 To check if the code number works, aim the projremote control at the equipment and press the grbutton that corresponds with that equipment. If are done. If not, try using another code listed formanufacturer.

Sony

Equipment

Switch Position

on Remote Control

Progra

Code N

Beta, ED Beta VCRs AV1 303

8 mm VCR AV2 302

VHS VCR AV3 301

DVD Player DVD 751

The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability inwith the remote control.

You must perform step 4 within 10 seconds of step 3.

3

2

5

4

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Tips

If more than one code number is listed, try enterone until you come to the correct code for your e

If you enter a new code number, the code numbe

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If you enter a new code number, the code numbe

entered at that setting is erased.

In some cases, you may not be able to operate yowith the Sony remote control. In such cases, use own remote control unit.

Other Information

Manufacturers Codes

VCRs

DVD Players

Manufacturer Code

Orion 317Panasonic 308, 309, 306,

307

Manufacturer CodeManufactureSonyGE

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Laserdisc Players

Cable Boxes

Satellite Receiv

Sony 301, 302, 303Admiral(M. Ward)

327

Aiwa 338, 344AudioDynamic

314, 337

Broksonic 319, 317Canon 309, 308

Citizen 332Craig 302, 332Criterion 315Curtis Mathes 304, 338, 309Daewoo 341, 312, 309DBX 314, 336, 337Dimensia 304Emerson 319, 320, 316,

317, 318, 341Fisher 330, 335Funai 338GeneralElectric

329, 304, 309

Go Video 322, 339, 340Goldstar 332Hitachi 306, 304, 305,

338Instant Replay 309, 308JC Penney 309, 305, 304,

330, 314, 336,337

JVC 314, 336, 337,345, 346, 347

Kenwood 314, 336, 332,337

LXI (Sears) 332, 305, 330,335, 338

Magnavox 308, 309, 310Marantz 314, 336, 337

Pentax 305, 304Philco 308, 309Philips 308, 309, 310Pioneer 308Quasar 308, 309, 306RCA/PROSCAN

304, 305, 308,309, 311, 312,313, 310, 329

Realistic 309, 330, 328,335, 324, 338Sansui 314Samsung 322, 313, 321Sanyo 330, 335Scott 312, 313, 321,

335, 323, 324,325, 326

Sharp 327, 328Shintom 315Signature 2000(M. Ward)

338, 327

SV2000 338Sylvania 308, 309, 338,

310Symphonic 338

Tashiro 332Tatung 314, 336, 337Teac 314. 336, 338,

337Technics 309, 308Toshiba 312, 311Wards 327, 328, 335,

331, 332Yamaha 314, 330, 336,

337Zenith 331

HitachiJVCMagnavoxMitsubishiOritronPanasonicPhilipsPioneer

RCA/PROSCANSamsungToshibaZenith

Manufacture

SonyHamlin/Rega

Jerrold/G. I.

OakPanasonic

PioneerScientificAtlantaTocomZenith

Manufacture

SonyDish NetworkEchostarGeneralElectric

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Operating Other Components with Your Projection TV Control

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Operating a VCR Open the panel on the remote control and move the the position you programmed for the VCR.

Operating a DVDPlayer

Open the panel on the remote control and move the the position you programmed for the DVD player.

To Do This ... Press

Turn on/off POWER

Select VCR TV/VIDEO

Change channels CH +/-

Record N andRECsimultaneously.

Play N

Stop x

Fast forward M

Rewind the tape m

Pause X (press again to resume no

Search the pictureforward or backward

M orm during playback(release to resume normal pl

Change input mode TV/VCR

To Do This ... Press

Turn on/off POWER

Select DVD TV/VIDEO

Play N

Stop x

Pause X

Step through differenttracks of an audio disc M

to step forward orm t

Step through differentchapters of a video disc

CH+ to step forward or CH- to

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Other Information

Operating a CableBox To Do This ... Press

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Operating a SatelliteReceiver

Operating an MDP(Laserdisc Player)

Open the panel on the remote control and move the the position you programm

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