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2-671-222-21(1)
KD-34XBR970
Operating Instructions
Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net Printed in U.S.A. © 2006 Sony Corporation
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KD-34XBR970 2-671-222-21(1)
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Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of WARNING programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to companies for the use of the general public may require rain or moisture. authorization from the broadcaster/cable company and/or program owner. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use this CAUTION polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK or other outl
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and Object and Liquid Entry keep this manual for future reference. Never push objects of any kind into the set Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and through the cabinet slots as they may touch instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating dangerous voltage points or short out parts that instructions or service manual. could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spil
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Ventilation Lightning The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning back or bottom are provided for necessary storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. and to protect it from overheating, these slots and This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and openings must
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Trademark Information WOW, TruSurround and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. WOW and TruSurround technology are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. This TV incorporates
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Contents Contents Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview .......................................................................................................1 Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega ...............................................................1 Package Contents..............................................................................1 Features ............................................................................................1 Setting Up the TV Overview ..........
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Using the Features Overview .....................................................................................................28 Watching TV ................................................................................................28 Using the Program Guide ...........................................................................29 Using Screen Mode .....................................................................................30 Using Favorites Menu.............................
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Introducing the FD Trinitron Wega Overview This chapter describes the contents of the package in which the TV is shipped and provides an overview of the features of your Wega TV. Presenting the FD Trinitron Wega The FD Trinitron Wega (pronounced VAY-GAH) is characterized by outstanding contrast, uncompromising accuracy, and corner-to- corner detail. You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the
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™ ❑ ClearEdge VM Velocity Modulation: Sharpens picture definition by enhancing vertical lines. ® ❑ Steady Sound : Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials. ❑ Component Video Inputs: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p, 480i), and digital set-top box (HD1080i, 720p) connections. ™ ❑ HD Detailer : Wideband video amplifier has a high bandwidth frequency rating, which allows it to send more video information to the screen, resulting in finer
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Setting Up the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV. About the AC The AC power cord is attached to the rear of the TV with a hook. Use caution when removing the AC plug from its holder. Gently slide the Power Cord plug upward to remove it from the hook. Once removed, the AC power plug should automatically disengage from its stored location. ✍ Do not plug in the AC power cord until you have made all other connections. You can detach the cord from
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Rear Panel 1 D DIGIT IGITA AL L A AU UDIO DIO O OUT UT P PCM/ CM/ D DOLBY DIGIT OLBY DIGITA AL L 2 7 3 4 5 6 Jack Description 1 S VIDEO IN 1/3 Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack of your VCR or other video equipment that has S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than either composite video (2) or VHF/UHF (7) connections. 2 VIDEO IN 1/3 Connect to the composite A/V output jacks on your VCR or other video VIDEO/L(MONO) component. A third composite A/V input jack (VIDEO 2) is located o
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SETUP Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna The way in which you will connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR. Cable or Antenna For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you: Only ❑ Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels. (If you have a cable box, see page 6.) ❑ Do not intend to conn
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Connecting Two RF If you want to watch RF signals for both antenna (over-the-air) and cable broadcast signals, you’ll need to use an optional A-B switch for Inputs RF inputs (not supplied), as shown below. A/B (Rear of TV) RF Switch Cable VHF/UHF A B Antenna Use the A-B selector to switch between the over-the-air signals and the cable signals. Then set the Cable setting in the Channel Settings to On or Off, as described on page 40. ✍ For best results, be sure to use an RF switch, as shown ab
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SETUP Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP Connecting Optional Equipment Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment: Making Video Your TV includes several types of video inputs. When connecting your TV, use the outputs that are available on your components that Connections provide the best video performance, as described below. Best Video Performance HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Component video S VIDEO Composite video RF/Coaxial Good Video Performa
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VCR and Cable or For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box. Antenna To connect the VCR and Cable or Antenna 1 Connect the CATV cable or Antenna to the VCR’s input jack. Using 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s output jack to the TV’s S VIDEO jacks? VHF/UHF jack. See page 7. 3 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks. 4 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List”
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SETUP Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP VCR and Cable Box For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. With this connection you can: ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box; see “Programming the Remote Control” on page 24.) ❑ Use the TV remote c
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TV Splitter (not supplied) Coaxial DIGIT DIGITAL AL cable A AUDIO UDIO OUT OUT CATV PCM/ PCM/ cable DOLBY DIGIT DOLBY DIGITAL AL Coaxial cable Cable box Cables are often color-coded to connectors. Connect red to red, white to white, etc. Coaxial cable A/V cable VCR A/V cable Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Watch cable (unscrambled) Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input. channels Watch cable box (scrambled) Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable
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SETUP Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s satellite input jack. Using 2 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output S VIDEO jacks? jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks. See page 7. 3 Connect a CATV cable from your cable or antenna to the TV’s CABLE jack. 4 Run Auto Program, as described in “Setting Up the Channel List” on page 20. TV CATV cable/antenna DIGIT DIG
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Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver and VCR and VCR 1 Connect the CATV cable or Antenna to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect one of the splitter’s two output jacks to the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. 3 Use a coaxial cable to connect the splitter’s other output jack to the satellite receiver’s VHF/UHF input jack. Using 4 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s S VIDEO jacks? satellite input jack. See page 7. 5 Use a coaxia
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SETUP Setup SETUP SETUP SETUP SETUP Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Watch the satellite receiver Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 3 in the illustration). Watch the VCR Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the input to which the VCR is connected (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the to operate the satellite remote control. See “Programming the Remote Co
