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Trinitron
Color TV
Operating Instructions
KV-13M42
KV-20M42
KV-20S90
© 2001 by Sony Corporation
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User Guide WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS OUVRIR PRECAUCION RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO NO ABRIR 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. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous volt
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Connecting Additional Equipment You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. NOTIFICATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radi
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User Guide Important Safeguards For your protection, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set, or described in the operating instructions or service manual. WARNING To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and servicing of the set. Use Power Sources For the set with a polarized AC power Th
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Connecting Additional Equipment Overloading Cleaning Do not overload wall outlets, extension Unplug the set from the wall outlet before cords or convenience receptacles beyond cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid their capacity, since this can result in fire or cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth electric shock. Always turn the set off lightly dampened with water for cleaning when it is not to be used. When the set is the exterior of the set. left unattended and unused for long
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User Guide Never place the set in a confined Accessories space, such as a bookcase, or built-in Do not place the set on an unstable cart, cabinet, unless proper ventilation is stand, tripod, bracket, table, or shelf. The provided. set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the specific model of TV any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, an
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Connecting Additional Equipment Grounding or Polarization This set may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact you electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. Anten
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User Guide When the set exhibits a distinct Service change in performance — this Damage Requiring Service indicates a need for service. Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service Servicing personnel under the following conditions: Do not attempt to service the set yourself When the power cord or plug is since opening the cabinet may expose you damaged or frayed. to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personn
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Connecting Additional Equipment
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Contents Introduction ® Trinitron Color TV Features............................ 1 Batteries for the Remote Control....................... 2 About this Manual .............................................. 2 Connecting Your TV Basic Connections................................................ 3 Connecting Additional Equipment .................. 4 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control.................................. 9 Setting Up the TV Automatically................
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User Guide
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Connecting Additional Equipment Introduction ® Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron Color TV. Before you begin using this manual, please check the model number located on the rear of your TV or on the front cover of this manual. The menu and illustrations used in these instructions are for KV-20S90 to show the maximum number of features available. Differences in operation or features will be indicated in the text, for example, “KV-20S90 only.” ® Trinitron Color TV Featu
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Operating Instructions Batteries for the Remote Control Insert two AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the following illustration as a guide. Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to six months. If the remote control does not operate properly, the batteries might be worn out. Remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time. About this Manual This manual provides
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Connecting Your TV Connecting Your TV Read this chapter before setting up your TV for the first time. This section covers basic connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting. Basic Connections TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CATV cable Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the connections below: If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna, it will be necessary to adjust the orientation of the antenna for best reception. 3
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Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your VCR. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV. To watch video programs from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your VCR). Optional Connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you ca
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Connecting Your TV TV and Cable Box Cable Box Rear of TV 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the TV. To view channels from your cable box, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear panel of your cable box) and use the cable box’s remote control to change channels. If you will be controlling all channel selection through your c
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Operating Instructions TV, VCR, and Cable box Rear of TV 3 VCR Cable Box OUT IN 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on your cable box. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack on your VCR. 3 Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from OUT on your VCR to VHF/UHF jack on your TV. If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you should consider using the CHANNEL FIX feature by setting
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Connecting Your TV Connecting a Camcorder Using Audio/Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV. A/V output Front A/V Panel For model KV-13M42, this connection can be made to the Audio/Video input located on the rear of the TV. Connecting Headphones Connect your headphones to the jack on the front of your TV. Front A/V Panel VIDEO L(MONO)-AUDIO-R VIDEO INPUT 7
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