2-697-124-12(1) LCD Digital Colour TV Operating Instructions Before operating the TV, please read the “Safety information” section of this manual. Retain this manual for future reference.
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM A moulded plug complying with BS1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced with the same rating of fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 (i.e., marked with or ) must be used. When an alternative type of plug is used it should be fitted with the same rating of fuse, otherwise the circuit should be protected by a 13 AMP FUSE at the distribution board.
Table of Contents Start-up Guide 4 Safety information .....................................................................................................................9 Precautions .............................................................................................................................12 Overview of the remote ........................................................................................................13 Overview of the TV buttons and indicators .........................
Start-up Guide To insert batteries into the remote 1: Checking the accessories Push and slide to open. Remote RM-ED008 (1) Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2) Mains lead (Type BF) (1) Notes Coaxial cable (1) Cable holder (1) Support belt (1) and screws (2) Stand (1) and screws (4) 4 GB • Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries. • Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and new batteries. • Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.
3 Start-up Guide 2: Attaching the stand 1 90° Packaging material 4 Stand 2 1 Take out the stand, screws, and packaging material to begin stand setup. 2 3 Set the packaging material as shown. Packaging material Place the TV directly to the stand as shown. After placing the TV on the stand, remove the packaging material. 4 Fix the TV to the stand using the supplied screws. Notes • This TV is very heavy, so two or more people should place the TV on the stand.
3: Connecting an aerial/ VCR 4: Preventing the TV from toppling over Connecting an aerial only Coaxial cable (supplied) Mains lead (supplied) 2 Connecting an aerial and VCR 3 1 Mains lead (supplied) 5: Bundling the cables Coaxial cable (supplied) Scart lead (not supplied) Coaxial cable (not supplied) VCR 6 GB
2 3 Press F/f/G/g to select the language displayed on the menu screens, then press . 4 Press F/f to select the country/region in which you will operate the TV, then press . 1 2 3,4 3,4 1 Connect the TV to your mains socket (220240V AC, 50Hz). 2 Press 1 on the TV (top side). If the country/region in which you want to use the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of a country/region.
4 7: Auto-tuning the TV The TV has now tuned in all the available channels. The TV will now search for and store all available TV channels. 2 4 1 Before you start auto-tuning the TV, insert a pre-recorded tape into the VCR connected to the TV (page 6) and start play back. The video channel will be located and stored on the TV during auto-tuning. If no VCR is connected to the TV, this procedure is not required. Go to step 2. 2 Press G/g to select “OK”, then press .
Safety information Mains lead • Observe the followings to prevent the mains lead being damaged. If the mains lead is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. – Unplug the mains lead when moving the TV set. – When you disconnect the mains lead, disconnect it from the mains socket first. – Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the mains lead. Do not pull on the mains lead itself. – Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The core conductors may be exposed or broken.
Ventilation Optional accessories • Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the cabinet. It may cause overheating and result in a fire. • Unless proper ventilation is provided, the TV set may gather dust and get dirty. For proper ventilation, observe the following: – Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways. – Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down. – Do not install the TV set on a shelf or in a closet. – Do not place the TV set on a rug or bed.
Water and moisture • Do not use this TV set near water – for example, near a bathtub or shower room. Also do not expose to rain, moisture or smoke. This may result in a fire or an electric shock. • Do not touch the mains lead and the TV set with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock or damage to the TV set. Moisture and flammable objects • Do not place any objects on the TV set.
Precautions Viewing the TV • To view the TV comfortably, the recommended viewing position is from four to seven times the screen’s vertical length away from the TV set. • To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot lighting directed down from the ceiling. • View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light or during long period of time, strains your eyes.
Overview of the remote 1 "/1 – TV standby Switches the TV on and off from standby mode. 2 A/B – Dual Sound (page 26) 3 Coloured buttons • In digital mode (page 18, 20): Selects the options at the bottom of the Favourite and EPG digital menus. • In Analogue Text mode (page 16): Used for Fastext. 4 / – Info / Text reveal • In digital mode: Displays brief details of the programme currently being watched. • In analogue mode: Displays information such as current channel number and screen format.
Overview of the TV buttons and indicators (page 22) 1 2 / – Input select/OK • In TV mode (page 21): Selects the input source from equipment connected to the TV sockets. • In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and confirm the setting. MENU 3 2 +/-/ / • Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume. • In TV menu: Moves through the options left ( ) or right ( ). 4 PROG +/-/ / • In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous (-) channel. • In TV menu: Moves through the options up ( ) or down ( ).
Watching TV Watching TV 3 : : : : : : : Interactive service is available (Digital Text) Radio service Scrambled/Subscription service Multiple audio languages available Subtitles available Subtitles available for the hearing impaired Recommended minimum age for current programme (from 4 to 18 years) : Parental Lock : Current programme is being recorded 2 3 Additional operations 3 To Do this Turn off the TV temporarily (Standby mode) Press "/1.
To access Digital Text Smart* Many broadcasters provide a Digital Text service. Digital Text offers graphically rich contents, compared to Analogue Text. Select a digital channel which provides Digital Text, then press /. When a broadcaster provides a dedicated Digital Text channel, select this channel to access Digital Text. To navigate through Digital Text, follow the instructions on the screen. To exit Digital Text, press RETURN. To move around, press F/f/G/g.
Using the Tools menu Press TOOLS to display the following options when viewing the TV programme. Description Close Closes the Tools menu. Power Saving See page 29. Subtitle Setting (in digital mode only) See page 36. Watching TV Options Digital Favourites (in See page 20. digital mode only) Picture Mode See page 23. Sound Mode See page 25. Auto Clock Set (in Allows you to switch to digital analogue mode only) mode and obtain the time. Sleep Timer See page 28.
Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) * 1 In digital mode, press to display the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG). 2 Perform the desired operation, as shown in the following table. Note Programme information will only be displayed if the TV station is transmitting it. Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) * This function may not be available in some countries. To Do this Turn off the EPG Press Move through the EPG Press F/f/G/g.
To Do this Set a programme to be displayed automatically on the screen when it starts – Reminder 1 2 3 4 Press F/f/G/g to select the future programme you want to display. Press . Press F/f to select “Reminder”. Press to automatically display the selected programme when the programme starts. Set the time and date of a programme you want to record – Manual timer REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press . Press F/f to select “Manual timer REC”, then press . Press F/f to select the date, then press g.
Using the Favourite list * The Favourite feature allows you to select programmes from a list of up to 20 channels you specify. To display the Favourite list, see “Navigating through menus” (page 22). Favourite list * This function may not be available in some countries. To Do this Create your Favourite list for the first time A message appears asking if you want to add channels to the Favourite list when you select “Digital Favourites” in the “MENU” for the first time. 1 2 Press to select “Yes”.
Using the Tools menu Viewing pictures from connected equipment Switch on the connected equipment, then perform one of the following operation. For an auto-tuned VCR (page 8) In analogue mode, press PROG +/-, or the number buttons, to select the video channel. For other connected equipment (page 37) Press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol (see below) appears on the screen. On screen display Description Close Closes the Tools menu. Power Saving See page 29. Picture Mode See page 23.
Using MENU Functions Navigating through menus Icon Description Digital EPG Displays the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG). For details about settings, see page 18. “MENU” allows you to enjoy various convenient features of this TV. You can easily select channels or inputs sources and change the settings for your TV. External Inputs Selects equipment connected to your TV. • To watch the desired external input, select the input source, then press .
Picture menu You can select the options listed below on the Picture menu. 1 Press F/f to select “Settings” on MENU, then press . 2 Press F/f to select a menu icon, then press . 3 Press F/f/G/g to select an option. Selects whether to apply settings made in the Picture menu to all inputs, or only to the input currently being watched. “All”: Applies settings to all inputs. “Viewing Only”: Applies settings only to the current input. Picture Mode Selects the picture mode except for PC input source.
Colour Temperature Adjusts the whiteness of the picture. “Cool”: Gives the white colours a blue tint. “Neutral”: Gives the white colours a neutral tint. “Warm1”/“Warm2”: Gives the white colours a red tint. “Warm2” gives a redder tint than “Warm1”. Tip “Warm1” and “Warm2” can only be selected when you set “Picture Mode” to “Custom”. Sharpness Sharpens or softens the picture. Noise Reduction Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal.
Sound menu You can select the options listed below on the Sound menu. To select options in “Settings”, refer to “Picture menu” (page 23). Selects whether to apply settings made in the Sound menu to all inputs, or only to the input currently being watched. “All”: Applies settings to all inputs. “Viewing Only”: Applies settings only to the current input. Sound Mode Selects the sound mode. “Dynamic”: Enhances treble and bass. “Standard”: For standard sound. Recommended for home entertainment.
Dual Sound Selects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast. “Stereo”, “Mono”: For a stereo broadcast. “A”/“B”/“Mono”: For a bilingual broadcast, select “A” for sound channel 1, “B” for sound channel 2, or “Mono” for a mono channel, if available. Tip If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo”, “A” or “B”. i Speaker Link (headphone speaker link) Switches the TV’s internal speakers on/off when headphones are connected.
Screen menu You can select the options listed below on the Screen menu. To select options in “Settings”, refer to “Picture menu” (page 23). Selects whether to apply settings made in the Screen menu to all inputs, or only to the input currently being watched. “All”: Applies settings to all inputs. “Viewing Only”: Applies settings only to the current input. Screen Format For details about the screen format, see “To change the screen format manually to suit the broadcast” (page 16).
Set-up menu You can select the options listed below on the Set-up menu. To select options in “Settings”, refer to “Picture menu” (page 23). Auto Start-up Starts the “first time operation menu” to select the language and country/region, and tune in all available digital and analogue channels. Usually, you do not need to do this operation because the language and country/region will have been selected and channels already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 7, 8).
On Timer Sets the timer to turn on the TV from standby mode. “Day”: Selects the day on which you want to activate the On Timer. “Time”: Sets the time to turn on the TV. “Duration”: Selects the time period after which the TV automatically switches to standby mode again. “Volume Set-up”: Sets the volume for when the timer turns on the TV. Clock Set Allows you to adjust the clock manually.
All Reset Resets all settings to the factory settings and then displays the Auto Start-up screen. Note All settings, including Digital Favourite list, country, language, auto tuned channels, etc. will be reset.
PC Settings menu You can select the options listed below on the PC Settings menu. To select options in “Settings”, refer to “Picture menu” (page 23). Selects a screen format for displaying input from your PC. “Normal”: Displays the picture in its original size. “Full1”: Enlarges the picture to fill the display area, keeping its original horizontalto-vertical aspect ratio. “Full2”: Enlarges the picture to fill the display area.
Analogue Set-up menu (Analogue mode only) You can change/set the analogue settings using the Analogue Set-up menu. To select options in “Settings”, refer to “Picture menu” (page 23). 1 Digit Direct When “1 Digit Direct” is set to “On”, you can select an analogue channel using one preset number button (0 - 9) on the remote. Note When “1 Digit Direct” is set to “On”, you cannot select channel numbers 10 and above entering two digits using the remote.
Manual Programme Preset Before selecting “Label”/“AFT”/“Audio Filter”/“Skip”/“Decoder”, press PROG +/to select the programme number with the channel. You cannot select a programme number that is set to skip (page 34). Programme/System/Channel Presets programme channels manually. 1 Press F/f to select “Programme”, then press . 2 Press F/f to select the programme number you want to manually tune (if tuning a VCR, select channel 00), then press RETURN. 3 Press F/f to select “System”, then press .
Skip Skips unused analogue channels when you press PROG +/- to select channels. (You can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.) Decoder Views and records the scrambled channel selected when using a decoder connected directly to scart connector / 1, or to scart connector / 2 via a VCR. Note This option is not available when “United Kingdom” is selected for “Country” (page 7). Confirm Saves changes made to the “Manual Programme Preset” settings.
Digital Set-up menu You can change/set the digital settings using the Digital Set-up menu. Select “Digital Set-up” and press to display the following menus. To select options in “Settings”, refer to “Picture menu” (page 23). Displays the “Digital Tuning” menu. Digital Auto Tuning Tunes in all the available digital channels. Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 8). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g.
Digital Set-up Displays the “Digital Set-up” menu. Subtitle Setting* Displays digital subtitles on the screen. When “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected, some visual aids may also be displayed with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such information). Subtitle Language* Selects which language subtitles are displayed in. Audio Language* Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme.
Using Optional Equipment Connecting optional equipment You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Connecting cables are not supplied. Connecting to the TV (side) To connect Do this S VHS/Hi8/DVC camcorder A Connect to the S video socket 6 or the composite video socket 6, and the audio L (MONO)/R sockets 6. To avoid picture noise, do not connect the camcorder to the video socket 6 and the S video socket 6 at the same time. If you connect mono equipment, connect to the L socket 6.
Connecting to the TV (rear) To connect Do this PC D Connect to the PC / sockets. It is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites. Digital satellite receiver or DVD player E Connect to the HDMI IN 4 or 5 socket if the equipment has a HDMI socket. The digital video and audio signals are input from the equipment.
Using the Tools menu in PC input mode Press TOOLS to display the following options when viewing pictures input from the connected PC. Options Description Close Closes the Tools menu. Power Saving See page 29. Display Mode See page 23. Sound Mode See page 25. Auto Adjustment See page 31. Horizontal Shift See page 31. Vertical Shift See page 31. Auto Clock Set (in Allows you to switch to digital analogue mode only) mode and obtain the time. i Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones.
Additional Information Specifications Display Unit Power Requirements: 220–240 V AC, 50 Hz Screen Size: KDL-46W2000: 46 inches (Approx. 116.8 cm measured diagonally) KDL-40W2000: 40 inches (Approx. 101.6 cm measured diagonally) Display Resolution: 1,920 dots (horizontal) × 1,080 lines (vertical) Power Consumption: KDL-46W2000: 225 W KDL-40W2000: 185 W Standby Power Consumption*: 0.3 W * Specified standby power is reached after the TV finishes necessary internal processes.
PC Input Signal Reference Chart Signals VGA SVGA XGA WXGA Horizontal (Pixel) Vertical (Line) Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical Standard frequency (Hz) 640 480 31.5 60 VGA 640 480 37.5 75 VESA 720 400 31.5 70 VGA-T 800 600 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines 800 600 46.9 75 VESA 1024 768 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines 1024 768 56.5 70 VESA 1024 768 60 75 VESA 1280 768 47.4 60 VESA 1280 768 47.8 60 VESA 1360 768 47.
Troubleshooting Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is flashing in red. When it is flashing The self-diagnosis function is activated. 1 Count how many 1 (standby) indicator flashes between each two second break. For example, the indicator flashes three times, then there is a two second break, followed by another three flashes, etc. 2 Press 1 on the TV (Top side) to switch it off, disconnect the mains lead, and inform your dealer or Sony service centre of how the indicator flashes (number of flashes).
Sound Problem Cause/Remedy No sound, but good picture • Press 2 +/– or % (Mute). • Check that “Speaker” is set to “On” in the “Set-up” menu (page 29). Noisy sound • See the “Picture noise” causes/remedies on page 42. Channels Problem Cause/Remedy The desired channel cannot be selected • Switch between digital and analogue mode and select the desired digital/ analogue channel. Some channels are blank • Scrambled/Subscription only channel. Subscribe to the Pay Per View service.
Index Numerics D P 1 Digit Direct 32 14:9 16 4:3 Default 27 4:3 16 Digital Auto Tuning 35 Digital Manual Tuning 35 Digital Set-up 36 Digital Set-up menu 35 Digital Text 16 Digital Tuning 35 Display Area 27 Display Mode 23 Dual Sound 26 Fastext 16 Favourite list 20 Parental Lock 36 PC Settings menu 31 Phase 31 Picture menu 23 Picture Mode 23 Picture Off ( ) indicator 14 PIN Code 36 Pitch 31 Power (") indicator 14 Power (1) switch 14 Power Management 31 Power Saving 29 Product Information 29 Programme i
T Target Inputs picture 23 screen 27 sound 25 Technical Set-up 36 Timer ( ) indicator 14 Timer list 19 Timer REC 18 Timer Settings 28 Tools 17, 21, 39 Treble 25 V VCR connecting 6 recording 18 Vertical Shift 27, 31 Vertical Size 27 Volume Offset 25 W Wide 16 Z Zoom 16 Additional Information 45 GB
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