Connecting Additional4-075-499-22 Equipment Trinitron Color TV ® Operating Instructions KV-27FS12 KV-27FS16 KV-27FV16 KV-32FS12 KV-32FS16 © 2000 by Sony Corporation
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Connecting Additional Equipment 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.
User Guide 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.
Connecting Additional Equipment 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.
User Guide Overloading Do 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 to be used. When the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet as a precaution against the possibility of an internal malfunction that could create a fire hazard. Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a heavy storm.
Connecting Additional Equipment Accessories Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table, or shelf. The 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, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
User Guide 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.
Connecting Additional Equipment Service Damage Requiring Service Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: • When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. • • When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for service. Servicing Do not attempt to service the set yourself since opening the cabinet may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
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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 Cable Box Connections ....................................... 4 Connecting Additional Equipment .................. 6 Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control.............................
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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. Trinitron Color TV Features ® Some of the features you will enjoy include: FLAT CRT — New technologically advanced screen for optimal picture quality.
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. If you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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, you may need to adjust the orientation of the antenna for best reception.
Operating Instructions Cable Box Connections Some cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all channels. If you subscribe to that kind of cable service, use this connection. Scrambled signals coming in to the TV through the cable box cannot be viewed in PIP. If some of your channels are scrambled, consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection (see page 5).
Connecting Your TV Cable Box and Cable Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels (pay channels), but not all of them. This set up allows you to use the remote control to: a) change channels through your cable box when you are receiving a scrambled signal, and b) change channels through your TV. This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled channels coming directly into your TV from your cable.
Operating Instructions Connecting Additional Equipment TV and VCR Rear of TV 2 VCR Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) 1 From cable/ antenna Optional connection To watch video programs from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your VCR). 1 Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your VCR. 2 Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF jack on the TV.
Connecting Your TV TV, VCR, and Cable Box Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels (pay channels), but not all of them. This set up allows you to use the remote control to: a) change channels through your cable box or VCR when you are receiving a scrambled signal, and b) change channels through your TV. This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled channels coming directly into your TV from your cable.
Operating Instructions If you will be controlling all channel selections through your cable box, you should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3 or 4, (see page 27). Optional connection If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you can get better picture quality by connecting Audio/Video cables (not supplied) from AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV. 8 For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/Video cable.
Connecting Your TV TV and Satellite Receiver Rear of TV 2 From cable/ antenna Satellite Receiver 1 SATELLITE IN VHF/UHF AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO Satellite antenna cable IN OUT LINE OUT Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) 3 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver. 2 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV.
Operating Instructions TV, Satellite Receiver, and VCR Satellite antenna cable From cable/ antenna 4 1 Rear of TV VCR SATELLITE IN VHF/UHF AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO LINE OUT 2 AUDIO R AUDIO L VIDEO IN OUT VHF/UHF LINE IN IN Satellite Receiver OUT LINE OUT 3 Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) 5 1 Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver. 2 Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the IN jack on your VCR.
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. Front A/V Panel MENU F VIDEO 2 INPUT VIDEO L(MONO)-AUDIO-R F Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) A/V output If you have an S VIDEO equipped camcorder, you can use an S VIDEO cable for optimum picture quality.
Operating Instructions Connecting an Audio System Using Audio cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE2) on your stereo. Rear of TV AUDIO-L (white) AUDIO-R (red) 12 Line input Set your stereo to the selected line input. See page 24 for additional audio setup instructions.
Connecting Your TV Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing KV-27FV16 only You can connect two VCRs togethers to edit video tapes. You can also connect both VCRs to your TV to view the program being recorded. Rear of TV (KV-27FV16 only) VCR (for playback) 1 Video (yellow) Audio L (white) Audio R (red) VCR (for recording) 2 1 Using an Audio/Video cable (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your first VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on the second VCR.
Operating Instructions Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions This section shows you how to use the more advanced buttons on the remote control and how to use the on-screen menus.
Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Using the Remote Control Button Description 1 MUTING Instantly turns off the sound. Press again or press to restore sound. 2 SYSTEM OFF Powers off all Sony equipment at once, (may not work with older equipment). 3 TV/VTR Press when you are finished using a VCR and you want to switch to the TV input. Your VCR power will remain on. 4 ANT Press to change the VHF/UHF input to the AUX input (KV-27FS16, KV-27FV16, KV-32FS16 only).
Operating Instructions qj MTS/SAP Cycles through the Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) options: Stereo, Mono, and Auto-SAP (Second Audio Programming). qk Change channels directly, and enter numerical values in on-screen displays. 0 9 and ENTER ql GUIDE Brings up the custom guide of your satellite receiver. w; Moves the cursor in the on-screen menus. Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor. Press the center button to select or access an option. wa MENU Displays the on-screen menu.
Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Setting Up the TV Automatically After you have finished connecting your TV, you can perform Auto Program to set up your channels. 1 Press to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears. Auto Setup Auto Program: [CH+] Exit: [CH-] First please connect cable/antenna 2 3 Press the TV FUNCTION button. Press on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform Auto Program, or press to exit.
Operating Instructions Using Picture in Picture (PIP) The Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature allows you to view two channels simultaneously, one in the full size “main” picture and one in a small “window” picture. Indicates which channel is currently receiving sound Main picture Channel number of the main picture Channel number of the window picture Window picture Dual Tuner PIP KV-27FS16, KV-27FV16, KV-32FS16 only These models are equipped with dual tuners. This means that PIP is “ready to use.
Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions To use PIP 1 Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote to view a working channel. 2 3 Press the button and the window picture appears. Use the yellow labeled buttons on your remote control to control the PIP features. See page 18 for descriptions on the PIP control buttons. To check your PIP 1 Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote to view a working channel. 2 Press the button and select that same channel again.
Operating Instructions Quick Start to the Menus The following settings are available in your on-screen menus: Menu Video Allows you to Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Make adjustments to your picture settings. Mode: Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp: Cool VM: High Move Video Select Audio Channel Parent End Timer Setup MENU Basic Change your audio settings.
Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions Menu Video Allows you to Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Set rating limits on your TV based on a program’s rating or content.
Operating Instructions Using the Menus This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting your TV. To access a menu 22 Press to display the on-screen menu. Use G or g to highlight the desired menu, then press Use the F or F 1 2 3 4 5 . buttons to highlight the desired option, then press Press to complete the adjustment. Press to exit the menu. .
Using the Menus Using the Video Menu To access the Video menu, refer to the following steps: To display Video To select To highlight Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Mode: Vivid Picture Brightness Color Hue Sharpness Color Temp: Cool VM: High Move Mode Customized picture viewing Press Select End MENU Vivid: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard: Select for a standard picture. Sports: Select for a bright picture. Movie: Select for a finely detailed picture.
Operating Instructions Using the Audio Menu To access the Audio menu, refer to the following steps: To display Video To highlight Audio Channel Parent Timer To select Setup Basic Treble Bass Balance Steady Sound: OFF Effect: OFF MTS: Stereo Speaker: ON Audio Out: Variable Move Select End MENU Treble Press G to decrease the higher pitched sound. Press g to increase the higher pitched sound. Bass Press G to decrease the lower pitched sound. Press g to increase the lower pitched sound.
Using the Menus MTS Multi-Channel sound Stereo: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo. Mono: Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception. Auto-SAP: Select to have the TV automatically switch to a Second Audio Program (SAP) when a signal is received. If your TV is set to Auto-SAP, some programs may be muted or distorted. If your TV does not output sound, change your Audio settings to Stereo or Mono. Press for direct MTS settings (Stereo, Mono, Auto-SAP).
Operating Instructions Using the Channel Setup Menu To access the Channel Setup menu, refer to the following steps: To display To select To highlight Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Favorite Channel Cable: ON Channel Fix: OFF Auto Program Channel Skip/Add Channel Label Move End MENU With the Favorite Channel menu open: 1 Press to select. 2 Use the F or buttons to select Auto or Manual. When Auto is selected, the last seven channels accessed by the 0 9 buttons will appear.
Using the Menus Channel Fix 2-6: Select when you want to control all channel selection through a cable box or VCR. Select the appropriate channel (usually 3 or 4) and use the cable box’s or VCR’s remote control for channel selection. Video 1: Select from available video inputs when you have connected video equipment (e.g. satellite receiver) and you want your TV fixed to it.
Operating Instructions Parental Control The Parental Control feature is designed to help parents monitor what their children watch on television. This section shows you the different rating systems available and how to set your TV’s rating limit. Overview of the Ratings Once you have become familiar with these rating systems, you should be ready to set your TV’s rating limit. TV Ratings The TV ratings are divided into two groups: age-based and content-based.
Using the Menus Movie Ratings (U.S. models only) This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable channels. Rating Defined as G General audience PG Parental Guidance suggested PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned R Restricted NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted X Adult audience only Movie Ratings G: _ PG: _ PG-13: _ R: _ NC-17: _ _ X: Press to block rating Move Select End MENU Unrated (U.S.
Operating Instructions English Ratings (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English. Rating Defined as C Children C8+ Children 8 years and older G General programming PG Parental Guidance 14+ Viewers 14 and older 18+ Adult programming English Rating _ C: C8+: _ _ G: PG: _ 14+: _ 18+: _ Press to block rating Move Select End MENU French Ratings (Canadian models only) These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.
Using the Menus Using the Parental Control Menu To access the Parental Control menu, refer to the following steps: To display Video To select To highlight Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Password: ____ Use [0-9] buttons to enter new password Move Select End MENU In the Parental Control menu, you will be asked to set a 4-digit password for any further access into Parental Control. 1 2 Press , then use the 0 9 buttons to enter a 4-digit password.
Operating Instructions Setting the rating You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options. Video Audio Channel Parent Timer Setup Basic Parental Lock: OFF Change Password Press settings to change Move 1 Select End Move the cursor to Parental Lock and press MENU . If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system, use one of the following preselected categories to simplify the rating selections: Child, Youth, or Young Adult.
Using the Menus Changing your password 1 Use the F or f buttons to move the cursor to Change Password and press . 2 Follow steps 1 and 2 of “Using the Parental Control Menu” on page 31. Information for Parents To view a program that exceeds the TV rating Press , then use the 0 9 buttons to enter your password. Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock to OFF. To reactivate your Lock settings, turn the TV off then back on.
Operating Instructions Using the Timer Menu To access the Timer menu, refer to the following steps: To display Video To highlight Audio Channel Parent Timer To select Setup Basic Timer 1: Set Timer 2: Set Current Time Daylight Saving: OFF --Move Current Time Timer 1 and Timer 2 Scheduled viewing 34 --:--AM End MENU With the menu open: 1 Press F or f to select the current time, then press (If you are in Daylight Saving time, be sure to set Daylight Saving to “ON”).
Using the Menus Using the Setup Menu To access the Setup menu, refer to the following steps: To display Video to highlight Audio Channel Parent Timer to select Setup Basic Caption Vision: OFF Video Label Tilt Correction: 0 Language: English 16:9 Enhanced: OFF Demo Move Select End MENU Caption Vision ClosedCaptioning Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption).
Operating Instructions Using the Basic Menu To access the Basic menu, refer to the following steps: To display To highlight To select Basic Menu Picture Caption Vision: OFF Effect: OFF Advanced Menu Move Select End MENU Picture Picture contrast Press G to decrease picture contrast. Press g to increase picture contrast. Caption Vision ClosedCaptioning Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are broadcast with closed caption).
Other Information Other Information Programming the Remote Control You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non-Sony video equipment. 1 2 3 Press . Press or 4 Press Use the chart. 0 9 (FUNCTION). buttons to key in the code number from the following . VCR codes Sony 301, 302, 303 JCPenney 309, 305, 304, 330, 314, 336, 337 Admiral (M.
Operating Instructions VCR codes Realistic 309, 330, 328, 335, 324, 338 Symphonic 338 Sansui 314 Tashiro 332 Samsung 322, 313, 321 Tatung 314, 336, 337 Sanyo 330, 335 Teac 314, 336, 338, 337 Scott 312, 313, 321, 335, 323, 324, 325, 326 Technics 309, 308 Sharp 327, 328 Toshiba 312, 311 Shintom 315 Wards 327, 328, 335, 331, 332 Signature 2000 (M.
Other Information In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied remote control. In this case, use the equipment’s supplied remote control.
Operating Instructions Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. No picture, no sound Poor or no picture, good sound Good picture, no sound No color No signal Dotted lines or stripes Double images or ghosts 40 Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
Other Information Cable stations don’t seem to work Remote control does not operate Cannot change channels with the remote control The TV needs to be cleaned Lost password for Parental Control Cannot access other menus when using the Basic Menu The remote control won’t work in PIP mode Make sure Cable is set to OFF in the Channel Setup menu (page 26). Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in the memory (page 17).
Operating Instructions There is no window picture or it is just static I get the same program in the window picture as in the main picture You lost your remote control Be sure your window picture is set to a video source/ channel that has a program airing. You may be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it. Try cycling through your video inputs using the yellow PIP TV/VIDEO button with the red dot (page 18). PIP is not set to receive a signal from the AUX input.
Other Information Specifications For all models (except as noted) Television system Channel coverage Antenna Picture tube Power requirements Supplied Accessories Optional Accessories KV-27FS12, KV-27FS16 Screen size Inputs/outputs American TV standard/NTSC VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125 75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF FD Trinitron® tube 120V, 60 Hz Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Remote Control RM-Y168 (1) (KV-27FS12, KV-32FS12) RM-Y169 (1) (KV-27FS16, KV-32FS16) RM-Y171 (1) (KV-27FV16) Conne
Operating Instructions KV-27FV16 Screen size Inputs/outputs Visible screen size: 27 inches (679 mm) measured diagonally Actual tube size: 29 inches (736 mm) measured diagonally 3 video, 3 audio 2 S VIDEO 1 Monitor Out 2 RF inputs 1 Y, PB, PR Speaker output Power Consumption 15 W x 2 220 W in use 1 W in standby Dimensions (W/H/D) 762 x 604 x 519 mm (30 x 23 7/8 x 20 1/2 in.) Mass KV-32FS12, KV-32FS16 Screen size 49 kg (108 lbs.
Operating User GuideInstructions Index 16:9 Enhanced 35 D Daylight Saving 34 Demo 35 DISPLAY 15 A Advanced Menu 36 Audio Menu 24 Audio Out 25 Auto Program 17, 27 Auto-SAP 25 E Balance 24 Basic Menu 36 Bass 24 Battery Installation 2 Brightness 23 F Effect 24, 36 OFF 24, 36 Simulated 24, 36 SRS 24, 36 Surround 24, 36 B Favorite Channel 26 H C Hue 23 Cable 26 Caption Vision 35, 36 Channel Label 27 Channel Fix 27 Channel Setup Menu 26 Channel Skip/Add 27 Color 23 Color Temp 23 Connections Cable and
Operating Instructions P Parental Control 28 Parental Control Menu 31 Picture 23 Picture in Picture (PIP) 18 Programming the Remote Control 37 R Remote Control 14 Ratings English Ratings 30 French Ratings 30 Movie Ratings 29 TV Ratings 28 Unrated 29 U.S.A.
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