2-671-222-21(4) KD-34XBR970 Operating Instructions Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net Printed in U.S.A.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. Use of this television receiver for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require authorization from the broadcaster/cable company and/or program owner.
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.
Ventilation Lightning The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna.
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.
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 ..............
Using the Features Welcome Overview .......................................................................................................28 Watching TV ..................................................................................................28 Using the Program Guide...............................................................................29 Using Screen Mode........................................................................................30 Using Favorites Menu.......................
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-tocorner detail. You will recognize the superiority of Wega technology almost immediately. The first thing you will probably notice is minimal glare from the flat picture tube.
Welcome SETUP 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.
Setting Up the TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TV. About the AC Power Cord 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 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.
SETUP Rear Panel 1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM/ DOLBY DIGITAL 2 7 3 Setup 4 SETUP SETUP 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 VIDEO/L(MONO) -AUDIO-R Connect to the composite A/V output jacks on your VCR or other video component.
Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna Cable or Antenna Only SETUP 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. For best results, use one of the following connections if you are connecting a cable or an antenna and you: ❑ Do not need a cable box to unscramble channels. (If you have a cable box, see page 6.) Do not intend to connect a VCR.
SETUP Connecting Two RF Inputs 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 RF inputs (not supplied), as shown below. Cable A/B RF Switch A (Rear of TV) VHF/UHF B Antenna Setup 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.
Connecting Optional Equipment Making Video Connections SETUP Use the directions in this section to connect the following optional equipment: Your TV includes several types of video inputs. When connecting your TV, use the outputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance, as described below.
SETUP VCR and Cable or Antenna For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box. To connect the VCR and Cable or Antenna 1 Connect the CATV cable or Antenna to the VCR’s input jack. 2 Use a coaxial cable to connect the VCR’s output jack to the TV’s Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7. VHF/UHF jack. 3 Use an A/V cable to connect the VCR’s A/V output jacks to the Setup TV’s A/V input jacks.
VCR and Cable Box channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. SETUP For best results, use this connection if: ❑ Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as premium With this connection you can: ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through ❑ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming directly into the TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (The TV’s tuner provides a better signal than the cable box.
SETUP TV Splitter (not supplied) Coaxial cable DIGITAL AUDIO OUT CATV cable PCM/ DOLBY DIGITAL Coaxial cable Cable box Setup Cables are often color-coded to connectors. Connect red to red, white to white, etc. Coaxial cable A/V cable SETUP VCR A/V cable SETUP SETUP SETUP Notes on Using This Connection To Do This ... Do This ... Watch cable (unscrambled) channels Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to select the cable input.
Satellite Receiver To connect a satellite receiver satellite input jack. Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7. 2 Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver’s A/V output SETUP 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks. 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” Setup on page 20.
SETUP Satellite Receiver and VCR To connect a satellite receiver 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. Setup Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7. 4 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s satellite input jack.
Notes on Using This Connection 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 to operate the satellite receiver or VCR If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the remote control. See “Programming the Remote Control” on pages 24-25.
SETUP DVD Player with Component Video Connectors For best results, use this connection if your DVD player has component video (YPBPR) jacks. To connect a DVD player with component video connectors 1 Use three separate component video cables to connect the DVD player’s YPBPR jacks to the YPBPR jacks (VIDEO 4) on the TV. ✍ The YPBPR jacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y, CB and CR, or Y, B-Y and R-Y. If so, connect the cables to like colors.
Use this connection if your DVD player does not have component video (YPBPR) jacks. SETUP DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors To connect a DVD player with A/V connectors 1 Use an audio cable to connect the DVD player’s audio output jacks to the TV’s audio input jacks. 2 Use an S VIDEO cable to connect the DVD player’s S VIDEO jack to the TV’s S VIDEO jack. Setup TV DIGITAL AUDIO OUT DVD player S VIDEO cable SETUP Cables are often color-coded to connectors.
SETUP Camcorder For easy connection of a camcorder, the TV has front A/V input jacks. If you prefer, however, you can connect the camcorder to the TV’s rear A/V input jacks. Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 7. To connect a camcorder 1 Use A/V cables to connect the camcorder’s A/V output jacks to the TV’s A/V input jacks. TV Cables are often color-coded to connectors. Connect red to red, white to white, etc.
If you have a device, such as an HDTV receiver, that has DVI (Digital Video Interface) output, use the following connection. To connect a device that has DVI OUT: 1 Use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to connect the device’s DVI OUT jack SETUP DVI-Equipped Device to the TV’s HDMI IN jack. ✍ You can purchase HDMI cables (or cable adapters) at your local electronics store. the TV’s HDMI analog audio input jacks.
SETUP HDMI-Equipped Device If you have a device, such as an HDTV receiver, that has a HighDefinition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), use the following connection. To connect a device that has HDMI OUT: 1 Use the HDMI cable that came with your device to connect the device’s HDMI OUT jack to the TV’s HDMI IN jack. ✍ HDMI cables transmit both audio and video signals. (Separate audio cables Setup are not necessary.) You can purchase HDMI cables at your local electronics store.
Connecting a Device with Digital Audio IN Connector ❑ Using a RCA cable, connect the TV’s DIGITAL AUDIO output jack to the device’s audio DIGITAL AUDIO input jack. SETUP You can use the TV’s DIGITAL AUDIO output jack to connect an audio device that is Dolby Digital and PCM compatible, such as an audio amplifier.
Setting Up the Channel List SETUP After you finish connecting the TV, you need to run the Initial Setup feature, which automatically creates a list of available analog and digital channels and lets you correct tilt and vertical correction settings. The Initial Setup screens appear when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up. Using Initial Setup 1 Press POWER to turn on the TV. Setup SETUP To run Initial Setup The Initial Setup screen appears.
Using the Remote Control Overview This chapter describes how to set up, program, and use the TV’s remote control. Inserting Batteries 1 Remove the battery cover from the remote control. 2 Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E terminals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Replace the battery cover.
SETUP Button Descriptions Button Description 1 MUTING Press to mute the sound. Press again or press VOL+ to restore the sound. 2 SYSTEM OFF Press to turn off all Sony brand audio/video equipment at once. (May not function with older Sony equipment. Does not function with DVD/VCR combination unit.) qd 3 qf qg qh TV/VCR/DVD Press to change the VHF/UHF output of the VCR (or DVD/VCR combination unit).
Button qs Description The indicator lights up momentarily when pressed to show which equipment the remote control is operating: VCR/DVD: Press to have the remote control operate the VCR or DVD player. SETUP FUNCTION Buttons SAT/CABLE: Press to have the remote control operate the satellite receiver or cable box. TV: Press to have the remote control operate the TV. qd TV/SAT When the remote control is set to operate the TV, press repeatedly to step through the Audio Effect options.
SETUP Programming the Remote Control 6 3 If you have video equipment other than Sony brand (or if you have a Sony DVD/VCR combination unit) that you want to control with the TV’s remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control. ✍ The equipment must have infrared (IR) remote capability in order to be used with the remote control.
Manufacturer’s Codes Manufacturer Realistic Kenwood LXI (Sears) Laserdisc Players Manufacturer Sony Panasonic Pioneer Code 701 704, 710 702 DVD/VCR Combination Units Manufacturer Sony Broksonic JVC Panasonic Samsung Toshiba Code 601 605 604 609 603 602 Cable Boxes Manufacturer Sony Hamlin/Regal Code 230 222, 223, 224, 225, 226 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 218 227, 228, 229 219, 220, 221 214, 215 209, 210, 211 216, 217 212, 213 Jerrold/G. I.
All Equipment SETUP SETUP Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Control To Do This ... Do This ... Switch the TV’s input to the VCR, DVD player, or other connected equipment Set up the TV remote control to operate non-Sony equipment (and Sony DVD/VCR combination unit) Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV’s video inputs. You must program the remote control the first time you use it. See “Programming the Remote Control” on page 24.
Press SAT/CABLE FUNCTION To Do This ... Press Activate the remote control VCR/DVD FUNCTION to operate the DVD CH+ to step forward or CH- to step backward 0-9, B b (to move cursor), ENTER MENU VvBb Select item SELECT To Do This ...
Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Watching TV z For a complete list of all the functions of the remote control, see pages 21-25. To Do This ... Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the TV Press TV FUNCTION Turn on/off the TV Press TV POWER Tune directly to a channel To tune to analog channels, press 0-9 and then ENTER. For digital subchannels, press 0-9, press 0-9 again, and then ENTER. , For example, to select subchannel 21.
Using the Program Guide ✍ The Program Guide cannot be displayed when the TV is tuned to one of the SETUP The program guide lets you review program information and select both analog and digital channels. video inputs. To display the program guide: Press GUIDE on the TV’s remote control. The program guide appears, GUIDE with the currently selected program showing in the background. Selectable channel list C23.
Using Screen Mode SETUP The Screen Mode feature lets you change the picture size for both standard-definition (480i/480p) and high-definition (720p/1080i) z You can also access the Screen sources. Mode settings in the Screen Settings. ❑ For details, see page 39. Press SCREEN MODE repeatedly to toggle through the following Screen Mode settings. Using Screen Mode with Standard Definition (480i/480p) Sources Example Description Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the picture proportionately.
Using Screen Mode with High-Definition (720p/1080i) Sources Example Description SETUP Full displays the picture at its original size. SCREEN If the source is a 16:9 high-definition (720p/1080i) signal, the picture fills the screen. Full (native 16:9) SETUP If the source is a 4:3 standard-definition signal that has been upconverted, bars are shown to fill the 16:9 screen. Full (upconverted 4:3) m SETUP Zoom enlarges the picture proportionately, both vertically and horizontally.
Using Favorites Menu SETUP The Favorites Menu feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify. You can create a list using the Favorites Menu option in the Menu, Channel Setting, or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide. SETUP Using the Favorites Menu 1 Press MENU to display the Menu. 2 Press v to highlight the Favorites and press . 3 Use V or v to select Add to Favorites.
Using the Menu Overview The External Inputs features lets you select equipment that is connected to you TV. You can assign a label to your equipment or skip unused inputs conveniently. External Inputs MENU Exit External Inputs Video 1 Video 2 Favorites External Inputs TV Video 3 Video 4 Video 5 Settings Video 6 Edit Video Labels Exit: MENU Select from connected equipment The Favorites feature lets select programs from the list of up to 16 favorites channels that you specify.
Menus Using the Menu External Inputs in MENU The External Inputs feature lets you select the external inputs connected to your TV. You can also assign a label using Label Video Inputs in the Setup settings. External Inputs Exit Video 1 DVD Video 2 Satellite 1 Video 3 Cable Box Video 4 Receiver Video 5 VCR Video 6 Camcorder The External Inputs list appears. Make your selection. Edit Video Labels SETUP Select External Inputs from the MENU control panel and press .
Using the Picture Settings To access the Picture Settings, follow these steps: Menus Antenna 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Picture Picture Mode Exit: MENU Vivid Reset Picture Max Brightness 50 Color 55 Hue 0 Color Temp. Cool Sharpness 40 ClearEdge VM High SETUP Press V / v to highlight. Press to select.
Menus Option Description ClearEdge VM Sharpens picture definition to give every object a sharp, clean Velocity edge. Select from High, Medium, Low, Off. Modulation You can also change the DRC Mode using the DRC MODE button on the remote control. Advanced Settings Select Program to choose among the Advanced Settings options. DRC Mode Creates a high-resolution picture with 4x density, for high quality sources (i.e., DVD player, satellite receiver). Interlaced Recommended for moving pictures.
Using the Sound Settings To access the Sound Settings, follow these steps: Menus Antenna Sound 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Exit: MENU Reset Treble 0 Bass 0 Balance 0 Steady Sound Off Effect Off MTS Stereo Alternate Audio Audio Out Variable SETUP Press V / v to highlight. Press to select.
Menus Option z For having access to Alternate Audio, you can also use the guide button on the remote control. z Alternate Audio is only available for digital programs. Description Alternate Audio When the broadcaster provides an alternate audio stream (When (for instance, the audio may contain a different language), available) this option allows you to select from the available audio streams. Speaker On Select to turn on the TV speakers.
Using the Screen Settings To access the Screen Settings, follow these steps: Menus Antenna Screen 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Screen Mode Exit: MENU Wide Zoom Audo Wide On 4:3 Default Off Vertical Center 0 Vertical Size 0 SETUP Press V / v to highlight. Press to select.
Using the Channel Settings To access the Channel Settings, follow these steps: Menus Antenna Channel 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Exit: MENU Favorite Channels Cable Off Digital Channels Auto Program Show/Hide Channels SETUP Label Channels Press V / v to highlight. Press to select. SETUP Selecting Channel Options The Channel Settings include the following options: Option Description Favorite Channels Lets you set up a list of your favorite channels.
Description Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the Program Guide (page 29) and when you use the CH+/buttons to channel surf. Channels that are set to Hidden do not appear in the Program Guide or when you use the CH+/- buttons. 1 Press V or v to highlight the channel that you want to show or hide. To move between the Major and Digital subchannel lists, press B or b. 3 4 SETUP To change a channel’s setting to Shown or Hidden, press .
Using the Parental Lock Settings Menus The Parental Lock Settings allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. To access the Parental Lock Setting, follow these steps: Antenna Parental Lock SETUP 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Exit: MENU Password Use the 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four-digit password. If this is the first time you are creating this password, confirm the password by entering it again.
Option Description ✍ This icon Unrated Block programs or movies that are broadcast without a rating Allow Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. Block Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. Change Password For changing your password. US Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options Option G All children and General Audience. PG Parental Guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental Guidance for children under 13.
Menus SETUP Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. (For US models, see page 43.) Option Description English Rating C All children. C8+ Children 8 years and older. G General programming. PG Parental Guidance. 14+ Viewers 14 and older. French Rating Viewing Blocked Programs Adult programming. General programming. 8 ans+ Not recommended for young children. 13 ans+ Not recommended for ages under 13.
Using the Setup Settings To access the Setup Settings, follow these steps: Setup 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Exit: Caption Vision (CC) Off Info Banner On Menus Antenna MENU Label Video Inputs Tilt Correction 0 Vert. Correction 0 Language English Menu Color Translucent SETUP Press V / v to highlight. Press to select.
Menus Option Description Tilt Correction Allows you to correct any tilt of the picture. Press B or b to choose a correction between +7 and -7 and press . Vertical Correction Programming Caption Vision Language Select to display all on-screen Menus in your language of choice. Menu Color Enables you to select a specific color for the on-screen menus.
Using the Applications Settings To access the Applications Settings, follow these steps: Menus Antenna 1. Display Menu 2. Highlight and select 3. Highlight and select Applications Exit: MENU Clock/Timers Diagnostics SETUP Press V / v to highlight. Press to select. Selecting Applications Options The Applications Settings include the following options: You can also change the Sleep options using the SLEEP button on the remote control.
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Other Information Glossary analog signal aspect ratio A signaling method that uses continuous changes in the amplitude or frequency of an electronic transmission to convey information. Refers to the ratio between the width and height of the screen and picture image. This model has a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio.
Contacting Sony If you have additional questions, service needs, or technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers: http://www.sony.com/TVsupport 1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Residents 1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Residents Other Before calling Sony customer support or visiting our website, please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV. You’ll find this information on the front cover of this manual.
Problem Possible Remedies Cannot receive any ❏ channels when using cable TV Cannot receive or select ❏ channels Some digital cable channels ❏ are not being displayed ❏ ❏ Use Auto Program in the Channel Settings to add receivable TV channels that are not presently in TV memory (see page 40). Certain cable TV companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable channels. Check with your cable TV company for more information. Some optional digital cable broadcast formats may not be supported.
Other SETUP SETUP SETUP Other Info Problem Possible Remedies Only snow and noise appear on the screen Dotted lines or stripes ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Double images or ghosts ❏ “Black box” on screen ❏ Bars appear at the ❏ top and bottom of the screen Check the antenna/cable connections. Try another channel; it could be station trouble. Adjust the antenna. Move the TV away from noise sources such as cars, neon signs, or hairdryers. Using a highly directional outdoor antenna or a cable may solve the problem.
Specifications Picture Tube Antenna Television System Channel Coverage Video Audio 3 total (1 on front panel) 3 total (1 on front panel) Audio (IN) 6 total (1 on front panel) Component Video Input 2 (YPBPR) Variable/Fixed Audio (OUT) 1 SETUP Digital Audio Output PCM/Dolby Digital 1 Supplied Accessories Remote Control AA Batteries Visible Screen Size 34 in (863.6 mm) (picture measured diagonally) Actual CRT Size 36 in (914.
Index 0-9 buttons 23, 28 4:3 Default settings 39 A Advanced Settings 36 Alternate Audio 38 antenna, connecting 5 Applications Settings 47 Audio Out 38 AUDIO OUT jack 4 audio receiver, connecting 16 Auto Program (channel setup) 20, 40 Auto SAP, MTS setting 37 Auto Wide 39 B balance, adjusting 37 bass, adjusting 37 batteries, inserting in remote 21 BBE 2 bilingual audio 37 blocking programs. See ratings.
R T Tilt Correction 20, 46 tilt, correcting 20, 46 transport buttons 22 treble, adjusting 37 Troubleshooting 50–52 TruSurround 37 TruSurround, Effect 37 turning on/off the TV 3 TV FUNCTION button 23, 28 TV POWER button 22, 28 TV, MENU 34 TV/VIDEO button 23, 28 V Variable audio setting 38 VCR using with TV remote control 26 with cable box, connecting 9 with cable, connecting 8 with satellite receiver, connecting 12 Vertical Center 39 Vertical Correction 20, 46 Vertical Expand (Screen Mode) 31 Vertical Size
