002059370131COVER.fm Page 1 Thursday, February 17, 2005 7:19 PM 2-059-370-14(2) LCD Projection TV KDF-42WE655/KDF-50WE655/KDF-55WF655/KDF-60WF655 LCD Projection TV HD-TV Operating Instructions KDF-42WE655 KDF-50WE655 KDF-55WF655 KDF-60WF655 Printed in U.S.A.
01COV.book Page 2 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the LCD projection TV, below the Sony logo, on the sticker, and also on the TV box (white label). Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.
020reg.fm Page 3 Thursday, February 24, 2005 2:59 PM WARNING Note to CATV system installer To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
01COV.book Page 4 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Safety ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Operate the LCD projection TV only on 120 V AC. The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit into the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer. If any liquid or solid object should fall inside the cabinet, unplug the LCD projection TV immediately and have it checked by qualified service personnel before operating it further.
01COV.book Page 5 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Important Safeguards Overloading Before using your LCD projection TV, please read these instructions completely, and keep this manual for future reference. Always turn the set off when it is not being 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.
01COV.book Page 6 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM On contamination on the screen surface ❑ Never place the set in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided. ❑ Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight. The screen surface has a special coating to reduce reflections. To prevent screen damage, clean the screen as follows: ❑ ❑ ❑ Clean the screen with a soft cloth.
01COV.book Page 7 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Antenna Grounding According to the NEC Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding.
01COV.book Page 8 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM About the LCD projection TV Although the LCD projection TV is made with highprecision technology, black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a structural property of the LCD panel and is not a defect. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. Installation 4) Follow all instructions.
01COV.book Page 9 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Contents Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV...............11 Package Contents ...........................................11 Using This Manual.........................................11 Features ..........................................................12 Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV.......................14 Notes on the LCD Projection TV ..................15 Cleaning the Screen Surface .......................
01COV.book Page 10 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Changing the Picture Size..............................74 Using Favorite Channels........................................75 Using the Channel Menu ...............................75 Using the Favorite Channels Guide ...............76 Using the Freeze Function .....................................77 Selecting Setup Options...............................112 Programming Caption Vision ......................114 Using the Application Menu...................
01COV.book Page 11 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Presenting the Sony LCD Projection TV Thank you for purchasing the Sony LCD projection TV. This manual is for models KDF-42WE655, KDF-50WE655, KDF55WF655 and KDF-60WF655. Package Contents Along with your new LCD projection TV, the packing box contains a remote control and two AA (R6) batteries. These items are all you need to set up and use the TV.
01COV.book Page 12 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Features Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new LCD projection TV include: ❑ WEGA Engine™: Delivers superb picture quality from any video source by minimizing the signal deterioration caused by digital-toanalog conversion and stabilizing the signal processing.
01COV.book Page 13 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV CableCARD™ slot: Provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels — without the need for a set-top box — that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television. The CableCARD, which is provided by your cable TV company, is inserted into the TV’s rear panel CableCARD slot.
01COV.book Page 14 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Enjoying Your LCD Projection TV For KDF-WF655 series For KDF-WE655 series POWER PRO POWER STD/DUO LAMP TIMER POWER/STANDBY STANDBY TIMER LAMP Projection lamp Indicators Screen Indicators Projection lamp Indicators The indicators show the current status of your LCD projection TV. Screen To minimize reflection, the screen’s surface has a special coating.
01COV.book Page 15 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV To enjoy clear pictures ❑ Prevent sunlight or other light sources from shining. ❑ The screen surface is easily scratched. Do not rub, touch, or tap it with a sharp or abrasive object (see “Cleaning the Screen Surface” below).
01COV.book Page 16 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp, which illuminates the picture, has a limited life. If the screen becomes dark, the color looks unusual, or the LAMP indicator on the front of the LCD projection TV flashes, it is time to replace the lamp with a new one (not supplied). WARNING Electric appliances can cause fire or high temperature, resulting in injury or death. Be sure to follow the instructions below.
01COV.book Page 17 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV For KDF-WE655 series 1 Turn off the power on the main unit. Wait several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue to operate for about two minutes after turning the power off.) 2 Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it. Take the new lamp out of the box. ✍ Do not shake the lamp.
01COV.book Page 18 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV 4 Remove the front panel. ✍ The front panel cover is securely attached to the cabinet. Pull firmly on the cover in the numbered order (see illustration) with both hands to release it. 5 Pull out the lamp. Loosen the screw on the lamp cover with a coin or similar object. Remove the cover. Loosen the two screws that hold the lamp, then pull out the lamp. ✍ The lamp is very hot immediately after use.
01COV.book Page 19 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Place back the lamp cover, then tighten the screw. operate properly. In such a case, remove the screw, insert it correctly and then tighten the screw completely (see page 126). ✍ If the lamp cover is not reattached securely, the self-diagnostic function may be triggered and the POWER/STANDBY indicator flashes three times (see page 126). 7 Reattach the front panel securely.
01COV.book Page 20 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV For KDF-WF655 series 1 Turn off the power on the main unit. Wait several minutes, then unplug the power cord. (The cooling fan will continue to operate for about two minutes after turning the power off.) 2 Wait at least 30 minutes after unplugging the power cord to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it. Take the new lamp out of the box. ✍ Do not shake the lamp.
01COV.book Page 21 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV 5 Pull out the lamp. Remove the screw from the lamp cover. Pull down the cover toward you. Unscrew the lamp and pull out the lamp horizontally. ✍ The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Never touch the front glass of the lamp or the surrounding parts. ✍ After it has cooled, place the used lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp. Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag.
01COV.book Page 22 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Introducing the Sony LCD Projection TV Push the cover back on. Make sure that the hole on the cover aligns with the hole on the unit. Reattach the lamp cover by tightening the screw. ✍ If the lamp cover screw is inserted incorrectly, the lamp may not operate properly. In such a case, remove the screw, insert it correctly and then tighten the screw completely (see page 126).
01COV.book Page 23 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Overview This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your LCD projection TV.
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01COV.book Page 25 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Item Description 2 Memory Stick indicator z The CHANNEL + button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile as a reference when operating the TV. When the Memory Stick indicator is lit, indicates that the Memory Stick is being read. (Do not remove the Memory Stick when the indicator is lit.) 3 POWER Press to turn on/off the LCD projection TV. 4 POWER/ STANDBY LED Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on.
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01COV.book Page 28 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Installing the LCD Projection TV Carrying Your LCD Projection TV Carrying the LCD projection TV requires at least two people. Do not hold by the pedestal or the front panel of the LCD projection TV. Doing so may cause these parts to break off. Do not grasp the pedestal or the front panel of the LCD projection TV.
01COV.book Page 29 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV To ensure the safety of children and the LCD projection TV, keep children away from the TV during installation. Climbing on or pushing the LCD projection TV or its stand may cause it to fall. To Prevent the LCD Projection TV from Falling As a protective measure, secure the LCD projection TV as follows.
01COV.book Page 30 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Recommended Viewing Area Your viewing position may affect the picture quality. For the best picture quality, install your LCD projection TV within the areas shown below. Model KDF-42WE655 KDF-50WE655 KDF-55WF655 KDF-60WF655 Viewing distance min. 5.9 ft. (approx. 1.8 m) min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m) min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m) min. 7 ft. (approx. 2.2 m) For KDF-WE655 series Horizontal Viewing Area min . 6.
01COV.book Page 31 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna If You Are Connecting See Page Cable or Antenna ❏ No cable box or VCR 32 Cable and Antenna ❏ No cable box or VCR 33 Cable Box and Antenna 34 ❏ Cable box unscrambles only some channels (usually premium channels) ❏ No VCR Cable Box ❏ Cable box unscrambles all channels ❏ No VCR 35 If you are connecting a VCR ❑ See the connections described on pages 39 and 40.
01COV.book Page 32 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable or Antenna 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 pages 34 to 35.) ❑ Do not intend to connect a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 39 and 40.) The connection you choose depends on the cable type you have in your home, as described below.
01COV.book Page 33 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable and Antenna (This is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are not provided by your cable TV company.) ❑ Do not have a cable box or VCR. (If you have a cable box, see pages 34 to 35. If you have a VCR, see pages 39 and 40.
01COV.book Page 34 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable Box and Antenna Before connecting a cable box, see “Using CableCARD” on page 56. 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. You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 39 and 40.
01COV.book Page 35 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cable Box cable box. ❑ You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 39 and 40.) With this connection you can: ❑ Use the LCD projection TV’s remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the LCD projection TV’s VHF/UHF jack. (You must first program the remote control for your specific cable box.
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01COV.book Page 38 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Making Video Connections Your TV includes several types of video inputs. When connecting your TV, use the inputs that are available on your components that provide the best video performance, as described below.
01COV.book Page 39 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV VCR and Cable Use this hookup if: ❑ You have cable TV that does not require a cable box. 1 2 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 3 Using a coaxial cable, connect the splitter’s other output jack to the VCR’s input jack. 4 Using A/V and S VIDEO cables, connect the VCR’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.
01COV.book Page 40 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV VCR and Cable Box Before connecting a cable box, see “Using CableCARD” on page 56. Use this hookup if: ❑ Your cable TV company scrambles some channels, but not all of them (pay channels vs. regular cable channels) and you need to use a cable box. ❑ You want to enjoy the Twin View feature.
01COV.book Page 41 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Rear of LCD projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Cables are often color-coded to connectors. Connect red to red, white to white, etc. VIDEO IN 1 If you are connecting a digital cable box, you will need a special bidirectional splitter designed to work with your cable box.
01COV.book Page 42 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Two VCRs for Tape Editing Using S VIDEO jacks? See page 38. If you connect two VCRs, you can record from one VCR to the other while using your LCD projection TV to monitor what is being recorded. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Using A/V cables, connect the playback VCR’s AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks to the recording VCR’s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks.
01COV.book Page 43 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Using A/V and S VIDEO cables, connect the satellite receiver’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.
01COV.book Page 44 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Satellite Receiver with a VCR and Cable Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 2 Connect the CATV cable to the single (input) jack of the splitter. 3 Using a coaxial cable, connect the splitter’s other output jack to the VCR’s VHF/UHF IN jack. 4 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack.
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01COV.book Page 46 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV DVD Player with Component Video Connectors Use this hookup if: ❑ Your DVD player has component (Y, B-Y, R-Y) jacks. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Using a component video cable, connect the DVD player’s Y, B-Y and R-Y jacks to the LCD projection TV’s Y, PB and PR jacks. Use the HD/ DVD IN 5 or 6 connections.
01COV.book Page 47 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Use this hookup if: ❑ Your DVD player does not have component (Y, B-Y, R-Y) jacks. 1 Using an audio cable, connect the DVD player’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV’s AUDIO IN jacks. 2 Using a S VIDEO cable, connect the DVD player’s S VIDEO jack to the LCD projection TV’s S VIDEO jack.
01COV.book Page 48 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Camcorder Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. For easy connection of the camcorder, the LCD projection TV has front audio and video inputs (shown below). However, if you prefer, you can also connect the camcorder to the LCD projection TV’s rear AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jacks.
01COV.book Page 49 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Audio Receiver For improved sound quality, you may want to play the TV’s audio through your stereo system ( see page 103). Using A/V cables, connect the LCD projection TV’s AUDIO OUT (VAR/ FIX) jacks to the audio receiver’s audio LINE IN jacks. ✍ AUDIO OUT jacks are operable only when the TV’s Speaker is set to Off.
01COV.book Page 50 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Digital Cable Box Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Using a component video cable, connect the Digital Cable Box’s Y, PB and PR jacks to the LCD projection TV’s Y, PB and PR jacks. Use the HD/DVD IN 5 or 6 connections. ✍ Component video (Y, PB, PR) connection is necessary to view 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats.
01COV.book Page 51 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Digital Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 ✍ Component video (Y, PB, PR) connection is necessary to view 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats. Note that this TV displays all format types of picture in a resolution of 1,368 dots x 768 lines. 2 Using an audio cable, connect the Digital Satellite Receiver’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the LCD projection TV’s AUDIO IN jacks.
01COV.book Page 52 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Digital Satellite Receiver with HDMI Connector Use this hookup if: ❑ Your Digital Satellite Receiver has a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). Disconnect all power sources before making any connections: Using an HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the Digital Satellite Receiver’s HDMI OUT jack to the LCD projection TV’s HDMI IN jack. Use the HDMI IN 7 input connection.
01COV.book Page 53 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV When connecting to the Digital Satellite Receiver’s DVI-HDTV connector If you are connecting to a digital satellite receiver with DVI-HDTV output, you can connect to the LCD projection TV’s HDMI IN jack by using an HDMI-to-DVI cable or an adaptor (both not supplied). Using a HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the digital satellite receiver’s DVI-HDTV OUT jack to the LCD projection TV’s HDMI IN jack.
01COV.book Page 54 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Connecting a Device with an Optical IN Connector You can use the LCD Projection TV's DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT jack to connect a digital audio device that is PCM/Dolby digital compatible, such as an audio amplifier. Using an optical audio cable, connect the device's OPTICAL IN jack to the LCD projection TV's DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT jack.
01COV.book Page 55 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Using the CONTROL S Feature Rear of LCD projection TV HD/DVD IN 5 (1080i/720p/ 480p/480i) 6 Y PB AUDIO OUT PR (VAR/FIX) L L AUDIO R AUDIO R IN OUT CONTROL S 55 KDF-WE/WF655 2-059-370-14 (2) Setting Up the LCD Projection TV CONTROL S allows you to control your LCD projection TV system and other Sony equipment with one remote control.
01COV.book Page 56 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Using CableCARD CableCARD provides cable subscribers with access to digitally encrypted cable channels — without the need for a set-top box — that will enable you to receive not only standard definition but also high definition television. The CableCARD, which is provided by your cable TV company, is inserted into the TV’s rear panel CableCARD slot.
01COV.book Page 57 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Removing the CableCARD Gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place. 4 Follow the displayed instructions: Phone your cable TV company. A representative will guide you through the activation process. 5 After your CableCARD is activated, your cable TV company will download the service information, including the channel list, to the CableCARD.
01COV.book Page 58 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Setting Up the LCD Projection TV Channel List 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. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on your TV for the first time after hooking it up.
01COV.book Page 59 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Overview The table on the next page describes the buttons on the remote control. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) by matching the e and E on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 1 2 ✍ To avoid possible damage from battery leakage, remove the batteries if you anticipate the remote control will not be used for an extended period. ✍ Handle the remote control with care.
01COV.book Page 60 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Button Descriptions Button 1 DVD/VCR, DVD/ VCR MUTING MODE PICTURE WIDE SAT/ POWER CABLE TV/ DISPLAY VIDEO SAT/CABLE Power Buttons qk 2 MUTING 3 PICTURE MODE ENT GUIDE FAVORITES MENU WIDE MODE TOP MENU SAT/ CABLE DVD/VCR TV FUNCTION FREEZE /TV/SAT ANT GUIDE VOL CH w; wa ws wd wf RESET SLEEP MTS/SAP JUMP wg wh Press repeatedly to cycle through the available video picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Pro.
01COV.book Page 61 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Button qg SLEEP qh POWER Description Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (15, 30, 45, 60 or 90) that you want the LCD projection TV to remain on before shutting off. To cancel Sleep Timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until Sleep Off appears. Press to turn on/off the LCD projection TV. (GREEN) Press once to display channel number, label, current time and other information. Press again to turn Display off.
01COV.book Page 62 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Programming the Remote Control The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment. Sony Equipment DVD/VCR SAT/CABLE Programmable Code Number 601 (Sony Dream System) 801 (Sony Satellite Receiver) If you have video equipment other than Sony brand that you want to control with the LCD projection TV’s remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control.
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01COV.book Page 64 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Using Other Equipment with Your LCD Projection TV Remote Control To operate other connected equipment with your LCD projection TV remote control, first turn to page 63 and program the necessary code. For operating video equipment, press TV/VIDEO repeatedly till you see the video input on the screen for your connected equipment. Remote control operation tips are provided below.
01COV.book Page 65 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Operating a VCR Operating a DVD Player or DVD Changer Operating a 5.1ch DVD AV System (SONY DAV) Press DVD/VCR (FUNCTION) DVD/VCR (POWER) CH +/– z and N simultaneously N x M m X M or m during playback (release to resume normal playback) To Do This ...
01COV.book Page 66 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Remote Control Display the DVD menu Display the menu (Setup) Move highlight (Cursor) Select item Change the volume Operating a DVD/ VCR or HDD/DVD Combo Unit TOP MENU MENU VvBb VOL +/–, MUTING To Do This ...
01COV.book Page 67 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Overview This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Page 67 68 70 72 75 77 Using the Features Topic Watching TV Using the Program Guide Using Wide Screen Mode Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function Watching TV z For a complete list of all the functions of the remote control, see pages 59-66. To Do This ...
01COV.book Page 68 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using the Program Guide Displaying the Program Guide This LCD projection TV is equipped to show program information if it is available from the station. The Program Guide lets you review program information, and select both analog and digital channels. To display the Program Guide: 1 Tune your LCD projection TV to a channel by using the 0-9, ENT buttons. 2 Press GUIDE (TOP MENU) on the LCD projection TV’s remote control.
01COV.book Page 69 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using the Program Guide The Program Guide allows you to select the channels from a drop down list. The Guide also provides information about the current program being shown on each channel. C23.1 FAM Make Way for Ducks! Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley, two wayward ducks on a unique mission. Time remaining: 1:26 ABC 10 DISC CC 23.
01COV.book Page 70 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using Wide Screen Mode z You can also access the screen mode settings in the Screen menu. For details, see page 104. Wide screen mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several wide screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio). ❑ Press WIDE repeatedly to toggle through the following screen mode settings.
01COV.book Page 71 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Changing the Wide Screen Mode for 16:9 Source (High definition source) original source (Upconverted 4:3) Example Description Wide Zoom enlarges the center portion of the picture. The left and right edges of the picture are stretched to fill the 16:9 screen. Wide Zoom m Normal (This mode is not available.) m WIDE Full displays the picture at its original size.
01COV.book Page 72 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using Twin View Twin View lets you see two pictures from two sources — from an antenna, VCR, DVD, etc. — on the screen at the same time. You hear the sound from only one of the sources at a time, but you can choose which source’s sound is selected. You can also change the relative size of each of the pictures. Displaying Twin Pictures To display Twin View 1 Make sure your LCD projection TV is tuned to a working channel.
01COV.book Page 73 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Functions Available in the Active (Highlighted) Window To Do This ... Do This ... Tune to a channel To tune to analog channels, press 0-9 and then ENT. For digital subchannels, press 0-9, , press 0-9 again, and then ENT. For example, to select subchannel 21.13, press 2+1+ +1+3, and then press ENT. Press VOL +/– Mute the sound Press MUTING (press again or press VOL + to unmute.
01COV.book Page 74 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Changing the Picture Size The zoom feature lets you change the size of the left and right pictures. To enlarge the left picture (reduce the right) To enlarge the right picture (reduce the left) 1 Press B to activate the left picture (if not already activated). 1 Press b to activate the right picture (if not already activated). 2 Press V to enlarge the picture and v to reduce the picture.
01COV.book Page 75 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using Favorite Channels The Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify. You can create a list using the Favorite Channels option in the Channel Menu, or by using the Add to Favorites feature in the Favorite Channels guide. Using the Channel Menu Press MENU to display the Menu. Press V or v to highlight the Channel icon and press Press .
01COV.book Page 76 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using the Favorite Channels Guide 1 Press FAVORITES. The Favorite Channels list appears. Preview of highlighted Favorite Channel Favorite Channels Add to Favorites 2 1 8.14 PBS 2 15.8 NBC 3 27 HGTV 4 45.12 TNT 5 98 CNN 6 112.3 ESPN 7 120 NICK Favorite Channels Press V or v to highlight the channel you want to watch. A preview of the highlighted Favorite Channel appears.
01COV.book Page 77 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Features Using the Freeze Function The FREEZE button allows you to temporarily capture a program’s picture. You can use this feature to write down information such as phone numbers, recipes, etc. ✍ The Freeze feature is not available if you are in Favorite Channels (see page 75) or Twin View (see page 72) mode. To use the Freeze function When the program information you want to capture is displayed on the screen, press FREEZE.
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01COV.book Page 79 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer About Memory Stick Memory Stick (sold separately) is a new, compact, portable, and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds that of a floppy disk. Memory Stick is specially designed for sharing digital data among Memory Stick compatible products such as digital cameras and digital video cameras. Because it is removable, Memory Stick can also be used for external data storage.
01COV.book Page 80 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Memory Stick Compatibility This television is compatible with the following Sony brand Memory Stick media types: ❑ Memory Stick Media ❑ Memory Stick Duo and PRO Duo Media (can be used without the Memory Stick adaptor) ✍ The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick. It is not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo.
01COV.book Page 81 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer File Compatibility File Type Supported File Name Extensions JPEG .jpg .jpeg MPEG1 .mpg .mpeg Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, and MagicGate are trademarks of Sony Corporation. * Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly.
01COV.book Page 82 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick If you are using a Memory Stick Duo and PRO Duo, see “Inserting the Memory Stick Duo” on page 83. Inserting a Memory Stick Locate the Memory Stick slot and insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot as illustrated below. When inserted properly, it should slide in with little resistance and click into place.
01COV.book Page 83 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Inserting the Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick Duo is a new, compact version of the standard-sized Memory Stick recording medium. ✍ CAUTION: The Memory Stick slot on your TV has been designed to accommodate standard and compact versions of Memory Stick. It is not necessary to use an adaptor for Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo. If you use an adaptor, it may damage the adaptor and Memory Stick slot.
01COV.book Page 84 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Removing a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off. (When the light is on, this indicates that the LCD projection TV is reading data from the Memory Stick.) ✍ Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the Memory Stick indicator on the LCD projection TV’s front panel is lit) may damage the Memory Stick or its contents.
01COV.book Page 85 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using the Memory Stick Index Turn on the LCD projection TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the photo or movie files you want to view. To insert a Memory Stick, see “Inserting a Memory Stick” on page 82. ✍ If the Memory Stick Index does not appear, press /F1 button on the remote control. The Memory Stick Index appears, which displays thumbnail images of the files stored on the Memory Stick.
01COV.book Page 86 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer The following describes how to use the Memory Stick Index. To Do This ... Do This ... Move the highlight to a photo, voice memo ( ), or movie ( ) thumbnail Press V v B b. Display the highlighted photo, voice memo, or movie file full screen Press . For details, see “Viewing Photos” on page 87 and “Playing Movies” on page 90. Display the next page of thumbnails 1 Press v to select V.
01COV.book Page 87 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Viewing Photos When you select a photo from the Memory Stick Index (described on page 85), it displays as shown below, with the following controls. Information about selected photo Summer 2004 / DSC00012 Jul 30, 2004 12:59PM 640x480 12 of 25 x2 Selected photo Photo menu bar Index Slide Show View File ✍ JPEGs captured using a digital video camera may appear to display motion in full screen.
01COV.book Page 88 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Photo Menu Bar Options The Photo menu bar lets you access additional photo viewing options. To access the Photo menu bar 1 2 z JPEG files that are protected are indicated by the Lock icon. z The Print Quantity feature is also known as DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). Press B or b to select Slide Show, View, or File. Use V v B b to select the desired option.
01COV.book Page 89 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Using Zoom and Pan To Zoom and Pan a photo 1 2 3 In the Photo menu bar, press B or b to highlight View. Press V or v to highlight Zoom/Pan and press . Specify the zoom center point by using V v B b; then press the center. to set The Zoom and Pan controls are displayed. Summer 2004 / DSC00012 Jul 30, 2004 12:59PM 640x480 12 of 25 Do This ...
01COV.book Page 90 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Playing Movies When you select a movie from the Memory Stick Index (described on page 85), it displays as shown below, with the following controls. Information about selected movie Selected movie Enlarge button Play/pause button Previous/next buttons Movie menu bar ✍ MPEG movies recorded in VX Fine mode with Sony digital cameras cannot be played back with the Memory Stick Viewer.
01COV.book Page 91 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Movie Menu Bar Options 1 2 3 Use V or v to highlight Index in the Movie menu bar. Press B or b to select Index, Slide Show, or File. Press V or v to select the desired option. Option Description Index Displays the Memory Stick Index, with the highlight on the thumbnail of the currently displayed movie. Slide Show Displays the Slide Show menu. For details, see “Slide Show Menu Options” on page 92.
01COV.book Page 92 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Memory Stick Index Menu Bar Options Slide Show Menu Options z The Slide Show menu is the same whether you select it from the Memory Stick Index (page 85), Photo (page 87), or Movie (page 90) menus. z When you select Complete List, it may take a moment to display the list of all MP3 files.
01COV.book Page 93 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Folder Menu Options The Folder menu includes the following options: Option Description Select Folder Allows you to select different folders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer. z The Rotate and Protect functions do not change the file’s modification date. Filter Selects all folders within the directories defined by the DCF rules used by Sony digital cameras (see page 94).
01COV.book Page 94 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Notes on Using Memory Stick Media About DCF File Names Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still photo and movie files using DCF compliant directory and file names.
01COV.book Page 95 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Memory Stick Viewer Memory Stick Precautions When using Memory Stick media, follow these precautions: To avoid permanent damage to still image data, do not turn off the LCD projection TV or remove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on). ❑ Avoid touching the terminal of Memory Stick media or bringing it into contact with a metal object.
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01COV.book Page 97 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Overview Opening and choosing a menu ENT GUIDE FAVORITES MENU 1 2 Press MENU to display the menu screen. 3 4 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features. TOP MENU SAT/ CABLE DVD/VCR TV FUNCTION F1 FREEZE See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu. To end a menu session ❑ Press MENU again.
01COV.book Page 98 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Video Menu To select the Video menu 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Press MENU. Antenna Press V or v to highlight the Video icon and press . Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features. Press Video Mode Picture Brightness Vivid Max 25 Color 37 Hue 0 Sharpness 37 Color Temp. Cool Noise Reduction Off Mild Mode Off to select a feature. Use the arrow buttons to make the desired adjustments. Press to select/set.
01COV.book Page 99 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Option Color Temp. White intensity adjustment Noise Reduction Mild Mode z Power Saving is available for WF655 series only. Description Choose from three color temperatures: Cool Select to give the white colors a blue tint. Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint. Warm Select to give the white colors a red tint. Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment.
01COV.book Page 100 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Option Advanced Video Description Select Program to choose among the options described below. DRC Mode Creates a high-resolution picture with 4 x density, for high quality sources (i.e., DVD player, satellite receiver). High Density Recommended for moving pictures. Progressive Recommended for still images and text.
01COV.book Page 101 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Option Description To return the Custom options to the default factory settings, press the RESET button. ✍ DRC Palette is not available when watching 480p, 720p, z BN Smoother may not be effective for some connected equipment. and 1080i sources. Also not available when Mild Mode is On, or when using multi-picture functions (Twin View, Freeze or Memory Stick).
01COV.book Page 102 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Audio Menu To select the Audio menu 1 2 Press MENU. Antenna Press V or v to highlight the Audio icon and press . 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options. 4 5 6 7 Press Audio Treble 44 Bass 30 Balance 31 Steady Sound Auto Effect Off MTS Stereo Audio Out Variable Speaker On to select an option. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the settings. Press to select the desired setting.
01COV.book Page 103 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Option Description MTS Stereo Enjoy stereo, bilingual and Auto SAP mono programs Mono Select for stereo reception when viewing a program broadcast in stereo. Select to automatically switch to second audio programs when a signal is received. (If no SAP signal is present, the LCD projection TV remains in Stereo mode.) Select for mono reception. (Use to reduce noise during weak stereo broadcasts.
01COV.book Page 104 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Screen Menu To select the Screen menu 1 2 Selecting Screen Options z Wide Mode is unavailable while in Twin View (page 72) or Freeze (page 77), or Memory Stick mode (page 79). Press MENU. Antenna Press V or v to highlight the Screen icon and press . 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features.
01COV.book Page 105 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus z If 4:3 Default is set to anything but Off, the Wide Mode setting changes only for the current channel. When you change channels (or inputs), Wide Mode is automatically replaced with the 4:3 Default setting. To retain the current Wide Mode setting as channels and inputs are changed, set 4:3 Default to Off. Description 4:3 Default Select the default screen mode to use for 4:3 sources.
01COV.book Page 106 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Channel Menu To select the Channel menu 1 2 Press MENU. Antenna Press V or v to highlight the Channel icon and press . Channel Favorite Channels Channel Fix Off Digital Channels Auto Program Show/Hide Channels Selecting Channel Options 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features. 4 5 6 7 Press Label Channels to select a feature. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options.
01COV.book Page 107 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus z Channels that you set to hide can only be accessed with the 0-9 buttons. Option Description Show/Hide Channels Allows you to show or hide channels that appear in the Program Guide (page 68) 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.
01COV.book Page 108 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Parent Menu The Parent menu allows you to set up the LCD projection TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. To select the Parent menu 1 2 Press MENU. 3 Use the 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter a fourdigit password. 4 If this is the first time you are creating this password, confirm the password by entering it again. (The Parent menu options appear.
01COV.book Page 109 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus z If you are not familiar with the Parental Guideline rating system, you should select Child, Youth, or Y.Adult to help simplify the rating selection. To set more restrictive ratings, select Custom. z For descriptions of Child, Youth, and Y.Adult ratings, see page 108. Description Change Password Select to change your password. Select Country U.S.A. Select to use USA ratings (see page 110).
01COV.book Page 110 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Selecting Custom Rating Options z To ensure maximum blocking capability, the age-based ratings should be blocked. US custom rating options If you selected U.S.A. as the country of residence on page 109, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options. (If you selected Canada, see page 111.) Option Description Movie Rating G All children and general audiences. PG Parental guidance suggested.
01COV.book Page 111 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Canadian custom rating options If you selected Canada as the country of residence on page 109, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options. (If you selected U.S.A., see page 110.) Description English Rating C All children. C8+ Children 8 years and older. G General programming. PG Parental guidance. 14+ Viewers 14 and older. 18+ Adult programming. G General programming.
01COV.book Page 112 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Setup Menu To select the Setup menu 1 2 Selecting Setup Options Press MENU. Antenna Press V or v to highlight the Setup icon and press . 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features. 4 5 6 7 Press Setup Caption Vision Off Info Banner Off Label Video Inputs Language English Menu Color Gray Image Shift Auto High Altitude Off to select a feature.
01COV.book Page 113 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Option Description Label Video Inputs Allows you to label the audio/video equipment you have connected to the LCD projection TV so you can identify them when using TV/VIDEO. When in this menu: 1 Press V or v to highlight an input to label, then press to select it. 2 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the labels. 3 Press to select the equipment you connected to each of the input jacks on the back of your LCD projection TV.
01COV.book Page 114 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Programming Caption Vision If you selected the Program option under Caption Vision (see page 112), you can change the following settings: Option Description Basic Allows you to select basic analog (EIA-608) closed caption options. CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 Displays a printed version of the dialog or sound effects of a program. (Should be set to CC1 for most programs.
01COV.book Page 115 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Using the Application Menu Selecting Application Options To select the Application menu 1 2 Press MENU. Antenna Press V or v to highlight the Application icon and press . 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the features. 4 5 6 7 Press Applications Memory Stick Clock/Timers Diagnostics CableCARD to select a feature. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the options. Press to select the desired option.
01COV.book Page 116 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Using the Menus Option Description Displays... Timer 1 Timer 2 You can use the Timers to program the LCD projection TV to turn on and off and tune to a specific channel at two scheduled viewing times. Timer 1 and Timer 2 cannot be set until you set the Current Time. 1 Press V or v to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2. To set the timer, press b. ✍ To go directly to programming Timer 1 or 2, press instead of pressing b.
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01COV.book Page 118 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM 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. This LCD projection TV has a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio, as opposed to a 4:3 aspect ratio.
01COV.book Page 119 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Contacting Sony If, after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our Customer Information Services Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or 1-877-899-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only). Before calling Sony customer support, please write down the model and serial numbers of your TV.
01COV.book Page 120 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Remote Control Problem Possible Remedies Remote control does not operate ❏ ❏ ❏ Cannot change channels with the remote control ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Remote control does not operate non-Sony video equipment ❏ ❏ ❏ The batteries could be weak. Replace the batteries. Check the orientation of the batteries. Press TV FUNCTION once, and the TV indicator lights up.
01COV.book Page 121 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Memory Stick (Continued) 121 KDF-WE/WF655 2-059-370-14 (2) Other Information Problem Possible Remedies Image does not display/Cannot ❏ Some variations of MPEG1 movies may not play back correctly. see all files ❏ Make sure the image file is a JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) file or an MPEG1 (.mpg, .mpeg) file. ❏ Make sure the Memory Stick is inserted properly (see page 82). ❏ Check the Filter option setting (see page 93).
01COV.book Page 122 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Problem MPEG1 quality is poor when enlarged (page 90) Error message is displayed Error icon is displayed Possible Remedies ❏ The quality of the movie when enlarged depends on the resolution of the MPEG1 file. See your camera’s instruction manual for details. ❏ No Memory Stick There is no Memory Stick in the slot. ❏ Memory Stick is The lock mechanism on the Memory Stick is engaged.
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01COV.book Page 124 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Audio Problem Possible Remedies Good picture, no sound ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ Audio noise Cannot gain enough volume when using a cable box ❏ Sound seems weak or insufficient ❏ Cannot raise the volume on external speakers ❏ ❏ Press MUTING so that Muting disappears from the screen (see page 60). Make sure the Speaker option is set to On in the Audio menu (see page 103). Make sure the MTS option is set to Stereo or Mono (see page 103).
01COV.book Page 125 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information General Problem Possible Remedies How to reset TV to factory settings ❏ How to restore Video settings to factory settings How to restore Audio settings to factory settings Cannot cycle through the other video equipment connected to the LCD projection TV Cannot operate Menu ❏ Turn on the TV. While holding down the RESET button on the remote control, press the POWER button on the TV.
01COV.book Page 126 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Flashing Indicators on the Front of the TV KDF-WF655 series KDF-WE655 series POWER PRO POWER STD/DUO STANDBY LAMP TIMER POWER/STANDBY TIMER LAMP POWER POWER LAMP POWER/STANDBY POWER/STANDBY TIMER TIMER LAMP KDF-42WE655 TIMER POWER/STANDBY LAMP KDF-50WE655 The POWER/STANDBY (green or red) and/or LAMP (red) indicators light or flash if there is a problem with or change in the condition of the LCD projection TV.
01COV.book Page 127 Thursday, February 17, 2005 8:01 PM Other Information Specifications Projection System LCD Panel Projection Lens Antenna Lamp Television System Screen Size (measured diagonally) Channel Coverage Video Audio Video (IN) S Video (IN) 4 total (1 on front panel) 4 total (1 on front panel) Audio (IN) 7 total (1 on front panel) Component Video Input 2 (Y, PB, PR) CONTROL S (IN) CONTROL S (OUT) AUDIO (VAR/FIX) OUT 1 1 1 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.
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002059370131COVER.fm Page 1 Thursday, February 17, 2005 7:19 PM 2-059-370-14(2) LCD Projection TV KDF-42WE655/KDF-50WE655/KDF-55WF655/KDF-60WF655 LCD Projection TV HD-TV Operating Instructions KDF-42WE655 KDF-50WE655 KDF-55WF655 KDF-60WF655 Printed in U.S.A.