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F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010BCO.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV. 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.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010REG.fm WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. s s s s masterpage:3 columns Right Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010REG.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Note This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic and digital basic television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. Certain premium, advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable operator’s enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of a set-top box.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010REG.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010REG.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Antenna Grounding According to the NEC For Safety Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010COVTOC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Contents Getting Started Other Information Welcome .............................................................8 Features........................................................8 Notes on the TV ............................................9 Screen.........................................................10 Projection Lamp ..........................................10 Installing the TV .......................................
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Welcome Thank you for purchasing this Sony SXRDTM projection TV. This manual is for models KDS-50A2000, KDS-55A2000 and KDS-60A2000.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Favorite Channels: Using the MENU function, you can view and select from a list of up to 16 favorite channels without leaving the current channel. ❑ Steady Sound®: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output between programs and commercials. PC Input: Allows you to connect your PC and display the PC screen on your TV.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Screen To minimize reflection, the screen surface has a special coating. Inappropriate cleaning methods could damage the screen surface. Special care is required. Cleaning the Screen Surface Dust and dirt on the screen can affect the picture quality. To dust off the screen use a soft cloth. Be sure to follow the cleaning instruction on page 6 for stubborn stains and dirt.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Installing the TV Carrying Your TV If you have connected cables and cords, be sure to unplug them before moving the TV. Take Precaution during Installation To ensure the safety of children and the TV, keep children away from the TV during installation. Climbing on or pushing the TV or its stand may cause it to fall and damage the TV.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started When Installing Your TV against a Wall Keep your TV at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall to provide proper ventilation. Blocking the ventilation opening of the cooling fan may damage the TV. 12 inches (approx.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Recommended Viewing Area Your viewing position may affect the picture quality. For the best picture quality, install your TV within the areas shown below. Viewing distance min. 6.6 ft. (approx. 2.0 m) min. 6.8 ft. (approx. 2.1 m) min. 7.0 ft. (approx. 2.2 m) Horizontal Viewing Area 60 in 55 ches in m 50 cmhiens. 6 in. 7.0 inc m hes .6inf.t.6( ft. (ap min .a8pfpt.r pro . 65.6 (oaxp.p x. 2. 0"ft.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Connecting the TV To display clear crisp pictures, you must connect your TV correctly and select the correct Wide Mode to display the picture in the correct aspect ratio (see “Changing the Wide Screen Mode” on page 25). It is strongly recommended that you connect the antenna/cable input using 75-ohm coaxial cable to receive optimum picture quality signal.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Cable Box/ Digital Cable Box Use this hookup if ❑ You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded signals requiring a cable box to view all channels, and Getting Started ❑ You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to z To change channels using the cable box, set your TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on the cable box channel output. your TV.
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F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started When Connecting to Optional Equipment Front Panel To open the cover POWER OPEN TIMER LAMP POWER Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening the cover. Y PB PR VIDEO L(MONO) R AUDIO VIDEO/HD/DVD IN (1080i/720p/480p/480i ) 2 1 2 3 Jack Description 1 HD/DVD IN 2 (1080i/720p/ 480p/480i) Connects to your equipment’s component video (YPBPR) output jacks.
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F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Jack Description 2 CABLE Connects to your cable signal. This CABLE input jack, in conjunction with the VHF/UHF input jack, lets you set up your TV to switch between scrambled channels (coming through a cable box) and unscrambled cable channels. For details, see page 14.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\020GET.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Getting Started Setting Up the Channel List - Initial Setup After you finish connecting the TV, you can run the Initial Setup to create a list of available analog and digital channels. The Initial Setup screen appears when you turn on the TV for the first time after hooking it up. Getting Started 1 Press TV POWER to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears. 2 Press V/v to highlight the on-screen display language.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Using the Remote Control Button 1 TV/VIDEO Description Press repeatedly to cycle through the video inputs. ✍ ✍ ✍ See page 45 for information on setting up the video input labels, including the Skip function. 2 SLEEP Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in minutes (Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90 or 120) that you want the TV to remain on before shutting off.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Button 0 GUIDE Description Press to display the guide when you are watching analog or digital channels. Using the Guide Information banner 1:26 Remaining TV-G V S L D Alt. Audio CC 1080i 16:9 FAM Series follows the aquatic misadventures of Henry and Riley, two wayward ducks on a unique mission. 1 10 Channel list C23.1 Make Way for Ducks! ABC DISC 23.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Button Description qs BD/DVD, DVR/VCR Operating Buttons When FUNCTION is switched on BD (Blu-ray Disc)/DVD or DVR/VCR, these buttons operate the video equipment you have programmed into the remote control. For details, see “Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control” on page 28.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Button wa PICTURE ws WIDE Description Press repeatedly to cycle through the available picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Custom. The picture modes can be also accessed in the Picture settings. For details, see “Picture Settings” on page 34. Press repeatedly to step through the Wide Mode settings: Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom. The Wide Mode settings can be also accessed in the Screen settings. See page 39.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Programming the Remote Control The remote control is preset to operate Sony brand video equipment. Sony Equipment Programmable Code Number BD/DVD DVR/VCR SAT/CABLE 101 (Sony Blu-ray Disc Player) 901 (Sony Dream System) 801 (Sony Satellite Receiver) Follow the steps below to program your TV’s remote control to operate nonSony video equipment.
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F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Using Other Equipment with Your Remote Control To operate other equipment connected to your TV, first turn to page 27 and program the necessary code. For operating video equipment, press TV/VIDEO repeatedly until you see the video input on the screen for your connected equipment. Remote control tips are provided below. ✍ Some functions cannot be operated depending on the equipment.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Operating a Blu-ray Disc Player (BD) To Do This ... Activate the remote control to operate the Blu-ray Disc Player Press ... To Do This ... Press ...
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations Operating a HDD/DVD Combo Unit To Do This ... Press ... To Do This ... Press ... Record z Activate the remote control to operate the DVD/HDD DVR/VCR (FUNCTION) REC PAUSE X Turn on/off POWER REC STOP x Select the HDD Select the DVD F1 F2 Specify the previous chapter/track Specify the next chapter/track .
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\030BAS.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Basic Operations TV Controls To open the cover Basic Operations Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening the cover. POWER OPEN TIMER LAMP POWER 0 MENU POWER TV/VIDEO 1 2 VOLUME CHANNEL 3 4 TIMER 5 LAMP 6 POWER 7 8 9 Item Description 1 MENU 2 TV/VIDEO Press to display MENU with TV functions and settings (see “Overview of MENU” on page 32). Press to cycle through the video inputs.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Overview of MENU MENU provides one-button access for controlling your TV. It enables you to perform a variety of tasks intuitively with a control panel on the screen rather than a variety of remote control button presses. When you press the MENU button, you can select from basic TV functions: External Inputs, Favorites, Cable, Antenna or Settings. TV/VIDEO SLEEP BD/DVD 1 Press MENU on the remote.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus MENU Favorites The Favorites feature lets you select programs from a Favorite Channels list of up to 16 favorite channels that you specify. Add to Favorites 1 Highlight Favorites from the MENU control 5 panel and press . The Favorite Channels list 12 23 appears. Edit Favorites 2 Make your selection by pressing V/v to highlight Exit the desired channel and then press .
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Picture Settings To display the Picture settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33). Antenna Exit: Picture Picture Mode MENU Vivid Reset Advanced Iris Auto 1 Picture Max Brightness 50 Color 55 Hue 0 Color Temp. Cool Sharpness 40 Option Description Picture Mode Vivid Standard Custom ✍ Reset Advanced Iris Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Color Temp. White adjustment Sharpness Noise Reduction Description Cool Select to give the white colors a neutral tint. Select to give the white colors a reddish tint. Available only when Picture Mode is set to Custom. Adjust to sharpen or soften the picture. Select to reduce the noise level of connected equipment, and the VHF/UHF or cable inputs. Select from Auto, High, Medium, Low and Off.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Advanced Settings Available only when Picture Mode is set to Custom Description Reset Black Corrector Resets all the Advanced Settings to default values (except for White Balance). Enhances black areas of the picture for stronger contrast. Gamma Clear White Adjusts the balance between the light and dark areas of the picture. Emphasizes white and light colors.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Sound Settings To display the Sound settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33). Antenna Exit: Sound Sound Mode MENU Custom Reset Treble 0 Bass 0 0 Steady Sound Off Volume Offset 0 Surround Off BBE Off Option Description Sound Mode Dynamic Select to enhance treble and bass. Standard Suitable for spoken dialog. Custom Flat setting. Allows you to store your preferred settings.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Description Alternate Audio Digital channels only Select among the available options to switch among the alternate audio streams. The program you are tuned to may be broadcast in a different language in the alternate audio streams. ✍ Speaker The Alternate Audio option is not available if the program is not broadcast with alternate audio streams. On Select to turn on the TV speakers.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Screen Settings To display the Screen settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33).
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Description 4:3 Default Select the default screen mode to use for 4:3 sources. Wide Zoom Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture, to fill the 16:9 screen, keeping the original image as much as possible. Normal Select to display the 4:3 picture in its original size. Full Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the display area.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Channel Settings To display the Channel settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33). Antenna Exit: Channel MENU Favorite Channels Digital Channels Auto Program Show/Hide Channels Label Channels Diagnostics Favorite Channels Using the Menus Option Description Lets you set up a list of up to 16 of your favorite channels. Press V/v to scroll to the slot you would like to edit.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Parental Lock Settings To display the Parental Lock settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33). Antenna Exit: Parental Lock Press MENU to change settings Rating Off Off Digital Rating Off Child Unrated Allow Youth Change Password Select Country Option Y. Adult U. S. A. Custom...
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Description Digital Rating Off (Available only in U.S.A. where advanced ratings Custom... exist) Clear All ✍ ✍ Select to block programs based on downloadable ratings. Select to clear the entire downloadable rating system. This action will delete the current Digital Rating menu and the menu will no longer be available until the TV is tuned to a channel that contains downloadable ratings.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Description TV Rating Age-Based Ratings Block programs by their TV-Y All children. rating, content or both TV-Y7 Directed to children age 7 and older. TV-G General audience. TV-PG Parental guidance suggested. TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned. TV-MA Mature audience only. Content-Based Ratings FV Fantasy violence. D Suggestive dialogue. L Strong language. S Sexual situations.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Setup Settings To display the Setup settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33). Antenna Exit: Setup Caption Vision (CC) Off Info Banner On Game Mode Off Color Matrix Standard MENU Label Video Inputs Clock/Timers English Video 2 (Component) Off Menu Color Blue Option Description Caption Vision (CC) Allows you to select from several closed-caption modes.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Description ✍ ✍ ✍ Clock/Timers Edit allows you to create a custom 10-character label. Steps to edit the labels are the same as Label Channels (see page 41). If you select Skip, your TV skips this input when you press the TV/VIDEO button. The Skip label is useful for inputs to which no equipment is connected.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Description Menu Color Enables you to select a specific color for the on-screen settings. Power Saving Select to reduce the power consumption by adjusting the lamp brightness. This also enhances the black level. Select On or Off. CineMotion Select Auto to optimize the screen display automatically detecting film content and applying a reverse 3-2 pulldown process.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Programming Caption Vision (CC) If you selected the Program option under Caption Vision (CC) (see page 45), 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.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus PC Settings Picture Video Display Mode Reset Advanced Iris Picture Brightness To display the PC settings, see “Navigating Through Settings” (page 33). ✍ Video Medium Press TV/VIDEO button to switch to another input. Using the Menus Adjust the picture settings Resolution: 1024x768/60Hz MENU Exit Option Description Picture Display Mode Video Select to view video images.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\040MEN.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Using the Menus Option Sound Others Description Picture Adjust to increase or decrease picture contrast. Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture. Color Temp. White adjustment Cool Select to give the white colors a bluish tint. Neutral Select to give the white colors a neutral tint. Warm 1,2 Select to give the white colors a reddish tint. Warm 2 gives a redder tint than Warm 1.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp, like all lamps, will eventually lose brightness and functionality, which affects the overall performance of your TV. How long the lamp maintains its brightness will vary depending upon your usage and environmental conditions.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information 3 Take the new lamp out of the box. Do not touch the glass portion of the new lamp. ✍ ✍ Do not shake the lamp. Vibration can damage the lamp or shorten its life. Avoid touching the front glass of a new lamp or the glass of the lamp receptacle. This may reduce picture quality or lamp life. 4 Remove the outside lamp cover. Release the two clamps as shown in the illustration below. 5 Remove the lamp door.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information ✍ ✍ ✍ Do not touch the inside of the lamp compartment. The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Never touch the glass portion of the lamp or the surrounding parts. After the used lamp has cooled, place it into the empty box of the replacement lamp. Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag. 7 Put the new lamp into its place.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information 9 Put the outside lamp cover back in its place. Replace the cover, inserting it from the left side. Press the two tabs on the right side to secure the cover. 10 Turn on the TV and set the Lamp Replacement option in the Setup settings (see page 47). This setting is necessary to inform you when the next lamp replacement is needed.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information Troubleshooting If you have additional questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related to the use of your Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of the following numbers: http://www.sony.
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F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information Condition Explanation/Resolution Certain programs on DVD or ❏ other digital sources display a loss of detail, especially during fast-motion or dark scenes The compression used by certain digital broadcasts and DVDs may cause your TV’s screen to display less detail than usual, or cause artifacts (small blocks or dots, pixelations) to appear on your screen.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information Condition Explanation/Resolution Some digital cable channels are ❏ not being displayed ❏ Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable channels. Check with your cable company for more information. The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Channel setting (see page 41).
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information Condition Explanation/Resolution “High Temperature Warning” message appears ❏ The TV does not turn on ❏ Small bright or black dot in picture ❏ White spot on the screen when ❏ powered off “Projection lamp is nearing end ❏ of life. Please replace the lamp.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information PC Input Signal Reference Chart Resolution Signals VGA Horizontal (Pixel) × Vertical (Line) Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) Standard 640 × 480 31.5 60 VGA 640 × 480 37.5 75 VESA 720 × 400 31.5 70 VGA-T SVGA 800 × 600 37.9 60 VESA Guidelines 800 × 600 46.9 75 VESA XGA 1024 × 768 48.4 60 VESA Guidelines 1024 × 768 56.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\050SPC.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Other Information Specifications AUDIO OUT: 500 mVrms (100% modulation) More than 1 Vrms at the maximum volume setting (Variable) 500 mVrms (Fixed) Television system: NTSC American TV Standard ATSC (8VSB terrestrial) ATSC compliant 8VSB QAM on cable ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality) DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical Digital Audio Output (PCM/Dolby digital) PC IN 8: D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.
F:\Worker\SONY SXRD-A EN 13(1)\2686615131\010COVIX.fm masterpage:3 columns Right Index 0-9 buttons 22 4:3 Default 40 5.
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