Sony KDF-E42A11E - 42" Rear Projection TV User manual

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SERVICE MANUAL LE-4B CHASSIS
MODEL COMMANDER DEST
KDF-E42A11E RM-ED002 AEP
RM-ED002
KDF-E42/50A11E
LCD PROJECTIONTV
MODEL COMMANDER DEST
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page Section Title Page
Caution................................................................ 3
Specifications ...................................................... 4
Connectors .......................................................... 5
1. SELF DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
LE-4BSelf DiagnosticSoftware ........................ 6
2. GENERAL ................................................................... 8
3. DISASSEMBLY
3-1. RearCover Removal .......................................... 22
3-2. PillarRemoval .................................................... 22
3-3. MainBracketCoverRemoval ............................ 22
3-4. MainBracketRemoval ...................................... 22
3-5. ServicePosition ................................................. 23
3-6. N, JB, AG Boards ............................................. 23
3-7. PowerBlock Removal ........................................ 23
3-8. OpticalUnit......................................................... 23
3-9. CBoard Removal................................................ 24
3-10. Screen,Mirror BlockAssembly Removal.......... 24
3-11. MirrorCoverBlock Assembly Removal............ 25
3-12. ContrastScreen, DiffusionPlate Removal ......... 25
3-13. MirrorRemoval .................................................. 26
3-14. H3Removal ........................................................ 26
3-15. SpeakerRemoval ................................................ 26
4. SET-UP ADJUSTMENTS
4-1. SignalAdjustment .............................................. 27
4-1-1. PAL Auto adjustment (CVBS) ...................... 27
4-1-2. PAL Auto adjustment (RGB)......................... 27
4-1-3. SECAM Auto adjustment (CVBS)................ 27
4-2. WhiteBalanceAdjustment.................................. 27
4-2-1. WhiteBalanceAdjustment(H/L) ................... 27
4-2-2. WhiteBalanceAdjustment(C/O)................... 28
4-2-3. SECAMWhite BalanceAdjustment(H/L) .... 28
4-2-4. SECAMWhite BalanceAdjustment (C/O).... 29
4-3. TestTest Mode ................................................... 29
5. DIAGRAMS
5-1. BlockDiagram(1) .............................................. 30
BlockDiagram(2) .............................................. 31
BlockDiagram(3) .............................................. 32
BlockDiagram(4) .............................................. 33
BlockDiagram(5) .............................................. 34
BlockDiagram(6) .............................................. 35
BlockDiagram(7) .............................................. 36
BlockDiagram(8) .............................................. 37
5-2. CircuitBoardsLocation ...................................... 37
5-3. SchematicDiagramsandPrintedWiring
Boards ................................................................. 37
AGBoard SchematicDiagram ........................... 38
AG Printed Wiring Board ................................. 41
CBoardSchematicDiagram............................... 43
C Printed Wiring Board .................................... 47
JBBoardSchematicDiagram ............................. 48
JB Printed Wiring Board .................................. 57
H1Schematic Diagram ....................................... 59
H1 Printed Wiring Board .................................. 60
H2BoardSchematicDiagram ............................ 59
H2 Printed Wiring Board .................................. 60
H3BoardSchematicDiagram ............................ 59
H3 Printed Wiring Board .................................. 60
T1Board SchematicDiagram ........................... 59
T1Printed Wiring Board .................................. 60
T2Board SchematicDiagram ........................... 59
T2Printed Wiring Board .................................. 60
NBoardSchematicDiagram .............................. 61
N Printed Wiring Board .................................... 68
5-4. Semiconductors .................................................. 69
6. EXPLODED VIEWS
6-1. Screen Mirror Block, Covers ........................... 71
6-2. Chassis/BottomBlock Assembly ....................... 72
6-3. LampDuctAssembly, OpticsUnit Block .......... 73
7. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST .................................. 74
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING !!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY SHADING AND MARKED ON
THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS, EXPLODED VIEWS AND IN THE
PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL FOR SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE
THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART
NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN
SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY.
WARNING !!
AN ISOLATION TRANSFORMER SHOULD BE USED DURING
ANY SERVICE WORK TO AVOID POSSIBLE SHOCK HAZARD
DUE TO LIVE CHASSIS, THE CHASSIS OF THIS RECEIVER IS
DIRECTLY CONNECTED TO THE POWER LINE.

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Thecircuitboards usedinthese modelshavebeen processedusing
LeadFree Solder.Theboardsareidentifiedby theLF logolocated
closetotheboard designation e.g. F1,H1etc[ see examples ]. The
servicingof theseboards requiresspecial precautionsto betaken as
outlinedbelow.
CAUTION
Lead Free Soldered Boards example 1
example 2
Itis stronglyrecommended touse LeadFree Soldermaterial inorder toguarantee optimalquality ofnew solderjoints. LeadFreeSolderis
availableunderthe followingpartnumbers:
Dueto thehigher meltingpoint ofLead FreeSolderthesolderingirontiptemperatureneedstobesetto370 degreescentigrade. Thisrequires
solderingequipmentcapableofaccuratetemperaturecontrolcoupledwithagoodheatrecoverycharacteristics.
Formore information onthe use of LeadFreeSolder,please referto http://www.sony-training.com
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Connected Not Connected (open) * at 20Hz - 20kHz
Pin No 124 Signal Signal level
1Audio output B
(right) Standard level : 0.5V rms Output impedence : Less than 1kohm*
2Audio input B (right) Standard level : 0.5V rms Output impedence : More than 10kohm*
3Audio output A (left) Standard level : 0.5V rms Output impedence : Less than 1kohm*
4Ground (audio)
5Ground (blue)
6Audio input A
(left) Standard level : 0.5V rms Output impedence : More than 10kohm*
7Blue input 0.7 +/- 3dB, 75 ohms positive
8Function select
(AV control)
High state (9.5-12V) : Part mode
Low state (0-2V) : TV mode
Input impedence : More than 10K ohms
Input capacitance : Less than 2nF
9Ground (green)
10 Open
11 Green Green signal : 0.7 +/- 3dB, 75 ohms,
positive
12 Open
13 Ground (red)
14 Ground (blanking)
15
_ _ Red input 0.7 +/- 3dB, 75 ohms, positive
_ (S signal Chroma
input) 0.3 +/- 3dB, 75 ohms, positive
16 Blanking input
(Ys signal) High state (1-3V) Low state (0-0.4V) Input impedence : 75 ohms
17 Ground (video
output)
18 Ground (video
input)
19 Video output 1V +/- 3dB, 75ohms, positive sync 0.3V
(-3+10dB)
20
_ _ Video input 1V +/- 3dB, 75ohms, positive sync 0.3V
(-3+10dB)
_ Video input
Y (S signal) 1V +/- 3dB, 75ohms, positive sync 0.3V (-3+10dB)
21 Common ground
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SECTION 1 SELF DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
LE-4B Self Diagnostic Software
LE-4BchassisTV’s containaself diagnosisfunction.In theeventof anerror occurring,theSTANDBYLED indicatorwill automatically begin
toflash.The numberoftimesthe STANDBYLED indicator flashes translatesto a probable source oftheproblem.If an error symptomcannot
bereproduced,theremotecommander canbeusedtoreviewthefailureoccurrence datastoredinmemoryto revealpastproblemsandhowoften
theseproblemsoccur.
1. DIAGNOSTICTEST INDICATORS
Whenanerror occurs, theSTANDBY indicator willflasha set number oftimesto indicate thepossiblecause of the problem.If thereismore
thanoneerror, theindicatorwillidentifythefirstoftheproblemareas.
Theresultfor all of thefollowingdiagnosis items aredisplayedon screen. No errorhasoccured if the screendisplaysa “0”.
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Lamp OFF 3 sec
Lamp ON 300ms
Lamp OFF 300ms
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3. STOPPINGTHE STANDBY INDICATOR FLASH
Turn off the power switch on the TV to stop the STANDBY indicator from flashing.
4. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN DISPLAY
For errors with symptoms such as “power sometimes shuts off” or “screen sometimes goes off” that cannot be confirmed, it is possible to bring
uppastoccurrencesoffailureonthe screenforconfirmation.
To bring up the screen test
Thefollowingscreen willbedisplayedindicatingtheerrorcount.
i+
5+
(ON SCREEN (DIGIT 5) (VOLUME +) (TV)
DISPLAY)
Instandbymode, press buttons ontheremote commander sequentially inrapidsucession as shown below:
Note that this differs from entering the service mode (volume + )
Numeral“0”meansthatnofaultwasdetected.
Numeral“1” means thenumber ofafault occurrence (1~255).
Tocleartheerrordisplaycountpress“8”then“0”ontheremotecommander.
To exit the self-diagnostic screen, turn off the power switch on the TV set.
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The operating instructions mentioned here are partial abstracts from the Operating Instruction Manual. The page numbers of the Operating Instruction Manual remain as in the manual.
SECTION 2 GENERAL
13 GB
Getting Started
7: Auto-tuning the TV After selecting the language and country/region, a message confirming the TV start auto-tuning appears on the screen. You must tune the TV to receive channels (TV broadcasts). Do the following to search and store all available channels.
1
Press OK to select “Yes”.
The TV starts searching for all available digital channels followed by all available analogue channels. This may take some time, please be patient and do not press any buttons on the TV or remote. Once all available digital and analogue channels have been stored, the TV returns to normal operation, displaying the digital channel stored on channel number 1. If no digital channels are found,theanalogue channel stored on channel 1 is displayed. When a message appears for you to confirm the aerial connections No digital or analogue channels are found. Check all the aerial connections and press OK twice to start auto-tuning again.
2The Programme Sorting menu appears on
the screen. Note If some digital channel is found, this step will not appear
3To change the order in which the channels
are stored on the TV. See page 30.
4Press MENU to exit.
The TV has now tuned in all the available channels.
Tip
functions are available only for countries (page 2).
4 1
Do you want to start
automatic tuning ?
Yes No
m
Number of Services found 14
Searching. 40%
Digital auto-tune display
m
Auto Tuning
Programmes found:
Searching...
Analogue auto-tune display
19
GB
Using the Menu
Viewing pictures from connected equipment Switch on the connected equipment, then perform one of the following operation. For equipment connected to the scart sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead Start playback on the connected equipment. Thepicture fromthe connectedequipmentappears on the screen. For an auto-tuned VCR page 11 Press PROG +/-, or the number buttons, to select the videochannel. Youcan alsopress / repeatedly until the correct input symbol (see below) appears on the screen. For other connected equipment Press / repeatedly until the correct input symbol(see below) appearson the screenor pressOK to access the Input signal index table. Press , to select
an input source, press m/M, then press OK.
Additional operations
Navigating through menus 1
Press MENU to display the menu.
2
Press M/mto select a menu icon, press ,.
3
Press M/m/</,to select an option.
4
Press M/m/</,to change/set the
setting, then press OK.
To exit the menu, press MENU. To return to the last display, press <.
1/ 1, 2/ 2:
Audio/video or RGB input signal through the scart socket / 1 or 2. appears only if an RGB source has been connected.
3:
Component input signal through the Y, P
B
/C
B
, P
R
/C
R
sockets / 3, and audio input signal through the L/G/S/I, R/D/D/D sockets / 3.
4/ 4:
Video input signal through the video socket 4, and audio input signal through the audio socket L/G/S/I (MONO), R/D/D/D sockets 4. appears only if the equipment is connected to the S video socket 4 instead of the video socket 4, and S video input signal is input through the S video socket 4.
5:
RGB input signal through the PC connectors 5, and audio input signal through the socket 5.
6:
Digital audio/video signal is inputthrough the HDMI IN 6 socket. Audio input signal is analogue only if the equipment has been connected using the DVI and audio out socket.
To Do this Return to the normal TV operation Press DIGITAL or ANALOG. Access the Input signal index table Press OK. Press , to select an
inputsource,pressm/M, then press
OK.
Using the Menu
1 4 2,3,4
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Overview of the menus Thefollowing options areavailablein each menu.For details on navigating through menus, see (page 19). Also,see pageinparentheses fordetailsof eachmenu. 1Picture Adjustment
Picture Mode (21) Contrast/Brightness/Colour/Hue/ Sharpness (21) Colour Tone (21) Reset (22) Noise Reduction (22) Iris (22)
2Sound Adjustment
Sound Effect (23) Treble/Bass/Balance (23) Reset (23) Dual Sound (24) Auto Volume (24)
3Screen
Auto Format (25) Screen Format (25) RGB Center (25)
4Features
AV2 Output (26) TV Speakers (26) PC Adjustment (27)
Select: Set: End:
OK
MENU
Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Hue Sharpness Colour Tone Reset Noise Reduction Iris
Custom Max 50 50 0 15 Warm Auto High
Picture Adjustment
1 2 3 4 5 6
5Timer
Sleep Timer (28) Clock Set (28) Timer (28)
6Set Up
Auto Start Up (29) Language (29) Country (29) Auto Tuning (30) Programme Sorting (30) Programme Labels (31) AV Preset (31)
– Label/Skip
Manual Programme Preset (31)
– Programme/System/Channel/Label/AFT/
Audio Filter/Skip/Decoder/ATT/Confirm
Digital Set Up (34)
– Digital Tuning/Digital Set-up
21 GB
Using the Menu
Picture Adjustment menu
Selects the picture mode. 1Press OK to select “Picture Mode”. 2Press m/Mto select one of the following picture modes, then press OK.
Vivid: For big lighted spaces. Standard: Optimal picture for home use. Custom: Allows you to store your own prefered settings.
Tip You can change the picture mode by pressing repeatedly.
1Press OK to select the option. 2Press </,to set the level, then press OK.
Tip “Hue” can only be adjusted for an NTSC colour signal (e.g., U.S.A. video tapes). “Brightness”, “Colour”, “Hue” and “Sharpness” onlyappearandcan be adjusted if “PictureMode” is set to “Custom”.
1Press OK to select “Colour Tone”. 2Press m/Mto select one of the following, then press OK.
Cool: Gives the white colours a blue tint. Neutral: Gives the white colours a neutral tint. Warm: Gives the white colours a red tint.
Tip “Warm” only appears and can be adjusted if “Picture Mode” is set to “Custom”.
You can select the options listed below on the Picture Adjustment menu. To select options, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19). Tip When you set the “Picture Mode” option to “Vivid” or “Standard,” you can adjust only “Contrast,” and “Reset.”
Picture Mode Contrast/Brightness/Colour/Hue/Sharpness Colour Tone
Select: Set: Back:
OK
End:
MENU
Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Hue Sharpness Colour Tone Reset Noise Reduction Iris
Custom Max 50 50 0 15 Warm Auto High
Picture Adjustment
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Reset all the picture settings to the factory settings. 1Press OK to select “Reset”. 2Press m/Mto select “OK,” then press OK. Reduces the picture noise (snowy picture) in a weak broadcast signal. 1Press OK to select “Noise Reduction”. 2Press m/Mto select “Auto”, then press OK.
Tip This option cannot be used for an input signal from the Y, PB/CB, PR/CRsockets of / 3.
Enhances the contrast for dark scenes. 1Press OK to select “Iris”. 2Press m/Mto select “High”, “Mid”, “Low” or “Off” then press OK.
Reset Noise Reduction Iris
23
GB
Using the Menu
Sound Adjustment menu
1
Press OK to select “Sound Effect”.
2
Press m/Mto select one of the following sound effects, then press OK.
Natural: Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence by using “BBE High definition Sound
System
*1
.”
Dynamic: Intensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility and musical realism by
using the “BBE High definition Sound System.”
Dolby Virtual
*2
: Uses the TV speakers to simulate the surround effect produced by a multi
channel system.
Off: Flat response.
Tips
You can change sound effect by pressing 9repeatedly. If you set “Auto Volume” to “On”, “Soud Effect” changes to “Natural”.
*1
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 4482866. “BBE” and BBE symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
*2
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Adjusts higher-pitched sounds (Treble), adjusts lower-pitched sounds (Bass), and emphasizes left or right speaker balance (Balance). 1
Press OK to select the option.
2
Press </,to set the level, then press OK.
Resets the “Treble,” “Bass” and “Balance” settings to the factory settings. 1
Press OK to select “Reset”.
2
Press m/Mto select “OK,” then press OK.
You can select the options listed below on the Sound Adjustment menu. To select options, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).
Sound Effect Treble/Bass/Balance Reset
Select: Set: Back:
OK End:
MENU
Sound Effect: Treble: Bass: Balance: Reset Dual Sound: Auto Volume:
Dynamic 0 0 0 A Off
Sound Adjustment
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Selects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingualbroadcast. 1Press OK to select “Dual Sound”. 2Press m/Mto select one of the following, then press OK.
Stereo/Mono: For a stereo broadcast. A/B/Mono: For a bilingual broadcast, select “A” for sound channel 1, “B” for sound channel 2,
or “Mono” for a mono channel, if available.
Tip If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo,” “A” or “B.”
Keeps a constant volume level even when volume level gaps occur (e.g., adverts tend to be louder than programmes). 1Press OK to select “Auto Volume”. 2Press m/Mto select “On,” then press OK.
Tip If you set “Sound Effect” to “Dolby Virtual”, “Auto Volume” will automatically be switched to “Off”.
Dual Sound Auto Volume
26 GB
Features menu
Sets a signal to be output through the socket labelled / 2 on the rear of the TV. If you connect a VCR to the / 2 socket, you can then record from the equipment connected to other sockets of the TV. 1Press OK to select “AV2 Output”. 2Press m/Mto select one of the following, then press OK.
D-TV: Outputs a digital broadcast.
A-TV: Outputs an analogue broadcast.
AV1: Outputs signals from equipment connected to the / 1 socket. AV4: Outputs signals from equipment connected to the 4/ 4 socket. Auto: Outputs whatever is being viewed on the screen.
Turns off the TV speakers e.g. to listen to the sound through external audio equipment connected to the TV.
1Press OK to select “TV Speakers”. 2Press m/Mto select one of the following, then press OK.
On: the sound is output from the TV speakers. OneTime Off: theTVspeakers aretemporarilyturnedoffallowing youtolistento the
sound from external audio equipment.
Tip The“TVspeakers”optionautomaticallyreturnsto “On”whentheTV set isswitchedoff.
Permanent Off: the TV speakers are permanently turned off allowing you to listen to
the sound from external audio equipment.
Tip To turn on the TV speakers again, change to on.
You can select the options listed below on the Features menu. To select options, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).
AV2 Output TV Speakers
Select: Set: Back:
OK
End:
MENU
AV2 Output TV Speakers PC Adjustment
TV On
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Using the Menu
Customizes the TV screen as a PC monitor. 1Press OK to select “PC Adjustment”. 2Press m/Mto select one of the following, then press OK.
Phase: Adjust the screen when a part of a displayed text or image is not clear. Pitch: Enlarges or shrinkes the screen size horizontally. H Center: Moves the screen to the left or to the right. V Center: Moves the screen up or down. Power saving: Turns to standby mode if no PC signal is received. Reset: Resets to the factory settings.
Tip This option is only available if you arein PC Mode.
PC Adjustment
29 GB
Using the Menu
Set Up menu
Starts the “first time operation menu” to select the language andcountry/region, and tune in all available digital and analogue channels. Usually, you do not need to do this operation becausethe languageandcountry/region willhavebeen selectedandchannels alreadytuned when the TV was first installed (13). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house). 1Press OK to select “Auto Start Up”. 2Press OK to select “Yes.”
The auto-tune display appears on the screen.
3Followstepsof“6:Selectingthelanguageandcountry/region”(page12)
and “7: Auto-tuning the TV” (page 13).
Selects the language in which the menus are displayed. 1Press OK to select “Language”. 2Press M/m/</,to select the language, then press OK.
All menus will appear in the selected language.
Selects the country/region where you operate the TV.
1Press OK to select “Country”. 2Press M/mto select the country/region in which you will operate the TV,
then press OK.
If the country/region in which you want touse the TV does not appear in the list, select “-” instead of a country/region.
You can select the options listed below on the SetUp menu. To select options, see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).
Auto Start Up Language Country
Select: Set: Back:
OK
End:
MENU
Auto Start Up Language Country Auto Tuning Programme Sorting Programme Labels AV Preset Manual Programme Preset Digital Set Up
Set Up
English -
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Tunes in all the available analogue channels. Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 13). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for a new channels that have been launched by broadcasters). 1Press OK to select “Auto Tuning”. 2Follow step 1 of “Auto-tuning the TV” (page 13).
When all available analogue channels have been tuned, the TV returns to normal operation.
Changes the order in which the analogue channels are stored on the TV.
1Press OK to select “Programme Sorting”. 2Press M/mto select the channel you want to move to a new position,
then press OK.
3Press M/mto select the new position for your channel, then press OK. Repeat the procedure in steps 2 and 3 to move other channels if required.
Auto Tuning (Analogue mode only) Programme Sorting (Analogue mode only)
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Assigns a channel name of your choice up tofive letters or numbers. The name will be displayedbrieflyon the screenwhenthechannelis selected.(Namesforchannelsare usually taken automatically from Text (if available).) 1Press OK to select “Programme Labels”. 2Press M/mto select the channel you want to name, then press OK. 3Press M/m/</,to select the desired letter or number (“s” for a blank
space), then press OK.
If you input a wrong character Press M/m/</,to select %/5and press OK repeatedly until the wrong character is selected. Then, press M/m/</,to select the correct character and press OK.
4Repeat the procedure in step 3 until the name is complete. 5Press M/m/</,to select “End,” then press OK. Do the following options. 1Press OK to select “AV Preset”. 2Press M/mto select the desired input source, then press OK. 3Press OK. Then press M/mto select the desired option below, then
press OK.
Beforeselecting “Label”/“AFT”/“AudioFilter”/“Skip”/“Decoder”/”ATT”, pressPROG +/- to select the programme number with the channel. You cannotselect a programme number that is set to skip (page 33). 1Press OK to select “Manual Programme Preset”. 2Press M/mto select one of the following options, then press OK.
Programme Labels (Analogue mode only) AV Preset
Option Description Label Assigns a name to any equipment connected to the side and rear
sockets. The name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the equipment is selected.
Press M/mto select one of the following, then press OK. AV1 (or AV2/AV3/AV4/PC/HDMI) VIDEO/DVD/CABLE/ GAME/CAM/SAT: Uses one of these preset labels. Edit: Creates your own label. Follow steps 3 through 5 of Programme Labels (page 31). Skip: Skips an input source that is not connected to any equipment when you press M/mto select the input source. After selecting this option, press OK. Sound Offset: Sets an independent volume level to each equipment connected to the TV. Press
,
to select “Sound Offset”, then press OK. Press M/m to
select the desired volume level.
Manual Programme Preset (Analogue mode only)
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Option Description Programme Presets programme channels manually.
1Press M/mto select “Programme”, then press OK. 2Press M/mto select the programme number you want
to manually tune (if tuning a VCR, select channel 0), then press <.
3Press M/mto select “System”, then press OK.
Note
Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 26), this option may not be available.
4Press M/mto select one of the following TV broadcast
systems, then press <.
B/G: for western European countries/regions D/K: for eastern European countries/regions I: for the United Kingdom L: for France
5Press M/mto select “Channel”, then press OK. 6Press M/mto select “S” (for cable channels) or “C” (for
terrestrial channels), then press ,.
7Tune the channels as follows:
If you do not know the channel number (frequency)
Press M/mto search for the next available channel. When a channel has been found, the search will stop. To continue searching, press M/m. If you know the channel number (frequency) Press the number buttons to enter the channel number of the broadcast you want or your VCR channel number.
8Press OK. 9Press OK to select “Confirm”, then press OK. Repeat the procedure above to preset other channels manually.
System Channel Label Assigns a name of your choice, up to five letters or numbers, to the
selected channel. This name will be displayed briefly on the screen when the channel is selected.
1Follow steps 3 to 5 of “Programme Labels” (page 31). 2Press OK to select “Confirm”, then press OK.
AFT Fine-tunes the selected programme number manually if you feel
that a slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality. (Normally, fine tuning is performed automatically.)
1Press M/mto adjust the fine tuning over a range of -15
to +15, then press OK.
2Press OK twice.
To restore automatic fine tuning, select “On” in step 1.
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Audio Filter Improves the sound for individual channels in the case of distortion
in mono broadcasts. Sometimes a non-standard broadcast signal can cause sound distortion or intermittent sound muting when watching mono programmes.
1Press M/mto select “Low” or “High”, then press OK.
If you do not experience any sound distortion, we recommend that you leave this option set to the factory setting “Off”.
2Press OK to select “Confirm”, then press OK. Note You cannot receive stereo or dual sound when “Low” or “High” is selected.
Skip Skips unused analogue channels when you press PROG +/- to
select channels. (You can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.)
1Press M/mto select “Yes”, then press OK. 2Press OK to select “Confirm”, then press OK. To restore a skipped channel, select “No” in step 1.
Decoder Records the scrambled channel selected when using a decoder
connected to the scart connector / 2 either directly or via a VCR. Note
Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 29), this option may not be available. 1Press M/mto select “On”, then press OK. 2Press OK to select “Confirm”, then press OK. To cancel this function afterwards, select “Off” in step 1.
ATT Attenuates the RF signal. In case of a strong RF signal, some video
interference may be displayed.
1Press m/Mto select “On”, then press OK. 2Press OK to select “Confirm”, then press OK. Tip This option cannot be used if “AV2 Output” is set to “D-TV” (page 26)
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Displays the “Digital Set Up” menu. You can change/set the digital settings using this menu. 1Press OK to select “Digital Set Up”. 2Press m/Mto select the desired icon below, then press OK. 3Press m/Mto select one of the following options, then press OK.
Digital Set Up
Programme List Edit
Digital Manual Tuning
Digital Auto Tuning
Digital Tuning
Exit:
Enter:
Select: OK MENU
Digital Tuning menu
Option Description Digital Tuning Tunes in all the available digital channels.
Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 13). However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new channels that have been launched by broadcasters).
1Press OK to start digital auto-tuning.
When all available digital channels have been tuned, a message stating that the auto-tuning process is finished appears.
2Press <.
Digital Auto Tuning Programme List Edit
Removes any unwanted digital channels stored on the TV, and changes the order of the digital channels stored on the TV. 1Press m/Mto select the channel you want to remove
or move to a new position. If you know the channel number (frequency)
Press the number buttons to enter the three-digit programme number of the broadcast you want. To display the previous or next five channels Press the red button (previous) or the green button (next).
2Remove or change the order of the digital channels as
follows: To remove the digital channel Press OK. A message that confirms whether the selected digital channel is to be deleted appears. Press <to select
“Yes”, then press OK. To change the order of the digital channels Press ,, then press m/Mto select the new position for the channel and press OK. Repeat the procedure in step 2 to move other channels if required.
3Press <.
Tip functions are available only for DVB countries (page 2)
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Option Description
Digital Manual Tuning
Tunes the digital channels manually. 1Press the number button to select the channel number
you want to manually tune, then press m/Mto tune the channel.
2When the available channels are found, press m/Mto
select the channel you want to store, then press OK. To display the previous or next five channels
Press the red button (previous) or the green button (next).
3Press m/Mto select the programme number where
you want to store the new channel, then press OK.
Repeat the procedure above to tune other channels manually.
Digital Set-up Displays digital subtitles on the screen.
Press m/Mto select “Off”, “Basic”, or “For Hard of Hearing”, then press OK. When “For hard of hearing” is selected, some visualaids may also be displayed with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such information).
Subtitle Setting Subtitle Language
Selects which language subtitles are displayed in. Press m/Mto select the language, then press OK.
Audio Language
Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme. Press m/Mto select the audio language, then press OK.
Audio Type
Increases the sound level (only for Hard of Hearing). Press m/Mto select “Basic” or “For Hard of Hearing”, then press OK.
Parental Lock
Sets an age restriction for programmes. Any programme that exceeds the age restriction can onlybe watched after a PIN Code is entered correctly. 1Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN
code.
If you have not previously set a PIN, a message appears to informyou.PressOK,thenfollow the instructionof“PINcode” below.
2Press m/Mto select the age restriction or “None” (for
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Option Description
PIN Code
Sets a PIN code for the first time, or to change your PIN code. 1Enter a PIN as follows:
If you have previously set a PIN
Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN. If you have not set a PIN: Press the number buttons to enter the factory setting PIN of 9999.
2Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code. 3When requested, press the number buttons to enter
the new PIN again for confirmation.
A message appears to inform you that the new PIN has been accepted.
4Press <. Tip PIN code 9999 is always accepted.
Technical Set-up
Displays the Technical Set-up menu. Do the following options. 1Press m/Mto select the desired option, then press
OK.
Auto Service Update: Enables the TV to detect and store new
digital services as they become available.
Software download: Enables the TV to automatically receive
software updates, free through your existing aerial (when issued).Sony recommends thatthisoption is setto “On” atall times. If you do not want your software to beupdated, set this option to “Off”.
SystemInformation:Displays thecurrent softwareversionand
the signal level. Instead of step 2, Press <.
2Press m/Mto select the “On”, then press OK.
CA Module Set-up
This option will allow you to access a Pay Per View service once you obtain a Conditional Access Module (CAM) and a view card. See page 36 for the location of the (PCMCIA) socket.
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GB
Using Optional Equipment
R/D/ D/D
MONO L/G/ S/I
Connecting optional equipment
Using Optional Equipment
You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV. Connecting cables are not supplied. Connecting to the side of the TV To connect Do this S VHS/Hi 8/DVC camcorder
A
Connect to the S video socket
4 or the video socket 4,
and the audio sockets 4. To avoid picture noise, do not connect the camcorder to the video socket
4 and the S video socket
4 at the same time. If you
connect mono equipment, connect to the L/G/S/I sockets 4, and set “Dual Sound” to “A” (page 24).
Personal Computer
B
Connect to the PC Input socket
5 and the audio socket 5.
Headphones
SVHS/Hi8/DVC camcorder
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To connect Do this
Headphones
C
Connectto the isocket tolistento sound from the TV on headphones.
Note: It is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites.
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Connecting to the rear of the TV
R/D/D/D (VARIABLE)
L/G/S/I
Y
PR/CRPB/CBL/G/
S/I R/D/
D/D
(SmartLink)
/
/6
R L
/
6
R L
MODEM
5V 500 mA
Decoder
VCR
Decoder Hi-Fi
PlayStation 2
DVD
DVD player with component output
DVD recorder / Hard disc recorder
Digital satellite receiver / DVD
CAM eject button
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GB
Using Optional Equipment
To connect Do this “PlayStation 2”, DVD player or decoder D
Connect to the scart socket /
1. When you connect the
decoder,thescrambledsignalfrom the TV tuner is output to the decoder, then the unscrambled signal is output from the decoder.
DVD recorder or VCR that supports SmartLink E DVD player with component output F
Connect to the scart socket /
2. SmartLink is a direct link
between the TV and a VCR/DVD recorder. For more information on SmartLink, refer to the instruction manualsuppliedwithyour VCR or DVD recorder. Connect to the component socket
3 and the audio sockets 3.
The component signal containing 576p signal format and audio signal are input from the DVD player.
Digital satellite receiver
G
Connect only to the HDMI IN 6 socket.The digital videoandaudio signals are input from the digital satellite receiver. If the digital satellite receiver has a DVI socket and not an HDMI socket, connect the DVI socket to the HDMI IN 6 socket, and connect the audio socket to the audio sockets HDMI IN 6. The digital video and analogue audio signals are input from the digital satellite receiver.
CAM (Conditional Access Module)
H
For encripted PPV (Pay per View) services.
Remove the dummy card from the CAM slot and insert the CAM. Insert the viewing card into the CAM.
Modem connector I
For future use only.
Hi-Fi audio equipment JConnect to the audio output
sockets to listen to the sound from the TV on Hi-Fi audio equipment. To turn off the sound of the TV speakers, set “Speaker” to “Off” (page 26).
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Notes:
Switch off the TV before inserting the CAM. Keep always the dummy card into the CAM slot when
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Optimum Viewing Area For the best picture quality, try to position the TV set so that you can view the screen from within the areas shown below. Horizontal viewing area Vertical viewing area
Additional Information
65
°
65
°
KDF-E42A11E:
1.8 m and more
KDF-E50A11E:
2.0 m and more
30°
30°
KDF-E42A11E:
1.8 m and more
KDF-E50A11E:
2.0 m and more
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Additional Information
Replacing the lamp Whenthelampbecomesdarkorthe picturecolourisnotnormalorthe lampindicator
ontheTVsetflashes, replace
with a new lamp.
Tips
Only use the lamp XL-2400 for replacement. If you use another lamp, it may cause damage to the TV set. Do not remove the lamp except when replacing it. Before replacing the lamp, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. Replace the lamp only after it becomes cool. The front glass of the lamp remains at least 100 °C (212 °F) even
after the power has been turned off for 30 minutes.
Do not place the old lamp in proximity to children or flammable material.
Do not get the old lamp wet, or insert objects inside the lamp. It may cause the lamp to explode.
Do not place the old lamp near easily flammable objects, as this may cause fire. Also, do not put your hand inside
the lamp compartment, as you may be burned.
Attach the new lamp securely. If it is not securely attached, the picture may become dark. Do not touch or stain the front glass of the new lamp or the glass of the lamp compartment. If the glass become
dirty, the picture quality may deteriorate or the lamp life may shorten.
Attach the lamp cover firmly. If it is not firmly attached, the power will not turn on. When the lamp burns out, a noise is audible. This does not indicate damage to the TV set. Consult your nearest Sony service center to obtain a new lamp. Always remember to dispose of used lamps in an evironmentally friendly way.
1Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
If you start changing the lamp without disconnecting the power cord, the standby indicator
on the TV set flashes.
Disconnect the power cord to continue changing the lamp.
2
Replace the lamp 30 minutes or more after the power is turned off to allow it to cool.
3Take the new lamp out of the box.
Do not touch the glass portion of the new lamp. Tips
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
5Remove the lamp door.
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Pull out the lamp. Hook a finger through the loop of the lamp handle and pull the handle upwards. Then pull the lamp straight out.. Tips
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. Mount the new lamp securely. Failure to do so may cause a fire or the screen to go dark. Tip
If the lamp is not securely reattached, the self-diagnostic function may be triggered and the POWER/STANDBY
indicator flashes three times (see page 9).
8
Reattach the lamp door. Turn the knob back to CLOSE and secure the cover.
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Additional Information
9Put the outside lamp cover back in its place.
Tips
Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-2400 replacement lamp. Takegreatcarewhenreplacingthelamporpluggingin/unpluggingtheconnectingcords.Roughhandlingmaycause
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Specifications Display Unit Power Requirements:
220–240 V AC, 50 Hz
Screen Size:
KDF-E50A11E: 50 inches KDF-E42A11E: 42 inches
Display Resolution (horizontal x vertical):
1280 dots xlines
Power Consumption:
175 W
Standby Power Consumption:
0,8 W
Dimensions (w × h × d):
KDF-E50A11E:
Approx. 825 x 1180 x 395 mm
KDF-E42A11E:
Approx. 720 x 1000 x 350 mm
Weight:
KDF-E50A11E:
Approx. 29.6 kg
KDF-E42A11E:
Approx. 25.1 kg
Panel System LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel TV System Analogue: Depending on your country/region selection:
B/G/H, D/K, L, I.
Digital: DVB-T. Colour/Video System Analogue: PAL, SECAM.
NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)
Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML Aerial 75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF Channel Coverage Analogue: VHF: E2–E12
UHF: E21–E69 CATV: S1–S20 HYPER: S21–S41 D/K: R1–R12, R21–R69 L: F2–F10, B–Q, F21–F69 I: UHF B21–B69
Digital: VHF/UHF
Terminals
AV1: / 1
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard) including
audio/video input, RGB input, and TV audio/video output.
AV2: / 2 (SMARTLINK)
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard) including
audio/video input, RGB input, selectable audio/video output, and SmartLink interface
AV3: 3
Y:1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync P
B
:0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
P
R
:0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
3 Audio input (phono jacks)
500 mVrms
Impedance: 47 kilo ohms
AV4: 4S video input (4-pin mini DIN)
4 Video input (phono jack) 4 Audio input (phono jacks)
AV5: 5
PC Input (15 Dsub) (see page 36) G: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, non Sync on Green HD: 1-5 Vp-p VD: 1-5 Vp-p
PC audio input: minijack.
Audio output (Left/Right) (phono jacks)
AV6: 6
HDMI: Video: 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i
Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and
48 kHz, 16, 20 and 24 bits.
AUDIO:500 mVrms (100% modulation)
Impedance: 47 kilohms
i Headphones jack
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
MODEM Modem jack (Not supported on this TV)
Sound Output 10 W +10 W (RMS) Supplied Accessories
Remote RM-ED002 (1) Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2) Coaxial cable (1)
Additional Information
45 GB
Additional Information
Optional Accessories
TV stand SU-RG11S (KDF-E42A11E) TV stand SU-RG11M (KDF-E50A11E) Lamp: XL-2400
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. PC Input Specifications PC Input Timing Input signal frequency: Horizontal: 31,4 - 48,4 KHz. Vertical: 59 - 61 Hz. Maximum Resolution: 1024 dots x -768 lines. Preset mode timing table for PC Nº Resolution Graphic mode Horizontal Vertical
(dots x lines) frequency frequency
(kHz) (Hz)
1 640 x 480 VESA 60 31.469 59.940 2 800 x 600 VESA 60 37.879 60.317 3 1024 x 768 VESA 60 48.363 60.004
This TV does not support Sync on Green or Composite Sync. If a signal other than in the above chart is input, it may not be displayed properly or may not be displayed as you set. Using the Vertical frequency (Hz) of the personal computer at 60 is recommended.