Sony Trinitron KV-20M42 User manual

SONY: _o81._54.21
Trinitron °
Color TV
Operating Instructions
KV- 13M42
KV-20M42
KV-20S90
I
© 2001 by Sony Corporation

WARNING
To reduce tile risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture.
A his symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
//_ This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operatingand maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
Note to the CAW Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 82t)_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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
I.j Opera|e the TV only on 120 V AC.
I.j One blade of the power plug is wider than the other for safety purposes and will fit
into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, contact your dealen
I.j If any liquid or solid object falls into the TV, unplug it and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it further.
CAUTION
When using TV games, computers, and similar products with your TV, keep the brightness
and contrast funclions at low settings. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen
for long periods of time at a high brightness or contrast setting, the image can be
permanently imprinted onto the screen. Continuously watching the same channel can cause
the imprint of slafion logos onto the TV screen. These types of imprints are not covered by
your warranty because they are the results of misuse.

NOTIFICATION
T_s equipment has _n t_ted and formal _ comfy with be limi_ _r a Class B digi_l
device p_rsuant _ Part I5 of the FCC RMes, Thee Iimi_ a_ede_ed _ pro_de
i_as_mable prc'4_tiorl a_ainst havr_lf_] inter fer_mee irt a res,ld_n tial instdllatic_n, This
equipm_mt g_nerate_ _ses_ and can radiate radio E_-quency energy and, if not installed and
used in acc_rrdance wife the instvact_ons, may ca_ _, harmf_i inter feb.nee with radio
communications. However; fh_re is no guarant_ that interferen_ will not _ccur in a
paff_cular installation. [f this equipment does cause han_ttlI inte_'fe_nce t_ radio or
television reception, which can be det_vmined by turning th_ eqtfipm_mt off and on, th_
user is eneo mrag_.4 to t_y to eorr_.ct the intefferen_* by one or mc_re Ot the following
iFlea$1/[_i4
-1 Reori_mI or relocate th£ receiving antennas.
-1 ln¢-n2ase the separation between fhe equipm_nt and receive.
-1 Connect the eqMpm_nt into an outlet on a drcuit different from that to whidh the
_.'¢_ ve_*is connect_KL
-1 Consult the dealer _r an exp_¢ed radio!TV technldan tbr help.
Protecting the W
i_l _ prevent i_te_nal heat bMld-ap, do not bl_k the venfilafi_ _p_Mngs.
-I Do not instal] [he TV in a hot c_ ih_m_id place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or
m_chaMcal vibra ti_n.
Note on Caption Vision
T_s _Ievi_on receiver provides display of tel_wision closed cap_oning in accoMance w_th
§ 15119 of fhe FCC rut-s.
Use of this television tbr other than p_ivate viewing of programs broadcast on U_IF o,r %r[tF
or {ransmit_x_ by cable compaMes for the u_ _of the general pffblic may require
au fho_izafion fl'c_n the broadcastev-_:able company and!c_ program ow_'.
Owner's Record
The model and sc,rlal number,s a_' kx:at_t on th_ front cover ot this mammal and the _ear ot
yc_t_rT_;q
Trademarks and Copyrights
ENERGY STA_ _ is a registered ma_k.
ASan ENERGYSTAR_ _ r_'_r,5Oily_S _eterminedteat thisproductor product
mod_lm_etstE_E_Y S_ _g_id_iin_ forenergyeffkien_y,

Important Safeguards
F_ yoar pmt_, please mad them inst_ions ¢ompletel_ and i_p this manual _*
l:utu_ _!!:erence, Camffffly obsm've and comply wffh all wamings_ capetians and initiations
placed on the seL or descrd_'d in the opiating inst_!uctions or _21_rice manual
WARNING
guard against i_ ury_the f_lowing baMc sa f_ly preeauiion._ sh_uld be obsL_rved in _e
installation, use_ and sevvidng of the set.
Use
Power Sources
This _t sho_aldbe operat¢,d only from the
type of power som:ce indicated on the
_rial!model plate. If you am not sure ot
the type of dectrlcal power supplicd to
your home, consult your dealer or local
power compan?:_For th_e _ d_._igned to
opec'ate from bat_e_'ypow_% refer to the
opel*ating insiructlons,
For the set with a polarized ACpower
cord plug
This plug will fit into the pow_._routlet only
one wa> This is a salety featm_, [f you am
un_fble to insert the plug Kdly into the
oufleL try reve_*Ongthe plug. I1:_hepl_g
shou]d shlI fail k_fig contact your
dectrician to have a swiiable oaflet
installed, Do not defeat the safety p*lrpose
of the pdm:ized [5lug by fordng it in,
Grounding or Polarization
This set is ¢q_lipped with a polarized AC
power cord plwg (a plug having one blade
wide1' [hart the other), or with a three-wire
gTo unding tyT*e plllg (a pl_Jg having a {him
pin for grounding),
Fallow the instrt_cticms bdow:
Alternate Warning
For the set with a three-wire
grounding type ACplug
_is plug _I1 only _ inLoag_oundin_
type powe_ outlet= This is a salaty teatu_e.
I1:yogaare anable to ins_,_ the [51uginto the
oufleL contact your elect-rician to have a
suiDible ot_flet installed Do not defeat the
salk,ty pro:pose ot the grounding ping,

Overloading
Do not overload walI o ufk'ts_ extension
cords or conv_mi_mce receptacles beyond
their capacity, $in¢_ this can res_llt in fire or
eleetric shock, Always turn the sei off
when it is noi to be n_'d. _,%_m the sei is
left anatlended and _.mll_Kt tbr long
periods of fime_ unplug K/tom the wall
outlet as a praeaution against the
possibiliiy of an ink_nal malfzmefion fhat
¢ou]d ¢raate a fire hazard
Cleaning
Unplug the set from fhe wail outlet before
eleanlng or polishing it, Do not use liq_aid
cleaners or a_ro_l cleaners, Use a cloth
Iighfly dampened wiih water lot deanlng
the exterior of the _t.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push 6bi_'cts of any kind into the s_
through the ¢dbinei slots as ihey may teuch
dangerous voilage poinis or _hort out paris
thai could _'s_lll in afira or electric gh_k
Never spill liquid of any kind cm the sO.
If a snapping or popping sound from a _"
_'L is cantimmus or frequent while the TV
is opm'aimg; unplug the TV and c_msult
your deah_ or _,rvlee technician. IL is
n_nnal lot sc_ne TV _'ts to make
oeeasionaI snapping or popping sovmds,
part_c_llarly whim being Ira:ned an or off,
Attachments
_hemanufac_e_ as thW m_ cau_
haT_rds,
Installation
Water and Moisture
Do noi _lse power-line operat_.,d _,ts near
water' -- lPr exampl< near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, c_rlaundry tub, in
a wel ba_,ment, or near a swimming pooI,
etc.

Accessories
Do not t;,la_, the s_ on _n uns_ble cart,
stand_ tripod, bracket, _bl_ or ._helL _e
_t may _1_ causing _ri_ls ini_ry _ a
child or an ad_*l_ and ._rio_*s d_mage t_
_he set. U_ only a cart _rr_and
recommended by the mamlfactxl_,r lot the
specific model ot _" any mounting of the
prod_lct should ILqlow fhe man_._t_cl_arer's
insh:ucLion_, and shou]d use _ mounting
accesac_ryt_.'commend_t by lhe
mano ]acl_aI_l'. An applianee and car[
comb_natmn should be moved with care.
Quick stops, e×cesaive force, and unev*m
s_lr faces may cause fhe appliance, _nd cart
comblnat_on tx_overturn.
Never place lhe set in a confined
space, such as a bookcase, or builNn
cabinet, unless proper ve_tilal_ol_ is
t_rovided,
Do not place lhe set near or ove_ a
radiator or heat register, or where it
is exposed to dire¢l _unlight,
Ventilation
The .Mots a_d openings in the cdbine_ _nd
in the ba_k or bottom o-t_ provided f_r
necessary ventilation 'Ib enst_ reli_ible
ope_*atlon at the _'t, and lo protect ii fTom
overheating, _hese Nots and c,peni n g._;must
nm_er b_,blc_ked or covered,
* Never cove* the slot_ and openings
with acloth or other materials,
Power-Cord Protection
not allow any_ing _ _st on or roll
over the powe_ cord_ and do not place the
_'t w-hm_ the powe_ cm:d is s_abiect _o wear
or dbc__',
* Never block lhe slols and ope_*ings
by placing _he set on a bed, sofa, rug
o_ othe* similar surface,

Grounding or Polarization
This s_ may be equipped with a p_ariz_'d eliminating current llne ping (a plug h_wing one
Made wider than other), This plug will fit into _he power otlflet only one way. This is a
saleiy feature, I{you ar_:_trouble toin_,r t the plug f_llly int_ the o_ltlet_ try reversing the
_Yiug,If fhe plug should still fail l_ fit, c_ntact yc_l electrician to r_-place yc_lr obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety p_lrpo_, of _he pNm:i/_Kt plug
Antennas
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
if an out_:!oor antenna is ins_lled_ lollow the precaufiort_ b_ow. An outdoor ant_-nna
s_tem should not be k_at_'d in the vicinity ot overhead power lines or _h_-r elecMe ]ighi or
power cieeult_, or where ii can come in eonk_ct with such power ]in_s or drcc_lk_.
_IEN rNSTALLING AN OU'I_?OR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTNEME CARE SHOL_D
BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCIt IK)%rER LrNTS OR CTRCL_ AS
CONTACT Wl_I1T'IX|EM IS ALMC_T TNWARIA BLY FATAL.
sur_ the ant_mna system is grc_mded so as to provide _me protection agairtsi voltage
s_rg_ and b_ili-np st_ tlc charges, Section 810 of _he Na tlcn_aI Elect-rical Code (N_C) in USA
and _on 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides informa_cn_ with t_pect
to p_:oper grounding of the mast and s_pp_r t_ng st_uct_re, grounding of the lead-in wi_, to
an antenna disffharge unit, size ot grounding conductors, Iteration ot antenna di_hm:ge unit,
connection _o grc_mding electTod_s, and veqt_irem,_nts for fhe grocmding ffleclmde.
Antenna Grounding According to the NEC
Ref_r _ _e_ 54-300of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding,
N_ C_ NATIONAL F;L_T_;C _ODE
Lightning
Fo_ added protect:k_n for this tNevlsion receiver during alightning storm_ or wh_n it is Ief_
unatK_nded and u m_'d for long pm'iods of t-lme, tmplug i_ fTom the wall outlet and
di_nn_'ct _he antenna, This will prevent damage to fhe rt,c_ver d_e to lightning and
power-line surges,

Service
DamageRequiringService
Un_ug the _t f_m me wail _1_ and
refer s_vicing 1o qualified _rvice
pel_nneI under the IhqJow_ng c_ndi_ions:
*When the power cord or phlg is
damaged or frayed,
* If liquid has been spilled into the sei
or objecls have fallen into lhe
produd,
When the set exhibiis a distinct
€t_a_ge in performance -- this
indicates a need for service,
Servicing
n_ at_pt _ s_i_e the s_ _u_f
_nce _'_i_ the ¢_inet may expose yml
to dartge1!ous voltage or ott_ hazards.
_v_fer al] _l_¢iclng to ql.lalified service
pers<_nnel
If the set has been exposed to rain or
water,
Replacement Parts
_Then mplac_ment parts are required, be
su_.! the s_vice t_x:hnldan certifies in
wMfing that he has _1_,d_,piacem_m I parts
sp_x:ifled by fhe man_a fact_.irer that have the
_me characteristics as the original parts,
Unauthorized substitutions may r_wl_ in
fi_, dectric sh_k. or othe_ hazards,
If the sei has been subject to
excessive _hock by being dropped,
or the cabinel has been damaged,
If lhe sei does not operate normally
when following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are specified in the
operating instructions, Improper
adjustment of other controls may
restfll in damage and will often
require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the set
to normal operation,
Safety Check
Upm_ completion of any s_._rviceor repairs
k_ lhe _t, ask the _vice technician to
perform royal-me safety checks (as sp eaqfi_Kt
by tt_e mamffact_wer) to d_rmine that the
_'t is in _fe open'aft ng condition, and to so
certify, rrVhen the _'t readhes the end ot il_
useful life. improper disposal could _t_It
in a pk_ure t_fbe implosion Ask a qualified
_,rvice technician to dispose ot the set

Contents
Introduction
Trinitron ¢_Color TV Features ............................ 1
Batteries for _he Remote Control,,,,.,.,,,.,....,..,,,, 2
About [his Manual ............................................. 2
ConnectingYourTV
Basic Connec_ons ................................................ 3
Connecting Additional Equipmen_ .................. 4
Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions
Using the Remote Control .................................. 9
Setting Up [he TV Automatically ............. 11
Quick Stare to _e Menus, ..................... 12
Using the Menus
Using [he VIDEO _ menu ............................. 13
UMng [he AUDIO ._ menu ........................... 14
UMng the TIMER @ menu .................... 15
UMng [he SET UP _ menu ................... 16
CHANNEL SET UP menu ................... 17
UMng PARENTAL CONTROL ....................... 18
Other Information
Troubleshooting ............................... 25
Specifications, .................................. 27
Index. ................................................................. 29

Introduction
Congrattdations on your purchase of file Sony Trinitron ®Color TV.
Before you begin uamg this manual, plea_ check the model numbez
loca _ed on the rear of your TV or on _he fron_ cover of this manual.
The menu and illustrations tLsed in tke_ instructions are for KV-20S90 _o
show the maximum numbez of feaklres available. Differmlces m
operation or feaDares will be indicated m file te×_, for cvxampte, "KV-20S90
only."
Trinitron ®Color TV Features
Depmlding on your TV_some of file fea Dares you will mljoy include:
_1 PARENTALCONTROL-- A tool for parents to help monitor what Lheir
childre_l watch on TV by eslablishmg rating timi_s.
_1 FAVORITECHANNEL-- hlstant access to your favorite chamlels with
the _ouch of a button.
_1 Energy Star-- A recognized symbol of energy efficiency.
_1 Direct MTS-- Allows direc_ access to changing your Multi4_hanne]
TV Somld: STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Programming), or MONO,
with file _ouch of a bu_on (KV-20S90 only).
_1 ON/OFF TIMER -- Program your TV for scheduled viewing, (excep_
KV-13M42).
_1 Trilingual Menus -- Choose between English, French, or Spanish
mmlus (KV-20S90 only),
_1 Front Panel Controls -- Allows access _o the on-screen menus
withou_ file ttse of a remote control.
_1 Front AN inputs -- A quick connection for video games, camcorders,
or seereoimono equipment (excep_ KV-13M42).

Batteries for the Remote Control
Inser_ _wo AA (R6) batteries (supplied) into the remo_e control using file
following illtLstration as a guide,
About this Manual
This manu_ provides instructions _o help you enjoy your new TV, It
shows you how to connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR or
camcorder, Once you're connected, follow file ins_uc_ions to learn how
to use the remo_e control _o access _he on-screen mentLs,
2

Connecting Your TV
Read _his chapter before se_hlg up your TV for file first _ime, This K_c_ion
covers basic connec[ions in addition [o any optional equipmext[ you may
be connecting,
BasicConnections
TV with indoor or outdoor antenna, or CAW cable
Depending on [he cable available hi your home, choose one of file
connections below:
AVHFonly 75-ohm (Rearof'rv)
or coaxial cable VHF/UHF
VHF/UHF _.m_
or
(aide
VHFonly 300-ohmtwin (Rearof'rv)
or leadcable VHF/UHF
UHForonly _ _______
VHF/UHFAntennaconnector_
(KV-13M42 only)
C VHF 75-ohm
and coaxial cable
UHF
300-ohmtwin
lead cable
3

Connecting Additional Equipment
TV and VCR
tit
_ ........ Video (yellow)
......... Audio L(white)
..... Audio R {_d_
Op'donal connection
F_
An_m_n_
Conn¢_ [hecoaxialcablefrom yourTV _enna orcableservice to
_h_ [N jack on >,our VCR,
Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from [he OUT jack on your
VCR to the VItFiU[tF IN iack on the TV.
Optional Connection
If your VCR is equipped, wi_h video ouPputs, you can gel better picture
quali_/by connec_h_g Audio/_iideo cables (r_ot supplied) from AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your VCR _o AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your T¥{
4

TV and Cable Box
Cable
Cable Box
2
Rear of TV
VIDC-O 1 IN
© @ @
RtllClO L_) VIDEO
Connec_ file coaxial cable fn_m your cable service _o file IN jack on
your cable box,
Connec_ a coaxiai cable (no_ supplied) from _he OUT jack on your
cable box _o file VtlFiUHF IN jack on file TV_
5

TV, VCR, and Cable box
3 @ v_m@
,Ik. dk_ AI
I I I
VCR
f.
From Cable Box
_ _ ...... Video (yellow)
V _ _ ...... AudioL(v_m}
.... Audio I_(red)
, Optlona_r.mmecUon
1
2
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the IN jack on
your cable box.
Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your
cable box _ fl'le _ jack on your VCR,
Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from OUT on your VCR _;_
Vt IF/U1 IF jack on your TK
Optional Connection
If your VCR is equipped wifl_ vide, a ou_uts you can get better pidure
quality by connecLfllg Audio/Video cables (not s_pplied) from AUDIO
and VIDEO OUT on your VCR LoAUDIO/VIDEO IN on },our TM
6

Connecting a Camcorder
Using Audio/Video cables (no[ supplied), conned AUDIO and VIDEO
OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV_
Front A/V Panel
v'=r'=,:,;
Audio R(red) _ _ _
A/V output
Connecting Headphones
Connec_ your headphones to file {3_jack on file front of your TV.
Front A/V Panel
f_ VIDEO LI_I*AUDIO-R
I=L__V DEO NPUT
7

Using the Remote Control and
Basic Functions
This section shows you how to use more advm_ced buttons on the remote control
and how to use [he on-screen menus..
Buffon
FOWER
©
SLEEp
Description
Press _;h_m you want to turn the TV on
and off.
Turns the TV off auR)matlcally in
approximately 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Caned
by pressing until SLEEP OFF appeal s.
Instantly turns off the sound. Press again
or press _ to rests>re sound.
Cycles through the availaNe video inpuks=
@ _ MU_NG
M_LAv _,,InBO
_) ® ® o,_, presson_etoshowcur,_,ttir,*,,(i_,t)
(_) (_) C:D and channel nv.mber. Press again to
activate CAPTION VISION settings, if
available. To cancel, press again until
_ DISPLAY OFF appears.
Mrs Cycles through the Multi-Channel TV
C::D Sound (MTS) options: STEREO, SAP
_ (Second Audio Programmlng) and
MONO, (K_2C890 only).
(_.(_) Press for channel selection, the Channel
_.41!change after 2 seconds.
......... mW=R Press after sek, cting a Channel t_sing the
SO_ O (_-(_) butRms to irrlmediately activate
|l sek<'_on.
• a_P Alternates back and forth betw_,n the last
two channels _flecttKt with the (_-(_)
bu_ons=
ME.U Displays the on-scr_,n menu. Press again
c:::m to exit the menu at any time.
sEu_r Activates ihighlighted _,lections in the
C3D O1'1-_ re{_l'l ri!l _Yflu.
9

MOVES the cursor i_l fhe on_scre _'r_ n:l_ytll._.
(2_ _he o_l_scl_?erl rTl_lu.
o_ Press when you wa*_t to Change channels.
voL Press when you waist to adiust the vok_me.
10

Setting Up the TV Automatically
After you have finished conneetblg your TV, you will want to run AUTO
PR(X._RAM to set up your chamlels, (KV-13M42, see page 17 for
information on AUTO PROGRAM),
FormodelsKV-20M42, KV-20S90only
POWER
1Press _ to t_lm on the T% the Initial setup screen appears,
(U,S.models only)
ENGLISH: _H+]
ESPA_IOL: [CH-]
AUTO SET UP:WOL+]
DEMO: [VOL-]
MENU: [TVNIDEO]
First please connect
_ble/antenna
Press [SETUP] to _dt
(Canadianmodelsonly)
ENGLISH: [CH+]
ES PAIV,IOL: [CH-]
FRAN(_AIS: [VOL+]
AUTO SET Up:[VOL-]
DEMO: [TVNIDEO]
Rrst please connect
cable/antenna
Press [SETUP] to e0dt
Make your language selection_ the on-screen menus will change _o
reflect your choice.
Follow the on-screen hlstruc_ions _o conthlue AUTO SET UP or for a
DEMO of file menus.
ForU.S.models only
4 Press w_:)_ to operate file on-screml mealus without file remote
control Follow file on-screeal instructions to make adjustmmlts to
your TV settings.
To perform Auto Setup again
.J Press the _ and s_P bu_fx_nson the, fron_ panel of the TV and follow
st_rps2_.
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