Sony CRT Television KD 27FS170 KD 32FS170 KD 36FS170 User Manual

Connecting Additional Equipment  
2-670-362-21(1)  
Operating Instructions  
KD-27FS170  
KD-32FS170  
KD-36FS170  
© 2006 by Sony Corporation  
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WARNING  
Pursuant to FCC regulations, you are cautioned that  
any changes or modifications not expressly approved  
in this manual could void your authority to operate  
this equipment.  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the  
TV to rain or moisture.  
NOTIFICATION  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with  
the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and  
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference with radio communications. However,  
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more  
of the following measures:  
ATTENTION  
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,  
NE PAS OUVRIR  
PRECAUCION  
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO  
NO ABRIR  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and  
receiver.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
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.  
This 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 operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions in the literature  
accompanying the appliance.  
Protecting the TV  
To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the  
ventilation openings.  
Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place  
subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.  
Note to the CATV Installer  
Note on Caption Vision  
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.  
This television receiver provides display of television closed  
captioning in accordance with § 15.119 of the FCC rules.  
Use of this television for other than private viewing of  
programs broadcast on UHF or VHF or transmitted by cable  
companies for the use of the general public may require  
authorization from the broadcaster-cable company and/or  
program owner.  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Owner’s Record  
Operate the TV only on 120 V AC.  
The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover  
of this manual and at the rear of your TV.  
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 dealer.  
If any liquid or solid object falls into the TV, unplug it and  
have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it  
further.  
Trademarks and Copyrights  
®
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony  
Corporation has determined that this  
®
product meets the ENERGY STAR  
guidelines for energy efficiency.  
®
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered  
CAUTION  
mark.  
When using TV games, computers, and similar products  
with your TV, keep the brightness and contrast functions 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 station logos onto the TV screen.  
These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty  
because they are the results of misuse.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.  
Dolby and the double-D symbol are  
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.  
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use  
this polarized plug with an extension cord,  
receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can  
be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.  
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
For your protection, please read these instructions  
Corrosion  
completely, and keep this manual for future reference.  
Do not use the set close to the ocean since it may cause the  
Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions  
and instructions placed on the set, or described in the  
operating instructions or service manual.  
set to be exposed to excess salt, corrosion, and internal  
damage and will deteriorate its performance. If you expose  
the TV to these conditions, you should take the necessary  
precautions to reduce the humidity and temperature of the  
area in which the set is located.  
WARNING  
To guard against injury, the following basic safety  
precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and  
servicing of the set.  
Attachments  
Do not use attachments not recommended  
by the manufacturer, as they may cause  
hazards.  
Use  
Power Sources  
Do not place any objects, especially heavy  
objects, on top of the set. The object may  
fall from the set, causing injury.  
This set should be operated only from  
the type of power source indicated on  
the serial/model plate. If you are not  
sure of the type of electrical power  
supplied to your home, consult your  
dealer or local power company. For  
those sets designed to operate from  
battery power, refer to the operating instructions.  
Cleaning  
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before  
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid  
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth  
lightly dampened with water for cleaning  
the exterior of the set.  
Grounding or Polarization  
If a snapping or popping sound from a TV set  
is continuous or frequent while the TV is  
operating, unplug the TV and consult your  
dealer or service technician. It is normal for  
some TV sets to make occasional snapping or  
popping sounds, particularly when being  
turned on or off.  
This set may be equipped with a  
polarized alternating current line plug  
(a plug having one blade wider than  
other). This plug will fit into the  
power outlet only one way. This is a  
safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If  
the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your  
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the  
polarized plug.  
Installation  
Always use two or more people to lift or move the set. The  
set is heavy and the bottom surface is flat. Serious injury can  
result from trying to move the set by yourself alone, or from  
unsteady handling.  
For the set with a three-wire grounding type AC plug  
This plug will only fit into a  
Install the set on a stable, level surface.  
grounding-type power outlet. This is  
a safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug into the outlet, contact  
your electrician to have a suitable  
outlet installed. Do not defeat the  
safety purpose of the grounding plug.  
Water and Moisture  
Do not use power-line  
operated sets near water —  
for example, near a bathtub,  
washbowl, kitchen sink, or  
laundry tub, in a wet  
basement, or near a  
swimming pool, etc.  
Overloading  
Do not overload wall  
outlets, extension  
Accessories  
cords or convenience  
receptacles beyond  
Do not place the set on  
their capacity, since  
an unstable cart, stand,  
this can result in fire  
tripod, bracket, table,  
or electric shock.  
or shelf. The set may  
Always turn the set off when it is not to be 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.  
fall, causing serious  
injury to a child or an  
adult, and serious  
damage to the set. Use  
only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer for the  
specific model of TV. Any mounting of the product should  
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a  
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An  
appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.  
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause  
the appliance and cart combination to overturn.  
Do not disconnect the antenna or the power cord during a  
heavy storm. Lightning may strike while you are holding  
the cable or cord, causing serious injury. Turn off your TV  
and wait for the weather to improve.  
Object and Liquid Entry  
Never push objects of any kind into the set  
through the cabinet slots as they may touch  
dangerous voltage points or short out parts  
that could result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.  
Ventilation  
The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or  
bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure  
reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from  
overheating, these slots and openings must never be  
blocked or covered.  
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Never cover the slots and openings  
with a cloth or other materials.  
Service  
Damage Requiring Service  
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:  
Never block the slots and openings  
by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug  
or other similar surface.  
When the power cord or plug  
is damaged or frayed.  
If liquid has been spilled  
into the set or objects have  
fallen into the product.  
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.  
If the set has been exposed to  
rain or water.  
Power-Cord Protection  
Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the  
power cord, and do not place the set where the  
power cord is subject to wear or abuse.  
If the set has been subject to  
excessive shock by being  
dropped, or the cabinet has  
been damaged.  
Antennas  
Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
If the set does not operate  
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions  
below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in  
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or  
power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such  
power lines or circuits.  
normally when following the operating  
instructions. Adjust only those controls  
that are specified in the operating  
instructions. Improper adjustment of  
other controls may result in damage and  
will often require extensive work by a  
qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation.  
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA  
SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP  
FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR  
CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST  
INVARIABLY FATAL.  
When the set exhibits a distinct change in  
performance — this indicates a need for service.  
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some  
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.  
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in USA and  
Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada  
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the  
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire  
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,  
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding  
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.  
Servicing  
Do not attempt to service the set yourself  
since opening the cabinet may expose you  
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer  
all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Replacement Parts  
When replacement parts are required, be  
sure the service technician certifies in  
writing that he has used replacement  
parts specified by the manufacturer that  
have the same characteristics as the  
original parts. Unauthorized  
Antenna Grounding According to the NEC  
Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical  
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.  
substitutions may result in fire, electric  
shock, or other hazards.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
Safety Check  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to  
the set, ask the service technician to perform  
routine safety checks (as specified by the  
manufacturer) to determine that the set is in  
safe operating condition, and to so certify.  
When the set reaches the end of its useful life,  
improper disposal could result in a picture  
tube implosion. Ask a qualified service  
technician to dispose of the set.  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)  
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE  
Lightning  
For added protection for this television receiver during a  
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused  
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and  
disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the  
receiver due to lightning and power-line surges.  
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User Guide  
Contents  
Introduction  
Features .................................................... 1  
About this Manual ......................................... 2  
Front Panel Menu Controls .......................... 2  
Navigate the On-Screen Analog  
Using the Video Menu.................................21  
Using the Channel Setup Menu..................22  
Parental Control.....................................24  
United States:  
Remote Control Description......................... 3  
Connecting Your TV  
Canada:  
Basic Connections .......................................... 6  
Connecting Additional Equipment ............. 7  
Options ............................................26  
Using the Clock/Timers Menu...................27  
Using the Digital Features Menu ...............29  
Setting Up the TV...................................... 13  
Overview....................................................... 14  
Tuning to a Digital Channel ....................... 14  
Using the Digital Program Guide.............. 15  
Using Digital Favorite Channels................ 16  
Using the Screen Mode Feature ................. 17  
Using the Remote Control to Display and  
Menus......................................................30  
Using the Digital Channels Menu..............31  
Using the Digital Setup Menu ....................32  
Using the Parental Lock Menu ...................34  
Other Information  
Troubleshooting............................................35  
Specifications.................................................38  
Index..............................................................39  
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Introduction  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA®.  
Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features  
Some of the features you will enjoy include:  
FD Trinitron Flat CRT — Delivers a picture with uncompromising accuracy and  
outstanding image detail via a technologically advanced tube.  
Analog and Digital Receivers — Built-in tuners allow you to receive both analog (NTSC)  
and digital (ATSC) programming. Digital programming is available only via terrestrial  
signals over-the-air.  
Wide Screen Mode — Watch digital 16:9 (widescreen) broadcasts in their original  
widescreen format, or zoom to fill the 4:3 aspect ratio screen.  
YPBPR Inputs — Provides component video inputs for superior picture quality  
(480i only).  
Parental Control (V-Chip) — Helps parents monitor what their children watch on TV by  
establishing rating limits.  
ClearEdge VM — Sharpen picture definition to give objects a crisp, clear edge (only for  
KD-32FS170 and KD-36FS170 models).  
Favorite Channels — Enables you to set up separate Favorite Channel lists for analog and  
digital channels.  
Digital Program Guide — Select digital channels from an on-screen program guide.  
ENERGY STAR® — Meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.  
Front Panel Controls — Allows access to the on-screen menus without the use of a remote  
control.  
Front A/V Inputs — Lets you quickly connect video games, camcorders, or stereo/mono  
equipment.  
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About this Manual  
This manual provides instructions to help you enjoy your new TV. It shows you how to  
connect to an antenna or cable, cable box, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver or camcorder. Once  
your TV is connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on-  
screen menus.  
Batteries for the Remote Control  
Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control using the following illustration as a  
guide.  
Under normal conditions, batteries will last up to six months. If the remote control does not operate  
properly, the batteries might be worn out.  
If you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to  
avoid possible damage from battery leakage.  
Front Panel Menu Controls  
The front panel controls allow you to access the menu without the remote control.  
Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu.  
Use the G g (– VOLUME +), Ff (– CHANNEL +) buttons on the front panel to navigate through  
the menus, then press  
(TV/VIDEO) to select an item. The front panel controls also allows  
you to change your channels, adjust the volume and change video inputs.  
To navigate the menus with your remote control, see pages 20 and 30.  
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Using the Remote Control  
Remote Control Description  
D Indicates feature available only in digital tuning mode.  
Button Description  
MUTING  
POWER  
DISPLAY  
MUTING  
Press to turn off the sound. Press again or press VOL+  
to restore sound.  
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A
B
qs  
qd  
SCREEN  
MODE  
PICTURE  
MODE  
DISPLAY  
Press once to display the current time (if set) and the  
program status such as channel number, Channel  
Label (if set), video input, Video Label (if set), and Info  
Banner (if set). Press again to turn off the display.  
2
TV/VIDEO  
C
D
1
4
7
3
6
9
2
5
8
SCREEN  
MODE  
D
Press repeatedly the Screen Mode options. For details  
3
4
qf  
on using Screen Mode, see page 17. Also available in the  
Digital Setup menu (see page 32).  
PICTURE  
MODE  
Press repeatedly to step through the available video  
picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie, and Pro. Also  
available in the Video menu. See “Using the Video  
Menu” on page 21 for details.  
ENT  
5
6
0
VOL  
CH  
JUMP  
qg  
qh  
D
Use with 0-9 and ENT buttons to select digital  
5
6
DIGITAL/  
ANALOG  
channels (for example, 2.1). For details on selecting digital  
channels, see page 14.  
7
8
GUIDE  
RESET  
MENU  
JUMP  
Press to jump back and forth between the current  
channel and the last channel that you selected. (JUMP  
does not switch between analog and digital channels.)  
9
0
qa  
EXIT  
qj  
qk  
DIGITAL/  
ANALOG  
Press to switch between digital and analog tuning  
modes.  
7
8
9
SLEEP  
VOL  
(volume)  
Press (+) or (–) to adjust the volume.  
TV  
RM-YD006  
GUIDE  
D Press to display the digital program guide. For  
details, see page 15.  
Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the on-  
screen menus. Press the center button to select an  
option. (If no menu or display is shown, pressing the  
center button displays the Favorite Channels list.)  
0
RESET  
Press to return to factory settings while in an  
on-screen menu.  
qa  
POWER  
Press to turn on/off the TV.  
qs  
qd  
qf  
TV/VIDEO  
Press to cycle through available video inputs.  
and Press 0-9 to select a channel; the channel changes after  
0
9
2 seconds. Press ENT to change channels immediately.  
ENT  
CH (channel) Press to change channels. The channel will change  
according to the current tuning mode (analog or digital).  
To scan rapidly through the channels, press and hold  
down the CH+ or CH- button.  
qg  
MENU  
Press to display and exit the analog menu. To display  
the digital menu, see page 30. (For details, see page 18)  
qh  
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Button  
EXIT  
Description  
Press to exit menus and other on-screen displays.  
qj  
qk  
SLEEP  
Press repeatedly until the TV displays the time in  
minutes (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90) that you want the TV to  
remain on before shutting off automatically. Cancel by  
pressing until Sleep Off appears.  
If you lose your remote control, see page 36.  
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Connecting Your TV  
Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time. This section explains how to  
make the basic connections and how to connect optional equipment.  
TV Rear Panel  
ATSC  
1
2
3
4
5
Jack  
Description  
1 ATSC  
This input connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or digital cable  
box for digital signal (ATSC).  
2 VHF/UHF  
This input connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable for  
analog signal (NTSC).  
3 S VIDEO  
This input connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your VCR or  
other video equipment that has S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides  
better picture quality than the VHF/UHF jacks or the video  
input jack. S VIDEO does not provide sound; connect the audio  
cable.  
4 VIDEO/AUDIO  
This input connects to the AUDIO/VIDEO output jacks on your  
VCR or other video equipment. A third video input jack  
(VIDEO 2) is located on the front panel of the TV. These  
AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks provide better picture quality than  
the VHF/UHF jack.  
L(MONO), R  
5
YPBP  
R/ L, R  
This input connects to the component video YPBPR and AUDIO  
L, R jacks on your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only).  
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Basic Connections  
TV with Cable, Indoor, or Outdoor Antenna  
Depending on the cable system available in your home, choose one of the connections below:  
75-ohm  
coaxial cable  
(Rear of TV)  
VHF/UHF  
75-ohm  
coaxial cable  
ATSC  
Use option A to connect the TV to a cable system or an antenna with a 75-ohm cable.  
300-ohm  
twin cable  
(Rear of TV)  
VHF/UHF  
Antenna connector  
Converter EAC-25  
or commercially  
available converter  
(not supplied)  
Converter EAC-25 is commercially known as a 300-to-75 ohm antenna adapter.  
Use option B to connect the TV to a dipole antenna, also known as a “rabbit ears antenna“.  
If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna, you may need to adjust the orientation of the  
antenna for the best reception.  
Connecting Two RF Inputs  
If you want to watch RF signals for both antenna (over-the-air) and cable broadcast signals,  
you’ll need to use an optional A-B switch for RF inputs (not supplied), as shown below.  
Use the A-B selector to switch between the  
over-the-air signals and the cable signals.  
Then set the Cable setting in the Channel  
Setup menu to On or Off, as described on  
A/B  
RF Switch  
Cable  
A
B
Antenna  
page 22.  
For best results, be sure to use an RF switch, as shown above, instead of a simple splitter.  
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Connecting Additional Equipment  
Connecting a DVD Player using Composite Video (VIDEO/AUDIO L(MONO),R)  
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your DVD player  
to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
Rear of TV  
ATSC  
Rear of DVD Player  
Audio R (red)  
Audio L (white)  
Video (yellow)  
Optional connection  
Optional connection  
For better picture quality, use S VIDEO (located on the rear panel) instead of the yellow  
video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound, so you still must connect the audio cables.  
Connecting a DVD Player using Component Video (YPBPR R L)  
If your DVD player is equipped with component video outputs (YPBPR), you can improve the  
picture quality by using component video cables (480i only).  
Rear of TV  
ATSC  
Rear of DVD Player  
P (red)  
R
P (blue)  
B
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
Y (green)  
2
1
1
2
Make sure your DVD player is set up (see page 35). Using component video cables (not  
supplied), connect YPBPR OUT on your DVD player to YPBPR IN on your TV.  
Connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV.  
The YPBPR outputs on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y, CB, and CR or Y, B-Y, and R-Y. If so,  
connect the cables to like colors.  
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Connecting a TV and VCR  
Rear of TV  
ATSC  
2
VCR  
1
Audio R (red)  
Audio L (white)  
Video (yellow)  
From  
cable/antenna  
Optional connection  
Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your  
1
2
VCR.  
Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF  
jack on the TV.  
Optional connection  
If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you can get better picture quality by  
connecting audio/video cables (not supplied) from AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your VCR to  
AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
For better picture quality, use S VIDEO (located on the rear panel) instead of the yellow  
video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound, so you still must connect the audio cables.  
To watch video programs from your VCR, tune your TV to Channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your  
VCR).  
You can use the  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO inputs.  
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Connecting a TV and Cable Box  
Some cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all  
channels. If you subscribe to such type of service, use this connection.  
Cable box  
1
VIDEO AUDIO L AUDIO R  
LINE  
OUT  
From cable/  
antenna  
Rear of TV  
ATSC  
2
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 to the  
VHF/UHF jack on your TV.  
Optional connection  
To view channels from your cable box, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear  
panel of your cable box) and use the cable box's remote control to change channels.  
If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you should  
consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 22).  
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Connecting a TV and Satellite Receiver  
Rear of TV  
ATSC  
From  
2
cable/  
antenna  
Satellite receiver  
1
Satellite  
antenna  
cable  
Audio R (red)  
Audio L (white)  
Video (yellow)  
3
1
2
Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on your satellite receiver.  
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the VHF/UHF jack on  
your TV.  
3
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your satellite  
receiver to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
To watch video programs from your Satellite receiver, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4.  
You can use the  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO inputs.  
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Connecting a TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver using Component Video (YPBPR)  
Rear of TV  
From  
cable/  
antenna  
ATSC  
4
2
1
VCR  
Satellite  
Receiver  
3
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
Audio R  
Y (green)  
(blue)  
(red)  
5
(red)  
6
7
P
B
Audio L  
P
R
(white)  
1
Connect the coaxial cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on the satellite  
receiver.  
2
3
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service or antenna to the IN jack on your VCR.  
Using a coaxial cables (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the  
VHF/UHF jack on your TV.  
4
5
6
7
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your satellite  
receiver to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your VCR.  
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your VCR to  
AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
Using component video cables (not supplied), connect YPBPR OUT on your satellite  
receiver to YPBPR IN on your TV.  
Connect AUDIO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO IN on your TV.  
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Connecting a Camcorder (for playback)  
To connect your camcorder, you can use the Audio/Video inputs on either the front or rear  
panel of the TV. Using the audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT  
on your camcorder to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
Front Panel  
Audio R (red)  
Audio L (white)  
Video (yellow)  
A/V output  
Optional connection  
For better picture quality, use S VIDEO (located on the rear panel), instead of the yellow  
video cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound, so you still must connect the audio cables.  
Connecting for Video Tape Editing (VCR and Camcorder)  
Camcorder  
(for playback)  
Rear of TV  
1b  
ATSC  
or  
1a  
A/V output  
VCR (for playback)  
LINE  
IN  
LINE  
IN  
VIDEO AUDIO L AUDIO R  
VIDEO AUDIO L AUDIO R  
LINE  
OUT  
LINE  
OUT  
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
VCR (for recording)  
2
1
For video tape editing, connect the VCR to the following sources:  
If you are connecting a VCR, use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect  
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your first VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your second VCR  
(option 1a).  
If you are connecting a camcorder, use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect  
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on your camcorder to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your VCR  
(option 1b).  
2
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO/VIDEO OUT on the second  
VCR to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
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Setting Up the TV  
After you have finished connecting your TV, use Auto Program to set up your analog and  
digital channel lists. During Auto Program, the TV will automatically search for available  
channels and program receivable channels.  
After starting Auto Program, wait until the process is complete to avoid missing some channels that  
are available. To re-program receivable channels, run Auto Program again as described on page 22  
(analog channels) and page 31 (digital channels).  
1
2
Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.  
The Initial Setup screen appears.  
Press the CH+ button on the remote control or on the TV front panel to start Auto Program,  
or press the CH- button to exit.  
The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program.  
Auto Program automatically creates a list of receivable analog channels. When completed,  
a screen prompts you to continue searching for digital channels.  
Searching for digital channels may take 50 minutes or more to complete. A progress bar is  
displayed while the channel list is being created.  
3
When Auto Program is finished, the lowest numbered channel is displayed.  
To run Auto Program again at a later time  
Use the Auto Program feature, using the TV’s menus. For analog channels, see page 22.  
For digital channels, see page 31.  
To add digital channels  
Use the Digital Channels/Add feature, as described on page 31.  
To reset the TV to factory settings  
1
2
3
Turn the TV on.  
Hold down  
on the remote control.  
Press and release the POWER button on the TV front panel. The TV will turn itself off, then  
back on.  
4
Release  
.
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Using the Digital Features  
Overview  
This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV that are designed to work with  
digital channels.  
Tuning to a Digital Channel  
This TV is equipped with a built-in digital tuner, which enables you to receive digital  
channels. In order to enjoy the digital features of this TV, you need to switch the TV between  
analog and digital tuning modes by pressing the  
button on the remote control, or by  
switching between analog and digital tuning modes using the TV's Channel Mode menu  
option (see page 29).  
To directly tune to a digital channel:  
1
If the TV is in analog tuning mode, press  
mode.  
on the remote control to enter digital tuning  
2
Press --9, , press --9 again, and then  
.
For example, to select subchannel 21.13, press 2+1+ +1+3, and then press  
.
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Using the Digital Program Guide  
The digital program guide lets you review program information and select digital channels.  
The digital program guide cannot be displayed when: the TV is in analog tuning mode, when there are  
no digital channels available, when the TV is tuned to one of the video inputs, or when the Channel Fix  
option is set to anything other than Off (see page 22).  
To display the digital program guide:  
1
If the TV is in analog tuning mode, press the  
digital tuning mode.  
button on the remote control to switch to  
You can also see the current tuning mode and switch between analog and digital tuning modes using  
the Channel Mode menu option (see page 29).  
2
Press  
. The digital program guide appears, with the currently selected program  
showing in the background.  
Program title and  
description, time  
remaining, rating  
information, closed-  
caption availability,  
format, resolution,  
aspect ratio  
Channel number, call  
letters (if available)  
Selectable channel list  
Program information in the guide is provided by the broadcasters. As a result, it may sometimes include  
only the channel number, without a program title or description.  
To Do This ...  
Do This ...  
Scroll through the channel list  
Press V or v  
Select the currently displayed channel Press  
and exit the guide  
.
Display additional options  
Press b. See “Using Additional Digital Program  
Guide Options” on page 16.  
Exit the Guide (without changing  
channels)  
Press  
.
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Using Additional Digital Program Guide Options  
Press b while in the digital program guide’s channel list to display the following options,  
which allow you to customize the settings of the program on the currently tuned channel.  
Option  
Description  
Alternate Video  
(when available)  
Each program has a main video stream (the video that you see when the  
channel is first tuned), and may have alternate video streams. This  
option allows you to switch among these alternate video streams.  
Alternate Audio  
(when available)  
Each program has a main audio stream (the audio that you hear when  
the channel is first tuned). This option allows you to switch among these  
alternate audio streams (e.g., for different languages).  
Using Digital Favorite Channels  
The digital Favorite Channels feature lets you select programs from a list of up to 16 favorite  
digital channels that you specify. You can create a list using the Favorite Channels option in  
the Digital Channel menu (described on page 31).  
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Using the Screen Mode Feature  
The Screen Mode feature is useful for adjusting a 16:9 (widescreen) program for optimal  
viewing on your TV’s 4:3 aspect ratio screen. Using the Screen Mode feature, you can enlarge  
pictures so that they better fill the screen (enlarging the picture so that the black bars on the  
edges of the screen are clipped off).  
The Screen Mode option is available only for digital 16:9 programming.  
Before using the Screen Mode feature  
If the TV is in analog tuning mode, press the  
button to switch to digital tuning mode.  
Example  
Description  
Full displays the 16:9 program in its  
original aspect ratio. If the program  
was a 480i 4:3 program that was  
upconverted to 720p or 1080i (as  
shown at left) , there will be black bars  
visible at the left, right, top, and  
bottom sides.  
SCREEN  
Full  
m
Zoom enlarges the picture uniformly.  
Some clipping may occur.  
SCREEN  
SCREEN  
SCREEN  
Zoom  
m
Horizontal Expand stretches the  
picture horizontally. Some clipping  
may occur.  
Horizontal Expand  
m
Vertical Expand stretches the picture  
vertically. Some clipping may occur.  
Vertical Expand  
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Using the Analog Menus  
Overview  
This chapter describes how to use the analog menu features of your TV.  
Menu Descriptions  
Analog Menu  
Description  
Video Menu  
Adjust your picture settings.  
Video  
Mode:Vivid  
For details, see page 21.  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Hue  
Sharpness  
C
ClearEdge VM:High  
olor Temp.:Cool  
Move  
Select  
End  
End  
End  
Channel Setup Menu  
(Analog channels only): Customize your  
channel settings.  
Channel Setup  
Favorite Channels  
Cable:On  
Channel Fix:Off  
Auto Program  
For details, see page 22.  
Channel Show/Hide  
Channel Label  
Move  
Select  
Parental Control Menu  
Set rating limits on your TV based on  
program rating or content.  
Parental Control  
Password:  
For details, see page 23.  
Use [0-9] buttons to  
enter new password  
Move  
Select  
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Analog Menu  
Description  
Clock/Timers Menu  
Set the clock on your TV and program  
scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and Timer  
2 (timers work with analog channels only).  
Clock/Timers  
Timer 1:Set  
Timer 2:Set  
Current Time  
For details, see page 27.  
Move  
Select  
End  
Setup Menu  
(Analog channels only): Select analog closed  
captioning options (Caption Vision), display  
the name of the current program and its  
remaining time (Info Banner), select stereo,  
bilingual and mono programs (MTS), label  
video inputs, select menu language,  
enhance DVD picture resolution (16:9  
Enhanced), and adjust tilt correction.  
Setup  
Caption Vision:Off  
Info Banner:Off  
MTS:Stereo  
Video Label  
Language:English  
16:9 Enhancement:Off  
Tilt Correction  
Move  
Select  
End  
For details, see page 28.  
Digital Features Menu  
Access Digital Menu options and select  
analog or digital tuning modes.  
Digital Features  
Digital Menu  
Channel Mode:Digital  
For details, see page 29.  
Move  
Select  
End  
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Using the Remote Control to Display and Navigate  
the On-Screen Analog Menus  
1 Press  
to display the on-screen  
analog menu.  
VOL  
CH  
JUMP  
DIGITAL/  
ANALOG  
Move  
2 Use the B or b buttons to highlight  
the desired menu icon. Press  
select it.  
to  
GUIDE  
RESET  
MENU  
3 Use the V or v buttons to scroll up  
EXIT  
and down through the features.  
Select  
4 Follow the instructions on the screen.  
SLEEP  
5 Press  
to exit the menu.  
Press  
once to display the on-screen menu, and press again to return to normal viewing. If no  
buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after about 90 seconds.  
To exit the analog menus  
Press  
(or  
).  
To display the digital menus  
See “Using the Remote Control to Display and Navigate the On-Screen Digital Menus” on  
page 30.  
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Using the Video  
Menu  
To access the Video Menu, use the following steps:  
Video  
Mode:Vivid  
To Display  
To Select  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Hue  
Sharpness  
C
ClearEdge:High  
olor Temp.:Cool  
Move  
Select  
End  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
.
Mode  
Customized  
picture viewing  
Use the V or v buttons to highlight one of the following options, then  
press  
to select it.  
Vivid:  
Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.  
Select for a standard picture.  
Standard:  
Movie:  
Pro:  
Select for a finely detailed picture.  
Select for natural picture and sharpness.  
Press  
on the remote control to directly select picture modes (Vivid, Standard, Movie, Pro).  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Press B to decrease the contrast. Press b to increase the contrast.  
Press B to darken the picture. Press b to brighten the picture.  
Press B to decrease color saturation. Press b to increase color saturation.  
Press B to increase the red tones. Press b to increase the green tones.  
Press B to soften the picture. Press b to sharpen the picture.  
Hue  
Sharpness  
Color Temp.  
White tint  
adjustment  
Use the V or v buttons to highlight one of the following options, then  
press  
to select it.  
Warm:  
Neutral:  
Cool:  
Gives white colors a red tint.  
Gives white colors a neutral tint.  
Gives white colors a blue tint.  
ClearEdge VM Sharpens picture definition to give objects a crisp, clean edge. Use the Vor  
v buttons to highlight: High, Low, or Off, then press to select it.  
Available only for KD-32FS170 and KD-36FS170 models.  
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Using the Channel Setup  
Menu  
To access the Channel Setup Menu, use the  
following steps:  
Channel Setup  
Favorite Channels  
Cable:On  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Channel Fix:Off  
Auto Program  
Channel Show/Hide  
Channel Label  
Move  
Select  
End  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
.
Favorite  
Applies to analog channels only. To set up favorite digital channels, see page 31.  
Channels  
Quick access  
to analog favorite  
channels  
To set up your analog Favorite Channels list:  
1
2
3
4
Use the V or v buttons to highlight the position (1-5) where you want to set a  
favorite channel, then press  
.
Use the V or v buttons to find the channel you want to add to your favorite  
channels.  
Press  
to select the channel. The TV will automatically change to the selected  
channel and assign it to the selected position (1-5).  
Press B to return to the Channel Setup menu or press  
to exit.  
Cable  
Use the V or vbuttons to highlight one of the following options, then press  
to select it.  
On:  
Off:  
Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV cable.  
Select if you are using a TV antenna.  
After changing the Cable setting the first time, you will need to run Auto Program. For analog  
channels, see page 22. For digital channels, see page 31.  
Channel Fix  
Not available when in digital tuning mode.  
Use the V or v buttons to highlight one of the following options, then  
press  
Off:  
2-6:  
to select it.  
Channel Fix is not set.  
“Fix” your TV’s channel setting to 2–6 (VHF/UHF input) and  
use the cable box or satellite receiver to change channels.  
Video 1:  
Select from available video inputs when you have connected  
video equipment (e.g., a satellite receiver) and you want your  
TV fixed to it.  
You cannot use Favorite Channels, Cable, Channel Show/Hide, or Channel Label when Channel Fix is  
set.  
Auto Program Applies to analog channels only. To Auto Program digital channels, see page 31.  
Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV. Auto Program will  
search for available channels and program receivable channels.  
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Channel  
Show/Hide  
Applies to analog channels only. To Show/Hide digital channels, see page 31.  
Use this feature after you run Auto Program to selectively show or hide  
channels.  
1
Use the V or v buttons to highlight the position of the desired channel,  
then press  
Use the V or v buttons to highlight Shown or Hidden, then press  
Press B to return to the Channel Setup Menu or press to exit.  
.
2
3
.
Press CH + or CH - to skip over channels that have been hidden. You can still use the --9 buttons to  
directly tune to hidden channels.  
Channel  
Label  
Label up to 40  
channels with  
their call letters  
Applies to analog channels only. To label digital channels, see page 31.  
1
Press , then use the V or v buttons until you reach the desired  
channel number.  
2
3
Press  
to activate the channel.  
Press v to highlight Label, then press . Use the V or v buttons to  
display the first call letter or number of the label. Press to select.  
Repeat this process until you finish selecting all the call letters.  
When finished, press to activate.  
Press B to return to the Channel Setup menu or press  
4
5
to exit.  
Using the Parental Control  
Menu  
To access the Parental Control Menu, use the  
following steps:  
Parental Control  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Password:  
Use [0-9] buttons to  
enter new password  
Move  
Select  
End  
The Parental Control feature helps parents monitor what their children watch on television.  
Parental Control settings control analog and digital programs.  
To use the Parental Control Menu  
When you select the Parental Control menu, you are prompted to set a 4-digit password. You  
cannot access the Parent menu settings without this password.  
0
9
1
2
Use the  
buttons to enter a 4-digit password.  
Confirm your password by entering it again.  
Keep this manual in a safe place. You need your password for any future access to the Parental  
Control menu. If you forget your password, see page 35.  
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Parental Control  
Setting the Rating  
You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options.  
1
With Lock highlighted, press  
.
If you are not familiar with Parental Guideline  
rating system, use one of the following preset  
categories to simplify the rating selection: Child,  
Youth, Young Adult.  
Parental Control  
Lock:Off  
Change Password  
Country:USA  
2
Use the V or v to highlight the desired  
rating and press  
.
Move  
Select  
End  
Rating  
Off  
TV will allow a maximum rating of  
No rating limit  
Child  
TV-Y, TV-G, G (U.S.), G, C (Canada)  
TV-PG, PG (U.S.), 8 ans + (Canada)  
TV-14, PG-13 (U.S.), 14+ (Canada)  
Youth  
Young Adult  
Custom  
Select to set more restrictive ratings (see next section)  
Changing your Password  
1
2
Use the V or v buttons to highlight Change Password and press  
.
Follow steps 1 and 2 for “Using the Parental Control Menu” on page 23.  
Select a Country  
Select U.S.A. to use US ratings (see pages 25-26) or select Canada to use Canadian ratings  
(see page 26). If you select a Country (U.S. or Canada) that is not where you live, the rating you  
select will not be activated.  
1
2
Press v to highlight Country, then press  
.
Use the V or v to highlight the desired country and press  
.
Information for Parents  
To view a program that exceeds the TV rating  
Press  
, then use the --9 buttons to enter your password.  
Entering your password to view a blocked program will temporarily turn Lock to Off. To reactivate your  
Lock settings, turn the TV off then back on; the TV will return to the settings that you have selected.  
Using the Custom Menu  
Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings. Select the country desired  
for your TV’s rating limit. For more information see page 25 for (U.S. models) and page 26 for  
(Canadian models).  
Once you have blocked a rating or content, all higher ratings or content will be automatically blocked.  
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United States: Selecting Custom Rating Options  
For the United States, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: Movie Rating,  
TV Rating, and Unrated. (For Canada, see page 26.)  
Movie Rating  
This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable  
channels.  
Rating  
G
Defined as  
Movie Rating  
G:  
General audience  
PG:  
PG-13:  
R:  
NC-17:  
X:  
PG  
Parental guidance suggested  
Parents strongly cautioned  
Restricted  
PG-13  
R
Press  
to block  
NC-17  
X
No one 17 and under admitted  
Adult audience only  
Return  
Select  
End  
TV Rating  
The TV rating is divided into two groups: age-based and content-based.  
TV Rating  
TV-Y:  
FV  
TV-Y7:  
TV-G:  
L
L
L
S
S
S
V
V
V
D
D
TV-PG:  
TV-14:  
TV-MA:  
Age  
Content  
Press  
to block  
Select  
End  
Return  
Age  
Defined as  
Content  
Defined as  
TV-Y  
All children  
FV  
D
L
Fantasy violence  
Suggestive dialogue  
Strong language  
Sexual situations  
Violence  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
Directed to older children  
General audience  
Parental guidance  
suggested  
S
V
TV-14  
Parents strongly cautioned  
Mature audience only  
TV-MA  
The content ratings will increase depending on the level of the age-based rating. For example, a  
program with a TV-PG V (Violence) rating may contain moderate violence, while a TV-14 V (Violence)  
rating may contain intense violence.  
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Unrated  
You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not rated.  
Custom Rating  
Allow  
Block  
Allows all unrated programs  
Blocks all unrated programs  
Movie Rating  
TV Rating  
Unrated: Allow  
Return  
Select  
End  
If you choose to block unrated TV programs, please be aware that the following programs may be  
blocked: emergency broadcasts, political programs, pro, news, public service announcements,  
religious programs, and weather.  
Canada: Selecting Custom Rating Options  
For Canada, the Custom Rating menu includes the following options: English Rating, French  
Rating, and U.S.A. Rating.  
English Rating  
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English.  
English Rating  
C:  
C8+:  
G:  
Defined as  
Rating  
C
Children  
PG:  
14+:  
18+:  
C8+  
G
Children 8 years and older  
General programming  
Parental guidance  
Viewers 14 and older  
Adult programming  
Press  
to block  
PG  
Return  
Select  
End  
14+  
18+  
French Rating  
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.  
French Rating  
Rating  
G
Defined as  
G:  
General  
8 ans+:  
13 ans+:  
16 ans+:  
18 ans+:  
8 ans+  
13 ans+  
Not recommended for younger children  
Not recommended for children under  
age 13  
Press  
to block  
Select  
End  
Return  
16 ans+  
18 ans+  
Not recommended for ages under 16  
This program is restricted to adults  
U.S.A. Rating  
For programs from the United States, see “TV Rating” on page 25.  
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Using the Clock/Timers  
Menu  
To access the Clock/Timers Menu,  
use the following steps:  
Clock/Timers  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Timer 1:Set  
Timer 2:Set  
Current Time  
Move  
Select  
End  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
.
Timer 1  
Timer 2  
Scheduled  
viewing  
Clock/Timers functions apply to analog channels only. You cannot set the Clock/  
Timers for digital channels.  
Use the timers to program your TV to turn on and off by day, time,  
duration, and channel. The timer duration is a maximum of six hours.  
When the channel is fixed, it is not necessary to set the channel.  
1
Use the V or v buttons to highlight Timer 1 or Timer 2, then press  
.
2
Use the V or v buttons to enter the desired day, start time, duration,  
and channel, then press . The timer status should be On when the  
Timer has been set, and the timer light on the front panel of the TV  
should be on.  
3
Press  
to exit the menu.  
Select Off to turn off the Timer. Your previous settings will be saved.  
Current Time  
Set your TV to the current day and time. Press  
Time menu:  
to open the Current  
1
Use the V or v buttons to enter the correct day and time, then press  
.
2
Press  
to exit the menu.  
You must set the Current Time before you can use Timer 1 or Timer 2.  
When you perform Auto Program, Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be cleared. Also, in the event of  
any loss of power, Current Time, Timer 1, and Timer 2 settings will be cleared.  
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Using the Setup  
Menu  
To access the Setup Menu, use the following steps:  
Setup  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Caption Vision:Off  
Info Banner:Off  
MTS:Stereo  
Video Label  
Language:English  
16:9 Enhancement:Off  
Tilt Correction  
Move  
Select  
End  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
.
Caption  
Vision  
Applies to analog channels only. To set closed-caption options for digital channels, see  
page 32.  
Allows you to select from three closed-caption modes for programs that are  
broadcast with closed captioning.  
Closed-  
Captioning  
Use the  
select it.  
Off:  
V
or  
v
buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press  
to  
Caption Vision is not activated.  
CC1, 2, 3, 4: Displays printed dialog and sound effects of a program.  
Text1, 2, 3, 4: Displays network/station information.  
Info Banner  
MTS  
Displays the name of the current program and its remaining time (if available)  
when you change the channel or press the DISPLAY button. Use the  
V
or  
v
buttons  
to highlight On or Off. Then press  
.
Applies to analog channels only.  
Multi-Channel Use the  
V
or  
v
buttons to highlight one of the following options, then press  
to  
TV Sound  
select it.  
Stereo:  
Mono:  
Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo.  
Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception.  
Auto SAP: Select to have the TV automatically switch to a Second Audio  
Program (SAP) when a signal is received.  
Video Label  
Allows you to identify the video components connected to the TV: VCR, DVD,  
Label connected etc. When you press  
to switch inputs, the Video Label appears on-screen.  
equipment  
1
Press the  
.
Press the  
V
or  
v
buttons to highlight the input you want to label and press  
2
3
V
or  
v
buttons to highlight a label and press  
to exit.  
.
Press  
B
to return to the Setup menu or press  
If you select Skip, your TV skips this input when you press the TV/VIDEO button.  
Language  
Display all menus in the language of your choice.  
Use the or buttons to select from one of the following options: English,  
Español (Spanish) and Français (French) Then press  
V
v
.
.
16:9  
Enhanced  
Available only when the TV is displaying an external input, such as a DVD player.  
Provides enhanced picture resolution for wide-screen sources such as DVD.  
Tilt Correction Use the  
V
or  
v
buttons to set the tilt of the picture from -5 to +5, then press  
to  
activate.  
Available only for KD-32FS170 and KD-36FS170 models.  
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Using the Digital Features  
Menu  
To access the Digital Features Menu, use the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Digital Features  
Digital Menu  
Channel Mode:Digital  
Press  
digital menus  
to access  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
.
Move  
Select  
End  
Digital Menu Provides access to the Digital Channels and Digital Setup options. For  
details, see “Using the Digital Menus” on page 30.  
Channel  
Mode  
Enables you to switch between analog and digital tuning modes.  
Analog  
Digital  
Selects analog tuning mode.  
Selects digital tuning mode.  
Press the  
button on the remote control to directly switch to analog or digital  
Channel Mode.  
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This chapter describes how to use the digital menu features of your TV.  
Menu Descriptions  
Digital Menu  
Description  
Digital Channels Menu  
Select favorite digital channels; add, show, hide, and label  
digital channels.  
Antenna  
Digital Channels  
Favorite Channels  
Digital Channels  
Auto Program  
For details, see page 31.  
Show/Hide Channels  
Label Channels  
Digital Setup Menu  
Antenna  
Digital Setup  
Provides settings for selecting various screen modes and  
for Caption Vision. Also includes diagnostics information  
and allows you to change the colors of the digital menus.  
Screen Mode  
Caption Vision  
Diagnostics  
Menu Color  
Full  
On  
Gray  
For details, see page 32.  
Parental Lock Menu  
This menu allows you to block programs containing  
downloaded digital ratings only.  
Antenna  
Parental Lock  
Enter password  
For details, see page 34.  
To set or change your password, please  
use the TV's main "Parental Control"  
menu.  
Using the Remote Control to Display and Navigate  
the On-Screen Digital Menus  
VOL  
CH  
1 Press  
2 Press b to highlight the Digital Features  
menu icon and then press . (For  
to display the analog menu.  
JUMP  
DIGITAL/  
ANALOG  
Move  
GUIDE  
RESET  
MENU  
details, see “Using the Digital Features  
Menu” on page 29.)  
EXIT  
3 Press v to highlight Digital Menu and  
Select  
SLEEP  
then press  
.
If the TV is in analog tuning mode, it will switch to digital tuning mode when displaying the digital menus.  
To exit the digital menus  
Press  
To display the analog menu directly from within any digital menu  
.
Press  
.
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Using the Digital Channels  
Menu  
To use the Digital Channels Menu, use the  
following steps:  
Antenna  
Digital Channels  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Favorite Channels  
Digital Channels  
Auto Program  
Show/Hide Channels  
Label Channels  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
.
Favorite  
Channels  
Applies to digital channels only. To set up analog channels, see page 22.  
To set up digital channels in a Favorite Channels list:  
1
Use the  
-
-
9
,
and  
buttons to enter the channel number that you want to  
assign to the Favorite Channel number. Press  
Channel.  
to select that channel as a Favorite  
2
3
To clear a Favorite Channel, press  
V
or  
To add more channels to your favoritesvlist, repeat step 1.  
to highlight the channel you want to clear.  
Press  
and then press  
.
To use the digital Favorite Channels list, see page 16.  
You can also add Favorite Channels directly to the Favorite Channels list, as described on  
page 16.  
Digital  
Channels  
Applies to digital channels only.  
Add Select to add digital channels.  
Auto  
Program  
Applies to digital channels only. To Auto Program analog channels, see page 22.  
Automatically sets up the channel list on the TV for all receivable channels.  
Auto Program may take 50 minutes or more to complete. A progress bar will display the  
approximate progress of the Auto Program and Digital Channels/Add sequences.  
Show/Hide  
Channels  
Applies to digital channels only. To Show/Hide analog channels, see page 23.  
Allows you to show or hide channels that appear when you use the CH+/- buttons  
to channel surf. Channels that are set to Hidden do not appear on the Program  
Guide’s channel list, and are skipped when you use the CH+/- buttons.  
1
Press  
V
or  
v
to highlight the channel that you want to show or hide.  
To move between the Major and Digital subchannel lists, press  
To change a channel’s setting to Shown or Hidden, press  
To show or hide more channels, repeat steps 1 and 2.  
B
or  
b
.
2
3
.
Channels that you set to Hidden can be accessed only with the --9 buttons.  
Label  
Channels  
Applies to digital channels only. To label analog channels, see page 23.  
Allows you to assign labels (such as station call letters) to channel numbers.  
1
Press  
V
or  
v
to scroll through the channel numbers. Then press  
to select the  
2
cPhreasnsnVel number that you want to assign a label.  
or  
v
to scroll through the label characters (A-Z, 0-9, etc.). Then press  
to  
select the highlighted character.  
3
4
5
Repeat to add characters to the label.  
To assign labels to more channels, repeat steps 1-2.  
Press  
B
to return to the Channel Setup menu, or press  
to exit the menus.  
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Using the Digital Setup  
Menu  
To use the Digital Setup Menu, use the following  
steps:  
Antenna  
Digital Setup  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Screen Mode  
Caption Vision  
Diagnostics  
Menu Color  
Full  
On  
Gray  
Press v to highlight an option, then press  
Screen Mode  
Applies only to digital channels that have 16:9 or widescreen aspect ratio. You  
cannot use Screen Mode for analog channels.  
Enables you to change the picture size for digital channels.  
Select from: Full, Zoom, Horizontal Expand, Vertical Expand. For  
details, see “Using the Screen Mode Feature” on page 17.  
In some cases, wide-screen programs will be shown in aspect ratios that require  
the display of bars at the top and bottom of your 16:9 screen. For more details,  
see page 36.  
Caption Vision Applies to digital channels only. To set closed-caption options for analog  
channels, see page 28.  
Allows you to select from several closed caption modes (for programs that  
are broadcast with closed captioning).  
On  
Caption Vision is turned on.  
Caption Vision is turned off.  
Off  
Program  
Allows you to set additional Caption Vision options. See  
“Programming Caption Vision” on page 33.  
Diagnostics  
Menu Color  
Displays information about the currently tuned channel. For terrestrial  
digital signals, displays the strength of the signal to help you adjust your  
antenna to optimize signal reception.  
Applies to digital menus only. You cannot set colors for analog menus.  
Enables you to select a specific color for the on-screen menus.  
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Programming Caption Vision  
Applies to digital channels only. To set closed-caption options for analog channels, see page 28.  
If you selected the Program option under Caption Vision (page 32), you can change the  
following settings:  
Basic  
Allows you to select basic closed caption options (EIA-608).  
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.)  
Text1,Text2,  
Text3,Text4  
Displays network/station information presented  
using either half or the whole screen (if available).  
For closed captioning, set to CC1.  
Digital CC  
Advanced  
Allows you to set digital closed captioning to Basic (digital EIA-608) or  
Advanced (digital EIA-708).  
Allows you to select advanced digital (EIA-708) closed caption options.  
Select from the available options.  
Advanced  
Settings  
Allows you to make additional settings for digital (EIA-708) closed  
caption options.  
As Broadcast  
Small Text  
Large Text  
Custom ...  
Allows you to customize the following settings:  
Character Size  
Small, Standard, Large  
Style 1-7  
Character Style  
Character Color  
Character Opacity  
Background Color  
Background Opacity  
Color 1-8  
Solid, Translucent  
None, Color 1-8  
Solid, Translucent  
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Using the Parental Lock  
Menu  
The Parental Lock Menu allows you to set up the TV to  
block programs according to their content and rating  
levels.  
Antenna  
Parental Lock  
Enter password  
To access the Parental Lock Menu, follow these steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
To set or change your password, please  
use the TV's main "Parental Control"  
menu.  
Use 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter a four digit  
password.  
To change settings, press v VB b. Press  
to confirm the selection.  
To exit the Menu, press EXIT.  
You need your password for any future access into the Parental Lock Setting. If you lose your password,  
see “Lost password” on page 35  
.
Parental Lock The Parental Lock option in the Parental Control Menu allows you to set  
(When available) up the TV to block digital programs that contain digital ratings.  
The setting is only available if digital ratings have been downloaded by your TV  
and ratings have been set for U.S.A. in the Parental Control Menu (see page 25).  
Advanced  
Ratings  
Off  
Turn Parental Lock off. No programs that  
contain downloadable ratings are blocked  
from viewing.  
Custom...  
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.  
To block analog programs, please use the Parent option within the TVs main  
Parental Control Menu on page 23.  
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Other Information  
Troubleshooting  
If you have a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists, see  
“Contacting Sony” at the end of this section.  
General  
Problem  
Possible Remedies  
I want to reset the TV  
to the factory  
settings  
Turn on the TV. While holding down the  
button on the  
remote control, press the POWER button on the TV front panel.  
The TV will turn itself off, then back on again. Release the  
button.  
The TV is dirty  
Clean the TV with a soft dry cloth. Never use strong solvents  
such as thinner or benzine, which might damage the finish of  
the cabinet.  
I lost the parental  
control password  
In the password screen in the analog Parent Control Menu, enter  
the following master password: 4357. After using the master  
password, you must create a new password. You cannot use the  
master to unlock currently blocked channels.  
There is a black box  
on the screen  
You have selected a text option in the Setup menu (page 28) and  
no text is available. To turn off this feature, select Off in the  
Caption Vision option. If you were trying to select closed  
captioning, select CC1-4 instead of Text1-4.  
There was a blackout  
or power outage, and  
now the TV won't turn  
on and the timer LED  
is flashing  
Press the POWER button on your remote control or on the TV  
front panel. If the problem persists, see “Contacting Sony” on  
page 37.  
I can’t connect the  
DVD player using  
component video  
outputs (YPBPR)  
You must set up your DVD player before you can connect it  
using component video outputs (YPBPR). Disconnect the DVD  
player and set it up, referring to the DVD manual for  
instructions. Then, connect it to the TV again following the  
instructions on page 7.  
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Remote Control  
Problem  
Possible Remedies  
I cannot operate the  
remote control  
Check the orientation of the batteries.  
Batteries could be weak. Replace them (page 2).  
Move the TV three to four feet away from fluorescent lights.  
I cannot change  
channels with the  
remote control  
Make sure you have not inadvertently switched your TV from  
the channel 3 or 4 setting if you are using another device to  
change channels.  
I lost the remote  
control  
You can use the front panel controls to access your menus,  
change channels, adjust the volume, or change video inputs  
(page 2). Contact your nearest Sony Dealer to order a  
replacement. To find out the nearest dealer, please call our Sony  
Direct Accessory and Part Center at 1-800-488-7669 (U.S.  
residents only).  
Video  
Problem  
Possible Remedies  
No picture, no  
sound  
Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
If a red light flashes on the front of your TV for more than a few  
minutes, disconnect and reconnect the power cord. If the  
problem continues, call your local service center.  
Check the TV/VIDEO setting. When watching TV, set it to TV;  
when watching video equipment, set it to VIDEO 1, 2, 3 or 4.  
Make sure you have inserted the batteries correctly into the  
remote control (page 2).  
Try another channel to rule out station trouble.  
Poor or no picture,  
good sound  
Adjust the Picture setting in the Video Menu (page 21).  
Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video Menu (page 21).  
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 6).  
No color  
Adjust the Color setting in the Video Menu (page 21).  
Snow on the screen  
Check the Cable setting in the Channel Setup Menu (page 22).  
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 6).  
Make sure the channel selected is currently broadcasting.  
Dotted lines or  
stripes  
Adjust the antenna.  
Move the TV away from other electronic equipment. Some  
electronic equipment creates electrical noise, which can interfere  
with TV reception.  
Double images or  
ghosts  
Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service.  
Bars appear at the  
top and bottom of the  
screen  
Some wide-screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are  
greater than 16:9, such as 2.35:1. (This is especially common  
with theatrical releases). Your TV will show these programs  
with bars at the top and bottom of the screen. For more details,  
check the documentation that came with your DVD (or contact  
your program provider).  
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Problem  
Possible Remedies  
Cannot cycle through  
the other video  
Be sure the Video Label option is not set to Skip (see page 28).  
equipmentconnected  
to the TV  
Screen Mode feature  
does not function  
Screen Mode is available only for digital 16:9 programming in  
digital tuning mode. See page 17 for details.  
VIDEO 3 input  
problems  
VIDEO 3 inputs accept only 480i signal formats. Be sure the  
connected device is not set to output a format 480p or higher.  
Audio  
Problem  
Possible Remedies  
Good picture, no  
sound  
Press  
so that Muting disappears from the screen. Your TV  
may be set to Auto SAP in the MTS option within the Setup  
Menu.  
Press VOL+ to adjust your TV's volume.  
Low or no audio  
(TV and cable box)  
Some cable boxes have volume level controls. Check and see if  
your cable box remote has a volume control.  
Channels  
Problem  
Possible Remedies  
I cannot receive  
higher number  
Make sure Cable is set to Off in the Channel Setup Menu  
(page 22).  
channels (UHF) when  
using an antenna  
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in  
memory (page 13).  
Cable stations don’t  
seem to work  
Make sure Cable is set to On in the Channel Setup Menu  
(page 22).  
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in  
memory (page 13).  
I have no digital  
channels  
You may not have any digital channels available. Try running  
the Auto Program feature to search for digital channels (see  
page 31). If there are none available, press the  
switch to analog mode.  
button to  
Contacting Sony  
Before calling our Customer Information Services Center or visiting our website, reset the TV to factory settings (see  
page 13). Please have your TV serial number ready. The number is located on the rear of your TV and on the front  
cover of this manual.  
Our Customer Information Services Center phone number is 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or 1-877-899  
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Specifications  
For all models (except as noted)  
Television system  
Channel coverage  
NTSC  
American TV Standard  
ATSC compliant 8VSB  
2-69  
1-125  
2-69  
ATSC (8VSB terrestrial)  
Terrestrial (analog)  
Cable TV (analog)  
Terrestrial (digital)  
Antenna  
Picture tube  
75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF  
FD Trinitron® tube  
Power requirements  
Supplied accessories  
120V, 60 Hz  
2 Size AA batteries  
1 Remote Control RM-YD006  
Inputs  
1 video, 1 audio (front)  
1 video, 1 audio (rear)  
1 S VIDEO  
1 RF  
1 ATSC  
1 YPBPR (480i only), 1 audio  
Optional accessories  
TV Stand: SU-27FS2 for KD-27FS170, SU-32FS2 for KD-32FS170,  
SU-36FS2 for KD-36FS170  
KD-27FS170  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 685.8 mm (27 inches) measured diagonally  
Actual screen size: 736.6 mm (29 inches) measured diagonally  
Speaker output  
5 W x 2  
Power consumption  
130 W  
Less than 1 W in standby  
768 x 590 x 497 mm (30 1/ x 23 1/ x 19 5/ inches)  
44.5 kg (98 lbs)  
Dimensions (W/H/D)  
Mass  
4
4
8
KD-32FS170  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 803 mm (32 inches) measured diagonally  
Actual screen size: 863.6 mm (34 inches) measured diagonally  
Speaker output  
5 W x 2  
Power consumption  
160 W  
Less than 1 W in standby  
898 x 696 x 576 mm (35 3/ x 27 3/ x 22 5/ inches)  
72 kg (158.5 lbs)  
Dimensions (W/H/D)  
Mass  
8
8
8
KD-36FS170  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 911 mm (36 inches) measured diagonally  
Actual screen size: 965.2 mm (38 inches) measured diagonally  
Speaker output  
5 W x 2  
Power consumption  
160 W  
Less than 1 W in standby  
985 x 776 x 633 mm (38 3/ x 30 1/ x 24 7/ inches)  
98 kg (215.5 lbs)  
Dimensions (W/H/D)  
Mass  
4
2
8
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Index  
0-9 buttons 14  
16:9 Enhanced 28  
Menu Color 32  
Menus  
A
Channel 22  
Alternate Audio 16  
Alternate Video 16  
Clock/Timers 27  
Auto Program 13, 22, 31  
Digital Channels 31  
Digital Features 29  
Digital Setup 32  
Parental Control 23  
Parental Lock 34  
Setup 28  
B
C
Brightness 21  
Cable, setting 22  
Caption Vision 28, 32, 33  
Channel Fix 22  
Video 21  
Channel Label 23  
Mode  
Channel Mode, switching 29  
Channel Show/Hide 23  
ClearEdge VM 21  
Movie 21  
Pro 21  
closed caption modes (see Caption Vision)  
Color Temperature 21  
Color, setting 21  
Standard 21  
Vivid 21  
Connections  
Auto SAP 28  
Mono 28  
Stereo 28  
Cable and antenna 6  
Connecting a Camcorder 12  
DVD Player using Component Video 7  
DVD Player using Composite Video 7  
TV and Cable Box 9  
Parental Control 24  
TV and Satellite Receiver 10  
TV and VCR 8  
TV, VCR, and Satellite Receiver using  
Component Video 11  
Program Guide 15  
Rear Panel 5  
Remote Control  
described 3  
Current Time 27  
Inserting batteries 2  
D
F
Diagnostics 32  
Digital Menu 29  
Screen Mode 17, 32, 37  
Setting the Rating  
Digital Menus, exiting 30  
Digital Menus, navigating 30  
English Rating 26  
French Rating 26  
Movie Rating 25  
TV Rating 25  
Favorite Channels 16, 22  
Features 1  
Front Panel 2  
U.S.A. Rating 26  
Unrated 26  
G
H
I
GUIDE button 15  
Sharpness 21  
Show/Hide Channels 31  
Skip 37  
Horizontal Expand (Screen Mode) 17  
Info Banner 28  
SLEEP 4  
Specifications 38  
L
T
Label Analog Channels 22, 23  
Label Channels 31  
Tilt Correction 28  
Timer 1 and Timer 2 27  
Troubleshooting 35  
Label Digital Channels 31  
Language 28  
V
Vertical Expand (Screen Mode) 17  
Video Label 28, 37  
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