Sony CRT Television KV 27FV300 User Manual
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Connecting Additional Equipment  
WARNING  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the  
TV to rain or moisture.  
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.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
❏
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in this manual  
could void your authority to operate this equipment.  
ATTENTION  
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,  
NE PAS OUVRIR  
PRECAUCION  
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO  
NO ABRIR  
NOTIFICATION  
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:  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
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.  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and  
receiver.  
❏
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of important operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions in the literature  
accompanying the appliance.  
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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.  
Note to the CATV Installer  
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.  
Protecting the TV  
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To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the  
ventilation openings.  
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Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place  
subject to excessive dust or mechanical vibration.  
Note on Caption Vision  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
This television receiver provides display of television closed  
captioning in accordance with  
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Operate the TV only on 120 V AC.  
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.  
§ 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.  
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Owner’s Record  
The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover  
of this manual and at the rear of your TV.  
CAUTION  
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.  
Trademarks and Copyrights  
®
ENERGY STAR is a registered mark.  
®
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has  
determined that this product or product  
®
model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines  
for energy efficiency.  
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP 4638258.4482866. BBE  
and BBE symbol are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.  
“WOW, TruSurround, and the ( )® symbol are  
trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. WOW technology is  
incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.”  
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User Guide  
Object and Liquid Entry  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
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.  
For your protection, please read these instructions  
completely, and keep this manual for future reference.  
Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions  
and instructions placed on the set, or described in the  
operating instructions or service manual.  
Attachments  
WARNING  
Do not use attachments not recommended  
by the manufacturer, as they may cause  
hazards.  
Do not place any objects, especially heavy  
objects, on top of the set. The object may  
fall from the set, causing injury.  
To guard against injury, the following basic safety  
precautions should be observed in the installation, use, and  
servicing of the set.  
Use  
Cleaning  
Power Sources  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Grounding or Polarization  
This set is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug  
(a plug having one blade wider than the other), or with a  
three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin  
for grounding).  
Installation  
Refer to the following instructions:  
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 polarized AC power cord plug  
This plug will fit into the power outlet  
only one way. This is a safety feature.  
Install the set on a stable, level surface.  
If you are unable to insert the plug  
fully into the outlet, try reversing the  
Water and Moisture  
plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact  
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.  
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not  
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in.  
Alternate Warning  
For the set with a three-wire grounding type AC plug  
This plug will only fit into a  
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.  
Accessories  
Do not place the set on  
an unstable cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, table,  
or shelf. The set may  
fall, causing serious  
Overloading  
injury to a child or an  
adult, and serious  
Do not overload wall  
damage to the set. Use  
outlets, extension  
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.  
cords or convenience  
receptacles beyond  
their capacity, since  
this can result in fire  
or electric shock.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
•
Never cover the slots and openings  
with a cloth or other materials.  
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Connecting Additional Equipment  
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•
Never block the slots and openings  
by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug  
or other similar surface.  
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.  
Never place the set in a confined  
space, such as a bookcase or built-in  
cabinet, unless proper ventilation is  
provided.  
Service  
Damage Requiring Service  
•
Do not place the set near or over a  
radiator or heat register, or where it is  
exposed to direct sunlight.  
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:  
•
•
When the power cord or plug  
is damaged or frayed.  
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 liquid has been spilled  
into the set or objects have  
fallen into the product.  
Grounding or Polarization  
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.  
•
•
If the set has been exposed to  
rain or water.  
If the set has been subject to  
excessive shock by being  
dropped, or the cabinet has  
been damaged.  
Antennas  
Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
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.  
•
If the set 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 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  
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User Guide  
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Contents  
Introduction  
Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA® Features......................................................................... 1  
About this Manual.......................................................................................................................... 2  
Batteries for the Remote Control .................................................................................................. 2  
Front Panel Menu Controls ........................................................................................................... 2  
Using the Remote Controls ........................................................................................................... 3  
Connecting Your TV  
TV Rear Panel.................................................................................................................................. 8  
Basic Connections ......................................................................................................................... 10  
Cable Box Connections ................................................................................................................ 11  
Connecting Additional Equipment............................................................................................ 13  
Using Basic Functions  
Setting Up the TV Automatically ............................................................................................... 21  
Quick Start to the Menus ............................................................................................................. 22  
Using Picture in Picture (PIP) with Remote Y181.................................................................... 24  
Using Picture in Picture (PIP) with Remote Y182.................................................................... 26  
Setups that Affect Your Ability to Use PIP ............................................................................... 28  
Using Wireless Headphones....................................................................................................... 29  
Using the Menus  
How to access menus with Remote Control Y182 ................................................................... 33  
How to access menus with Remote Control Y181 ................................................................... 33  
Using the Video Menu ................................................................................................................. 34  
Using the Audio Menu ................................................................................................................ 35  
Using the Channel Setup Menu.................................................................................................. 37  
Using the Parent Menu ................................................................................................................ 39  
Using the Timer Menu ................................................................................................................. 45  
Using the Setup Menu.................................................................................................................. 46  
Using the Basic Menu................................................................................................................... 47  
Other Information  
Programming the Remote Control............................................................................................. 49  
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................ 52  
Specifications................................................................................................................................. 55  
Index..................................................................................................................................................... 57  
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Introduction  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony FD Trinitron WEGA®. Before you begin using  
this manual, please check the model number located on the rear of your TV or on the front  
cover of this manual.  
®
Introducing the FD Trinitron WEGA Features  
Some of the features you will enjoy include:  
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FD Trinitron Flat CRT — Technologically advanced tube delivers a picture with  
uncompromising accuracy and outstanding image detail.  
Y, PB, PR Inputs — A component video input connection for a superior picture quality  
(480i only).  
WOW — A new audio feature that provides a dramatic presence with a full, deep bass  
sound. When WOW is enabled, BBE is directly activated to further enhance the audio  
performance.  
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TruSurround — Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo audio signals.  
Parental Control (V-Chip) — A tool to help parents monitor what their children watch on  
TV by establishing rating limits.  
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Wireless Infrared Headphones — Enjoy the privacy of listening to your favorite programs  
without disturbing anyone else (for KV-32FV300 and KV-36FV300 only).  
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ClearEdge VM — Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp, clean edge.  
DynaBlack — Improves contrast and sharpens image detail.  
Picture in Picture (PIP) — Allows you to view two programs simultaneously.  
Favorite Channels — Instant access to your favorite channels with the touch of a button.  
Info Banner — A new, convenient feature that displays the name and the remaining time  
of the current program viewed, if available.  
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Universal Remote Control — Program your remote control to operate your connected  
cable box, VCR, digital satellite receiver, or DVD player.  
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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.  
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Front A/V Inputs — A quick connection for video games, camcorders or stereo/mono  
equipment.  
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Operating Instructions  
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, stereo system, or  
camcorder. Once you’re connected, follow the instructions and use the remote control to  
access the on-screen menus.  
Batteries for the Remote Control  
Insert two AA (R6) 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  
TV/VIDEO – VOLUME + – CHANNEL +  
S VIDEO  
The front Audio/Video panel controls allows you to access the menu without the remote  
control.  
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❏
Press  
Use the  
control.  
to display the on-screen menu.  
and  
buttons on the front Audio/Video panel instead of your remote  
❏
Use the  
button on the front Audio/Video panel to navigate g, then select an item.  
The front panel controls also allows you to change your channels CH+/-, adjust the  
volume VOL +/-, and change video inputs.  
❏ To navigate the menus with your remote control, see “Using the Menus” on page 33.  
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Introduction  
Using the Remote Controls  
Model RM-Y181  
For KV-27FV300 model  
Button  
Description  
MUTING  
Press to turn off the sound. Press again or press  
to restore sound.  
1
2
SYSTEM OFF  
Press to power off the equipment programmed into  
the remote control, see “Programming the Remote  
Control” on page 49.  
L
A
TV/VCR  
Press to switch between TV and VCR mode. If you  
have a non-Sony VCR, you will need to program  
the remote control to recognize your VCR. For  
details, see “Programming the Remote Control” on  
page 49.  
3
M
N
B
C
D
E
F
O
P
Q
ANT  
(antenna)  
Press to change from VHF/UHF input to the AUX  
input, press again to switch back.  
4
5
PICTURE MODE  
Press repeatedly to step through the available video  
picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie and Sports.  
Also available in the Video menu. See “Using the  
Video Menu” on page 34 for details.  
R
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. While  
Sleep feature is set, press once to view remaining  
time.  
6
G
H
S
T
U
/
JUMP  
Press to jump back and forth between two channels.  
The TV alternates between the current channel and  
the last channel that was selected.  
7
8
I
TV/SAT  
Press to switch between the TV and SAT (satellite)  
inputs when in SAT FUNCTION mode.  
J
K
V
Press for a direct selection of Effect settings  
(Simulated, WOW, TruSurround, Off), when the  
remote is in TV FUNCTION mode.  
See “Using the Audio Menu” on page 35 for details.  
RESET  
Press to return to factory settings while in an  
on-screen menu.  
9
VOL (volume)  
CODE SET  
Press (+) or (-) to adjust the volume.  
q;  
qa  
Use to program your remote control to operate  
connected video equipment. See “Programming the  
Remote Control” on page 49.  
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Operating Instructions  
Button  
Description  
POWER buttons  
Press to turn on and off the TV and other audio/  
video equipment you have programmed into the  
remote control. For instructions, see “Programming  
the Remote Control” on page 49.  
qs  
qd  
FUNCTION buttons Press to select the equipment (TV, VCR/DVD, SAT/  
CABLE) that you want to operate with the remote  
control. The indicator (LED) lights up momentarily  
when pushed to show which device the remote  
control is operating.  
PIP (Picture in  
Picture)  
Operates PIP feature. See “Using Picture in Picture  
(PIP) with Remote Y181” on page 24.  
qf  
Operates your VCR. The VCR must be  
programmed into the remote control. For  
instructions, see “Programming the Remote  
Control” on page 49.  
VCR (operating)  
REC  
Press  
button and the  
button - above left - at  
the same time to record any programs with your  
VCR (the remote control must be programmed in  
order to use REC.)  
M
Fast-forward.  
N
Play.  
x
Stop.  
Pause. Press again to resume normal playback.  
X
TV/VIDEO  
DISPLAY  
Press to cycle through available video inputs.  
qg  
qh  
Press once to display the current time and program  
status (such as channel number, channel label (if  
set), video input, and video label). Press again to  
turn display off.  
MTS/SAP  
Press to cycle through the Multi-channel TV Sound  
(MTS) options: Stereo, Auto SAP (Second Audio  
Programming), and Mono.  
qj  
qk  
and  
Press to change channels directly. The channel  
changes after 2 seconds.  
0
9
ENTER  
GUIDE  
Press to display the program guide of your satellite  
antenna.  
ql  
w;  
Press the arrow buttons to move the cursor in the  
on-screen menus. Press the center button to select  
or access an option.  
MENU  
Press to display the on-screen menu. Press again to  
exit the menu at any time.  
wa  
ws  
CH (channel)  
Press to change channels. To scan rapidly through  
the channels, press and hold down the CH+ or CH-  
button.  
❏ For information on Picture in Picture (PIP) operation buttons, see page 25.  
❏ If you lose your remote control, see page 54.  
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Introduction  
Model RM-Y182  
For KV-32FV300, KV-36FV300 models  
Outside Panel  
Button  
MUTING  
Description  
Press to turn off the sound. Press again or press  
restore the sound.  
to  
1
2
SYSTEM OFF Press to power off the equipment programmed into the  
remote control, see “Programming the Remote Control”  
on page 49.  
qd  
qf  
1
2
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. While Sleep feature is set, press once to  
view remaining time.  
3
3
4
qg  
qh  
qj  
DISPLAY  
JUMP  
Press once to display the current time and program status  
(such as channel number, channel label (if set), video  
input, and video label). Press again to turn display off.  
4
5
5
6
Press to jump back and forth between two channels. The  
TV alternates between the current channel and the last  
channel that was selected.  
qk  
ql  
w;  
7
8
9
Press to turn the headphones on and off.  
6
7
PICTURE  
MODE  
Press repeatedly to step through the available video  
picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Movie and Sports. Also  
available in the Video menu. See “Using the Video Menu”  
on page 34 for details.  
wa  
0
TV/SAT  
Press to switch between the TV and SAT (satellite) inputs  
when in SAT FUNCTION mode.  
8
ws  
wd  
qa  
qs  
Press for a direct selection of Effect settings (Simulated,  
WOW, TruSurround, Off), when the remote is in TV  
FUNCTION mode. See “Using the Audio Menu” on page  
35 for details.  
MENU  
Press to display the on-screen menu. Press again to exit  
the menu at any time.  
9
VOL (volume) Press (+) or (-) to adjust the volume.  
q;  
qa  
Use the joystick to move the on-screen cursor. Press down  
on the center of the joystick to select the item.  
CODE SET  
Use to program your remote control to operate connected  
video equipment. See “Programming the Remote  
Control” on page 49.  
qs  
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Operating Instructions  
Button  
Description  
POWER  
buttons  
Press to turn on and off the TV and other audio/video  
equipment you have programmed into the remote control.  
For instructions, see “Programming the Remote Control”  
on page 49.  
qd  
qf  
FUNCTION  
buttons  
Press to select the equipment (TV, VCR/DVD, SAT/  
CABLE) that you want to operate with the remote control.  
The indicator (LED) lights up momentarily when pushed  
to show which device the remote control is operating.  
TV/VIDEO  
Press to cycle through available video inputs.  
qg  
qh  
ANT  
(antenna)  
Press to change between the VHF/UHF input to the AUX  
input, press again to switch back.  
and  
Press to change channels directly. The channel changes  
after 2 seconds.  
qj  
0
9
ENTER  
See “Using Picture in Picture (PIP) with Remote Y182” on  
page 26 for details.  
qk  
ql  
w;  
See “Using Picture in Picture (PIP) with Remote Y182” on  
page 26 for details.  
GUIDE  
Press to display the program guide of your satellite  
antenna.  
wa CH (channel) Press to change channels. To scan rapidly through the  
channels, press and hold down the CH+ or CH- button.  
RESET  
Press to return to the factory settings while in an on-screen  
menu.  
ws  
wd  
Use to switch control for connected video equipment. You  
can program one video source for each switch position.  
For details, see “Programming the Remote Control” on  
page 49.  
AV 1 2 3 DVD  
❏ If you lose your remote control, see page 54.  
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Introduction  
Inside Panel  
Button  
Description  
TV/VCR  
Press to switch between TV and VCR mode. If you have  
a non-Sony VCR, you will need to program the remote  
control to recognize your VCR. For details, see  
1
2
“Programming the Remote Control” on page 49.  
VCR (operating) Operates your VCR. The VCR must be programmed  
into the remote control. For instructions, see  
1
2
“Programming the Remote Control” on page 49.  
Rewind.  
m
3
4
6
REC  
Press the  
button and the blank button - above, left -  
at the same time to record any programs with your VCR  
(the remote control must be programmed in order to use  
REC.)  
5
Fast-forward.  
M
N
x
Play.  
Stop.  
Pause. Press again to resume normal playback.  
X
DVD MENU  
TITLE  
Press to display the DVD’s menu.  
3
4
5
Press to display the DVD’s Title menu.  
PIP (Picture in Press to operate PIP feature. See “Using Picture in  
Picture)  
Picture (PIP) with Remote Y182” on page 26.  
MTS/SAP  
Press to cycle through the Multi-channel TV Sound  
(MTS) options: Stereo, Auto SAP (Second Audio  
Programming), and Mono.  
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Operating Instructions  
Connecting Your TV  
Read this section before setting up your TV for the first time. This section covers basic  
connections in addition to any optional equipment you may be connecting.  
TV Rear Panel  
1
3
4
MONITOR  
AUDIO OUT  
(VAR/FIX)  
1
2
3
6
7
8
4
5
Jack  
Description  
1AUX  
Allows you to view local and cable channels if your cable  
provider does not feature local channels. You can switch  
between local and cable channels easily by pressing ANT on the  
remote control. Devices connected to the AUX input cannot be  
viewed in PIP.  
2TO CONVERTER  
This is a VHF/UHF out jack that lets you set up your TV to  
switch between scrambled channels (through a cable box) and  
normal cable channels (CATV). Use this jack instead of a splitter  
to get better picture quality when you need to switch between  
scrambled and unscrambled cable channels.  
3 VHF/UHF  
Connects to your VHF/UHF antenna or cable.  
4 S VIDEO  
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; you still must connect the  
audio cables.  
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Jack  
Description  
5 AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO Connects to the AUDIO and 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.  
6 Y, PB, PR/ L, R  
Connects to the component video Y, PB, PR, and AUDIO L and R  
jacks on your DVD player or digital set-top box (480i only).  
7MONITOR OUT  
Lets you record the program you are watching to a VCR. When  
two VCRs are connected (see “Connecting Two VCRs for Tape  
Editing” on page 15), you can use your TV as a monitor for  
tape-to-tape editing.  
8 AUDIO OUT  
(VAR/FIX)  
Connects to the AUDIO L and R input jacks on your audio or  
video equipment. You can listen to your TV’s audio through  
your stereo system.  
L(MONO)/R  
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Operating Instructions  
Basic Connections  
TV with Indoor or Outdoor Antenna, or CATV Cable  
Depending on the cable available in your home, choose one of the connections below:  
(not supplied)  
❏ If you are connecting to an indoor or outdoor antenna, you may need to adjust the orientation of the  
antenna for best reception.  
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Connecting Your TV  
Cable Box Connections  
Some cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a cable box to view all  
channels. If you subscribe to that kind of cable service, use this connection. Scrambled signals  
coming in to the TV through the cable box cannot be viewed in PIP. If some of your channels  
are scrambled, consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection.  
Cable Box and TV  
Cable Box  
1
Rear of TV  
From Cable/  
Antenna  
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.  
❏ If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you should consider using the  
Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 37).  
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Cable Box and Cable  
Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels (pay  
channels) but not all of them. This setup allows you to use the remote control to:  
❏
❏
change channels through your cable box when you are receiving a scrambled signal  
change channels through your TV  
This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled  
channels coming directly into your TV from your cable. Scrambled signals coming through the  
cable box cannot be viewed in PIP. For more information on the PIP feature, see page 24 or 26.  
Decodificador  
Parte posterior  
del televisor  
3
Cable coaxial  
2
Cable coaxial de 75 ohm  
1
Cable CATV (canales no codificados)  
1
2
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the VHF/UHF jack on your TV.  
Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the IN jack on your cable box to the TO  
CONVERTER jack on your TV.  
3
Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your cable box to the AUX  
jack on your TV.  
❏ Press the ANT button on the remote control to switch between the cable box and direct cable inputs.  
❏ Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box (see page 50).  
❏ To use the cable box to change your channels, set your TV to channel 3 or 4. Use the Channel Fix  
feature to ensure that you don’t accidentally switch channels using your TV (see page 37).  
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Connecting Your TV  
Connecting Additional Equipment  
Connecting a TV and VCR  
Rear of TV  
1
3
4
2
VCR  
1
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
From  
cable/antenna  
Optional connection  
❏ To watch video programs from your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set on the rear of your  
VCR).  
1
Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to the IN jack on your  
VCR.  
2
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 and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to  
AUDIO/VIDEO IN on your TV.  
❏ You can use the  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO inputs.  
❏ For better picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow audio/video cable. S VIDEO does not  
provide sound; you still must connect the audio cables.  
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Operating Instructions  
Connecting a TV, VCR, and Cable Box  
Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles some channels (pay  
channels), but not all of them. This setup allows you to use the remote control to:  
❏
change channels through your cable box or VCR when you are receiving a  
scrambled signal  
❏
change channels through your TV  
This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are viewing unscrambled  
channels coming directly into your TV from your cable. Scrambled signals coming through the  
cable box cannot be viewed in PIP. For more information on the PIP feature, see page 24 or 26.  
Rear of TV  
1
3
4
VCR  
3
2b  
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
1 Splitter  
Optional connection  
Cable  
2a  
Cable Box  
1
2
Connect the single input jack of the splitter to your incoming cable connection.  
Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the two output jacks of the splitter to:  
a) the IN jack on your cable box, and  
b) the VHF/UHF jack on the TV.  
3
Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your cable box to the IN jack  
on your VCR.  
❏ If you will be controlling all channel selections through your cable box, you should consider using the  
Channel Fix feature to set your TV to channel 3 or 4 (see page 37).  
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Connecting Your 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 and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/  
VIDEO IN on your TV.  
❏ For better picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow audio/video cable. S VIDEO does not  
provide sound; you still must connect the audio cables.  
❏ You can use the  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO inputs.  
Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing  
You can connect two VCRs together to edit video tapes. You can also connect both VCRs to  
your TV to view the program being recorded.  
Rear of TV  
1
3
4
AUDIO OUT  
(VAR/FIX)  
MONITOR  
VCR (for recording)  
VCR (for playback)  
1
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
2
1
2
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your first  
VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO IN on the second  
VCR to the MONITOR AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your TV.  
❏ To perform tape editing, set the TV to the video input intended for playback by pressing  
.
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Operating Instructions  
Connecting a TV and Satellite Receiver  
Rear of TV  
From  
cable/  
antenna  
1
3
4
2
Satellite Receiver  
1
Satellite  
antenna  
cable  
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
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 and VIDEO OUT on your  
satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  
❏ You can use the  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO inputs.  
❏ For better picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow audio/video cable. S VIDEO does not  
provide sound; you still must connect the audio cables.  
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Connecting Your TV  
Connecting a TV, Satellite Receiver, and VCR  
Rear of TV  
4
From  
cable/  
antenna  
1
3
4
1
2
VCR  
Satellite Receiver  
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
3
5
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 cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your VCR to the VHF/UHF  
jack on your TV.  
4
5
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your  
satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your VCR.  
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your VCR  
to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  
❏ To view from the satellite receiver or VCR, select the video input to which your satellite receiver or  
VCR is connected by pressing on the remote control.  
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Operating Instructions  
Connecting a DVD Player  
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your DVD  
player to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  
Rear of TV  
Rear of DVD Player  
1
3
4
MONITOR  
AUDIO OUT  
(VAR/FIX)  
Video (yellow)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
❏ For better picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/Video cable. S VIDEO does not  
provide sound; you still must connect the audio cables.  
Optional connection  
If your DVD player is equipped with component video outputs (Y, PB, PR), you can improve  
the picture quality by using component video cables (480i only).  
Rear of TV  
1
3
4
MONITOR  
AUDIO OUT  
(VAR/FIX)  
Rear of DVD Player  
Y (green)  
PB (blue)  
PR (red)  
Audio L (white)  
Audio R (red)  
2
1
1
2
Using component video cables (not supplied), connect the Y, PB, PR OUT on your DVD  
player to Y, PB, PR IN on your TV.  
Connect AUDIO OUT on your DVD player to AUDIO IN on your TV.  
❏ The Y, PB, PR 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 Your TV  
Connecting a Camcorder  
Using audio/video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and VIDEO OUT on your  
camcorder to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your TV.  
Front A/V Panel  
S VIDEO  
Audio R (red)  
Audio L (white)  
Video (yellow)  
A/V output  
❏ If the camcorder has an S VIDEO jack, you can use an S VIDEO cable to improve picture quality;  
replace the yellow video cable of the combination Audio/Video cable with the S VIDEO cable. You will  
still need audio cables for sound.  
Connecting an Audio System  
Using audio cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to one of the unused line  
inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE2) on your stereo.  
Rear of TV  
1
3
4
MONITOR  
AUDIO OUT  
(VAR/FIX)  
AUDIO-L (white)  
AUDIO-R (red)  
Line  
input  
❏ Set your stereo to the selected line input. See “Using the Audio Menu” on page 35 for additional  
audio setup instructions.  
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Using Basic Functions  
Setting Up the TV Automatically  
After you have finished connecting your TV, you can perform Auto Program to set up your  
channels. When Auto Programming, the TV will automatically search for available channels  
and program receivable channels.  
❏ The direction in this manual will refer to the remote control that incorporates a joystick (RM-Y182).  
See “Using the Remote Control” on page 3 for further details on this remote.  
1
Press  
to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears.  
Initial Setup  
[CH+]  
[CH–]  
Auto Program:  
Exit:  
First please connect  
cable/antenna  
2
Press  
press  
on the remote control or on the TV front panel to perform Auto Program, or  
to exit.  
❏ The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you perform Auto Program.  
To perform Auto Program again  
1
2
3
4
Press  
.
Use the joystick to highlight Channel Setup Menu.  
Use the joystick to scroll down to highlight Cable. Press  
to select.  
Use the joystick to scroll up and down select On or Off according to how you connected  
your TV. Press  
Use the joystick to highlight Auto Program. Press  
After performing Auto Program, press to exit.  
.
5
6
to search for channels.  
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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Operating Instructions  
Quick Start to the Menus  
The following settings are available in your on-screen menus. For more details on how to use  
the menus, see “Using the Menus” on page 33.  
Menu  
Allows you to  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Mode : Vivid  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Hue  
Sharpness  
Color Temp. : Cool  
ClearEdge VM: High  
DynaBlack: High  
Move:  
Video  
Select:  
End:  
Make adjustments to your picture settings.  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Treble  
Bass  
Balance  
Steady Sound: Off  
Effect: TruSurround  
MTS: Stereo  
Speaker: On  
Audio Out: Variable  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Change your audio settings.  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Favorite Channels  
Cable : On  
Channel Fix: Off  
Auto Program  
Channel Skip/Add  
Channel Label  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Customize your channel settings.  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Password:  
Set rating limits on your TV based on  
program rating or content.  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
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Menu  
Allows you to  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Timer 1 : Off  
Timer 2 : Off  
Current Time  
Set the clock on your TV and program  
scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and  
Timer 2.  
:
AM  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Caption Vision: Off  
Video Label  
Tilt Correction: 0  
Language: English  
16:9 Enhanced: Auto  
Demo  
Select closed captioning options, label video  
inputs, adjust tilt correction, enhance your  
picture resolution for your DVD (16:9  
Enhanced), select menu language, or run a  
demo of the menus.  
Move:  
Video  
Select:  
End:  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Press  
to enter  
Basic Menu  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Basic Menu  
Adjust  
Picture  
Caption Vision: Off  
Effect: TruSurround  
Advanced Menu  
Picture white level  
Move:  
Set the menus to display a simplified menu  
of most commonly-used menu settings.  
End:  
Select:  
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Operating Instructions  
Using Picture in Picture (PIP) with Remote Y181  
The Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature allows you to view two programs simultaneously, one in  
the full size “main” picture and one in a small “window” picture.  
Displaying Picture in Picture  
Indicates which  
picture is currently  
receiving sound  
Channel number of  
the main picture  
6
2
9
Main  
picture  
Channel number  
of the window  
picture  
Window  
picture  
To use PIP  
1
Press the TV button in the FUNCTION bar to control PIP with the yellow-labeled buttons.  
Tune your TV to a channel which you know is currently airing programming.  
2
3
Press the  
button to display the window picture.  
Use the PIP (yellow) CH +/- buttons to change the channel in the PIP window picture.  
To check your PIP  
1
2
3
Press the TV button in the FUNCTION bar to control PIP with the yellow-labeled buttons.  
Tune your TV to a channel which you know is currently airing programming.  
Press the  
to turn PIP on. Press  
, the channel from the main window should now  
appear in the window picture.  
Select the same channel in the main picture (use the CH+/- buttons on the bottom of your  
remote control). You should now have the same program playing in both windows.  
4
5
Use the PIP (yellow) CH+/- buttons to change the channel in the PIP window picture.  
Press the  
PIP (yellow) button to switch the PIP window to other video inputs for other  
equipment that is connected to any of the VIDEO IN jacks of your TV. You should see a  
different picture in your PIP window for each piece of connected video equipment. Make  
sure the connected equipment is turned on and working when you perform this test.  
6
If the PIP feature does not work properly with the TV or the connected video equipment,  
refer to the troubleshooting section beginning on page 52.  
❏ If you’re having problems with PIP, refer to “Setups that Affect Your Ability to Use PIP” (page 28) or  
see Troubleshooting section (page 52) for possible solutions.  
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PIP Functions buttons  
For KV-27FV300 model  
Yellow labeled  
PIP button  
Description  
Press to turn the PIP feature on and off. Press repeatedly to change the  
window size (1/9, 1/16, Off).  
Press to cycle through the available video equipment you have  
connected to the TV (in the PIP window picture).  
Press to alternate sound between the main picture and the PIP  
window picture. The sound symbol appears for three seconds,  
indicating whether you are hearing the sound from the main or PIP  
window picture.  
Press to change the channel in the PIP window picture. To change the  
channel in the main window, use the main CH+/- buttons at the  
bottom of the remote control.  
Press to move the location of the window picture to any of the four  
corners of the screen.  
Press to freeze the window picture. Press again to restore the picture.  
The main window continues to play as usual.  
Press to switch the main picture with the PIP window picture. Press  
again to switch back.  
❏ For more information about your remote control, see “Using the Remote Controls” on page 3.  
To change channels/programs in the PIP window  
❏
❏
Use the yellow PIP CH+/- button to scroll through TV channels.  
Use the yellow TV/VIDEO button to cycle through your other video equipment  
connected to the TV, such as your VCR, DVD player, or satellite receiver.  
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Using Picture in Picture (PIP) with Remote Y182  
The Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature allows you to view two programs simultaneously, one in  
the full size “main” picture and one in a small “window” picture.  
Displaying Picture in Picture  
Indicates which picture is  
currently receiving sound  
Main picture channel  
9
6
2
number in green  
Main  
picture  
Window picture channel  
number in white  
Window picture  
To use PIP  
1
Press the TV button in the FUNCTION bar to control PIP with the yellow-labeled buttons.  
Tune your TV to a channel which you know is currently airing programming.  
2
3
Press the  
button to display the window picture.  
Use the PIP (yellow) CH+/- buttons to change the channel in the PIP window picture.  
To check your PIP  
1
2
3
Press the TV button in the FUNCTION bar to control PIP with the yellow-labeled buttons.  
Tune your TV to a channel which you know is currently airing programming.  
Press the  
to turn PIP on. Press  
, the channel from the main window should now  
appear in the window picture.  
Select the same channel in the main picture (use the CH+/- buttons on the bottom of your  
remote control). You should now have the same program playing in both windows.  
4
5
Use the PIP (yellow) CH+/- buttons to change the channel in the PIP window picture.  
Press the  
PIP (yellow) button to switch the PIP window to other video inputs for  
other equipment that is connected to any of the VIDEO IN jacks of your TV. You should  
see a different picture in your PIP window for each piece of connected video equipment.  
Make sure the connected equipment is turned on and working when you perform this  
test.  
6
If the PIP feature does not work properly with the TV or the connected video equipment,  
refer to the troubleshooting section beginning on page 52.  
❏ If you’re having problems with PIP, refer to “Setups that Affect Your Ability to Use PIP” (page 28) or  
see Troubleshooting section (page 52) for possible solutions.  
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PIP Functions buttons  
For KV-32FV300, KV-36FV300 model  
3
4
1
2
5
6
7
Yellow-labeled  
PIP Button  
Description  
1
Press to alternate sound between the main picture and the PIP window  
picture. The sound symbol (9) appears for 3 seconds, indicating whether  
you are hearing sound from the main picture or the PIP window picture.  
2
3
4
Press to move the location of the window picture to any of the four  
corners of the screen.  
Press to freeze the window picture. Press again to restore the window  
picture. The main window continues to play as usual.  
Press to change the channel in the PIP window picture. To change the  
channel in the main window, use the main CH+/- buttons at the bottom  
of the remote control.  
5
6
7
Press to cycle through the available video equipment you have connected  
to the TV (in the PIP window picture).  
Press to switch the main picture with the PIP window picture. Press again  
to switch back.  
Press to turn the PIP feature on and off. Press repeatedly to change the  
window size (1/9, 1/16, Off).  
❏ For more information about your remote control, see “Using the Remote Controls” on page 3.  
To change channels/programs in the PIP window  
❏
❏
Use the yellow PIP CH+/- button to scroll through TV channels.  
Use the yellow TV/VIDEO button to cycle through your other video equipment  
connected to the TV, such as your VCR, DVD player, or satellite receiver.  
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Operating Instructions  
Setups that Affect Your Ability to Use PIP  
❏
Any video equipment you have connected to the AUX input cannot be viewed in the PIP  
window.  
❏
If you are viewing all channels through a cable box, the PIP feature will not work. The  
cable box only unscrambles one signal at a time, so the window picture will be the same as  
the main picture.  
❏
You can use PIP to see pictures from different sources on your TV. For example, you can  
have a regular (CATV) channel and the output from a VCR, DVD player or satellite receiver  
on screen at the same time using PIP. To do this:  
1
2
Connect the CATV cable to the VHF/UHF input on the back of the TV.  
Connect the peripheral (VCR, DVD player or satellite receiver) to any of the VIDEO  
IN inputs on the the back of the TV.  
3
4
Tune to one image in the main picture.  
Tune to a second image in the PIP window.  
You can then SWAP the images on the TV screen.  
❏ You cannot use a signal from the AUX input with PIP.  
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Using Wireless Headphones  
❏ Wireless headphones are included and can be used only with Sony TV models  
KV-32FV300 and KV36FV300.  
Installing the Battery  
Install the supplied size AA (R6) battery into the headphones.  
1
Open the battery compartment lid by pressing and sliding the lid as illustrated.  
2
Insert the battery into the compartment with the positive side up and then close the lid.  
When used continuously, the battery lasts:  
❏
❏
up to 40 hours with an alkaline battery  
up to 20 hours with a manganese battery  
Replace the battery with a new one when the sound becomes weak.  
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Operating Instructions  
Using the Headphones  
1
Press  
. (The i icon and channel number display.)  
i
6
2
Place the headphones securely onto your head.  
Power indicator  
Volume control  
To listen to sound only from wireless headphones  
Turn down the TV speaker level, or press MUTING on the remote control.  
❏
To turn off headphones  
Put down the headphones and press  
❏
.
To ensure optimal sound reception with headphones  
❏
Be sure that the infrared transmitter on the TV and the infrared sensors on the  
headphones have a clear (unobstructed) line of sight to one another.  
To protect the TV’s infrared transmitter from possible damage  
Press to turn off the headphone feature when the headphones are not in use.  
❏
To protect your hearing from sudden or prolonged excessive volume  
❏
Set the headphone volume just high enough to hear comfortably.  
Infrared sensors  
Infrared transmitter  
❏ For optimal sound quality, be sure that the infrared transmitter on the TV and the infrared sensors on  
the headphones are not obstructed and can “see” one another.  
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Listening to Sound from Main and PIP Window Pictures  
To use your headphones to listen to the sound from the main or window picture (when using  
PIP), select the audio source.  
1
If PIP is not displayed, press  
to display a PIP window.  
6
2
2
Press  
.
The i icon and channel number appear for about three seconds. The i is level with the  
channel number of the main picture.  
i
6
2
Main picture audio  
Press  
again to switch the audio to the PIP window.  
The i icon changes, dropping down to the level of the PIP channel.  
6
i
2
Window picture audio  
3
When you are finished using the headphones, press  
to turn them off.  
Off  
i
2
Headphones off  
❏ When you exit PIP, the sound will return to the main picture. SAP (Second Audio Program) are not  
available in the PIP Window. The audio to the headphones automatically turns off when you turn off  
the TV.  
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Using the Menus  
This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting the TV.  
Depending on the model of television that you have purchased, your remote control will have  
either a joystick (RM-Y182), or directional buttons (F f G g) and a  
button (RM-Y181).  
❏ The directions in this manual will refer to the remote control that incorporates a joystick (RM-Y182).  
See “Using the Remote Control” on page 3 for further details of this remote.  
How to access menus with Remote Control Y182  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press  
to display the on-screen menu.  
Use the joystick to highlight the desired menu icon. Press  
Use the joystick to scroll up and down through the features.  
Follow the instructions on the screen.  
to select it.  
See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu.  
Press to exit the menu.  
How to access menus with Remote Control Y181  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press  
to display the on-screen menu.  
Use the G or g buttons to highlight the desired menu icon. Press  
Use the F or f buttons to scroll up and down through the features.  
Follow the instructions on the screen.  
to select it.  
See the specific menu page for instructions on moving through the menu.  
Press to exit the menu.  
❏ Depending on the model, 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.  
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Operating Instructions  
Using the Video  
Menu  
To access the Video menu, refer to the following steps using the joystick  
of your remote control:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
To Display  
To Select  
Mode : Vivid  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Vivid  
Standard  
Movie  
Sports  
Hue  
Sharpness  
Color Temp. :Cool  
ClearEdge VM:High  
DynaBlack: High  
Custom settings  
Press joystick f to highlight an option then press  
.
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Mode  
Customized  
picture viewing  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press to select it.  
Vivid: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.  
Standard: Select for a standard picture.  
Movie:  
Sports:  
Select for a finely detailed picture.  
Select for a bright picture.  
❏ Press  
button on the remote control for direct access to the Picture Modes (Vivid, Standard,  
Movie, Sports).  
Picture  
Controls  
Picture:  
Brightness:  
Color:  
Press the joystick left to decrease the contrast.  
Press the joystick right to increase the contrast.  
Press the joystick left to darken the picture.  
Press the joystick right to brighten the picture.  
Press the joystick left to decrease the color saturation.  
Press the joystick right to increase the color saturation.  
Press the joystick left to increase the red tones.  
Press the joystick right to increase the green tones.  
Press the joystick left to soften the picture.  
Hue:  
Sharpness:  
Press the joystick right to sharpen the picture.  
Color Temp.  
White tint  
adjustment  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press to select it.  
Cool:  
Gives white colors a blue tint.  
Gives white colors a neutral tint.  
Gives white colors a red tint.  
Neutral:  
Warm:  
ClearEdge  
VM  
Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp, clean edge. Use the  
joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following options: Off  
,
High  
,
Low, then press  
.
DynaBlack  
Improves contrast and sharpens image detail. Use the joystick to scroll up or  
down to select from one of the following options: Off High, Low, then press  
,
.
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Using the Menus  
Using the Audio  
Menu  
To access the Audio menu, refer to the following steps:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Adjust  
Treble  
Bass  
Balance  
Steady Sound: Off  
Effect: TruSurround  
MTS: Stereo  
Speaker: On  
Audio Out: Variable  
High frequency sound  
Press joystick f to highlight an option then press  
.
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Treble  
Bass  
Press the joystick left to decrease higher pitched sound.  
Press the joystick right to increase higher pitched sound.  
Press the joystick left to decrease lower pitched sound.  
Press the joystick right to increase lower pitched sound.  
Balance  
Press the joystick left to emphasize the left speaker.  
Press the joystick right to emphasize the right speaker.  
Steady  
Sound  
Stabilizes  
volume  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press to select it.  
On: Select to stabilize the volume when changing channels.  
Off: Select to turn Steady Sound Off.  
Effect  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press  
to select it.  
Simulated:  
WOW:  
Simulates theater quality sound for mono programs.  
Provides a dramatic presence with a full, deep bass  
sound. When WOW is enabled, BBE is directly activated  
to further enhance the audio performance.  
TruSurround: Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo  
audio signals.  
Normal stereo or mono reception.  
Off:  
❏ Press  
for direct selection of Effect settings (Simulated, WOW, TruSurround, Off).  
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MTS  
Multi-Channel  
TV Sound  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press to select it.  
Stereo: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo.  
Auto SAP: Select to have the TV automatically switch to a Second Audio  
Program (SAP) when a signal is received.  
Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception.  
Mono:  
❏ Press  
button on the remote control for direct access to the MTS settings (Stereo, Auto SAP,  
Mono).  
Speaker  
Custom  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press  
to select it.  
selection of  
audio output  
source  
On:  
Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with or  
without a separate stereo system.  
Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the TV’s sound  
only through external audio system speakers.  
Off:  
Audio Out  
Use to control  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press to select it.  
the TV’s volume Audio Out settings can only be set when speakers are set to Off.  
through a stereo Variable: Adjust the volume through your TV.  
Fixed:  
Adjust the TV volume through a connected stereo.  
❏ Audio Out settings can only be set when Speaker is set to Off.  
❏ If your TV is set to Auto SAP, some programs may be muted or distorted. If your TV does not output  
sound, change your Audio MTS setting to Stereo or Mono.  
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Using the Menus  
Using the Channel Setup  
Menu  
To access the Channel Setup menu, refer to the following steps:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Program  
Favorite Channels  
Cable : On  
Channel Fix: Off  
Auto Program  
Channel Skip/Add  
Channel Label  
Program favorite  
channels  
Press joystick f to highlight an option then press  
.
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Favorite  
Press  
1
to open the Favorite Channels menu:  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select the position (1-8) where  
you want to set a favorite channel, then press  
Channels  
Quick access  
to favorite  
channels  
.
2
Use the joystick to scroll through the channels until you find the  
channel you want to add to your favorite channels.  
3
4
Press  
selected channel.  
Press the joystick left to return to the channel setup menu or press  
to exit.  
to select it, that will change your TV automatically to the  
❏ To use Favorite Channels: Exit all menus and press  
channel number and press  
. Press F or f to move the cursor to the desired  
.
Cable Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from 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 your cable settings, you will need to perform Auto Program.  
Channel Fix Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press to select it.  
2-6:  
Select when you want to control all channel selection through  
a cable box or VCR. Select the appropriate channel (usually 3  
or 4) and use the cable box’s or VCR’s remote control for  
channel selection.  
Select from available video inputs when you have connected  
video equipment (e.g. satellite receiver) and you want your TV  
fixed to it.  
Video 1:  
AUX 2-6: Use this setting instead of the 2-6 if you want to change  
channels using a cable box, VCR or satellite receiver and  
you’ve connected it to the AUX input.  
Off:  
Channel Fix is not set.  
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Auto Program Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV.  
Auto program will search for available channels and program receivable  
channels.  
Channel  
Skip/Add  
Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted channels or  
add new ones. Press to open Channel Skip/Add menu:  
Use the joystick to scroll up and down to select the position of the  
desired channel, then press  
1
2
.
Use the joystick to scroll up and down to select Skip/Add, then press  
.
3
Press the joystick left to return to the channel setup menu or press  
to exit.  
❏ Pressing CH+ or CH- will skip over channels that have been skipped. You can still use the  
--9 buttons to directly tune to skipped channels.  
❏
Channel  
Label  
Press  
to open the Channel Label menu:  
1
Press  
, then use the joystick to scroll through the channels until you  
Label up to 40  
channels with  
their call letters  
reach the desired channel number.  
2
3
Press  
to activate the channel.  
Scroll down to highlight “Label”, then press  
. Use the joystick to  
scroll up or down to display the first call letter or number of the  
caption. Press to select. Repeat this process until you finish  
selecting all the call letters.  
4
5
When finished, press  
to activate.  
Press the joystick left to return to the channel setup menu or press  
to exit.  
❏
You cannot use Favorite Channels, Cable, Channel Skip/Add, and Channel Label when Channel Fix is set.  
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Using the Menus  
Using the Parent  
Menu  
To access the Parent menu, refer to the following steps:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
To Display To Highlight To Select  
Password:  
Use 0-9 buttons to enter  
new password  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
The Parental Control feature is designed to help parents monitor what their children watch on  
television.  
To use the Parent Menu  
In Parent menu, you will be asked to set a 4-digit password for any further access into Parent  
menu.  
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 54.  
Once your password is set correctly, the Parent menu appears.  
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Operating Instructions  
Parental Control  
Setting the Rating  
You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options.  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
Parental Lock: Off  
Change Password  
Country: U.S.A.  
Off  
Child  
Youth  
Young Adult  
Custom  
Press  
Move:  
to change settings  
End:  
Select:  
1
Use the joystick to highlight Parental Lock, 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.  
2
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select the desired rating and press  
.
Rating  
Child  
TV will allow a maximum rating of  
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)  
Select to set more restrictive ratings (see next section)  
No rating limit  
Youth  
Young Adult  
Custom  
Off  
Changing your Password  
1
2
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to move the cursor to Change Password and press  
Follow steps 1 and 2 for “Using the Parent Menu” on page 39.  
.
Select a Country  
Select U.S.A. to use US ratings (see pages 42-43) or select Canada to use Canadian ratings (see  
page 44). If you select a Country (U.S.A. or Canada) that is not where you live, the rating you  
select will not be activated.  
1
2
Use the joystick to highlight Parental Lock, press  
.
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select the desired country and press  
.
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Using the Menus  
Information for Parents  
To view a program that exceeds the TV rating  
0
9
❏
Press  
, then use the  
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. See page 42 for U.S. models and page 44 for Canadian models for  
more information.  
❏
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 page 44.)  
Movie Rating  
This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on prime cable  
channels.  
Rating  
Defined as  
Custom Rating  
Movie Rating  
TV Rating  
- G  
G
General audience  
- PG  
- PG-13  
- R  
- NC-17  
- X  
Unrated: Allow  
PG  
Parental Guidance suggested  
Parents strongly cautioned  
Restricted  
PG-13  
R
Press  
rating  
to set Movie  
NC-17  
X
No one 17 and under admitted  
Adult audience only  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
TV Rating  
The TV rating is divided into two groups: age-based and content-based.  
Rating  
Content  
-
-
-
-
-
-
TV-Y:  
TV-Y7:  
TV-G:  
TV-PG:  
TV-14:  
TV-MA:  
FV: -  
D: - L: - S: - V: -  
D: - L: - S: - V: -  
L: - S: - V: -  
Age  
Content  
Press  
Move:  
to block rating  
End:  
Select:  
Age  
Defined as  
Content  
Defined as  
TV-Y  
All children  
FV  
D
Fantasy Violence  
Suggestive dialogue  
Strong language  
Sexual situations  
Violence  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
Directed to older children  
General audience  
L
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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Using the Menus  
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  
Allow  
Block  
Block or allow unrated  
programs  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
❏
If you choose to block unrated TV programs, please be aware that the following programs may  
be blocked: emergency broadcasts, political programs, sports, news, public service  
announcements, religious programs and weather.  
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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.  
Custom Rating  
Rating  
C
Defined as  
- C  
- C8+  
- G  
English Rating  
French Rating  
U.S.A. Rating  
Children  
- PG  
- 14+  
- 18+  
C8+  
G
Children 8 years and older  
General programming  
Parental Guidance  
Viewers 14 and older  
Adult programming  
PG  
Press  
rating  
to set English  
14+  
18+  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
French Rating  
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.  
Rating  
G
Defined as  
Custom Rating  
English Rating  
French Rating  
U.S.A. Rating  
- G  
General  
- 8 ans+  
- 13 ans+  
- 16 ans+  
- 18 ans+  
8 ans+  
Not recommended for younger  
children  
13 ans+  
16 ans+  
18 ans+  
Not recommended for children  
under age 13  
Press  
rating  
to set French  
Not recommended for ages  
under 16  
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
This program is restricted to  
adults  
U.S.A. Rating  
For programs from the United States, please see “TV Rating”on page 42.  
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Using the Menus  
Using the Timer  
Menu  
To access the Timer menu, refer to the following steps:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Timer 1 : Set  
Timer 2 : Set  
Current Time  
Program  
Program the time  
Move:  
:
AM  
Press joystick f to highlight an option then press  
.
End:  
Select:  
Current Time  
Set your TV to the current day and time.  
1
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to enter the correct day and  
time, then press  
Press to return Timer menu or press  
.
2
to exit the menu.  
❏ You must set the Current Time before you can use Timer 1 or Timer 2.  
Timer 1 and  
Timer 2  
Use the timers to program your TV to turn on and off by day, time,  
duration and channel. The timers duration is maximum of 6 hours. When  
Scheduled  
viewing  
the channel is fixed, it is not necessary to set the channel. Press  
program Timer 1 or Timer 2.  
to  
1
2
Use the joystick to highlight to select Timer 1 or Timer 2, then press  
Use the joystick 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 turned on.  
3
Press  
to exit the menu.  
❏ Select Off to turn off the Timer (your previous settings will be saved).  
❏ 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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Operating Instructions  
Using the Setup  
Menu  
To access the Setup menu, refer to the following steps:  
Video  
Audio Channel Parent Timer  
Setup  
Basic  
To Display To Highlight To Select  
Caption Vision: Off  
Video Label  
Tilt Correction: 0  
Language: English  
16:9 Enhanced: Auto  
Demo  
Off  
CC1  
CC2  
CC3  
CC4  
Text1  
Text2  
Text3  
Text4  
Info  
Select caption type  
Press joystick f to highlight an option then press  
.
Move:  
Select:  
End:  
Caption  
Vision  
Closed-  
Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for programs that are  
broadcast with closed captioning).  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options, then press  
CC1, 2, 3, 4: Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a program.  
Text1, 2, 3, 4: Displays network/station information.  
to select it.  
Captioning  
Info:  
Displays the name of the current program and its remaining  
time, if available.  
Off:  
Caption Vision is not activated.  
Video Label Allows you to identify the audio/video components connected to the TV:  
Label  
connected  
equipment  
VCR, DVD, etc. When you press TV/VIDEO to switch inputs, the Video  
Label will display on-screen. Press to open the Video Label menu:  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select the video input you want  
to label and press  
Use the joystick to choose a label and press  
1
2
.
.
❏ If you select “Skip”, your TV skips this connection when you press the TV/VIDEO button.  
Tilt  
Correction  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to correct any tilt of the picture from –5  
to +5, then press to activate.  
Language  
Display all menus in the language of your choice.  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select from one of the following  
options: English, Español (Spanish) and Français (French). Then press  
.
16:9  
Enhanced  
Provides enhanced picture resolution for wide-screen sources such as DVD  
(only available when the TV is in Video mode).  
Demo  
Press  
to run a demonstration of the on-screen menus.  
❏ You can press any key to exit Demo mode.  
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Using the Menus  
Using the Basic  
Menu  
To access the Basic menu, refer to the following steps:  
Basic Menu  
Adjust  
Picture  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
Caption Vision: Off  
Effect: TruSurround  
Advanced Menu  
Picture white level  
Move:  
Press joystick f to highlight an option then press  
.
End:  
Select:  
Picture  
Use joystick left to decrease picture contrast.  
Picture contrast Use joystick right to increase picture contrast.  
Caption  
Vision  
In the Basic menu, Caption Vision options are Off and the last captioning  
option selected (CC1-4, Text 1-4, or Info).  
Closed-  
Captioning  
Effect  
Use the joystick to scroll up or down to select one of the following options,  
then press  
to select it.  
Simulated:  
WOW:  
Simulates theater quality sound for mono programs.  
Provides a dramatic presence with a full, deep bass sound.  
When WOW is enabled, BBE is directly activated to further  
enhance the audio performance.  
TruSurround: Produces a dynamic three dimensional sound for stereo  
audio signals.  
Normal stereo or mono reception.  
Off:  
Advanced  
Menu  
Press  
to return to the advanced menus.  
❏ If you use the  
button to close the Basic menu, only the Basic menu appears when you press  
again. To access the other menus, use the joystick to scroll down to highlight Advanced Menu,  
then press  
.
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Programming the Remote Control  
You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non-Sony video equipment.  
1
2
3
4
Press  
.
Press  
or  
9
(FUNCTION).  
0
Use the  
Press  
buttons to key in the code number from the following chart.  
.
VCR codes  
Sony  
301, 302, 303  
JCPenney  
309, 305, 304, 330, 314, 336,  
337  
Admiral (M.Ward)  
Aiwa  
327  
JVC  
314, 336, 337, 345, 346, 347  
314, 336, 332, 337  
332, 305, 330, 335, 338  
308, 309, 310  
314, 336, 337  
332  
338, 344  
Kenwood  
LXI (Sears)  
Magnavox  
Marantz  
Marta  
Audio Dynamic  
Broksonic  
Canon  
314, 337  
319, 317  
309, 308  
Citizen  
332  
Craig  
302, 332  
Memorex  
Minolta  
309, 335  
Criterion  
Curtis Mathis  
Daewoo  
315  
305, 304  
304, 338, 309  
341, 312, 309  
314, 336, 337  
304  
Mitsubishi/MGA  
Multitech  
NEC  
323, 324, 325, 326  
325, 338, 321  
314, 336, 337  
309, 308  
DBX  
Dimensia  
Emerson  
Fisher  
Olympic  
Optimus  
Panasonic  
Pentax  
319, 320, 316, 317, 318, 341  
330, 335  
327  
308, 309, 306, 307  
305, 304  
Funai  
338  
General Electric  
Go Video  
Goldstar  
Hitachi  
329, 304, 309  
322, 339, 340  
332  
Philco  
308, 309  
Philips  
308, 309, 310  
308  
Pioneer  
306, 304, 305, 338  
309, 308  
Quasar  
308, 309, 306  
Instant Replay  
RCA/PROSCAN  
304, 305, 308, 309, 311, 312,  
313, 310, 329  
Realistic  
Samsung  
Sansui  
309, 330, 328, 335, 324, 338  
Symphonic  
Tashiro  
Tatung  
Teac  
338  
322, 313, 321  
314  
332  
314, 336, 337  
314, 336, 338, 337  
Sanyo  
330, 335  
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VCR codes  
Scott  
312, 313, 321, 335, 323, 324,  
Technics  
309, 308  
325, 326  
327, 328  
315  
Sharp  
Toshiba  
Wards  
312, 311  
Shintom  
327, 328, 335, 331, 332  
314, 330, 336, 337  
Signature 2000  
(M.Ward)  
338, 327  
Yamaha  
SV2000  
338  
Zenith  
331  
Sylvania  
308, 309, 338, 310  
Cable box codes  
Sony  
Satellite receiver codes  
230  
Sony  
801  
802  
805  
Hamlin/Regal  
Jerrold/G. I.  
222, 223, 224, 225, 226  
General Electric  
Hitachi  
201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206,  
207, 208, 218  
Oak  
227, 228, 229  
219, 220, 221  
214, 215  
Hughes  
804  
Panasonic  
Pioneer  
Panasonic  
RCA/PROSCAN  
Toshiba  
803  
802, 808  
806, 807  
Scientific Atlanta  
Tocom  
209, 210, 211  
216, 217  
Zenith  
212, 213  
Laser Disc Player codes  
DVD Player codes  
Sony  
Sony  
701  
751  
756  
761  
762  
759  
Panasonic  
Pioneer  
704, 710  
702  
JVC  
Mitsubishi  
Onkyo  
Oritron  
DBS codes  
DIRECTV  
809  
810  
Panasonic  
753  
757  
Echostar/Dish  
Network  
Philips/  
Magnavox  
Pioneer  
752  
755  
758  
754  
760  
RCA  
Samsung/Hitachi  
Toshiba  
Zenith  
❏ If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one by one until you come to the correct  
code for your equipment.  
❏ Whenever you remove the batteries, the code numbers may revert to the factory setting  
and must be reset.  
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❏ In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate your equipment with the supplied  
remote control. In this case, use the equipment’s supplied remote control.  
Operating a VCR  
Press  
To  
Power on the VCR  
Select channels directly  
Change channels  
0
9
Play video tape  
Stop  
or  
and  
Search forward or backward  
Pause  
Record  
Change between VCR and TV inputs  
Operating a DVD  
Press  
To  
Power on the DVD  
Select chapters directly  
0
9
Search chapters forward or backward  
Play DVD  
Stop  
Pause  
Move the cursor in the menu  
F, f, G, g  
Display the DVD menu  
Operating a Laser Disc  
Press  
To  
Power on the laser disc  
Search chapters forward or backward  
Play disc  
Stop  
Pause  
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Troubleshooting  
If you are having a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If the problem persists,  
contact your nearest Sony Dealer.  
Problem  
Possible Solutions  
Reset the TV to  
factory settings  
❏
Turn on the TV. While holding down the RESET button on the  
remote control, press POWER button on the TV front panel. (The  
TV will turn itself off, then back on again.) Release the RESET  
button.  
No picture, no  
sound  
❏
❏
Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
If a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a  
few minutes, disconnect and reconnect the power cord to restore  
the TV. If the problem continues, call your local service center.  
Check the TV/VIDEO setting: when watching TV, set to TV; when  
watching video equipment, set to VIDEO 1, 2, 3 or 4 (page 4, 6).  
Make sure the batteries have been inserted 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 34).  
Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video menu (page 34).  
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 10).  
Good picture, no  
sound  
❏
Press  
so that Muting disappears from the screen (page 3 for  
remote Y181, page 5 for remote Y182).  
❏
Check your Audio settings. Your TV may be set to Auto SAP in  
the MTS feature (page 36).  
No color  
❏
Adjust the Color setting in the Video menu (page 34).  
Only snow appears  
on the screen  
❏
❏
❏
Check the Cable setting in the Channel Setup menu (page 37).  
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 10).  
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.  
Cannot receive  
higher number  
channels (UHF)  
when using an  
antenna  
❏
❏
Make sure Cable is set to Off in the Channel Setup menu  
(page 37).  
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in  
the memory (page 21).  
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Problem  
Possible Solutions  
Cable stations  
❏
Make sure Cable is set to On in the Channel Setup menu  
don’t seem to work  
(page 37).  
❏
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not presently in  
the memory (page 21).  
Remote control  
does not operate  
❏
❏
❏
❏
Press TV (FUNCTION) when operating your TV.  
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.  
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.  
❏
If you are using another device to control channels, be sure that  
you have pressed the FUNCTION button for that device. For  
example, if you’re using your VCR to control channels, be sure to  
press the VCR/DVD FUNCTION buttons (page 3 for remote  
Y181, page 5 for remote Y182).  
Cannot access  
other menus when  
using the Basic  
menu  
❏
❏
If you use the  
menu appears when you press  
menus, select the Advanced Menu option (page 47).  
button to close the Basic menu, only the Basic  
again. To access the other  
The remote control  
doesn’t work in PIP  
mode  
Press the TV FUNCTION button. You may have inadvertently  
pressed the VCR/DVD FUNCTION button, which changes the  
PIP buttons to VCR mode (page 24 for remote Y181, page 26 for  
remote Y182).  
There is no window  
picture or it is just  
static  
❏
❏
Be sure your PIP window picture is set to a video source/channel  
that has a program airing.  
You may be tuned to a video input with nothing connected to it.  
Try cycling through your video inputs using the yellow PIP TV/  
VIDEO button with the red dot (page 26 for remote Y182, page 24  
for remote Y181).  
I get the same  
program in the  
window picture as  
in the main picture  
❏
❏
Both may be set to the same channel. Try changing channels in  
either the main picture or the window picture (page 26 for remote  
Y182, page 24 for remote Y181).  
Your TV may be set up to select all your channels through a cable  
box. The cable box will only unscramble one signal at a time, so  
you cannot use the PIP feature. If possible, run a direct cable to the  
VHF/UHF jack on your TV. This will only work if your cable  
system provides an unscrambled signal (page 12).  
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Problem  
Possible Solutions  
I cannot get  
anything but TV  
❏
❏
❏
❏
Be sure that you did not set the video label in the Setup menu  
(page 46) to skip your video inputs. If a video input is skipped, the  
problem will happen both in the main and PIP pictures.  
The TV needs to be  
cleaned  
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.  
Lost password for  
Parental Control  
In the password screen, enter the following master password:  
4357. After using the master password, you must create a new  
password, it cannot be used to unlock currently blocked channels.  
You lost your  
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, please  
call our Sony Direct Accessory and Part Center at 1-800-488-7669  
(U.S. residents only).  
There is a black  
box on the screen  
❏
❏
You have selected a text option in the Setup menu (page 46) 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 instead of Text 1-4.  
TV doesn’t turn on  
after disconnecting  
the TV and timer  
LED flashes  
Press the POWER button on your remote control or in the TV front  
panel, one more time.  
If, after reading these Operating Instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call  
our Customer Information Services Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (U.S. residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669)  
(Canadian residents only).  
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Specifications  
For all models (except as noted)  
Television system  
Channel coverage  
Antenna  
American TV standard/NTSC (KV-27FV300, KV-32FV300, KV-36FV300)  
VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125  
75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF  
FD Trinitron® tube  
Picture tube  
Power requirements  
Supplied Accessories  
120V, 60 Hz (KV-27FV300, KV-32FV300, KV-36FV300)  
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
Remote Control RM-Y181 (1) (KV-27FV300)  
Remote Control RM-Y182 (1) (KV-32FV300 and KV-36FV300)  
Wireless Headphones (1) (KV-32FV300 and KV-36FV300)  
TV Stand: SU-27HV1 for KV-27FV300, SU-32HV1 for KV-32 FV300  
SU-36HV1 for KV-36FV300  
Optional Accessories  
KV-27FV300  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 679 mm (27 inches) measured diagonally  
Actual screen size: 736,6 mm (29 inches) measured diagonally  
Outputs  
1 AUDIO OUT  
1 MONITOR OUT  
Inputs  
3 video, 3 audio  
2 S VIDEO  
2 RF Inputs  
Inputs/outputs  
1 Y, PB,PR, 1 audio  
Speaker output  
7.5 W x 2, 15 W subwoofer  
Power Consumption  
Dimensions (W/H/D)  
220 W in use 1 W in standby  
7
11  
1
784 x 601.5 x 520 mm (30 / x 23  
/
x 20 / inches)  
8
16  
2
Mass  
48 kg (105 lbs. 13 oz.)  
KV-32FV300  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 803 mm (32 inches) measured diagonally  
Actual screen size: 863,6 mm (34 inches) measured diagonally  
Inputs/outputs  
Outputs  
1 AUDIO OUT  
1 MONITOR OUT  
Inputs 3 video, 3 audio  
2 S VIDEO  
2 RF Inputs  
1 Y, PB,PR, 1 audio  
Speaker output  
7.5 W x 2, 15 W subwoofer  
Power Consumption  
Dimensions (W/H/D)  
230 W in use 1 W in standby  
3
7
898 x 682 x 584 mm (35 / x 26 / x 23 inches)  
8
8
Mass  
78 kg (171 lbs. 15oz.)  
KV-36FV300  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 911 mm (36 inches) measured diagonally  
Actual screen size: 965.2 mm (38 inches) measured diagonally  
Outputs  
1 AUDIO OUT  
1 MONITOR OUT  
Inputs 3 video, 3 audio  
2 S VIDEO  
Inputs/outputs  
2 RF Inputs  
1 Y, PB,PR, 1 audio  
Speaker output  
7.5 W x 2, 15 W subwoofer  
Power Consumption  
Dimensions (W/H/D)  
230 W in use 1 W in standby  
1
1
1020 x 760 x 640 mm (40 / x 30 x 25 / inches)  
4
4
Mass  
102 kg (224 lbs. 14oz.)  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Index  
16:9 Enhanced 46  
F
Favorite Channels 37  
Hue 34  
A
Audio Out 36  
Auto Program 21, 38  
Auto SAP 36  
H
L
B
Language 46  
Balance 35  
M
Bass 35  
Menus  
Batteries  
Audio 35  
Basic 47  
Inserting in remote 2  
Inserting in wireless headphones 29  
Brightness 34  
Channel Setup 37  
Parent 39  
Setup 46  
Timer 45  
Video 34  
Mode  
Movie 34  
Sports 34  
Standard 34  
Vivid 34  
MTS  
C
Cable 37  
Caption Vision 46  
Channel Fix 37  
Channel Label 38  
Channel Skip/Add 38  
ClearEdge VM 34  
Color 34  
Color Temperature 34  
Connections  
Auto SAP 36  
Mono 36  
Stereo 36  
Cable and antenna 10  
Cable Box and Cable 11  
Connecting a Camcorder 19  
Connecting a DVD Player 18  
Connecting an Audio System 19  
Connecting Two VCRs 15  
TV and Cable Box 11  
TV and Satellite Receiver 16  
TV and VCR 13  
P
R
Parental Control 40  
Picture 34  
Picture in Picture (PIP)  
RM-181 24  
RM-Y182 26  
TV, Satellite Receiver and VCR 17  
TV, VCR and Cable Box 14  
Current Time 45  
Ratings  
English Rating 44  
French Rating 44  
Movie Rating 42  
TV Rating 42  
U.S.A. Rating 42  
Unrated 43  
D
E
Demo 46  
DISPLAY  
RM-Y-181 5  
RM-Y182 5  
DynaBlack 34  
Remote Control  
Programming 49  
RM-Y181 5  
Effect  
RM-Y182 5  
Off 35  
Simulated 35  
TruSurround 35  
WOW 35  
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Treble 35  
S
Troubleshooting 52  
TV Features 1  
TV Front Panel 2  
TV Rear Panel 8  
Setting the Rating 40  
Sharpness 34  
SLEEP  
RM-181 5  
RM-Y182 5  
Speaker 36  
V
V-Chip (see Parental Control)  
Video Label 46  
Specifications 55  
Steady Sound 35  
W
Wireless Headphones  
Batteries 29  
T
Tilt Correction 46  
Timer 1 and Timer 2 45  
PIP 31  
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