Sony KLV-23HR1 manual

© 2003 Sony Corporation 4-095-493- 12 (2) LCD Color TV Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please r ead this manual thor oughly and retain it for futur e refer ence. KL V -23HR1 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the TV, on the backside of the rear cover, on the sticker, and also on the TV box (w[...]

2 W ARNING To Reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture. 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 m agnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert th[...]

3 Impor tant Safeguar ds For your protection, please r ead these instructions completely , and keep this manual for future refer ence. Carefully observe and comply with all warnings, cautions and instructions placed on the set or described in the operating instructions or service manual. W ARNING To guard against injury , the following basic safety[...]

4 Antennas Outdoor Antenna Gr ounding If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below . An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of over head power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or wher e it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits. WHEN INST ALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, E[...]

5 Important Safety Instruction 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water . 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer ’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sour[...]

6 Table of Contents Ta b le of Contents Installing and Connecting the TV Unpacking .......................................................... 7 Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control ... 7 Connector Types ................................................ 7 Identifying Front and Rear Connectors .......... 8 Basic Connections (Connecting Cable TV[...]

7 Installing and Connecting the TV Installing and Connecting the TV Unpac king When you unpack this unit, make sure it includes the following: Operating Instructions Warranty Card Inser ting Batteries into the Remote Contr ol Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the remote control?[...]

8 Installing and Connecting the TV Identifying Fr ont and Rear Connector s TV front panel Rear of TV 1 POWER button (page 20) 2 Headphones jack Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable plug adaptor (not supplied). Note The headphones jack is disabled when you set the TV’s speaker to off. TV/VIDEO V OLU[...]

9 Installing and Connecting the TV 75-ohm coaxial cable (supplied) Rear of TV VHF/UHF Basic Connections (Connecting Cable TV or an Antenna) When connecting an antenna or cables, remove the rear cover of the TV beforehand. Removing the rear cover 1 Slide the rear cover upward by approx. 1 cm ( 13 / 32 inch) while holding it with both hands as shown [...]

10 Installing and Connecting the TV Connecting the P ower Cor d Connect the power cord after you have finished all other connections. 1 Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor’s AC IN connector. 2 Connect the AC power adaptor’s cord to the DC IN connector of the TV. 3 Connect the other plug of the power cord to a wall outlet. Wall outlet[...]

11 Installing and Connecting the TV Bundling cor ds and cables This TV allows you to bundle the cords and cables inside of the stand. Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV This TV can be adjusted within the angles shown in the diagram below. To remove the cable cover, put your fingers in the concave portion on the top of the cover, then pull the co[...]

12 Installing and Connecting the TV Connecting a VCR and Cab le TV Use this hookup if: •Y ou have Cable TV that does not require a cable box. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Connect the CATV cable to the VCR’s IN jack. 2 Using the supplied 75-ohm coaxial cable, connect the VCR’s OUT jack to the TV’s VHF/UHF jac[...]

13 Installing and Connecting the TV Connecting a Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack. 2 Using AUDIO and S VIDEO cables, connect the satellite receiver’s AUDIO and S VIDEO OUT jacks to the TV’s AUDIO and S VIDEO IN jac[...]

14 Installing and Connecting the TV VHF/UHF R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO VIDEO 1 IN AUDIO OUT RL DC IN 14.5V R-AUDIO-L VIDEO 3 IN YP B P R VIDEO (yellow) AUDIO-R (red) VMC-810S/820S (not supplied) VCR S VIDEO Rear of TV Satellite receiver 75-ohm coaxial cable (supplied) Cable YC-15V/30V (not supplied) VMC- 810S/820S (not supplied) Connecting a Satellite[...]

15 Installing and Connecting the TV When using your audio system speakers Set “Speaker” to “Off” in the (Audio) menu. The TV’s sound is not output from the AUDIO OUT jacks when the TV’s speaker is set to on. You can still control the volume output from your audio system using the TV’s remote control, by setting “Audio Out” in the [...]

16 Installing and Connecting the TV VHF/UHF R-AUDIO-L VIDEO S VIDEO VIDEO 1 IN AUDIO OUT RL DC IN 14.5V R-AUDIO-L VIDEO 3 IN YP B P R Connecting a D VD Play er with Component Video Connector s This is the preferred hookup to use if: •Y our DVD player has component (Y, B-Y, R-Y) jacks. Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 [...]

17 Installing and Connecting the TV Connecting a D VD Pla yer with A/V Connector s Use this hookup if: •Y our DVD player does not have component (Y, P B , P R ) jacks. Tip If your DVD player has component video output connectors, for best picture quality, use the connection described on page 16. Disconnect all power sources before making any conn[...]

18 Installing and Connecting the TV Connecting a Digital Satellite Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Using three separate component video cables, connect the Digital Satellite Receiver’s Y, P B and P R jacks to the Y, P B and P R jacks on the TV. Use the VIDEO 3 IN connections. Note Component video (Y, P B , P[...]

19 Installing and Connecting the TV Connecting a Digital TV Receiver Disconnect all power sources before making any connections. 1 Using three separate component video cables, connect the Digital TV Set-top box’s Y, P B and P R jacks to the Y, P B and P R jacks on the TV. Use the VIDEO 3 IN connections. Note Component video (Y, P B , P R ) connec[...]

20 Installing and Connecting the TV Setting the Channels After you finish connecting your TV, you can run Auto Program to set up your channels. The Auto Program screen appears when you turn your TV on for the first time after installing it. To skip channels, see page 21. 2 Press CH+ on the remote control or on the front panel of your TV to perform [...]

21 Installing and Connecting the TV To lock in a TV channel If you have connected a cable box or satellite receiver to your TV, and do not intend to connect any other audio or video equipment, it is recommended that you lock in a TV channel. Doing so ensures that you do not accidentally switch channels when using your TV. 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V / [...]

22 Installing and Connecting the TV 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V / v to select (Setup), then press . 3 Press V / v to select “Language,” then press . 4 Press V / v to select your preferred language, then press . 5 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. MUTING POWER VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE VCR/DVD SLEEP JUMP VOL CH ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT SAT/CABLE WIDE MO[...]

23 Watching the TV MUTING PO WER VCR/D VD SA T/CABLE VCR/D VD SLEEP JUMP VO L C H ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SA T SA T/CABLE WIDE MODE DISPLA Y FUNCTION TV SYSTEM OFF FAV ORITES MENU CODE SET 123 456 78 0 9 TV/VIDEO PICTURE MODE PO WER SA VING TV MUTING DISPLAY SYSTEM OFF 1 2 W atc hing the TV 2 3 W atching the TV JUMP VO L STANDBY/ SLEEP 1 Press POWER[...]

24 Watching the TV O f f CC1 CC2 T e xt 1 T e xt 2 Te x t 3 T e xt 4 W atching with closed caption You can display Caption Vision if the broadcaster offers this service. MUTING POWER VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE VCR/DVD SLEEP SAT/CABLE WIDE MODE DISPLAY FUNCTION TV SYSTEM OFF 123 TV/VIDEO PICTURE MODE TV , Press repeatedly until the desired Caption Vision app[...]

25 Watching the TV Selecting the Effect Mode “SRS WOW”* creates a panoramic stereo audio image by producing deep and rich bass tones and clear treble tones, enabling you to enjoy powerful sounds effects like those in a movie theater. You can set the Effect mode for each video input that can be selected using the TV/VIDEO button, and store it in[...]

26 Watching the TV 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V/v to select (Audio), then press . 3 Press V/v to select “Effect,” then press . 4 Press V/v to select “SRS WOW,” then press . 5 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. Notes • You cannot select the Effect mode if the TV's speaker is set to off. • The Effect mode is valid only on the TV’s spea[...]

27 Watching the TV Wide Zoom Normal Full Zoom Changing the Wide Screen Mode The Wide Screen Mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts or other picture sizes such as Letterbox movies in several Wide Screen Modes (16:9 aspect ratio). Tip The “aspect ratio” is the ratio of width to height of the screen. 16:9 is also referred to as widescreen forma[...]

28 Watching the TV Tip You can also access the Wide Screen Mode settings in the (Screen) menu. For details, see page 29. Changing the Wide Screen Mode using the menu 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V/v to select (Screen), then press . 3 Press V/v to select the option you want to set, then press . 4 Press V/v to select the desired screen mode, then press . 5 [...]

29 Watching the TV Tip To change from one Wide Screen Mode to another, use the WIDE MODE button on the remote control. Notes • The 4:3 Default functions only when the TV receives 480i or 480p signals. • If “4:3 Default” is set to anything but “Off,” the Wide Screen Mode setting changes only for the current channel. When you change chann[...]

30 Watching the TV Setting the Video Inputs You can enjoy images (and sound) from optional video equipment connected to this unit by selecting the appropriate input. For details on connection, see pages 9 through 19. 1 1 Press TV/VIDEO repeatedly until the desired video input appears. Each time you press TV/VIDEO, the input changes as follows: Sele[...]

31 Watching the TV Operating Video Equipment with Y our TV Remote Contr ol Pr ogramming the remote contr ol MUTING POWER VCR/DVD SA T/CABLE VCR/DVD SLEEP JUMP VOL CH ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SA T SA T/CABLE WIDE MODE DISPLA Y FUNCTION TV SYSTEM OFF FA VORITES MENU CODE SET 123 456 78 0 9 TV/VIDEO PICTURE MODE POWER SA VING TV 2 3 4 1 5 The remote con[...]

32 Watching the TV Manufacturer Code Pentax 305, 304 Philco 308, 309 Philips 308, 309, 310 Pioneer 308 Quasar 308, 309, 306 RCA/PROSCAN 304, 305, 308, 309, 311, 312, 313, 310, 329 Realistic 309, 330, 328, 335, 324, 338 Sansui 314 Samsung 322, 313, 321 Sanyo 330, 335 Scott 312, 313, 321, 335, 323, 324, 325, 326 Sharp 327, 328 Shintom 315 Signature 2[...]

33 Watching the TV MUTING POWER VCR/DVD SA T/CABLE VCR/DVD SLEEP JUMP VOL CH ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SA T SA T/CABLE WIDE MODE DISPLA Y FUNCTION TV SYSTEM OFF FA VORITES MENU CODE SET 123 456 78 0 9 TV/VIDEO PICTURE MODE POWER SA VING TV Operating optional equipment Operating a VCR To Turn on/off Control a VCR Change channels Record Play Stop Fast f[...]

34 Watching the TV Using F a v orite Channels You can select programs from a list of favorite channels that you preset. Setting y our fav orite channels MUTING POWER VCR/DVD SAT/CABLE VCR/DVD SLEEP JUMP VOL CH ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT SAT/CABLE WIDE MODE DISPLAY FUNCTION TV SYSTEM OFF FAVORITES MENU CODE SET 123 456 78 0 9 TV/VIDEO PICTURE MODE P[...]

35 Watching the TV W atching fa v orite channels MUTING POWER VCR/DVD SA T/CABLE VCR/DVD SLEEP JUMP VOL CH ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SA T SA T/CABLE WIDE MODE DISPLA Y FUNCTION TV SYSTEM OFF FA VORITES MENU 123 456 78 0 9 TV/VIDEO PICTURE MODE POWER SA VING TV 1 2 FAVORITES TV/SAT , , 42 Fa vo ri te Channels 1: 1 2: 2 3: 3 4: 4 5: 4 2 6: 6 7: 7 8: 8 1[...]

36 Using Advanced Features Using Ad v anced Features To adjust the setting Maximize the setting value Changing the menu color You can choose the menu color from two types by selecting “Menu Color” in the (Setup) menu, then selecting “White” or “Black.” Minimize the setting value , Picture: 50 (Example: when selecting “Picture” in th[...]

37 Using Advanced Features 1 Receive the picture you want to adjust, then press MENU. 2 Press V/v to select (Screen), then press . 3 Press V/v to select “Vertical Center,” then press . 4 Press V/v/B/b to adjust the position, then press . 5 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. Adjusting the Picture P osition You can move the position of the pictu[...]

38 Using Advanced Features 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V/v to select (Video), then press . 3 Press V/v to select “Mode,” then press . 4 Press V/v to select the Picture Mode you want to adjust, then press . 5 Press V/v to select “Picture,” then press . Adjusting the Picture Quality You can adjust the picture quality for each Picture M ode (“Vivi[...]

39 Using Advanced Features 6 Press V/v/B/b to make the desired adjustment, then press . Adjustable options Option Picture Brightness Color* Hue* Sharpness* Backlight * You cannot select these options when the TV receives signals other than 480i. Tip You can adjust each option by referring to the value beside each option indicator. Selective options[...]

40 Using Advanced Features 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust other options. 6 Press MENU to exit the menu screen. To reset to the factory settings Select “Reset” in step 3, then select “OK” and press . Press V/b To increase higher- pitched sounds. To increase lower- pitched sounds. To emphasize the right speaker. 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V/v to[...]

41 Using Advanced Features Selecting Stereo or Bilingual Pr ograms You can enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs. JUMP VOL CH ENTER MTS/SAP GUIDE TV/SAT FAVORITES MENU CODE SET 78 0 9 POWER SAVING MTS/SAP MTS/SAP GUIDE Mono Auto SAP Stereo , Press MTS/SAP repeatedly until the desired sound indication appears. Each time you press the button, the[...]

42 Using Advanced Features Using the P arental Contr ol Feature The TV programs and movies shown on TV are given a rating signal based on the following rating systems. In U.S.A.: U.S. Television Parental Guidelines to rate television programs (U.S. TV ratings), and Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) Guidelines to rate movies including tho[...]

43 Using Advanced Features 3 Enter a four-digit password using the 0-9 buttons. The Parent menu options appear. If you access the Parent menu for the first time, you are requested to enter the password again for confirmation. Note Do not enter “4357” corresponding to “HELP” on a phone number pad (See page 44). Tip • You need to enter the [...]

44 Using Advanced Features To change the password 1 Press MENU. 2 Press V/v to select (Parent), then press . 3 Enter your four-digit password using the 0-9 buttons. The Parent menu options appear. 4 Press V/v to select “Change Password,” then press . 5 Enter a new four-digit password using 0-9 buttons. 6 Enter the password set in step 5 again t[...]

45 Using Advanced Features To select a TV rating in Canada: Press V/v to select “English Rating,” “French Rating,” or “U.S.A. Rating,” then press . 8 Press V/v to select the TV rating to be blocked, then press . 9 Press V/v to select , then press . The indication automatically appears beside the selected rating and all ratings below it,[...]

46 Using Advanced Features For more details of extenders, see page 48. All of the extenders included in the selected ratings will be blocked. If you want to allow any of them to be viewed, go to step 10. Otherwise, go to step 13. 10 Press B/b to select the extender to be viewed, then press . 11 Press V/v to select “–,” then press . “–” [...]

47 Using Advanced Features U.S. movie ratings U.S. movie ratings are for movies (including those shown on TV) rated according to the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) Guidelines. Option G (General Audiences — All Ages Admitted) PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — Some Material May Not Be Suitable For Children) PG-13 (Parents Strongly C[...]

48 Using Advanced Features About the extenders of U.S. TV ratings TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA ratings have additional content ratings called “extenders” to define additional viewing limits. The extenders are defined as follows: Option FV (Fantasy Violence) D (sexually suggestive Dialog) L (coarse Language) S (Sexual situations) V (Violence) D[...]

49 Using Advanced Features Canadian English Language ratings The Canadian English Language ratings are for TV programs in English broadcast in Canada. Option C (Programming intended for children under the age of 8) C8+ (Programming generally considered acceptable for children aged 8 and older to watch on their own) G (General Audience) PG (Parental[...]

50 Using Advanced Features T urning Off the TV A utomaticall y You can set the TV to turn off automatically after a predetermined period of time (15, 30, 45, 60, or 90 minutes). Press SLEEP repeatedly until the desired period of time appears. Each time you press the button, the period of time changes as follows: While the Sleep timer is activated, [...]

Additional Information 51 Problem Possible remedies No picture. Cannot receive any channels. Cannot receive upper channels (UHF) when using an antenna. TV is locked to one channel. Cannot receive any channels when using cable TV. Cannot receive or select channels. The TV turns off automatically. (The TV enters the standby mode.) Tr oubleshooting If[...]

Additional Information 52 Some video sources do not appear. Poor picture. Double images or ghosts. Only snow and noise appear on the screen. Dotted lines or stripes. No color. Color is not correct. Dark picture. The picture is too bright. Picture (stripe) noise. No sound./Noisy sound. Good picture, no sound. Audio noise. Cannot operate the menu. Wi[...]

Additional Information 53 Specifications Television system: American TV standard Channel coverage: VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125 Antenna: 75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF Screen size (measured diagonally): 23 inches Panel System: a-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD panel (Effective dots: more than 99.99%) Display resolution: 1280 dots (horizontal) ×[...]

Additional Information 54 Inde x F Favorite channels .................................. 34 Front and rear connectors ....................... 8 Full ........................................................ 27 H HD Mode ................................................ 8 I Input select ........................................... 30 J Jump ............[...]

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