Sony CRT Television KV 13FM 12 User Manual

Connecting Additional Equipment  
4-075-509-22  
®
Trinitron Color TV  
Operating Instructions  
KV-13FM12  
KV-13FM13  
KV-13FM14  
KV-20FS12  
© 2001 by Sony Corporation  
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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.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
ATTENTION  
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,  
NE PAS OUVRIR  
PRECAUCION  
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELECTRICO  
NO ABRIR  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated  
“dangerous voltage” within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient  
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating  
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the  
appliance.  
Note to the CATV Installer  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers 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.  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
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.  
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.  
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use this polarized plug w ith an  
extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully  
inserted to prevent blade exposure.  
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User Guide  
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.  
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:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
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.  
Protecting the TV  
To prevent internal heat build-up, do not block the ventilation openings.  
Do not install the TV in a hot or humid place, or in a place subject to excessive dust or  
mechanical vibration.  
Note on Caption Vision  
This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with  
§ 15.119 of the FCC rules.  
Use of this television for other than private viewing of programs broadcast on UHF or VHF  
or transmitted by cable companies for the use of the general public may require  
authorization from the broadcaster-cable company and/ or program owner.  
Owners Record  
The model and serial numbers are located on the front cover of this manual and the rear of  
your TV.  
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.  
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Important Safeguards  
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.  
WARNING  
To guard against injury, the following basic safety precautions should be observed in the  
installation, use, and servicing of the set.  
Use  
Power Sources  
For the set with a polarized AC power  
cord plug  
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.  
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  
should still fail to fit, contact 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.  
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).  
Follow the instructions below:  
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User Guide  
Do not place any objects, especially heavy  
objects, on top of the set. The object may  
fall from the set, causing injury.  
Overloading  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension  
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.  
Cleaning  
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before  
cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid  
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth  
lightly dampened with water for cleaning  
the exterior of the set.  
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  
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.  
occasional snapping or popping sounds,  
particularly when being turned on or off.  
Object and Liquid Entry  
Never push objects of any kind into the set  
through the cabinet slots as they may touch  
dangerous voltage points or short out parts  
that could result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.  
Installation  
Always use two or more people to lift or  
move the set. The set is heavy and the  
bottom surface is flat. Serious injury can  
result from trying to move the set by  
yourself alone, or from unsteady handling.  
Install the set on a stable, level surface.  
Water and Moisture  
Attachments  
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.  
Do not use attachments not recommended  
by the manufacturer, as they may cause  
hazards.  
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Never block the slots and openings  
by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug  
or other similar surface.  
Accessories  
Do not place the set on an unstable cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket, table, or shelf. The  
set may fall, causing serious injury to a  
child or an adult, and serious damage to  
the set. Use only a cart or stand  
recommended by the manufacturer for the  
specific model of TV any mounting of the  
product should follow the manufacturer s  
instructions, and should use a mounting  
accessory recommended by the  
manufacturer. An appliance and cart  
combination should be moved with care.  
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven  
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart  
combination to overturn.  
Never place the set in a confined  
space, such as a bookcase, or built-in  
cabinet, unless proper ventilation is  
provided.  
Disconnect all cables and cords from the  
set before attempting to move the set.  
Do not place the set near or over a  
radiator or heat register, or where it  
is exposed to direct sunlight.  
Do not allow children or pets to climb up  
onto, or push against, the set. The set may  
fall, causing serious injury.  
Power-Cord Protection  
Ventilation  
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.  
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.  
Never cover the slots and openings  
with a cloth or other materials.  
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User Guide  
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 should still fail to fit, contact you electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.  
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Antenna Grounding According to the NEC  
Refer to section 54-300 of Canadian Electrical Code for Antenna Grounding.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)  
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE  
Lightning  
For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left  
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and  
disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the receiver due to lightning and  
power-line surges.  
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When the set exhibits a distinct  
change in performance — this  
indicates a need for service.  
Service  
Damage Requiring Service  
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and  
refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel under the following conditions:  
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.  
When the power cord or plug is  
damaged or frayed.  
If liquid has been spilled into the  
set.  
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 substitutions may result in  
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
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.  
Safety Check  
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.  
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.  
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Introduction  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony Trinitron® Color TV.  
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.  
®
Trinitron Color TV Features  
Some of the features you will enjoy include:  
FLAT CRT New technologically advanced screen for optimal  
picture quality.  
Parental Control A tool for parents to help monitor what their  
children watch on TV by establishing rating limits.  
Favorite Channel Instant access to your favorite channels with the  
touch of a button.  
Energy Star® A recognized symbol of energy efficiency.  
Direct MTS Allows direct access to changing your Multi-Channel  
TV Sound: Stereo, Mono, or Auto-SAP (Second Audio Program),  
with the touch of a button (KV-20FS12 only).  
Trilingual Menus Choose between English, French, or Spanish  
menus.  
Front Panel Controls Allows access to the on-screen menus  
without the use of a remote control.  
Front A/V inputs A quick connection for video games, camcorders,  
stereo/ mono equipment, or headphones.  
In this manual, references to the KV-13FM12 include the KV-13FM12,  
KV-13FM13, and the KV-13FM14 models.  
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Operating Instructions  
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.  
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 youre connected,  
follow the instructions and use the remote control to access the on-screen  
menus.  
The TV front and rear panels illustrated in this manual are for KV-20FS12. The  
front and rear panels on your TV may not look exactly like those illustrated.  
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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.  
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:  
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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Operating Instructions  
Connecting Additional Equipment  
TV and VCR  
Rear of TV  
2
VCR  
Coaxial  
Cable  
1
Video (yellow )  
Audio L (w hite)  
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
2
Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service to  
the IN jack on your VCR.  
Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your  
VCR to the VHF/ UHF jack on the TV.  
Optional connection  
If your VCR is equipped with video outputs, you can get better picture  
quality by connecting Audio/ Video cables (not supplied) from AUDIO  
and VIDEO OUT on your VCR to AUDIO/ VIDEO IN on your TV.  
You can use the  
inputs.  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO  
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Connecting Your TV  
TV and Cable Box  
Cable Box  
Coaxial  
Cable  
1
From  
cable  
Coaxial  
Cable  
2
Rear of TV  
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 the TV.  
To view channels from your cable box, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (as set  
on the rear panel of your cable box) and use the cable boxs remote control to  
change channels.  
If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you  
should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channnel  
3 or 4, (see page 20).  
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Operating Instructions  
TV, VCR, and Cable Box  
Rear of TV  
3
VCR  
Video (yellow )  
Audio L (w hite)  
Audio R (red)  
2
Cable box  
Optional connection  
1
From cable  
1
2
3
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 IN jack on your VCR.  
Connect a coaxial cable (not supplied) from the OUT jack on your  
VCR to the VHF/ UHF jack on the TV.  
If you will be controlling all channel selection through your cable box, you  
should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3  
or 4, (see page 20).  
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  
inputs.  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO  
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Connecting Your TV  
TV and Satellite Receiver  
Rear of TV  
From  
cable/  
antenna  
2
Satellite receiver  
1
Satellite  
antenna  
cable  
Video (yellow )  
Audio L (w hite)  
Audio R (red)  
3
1
2
3
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.  
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  
inputs.  
button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO  
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Operating Instructions  
TV, Satellite Receiver, and VCR  
Satellite  
antenna  
cable  
Rear of TV  
1
From  
cable/  
antenna  
4
VCR  
2
Satellite receiver  
Video (yellow )  
Audio L (w hite)  
Audio R (red)  
3
5
1
2
3
4
Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on  
the satellite receiver.  
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.  
Using Audio/ Video cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO and  
VIDEO OUT on your satellite receiver to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on  
your VCR.  
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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  
control.  
on the remote  
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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  
F
F
Audio R (red)  
Audio L (w hite)  
Video (yellow )  
A/V output  
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  
Video (yellow )  
Audio L (w hite)  
Audio R (red)  
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Operating Instructions  
Connecting Headphones  
Connect the headphones to the  
jack on the front of your TV.  
Front A/V Panel  
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Using the Remote Control and  
Basic Functions  
This section shows you how to use the more advanced buttons on the  
remote control and how to use the on-screen menus.  
MUTING  
POWER  
1
2
8
9
0
SLEEP  
MTS/SAP DISPLAY TV/VIDEO  
3
1
4
2
5
8
0
3
6
qz  
7
JUMP  
9
ENTER  
4
5
VOL  
CH  
qs  
qd  
RESET  
MENU  
6
7
RM-Y173  
TV  
The remote control shown (RM-Y173) is for KV-20FS12. For KV-13FM12  
models, your remote control does not have the MTS button.  
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Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions  
Using the Remote Control  
Button  
Description  
1 MUTING  
Instantly turns off the sound. Press again or press  
to restore sound.  
2 SLEEP  
3 MTS/SAP  
4 JUMP  
Turns the TV off automatically in approximately  
15, 30, 45, 60, or 90 minutes. Cancel by pressing  
until SLEEP OFF appears.  
Cycles through the Multi-channel TV Sound  
(MTS) options: Stereo, Mono, and Auto-SAP  
(Second Audio Programming).  
Alternates between the last two channels selected  
with the  
buttons.  
0
9
5 VOL (volume)  
Press when you want to adjust the volume.  
6 RESET  
Press to return to factory settings while in an on-  
screen menu.  
7
Moves the cursor in the on-screen menus. Press  
the arrow buttons to move the cursor, press the  
center button to select or access an option.  
8 POWER  
9 TV/VIDEO  
0 DISPLAY  
Press when you want to turn the TV on and off.  
Cycles through available video inputs.  
Press to display the current time, (if set) and  
channel number. Press again to turn DISPLAY off.  
qa  
0
9
and ENTER  
Change channels directly, and enter numerical  
values in on-screen displays.  
qs CH (channel)  
Press when you want to change channels.  
qd MENU  
Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to exit  
the menu at any time.  
If you lose your remote control, see page 32.  
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Operating Instructions  
Setting Up the TV Automatically  
After you have finished connecting your TV, you can perform Auto  
Program to set up your channels.  
1
Press  
to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears.  
Auto Program [CH+]  
[CH-]  
Exit  
First please connect  
cable/antenna  
CH  
2
Press  
on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform  
CH  
Auto Program or press  
to exit.  
The Initial Setup screen appears each time you turn on the TV until you  
perform Auto Program.  
To perform Auto Program again  
MENU  
1
2
3
4
5
Press  
Press g to highlight Setup (  
Press f to highlight Options. Press  
Press to select Cable.  
Press F or to select ON or OFF according to how you connected  
your TV. Press  
.
).  
to select.  
F
.
6
Press f to highlight Auto Program. Press  
to search for channels.  
MENU  
After performing Auto Program, press  
to exit.  
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Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions  
Quick Start to the Menus  
The following settings are available in your on-screen menus:  
Menu  
Allows you to  
Make adjustments to your picture  
settings.  
Video  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Hue  
Sharpness  
VM: Low  
Move  
MENU  
Select  
End  
Change your Multi-channel TV  
Sound settings.  
Audio  
MTS:  
Stereo  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
End  
Customize your channel settings.  
Channel Setup  
Favorite Channel  
Channel Fix: OFF  
Channel Skip/Add  
Channel Label  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Set rating limits on your TV based on  
a programs rating or content.  
Parental Control  
Password:  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
The menus shown in this manual are for KV-20FS12. Your menus may not  
look like those illustrated.  
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Operating Instructions  
Menu  
Allows you to  
Set the clock on your TV and program  
scheduled viewing using Timer 1 and  
Timer 2.  
Timer  
Timer 1: Set  
Timer 2: Set  
Current Time  
Daylight Saving: NO  
:
AM  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Options  
Cable: ON  
Auto Program  
Tilt Correction: 0  
Setup  
Caption Vision: OFF  
Video Label  
Language: English  
Demo  
Options  
End MENU  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Move  
Select  
Program your channels, label video  
inputs, select menu languages, or run  
a demo of the menus.  
The Options menu offers other setup  
options.  
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Using the Menus  
This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting  
your TV.  
To access a menu  
MENU  
1
2
3
Press  
to display the on-screen menu.  
Use the G or g buttons to highlight the desired menu, then press  
F
Use the F or buttons to highlight the desired option, then press  
.
.
4
5
Press  
Press  
to complete the adjustment.  
to exit the menu.  
MENU  
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Operating Instructions  
Using the Video  
Menu  
To access the Video menu, refer to the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Video  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Hue  
Sharpness  
VM: Low  
Move  
MENU  
Select  
End  
Item  
Press G to  
Press g to  
Picture  
Brightness  
Color  
Decrease picture contrast  
Darken the picture  
Increase picture contrast  
Brighten the picture  
Increase color saturation  
Increase the green tones  
Sharpen the picture  
Decrease color saturation  
Increase the red tones  
Soften the picture  
Hue  
Sharpness  
VM  
Velocity  
Modulation  
Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp, clean  
edge. Use the F or buttons to select from one of the  
following options: OFF, High, Low (KV-20FS12 only).  
F
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Using the Menus  
Using the Audio  
Menu (KV-20FS12 only)  
To access the Audio menu, refer to the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Audio  
MTS:  
Stereo  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
End  
MTS  
Multi-Channel  
Sound  
Press F or f to select one of the following options:  
Stereo: Select when viewing a broadcast in stereo.  
Mono: Select to reduce noise in areas of poor reception.  
Auto-SAP: Select to have the TV automatically to a Second  
Audio Program (SAP) when a signal is received.  
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 setting to Stereo or  
Mono.  
Press  
for direct MTS settings (Stereo, Mono, Auto-SAP).  
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Operating Instructions  
Using the Channel Setup  
Menu  
To access the Channel Setup menu, refer to the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Channel Setup  
Favorite Channel  
Channel Fix: OFF  
Channel Skip/Add  
Channel Label  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Favorite  
Channel  
Quick access  
to favorite  
channels  
With the Favorite Channel menu open:  
1 Press to select.  
2 Use the F or f buttons to select Auto or Manual (selecting  
Auto will display in gray the last five channels accessed by  
the  
0
9
buttons).  
3 When in Manual, press G then f to select the position (1-5)  
where you want to set a favorite channel. Then press  
.
4 Using the F or f buttons, select the desired channel.  
MENU  
5 Press  
entered.  
then  
, the TV will change to the channel  
To use Favorite Channel: Exit all menus and press  
the cursor to the desired channel number and press  
. Press F or f to move  
.
Channel Fix  
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 boxs or VCRs remote  
control for channel selection.  
Video: Select from available video inputs when you have  
connected video equipment (e.g. satellite receiver) and you  
want your TV fixed to it.  
OFF: Channel Fix is not set.  
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Channel  
Skip/Add  
Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip unwanted  
channels or add new ones.  
0
9
1 Use the  
the channel, then press  
2 Press to Skip or Add (only one option will be  
available).  
With the Channel Label window open:  
buttons or the [CH +/ ] buttons to select  
.
Channel  
Label  
1
Press  
, then press  
F
or  
f
until you reach the desired  
Label up to 40  
channels with their  
call letters  
channel number.  
2
3
Press  
Press  
to activate the channel.  
to display the first call letter or number of the  
F
or  
f
caption and press  
activate.  
to select it. When finished, press  
to  
Favorite Channel,Channel Skip/Add, and Channel Label cannot be used when  
Channel Fix is set.  
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Operating Instructions  
Parental Control  
The Parental Control feature is designed to help parents monitor what  
their children watch on television. This section shows you the different  
rating systems available and how to set your TVs rating limit.  
Overview of the Ratings  
Once you have become familiar with these rating systems, you should be  
ready to set your TVs rating limit.  
TV Ratings  
The TV ratings are divided into two groups: age-based and  
content-based.  
TV Ratings  
TV-Y:  
TV-Y7:  
TV-G:  
FV  
Age  
Content  
TV-PG:  
TV-14:  
TV-MA:  
D
D
L
L
L
S
S
S
V
V
V
Press  
Move  
to block  
Select  
End MENU  
Age  
Defined as  
Contents  
Defined as  
TV-Y  
All children  
FV  
D
Fantasy Violence  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
Directed to older children  
General audience  
Suggestive  
dialogue  
L
S
V
Strong language  
Sexual situations  
Violence  
Parental Guidance  
suggested  
TV-14  
Parents Strongly  
cautioned  
TV-MA  
Mature Audience only  
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  
Movie Ratings  
(U.S. models only)  
This system defines the rating levels of movies shown in theaters and on  
prime cable channels.  
Rating  
G
Defined as  
Movie Rating  
G:  
PG:  
PG-13:  
R:  
NC-17:  
X:  
General audience  
PG  
Parental Guidance  
suggested  
PG-13  
Parents strongly  
cautioned  
Press  
Move  
to block  
Select  
End MENU  
R
Restricted  
NC-17  
No one 17 and under  
admitted  
X
Adult audience only  
Unrated  
(U.S. models only)  
You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not  
rated.  
Custom Ratings  
View All  
Block All  
Block TV  
Allows all unrated  
programs  
TV Ratings  
Movie Ratings  
Unrated: View All  
Blocks all unrated  
programming  
Blocks all unrated TV  
Programs  
Select Category  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Block Movies Blocks all unrated  
movies  
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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Operating Instructions  
English Ratings  
(Canadian models only)  
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English.  
Rating  
C
Defined as  
English Ratings  
C:  
C8+:  
G:  
PG:  
14+ :  
18+ :  
Children  
C8+  
Children 8 years and  
older  
G
General programming  
Parental Guidance  
Press  
Move  
to block  
Select  
End MENU  
PG  
14+  
18+  
Viewers 14 and older  
Adult programming  
French Ratings  
(Canadian models only)  
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.  
Rating  
G
Defined as  
French Ratings  
General  
8 ans+  
Not recommended for  
younger children  
G:  
8 ans+:  
13 ans+:  
16 ans+:  
18 ans+:  
13  
ans+  
Not recommended for  
children under age 13  
Press  
Move  
to block  
Select  
End MENU  
16  
ans+  
Not recommended for  
ages under 16  
18  
ans+  
This program is restricted  
to adults  
U.S.A. Ratings  
(Canadian models only)  
For programs from the United States. Please see TV Ratingson  
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Using the Menus  
Using the Parental Control  
Menu  
To access the Parental Control menu, refer to the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Parental Control  
Password:  
Use [0-9] buttons to  
enter new four-digit  
Password  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
In the Parental Control  
menu, you will be asked to set a 4-digit  
password for any further access into Parental Control.  
0
9
1
2
Press  
, then use the  
buttons to enter a 4-digit password.  
Keep this manual in a safe place. If you forget your password, see page 32.  
Confirm your password by entering it again.  
Once your password is set correctly, the next Parental Control menu  
appears.  
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Operating Instructions  
Setting the rating  
You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Lock options.  
Parental Control  
Lock: OFF  
Change Password  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
1
Move the cursor to Lock and press  
.
If you are not familiar with the Parental Guidelines rating system, use  
one of the following preselected categories to simplify the rating  
selections, Child, Youth, Young Adult.  
2
Use the F or f buttons to select the desired rating and press  
.
Rating  
Child  
TV will allow a maximum rating of:  
TV-Y, TV-G, G (U.S. models only), G (Canadian models  
only)  
Youth  
TV-PG, PG (U.S. models only), PG (Canadian models only)  
Young Adult  
TV-14, PG-13 (U.S. models only), 14+ (Canadian models  
only)  
Custom  
OFF  
Select to set more restrictive ratings, (see next section)  
No rating limit  
Using the Custom menu  
Before setting Custom ratings, see page page 22-24, Overview of the  
Ratings,for a description of the available rating systems.  
Follow the instructions on the screen to make your custom settings. See  
page 23 for U.S. models and page 24 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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Changing your Password  
1
Use the F or f buttons to move the cursor to Change Password and  
press  
.
2
Follow steps 1 and 2 for Using the Parental Control menuon  
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.  
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Using the Timer  
Menu  
To access the Timer menu, refer to the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Timer  
Timer 1: Set  
Timer 2: Set  
Current Time  
Daylight Saving: NO  
:
AM  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Current Time  
1 Press F or f to select the current time, then press  
(If you are in Daylight Saving time, be sure to set the  
Daylight Saving mode in YES)  
.
2 Press F or f to enter the correct time, then press  
.
MENU  
3 Press  
to exit the menu.  
Timer 1 and  
Timer 2  
Scheduled  
viewing  
With the menu open, set cursor on Timer 1 or Timer 2:  
1 Press F or f to select Timer 1 or Timer 2, then press  
2 Press F or f to enter your time and channel of  
.
preference, then press  
.
MENU  
3 Press  
to exit the menu.  
You must set the Current Time before you can use Timer 1 and Timer 2.  
You can set the Timer to ON, OFF, or Set. Once the timer is set, you can turn it  
on or off without having to go through the settings.  
Daylight  
Saving  
YES: Select in spring to compensate for Daylight Saving.  
NO: Select in fall at the end of Daylight Saving.  
When you perform Auto Program, all Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings will be  
cleared.  
Any loss of power will cause Current Time, Timer 1 and Timer 2 settings to be  
cleared.  
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Using the Setup  
Menu  
To access the Setup menu, refer to the following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Setup  
Caption Vision: OFF  
Video Label  
Language: English  
Demo  
Options  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Caption  
Vision  
Closed-  
Allows you to select from three closed caption modes (for  
programs that are broadcast with closed caption).  
Press F or f to select one of the following options:  
CC1, 2, 3, 4: Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a  
program.  
Captioning  
TXT1, 2, 3, 4: Displays network/ station information.  
XDS (Extended Data Services): Displays information about  
the network and current program, if available.  
OFF: Caption vision is not activated.  
Video Label  
With the Video Label window open:  
Label connected 1 Press F or f to access the input you want to label and  
equipment  
press  
.
2 Press F or f to choose a label and press  
.
Language  
Display all menus in your language of choice.  
Use the F or f buttons to select desired language and  
press  
.
Demo  
Press  
to run a demonstration of the on-screen menus.  
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Options Menu  
To access the Options menu, first open the Setup menu, then refer to the  
following steps:  
To Display  
To Highlight  
To Select  
MENU  
Options  
Cable: ON  
Auto Program  
Tilt Correction: 0  
Move  
Select  
End MENU  
Cable  
ON: Select if you are receiving cable channels with a CATV  
cable.  
OFF: Select if you are using a TV antenna.  
After changing your cable settings, you will need to perform Auto Program.  
Auto Program Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV.  
It will cycle through all available channels and program  
receivable channels.  
Tilt Correction  
Press F or f to correct any tilt of the picture from 5 to +5,  
then press to activate.  
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Other Information  
Troubleshooting  
If you are having a problem with your TV, try the suggestions below. If  
the problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.  
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 settings: when watching TV, set  
to TV; when watching video equipment, set to VIDEO  
Make sure the batteries have been inserted correctly  
into the remote control (page 2).  
Try another channel, it could be station trouble.  
Adjust Picture in the Video menu (page 18).  
Adjust Brightness in the Video menu (page 18).  
Check the antenna and/ or cable connections (page 3).  
Poor or no  
picture, good  
sound  
Good picture,  
no sound  
Press  
screen (page 13).  
so that MUTING disappears from the  
Check your Audio settings. Your TV may be set to  
Auto-SAP (page 19).  
No color  
Adjust Color in the Video menu (page 18).  
Only snow  
appears on the  
screen  
Check the Cable setting in the Options menu under  
Setup (page 30).  
Check the antenna and/ or cable connections (page 3).  
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 can create electrical noise,  
which can interfere with TV reception.  
Double images  
or ghosts  
Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service.  
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Operating Instructions  
Cannot receive  
higher number  
channels(UHF)  
when using an  
antenna  
Make sure Cable is set to OFF in the Options menu  
under Setup (page 30).  
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not  
presently in the memory (page 14).  
Cable stations  
don’t seem to  
work  
Make sure Cable is set to ON in the Options menu  
under Setup (page 30).  
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not  
presently in the memory (page 14).  
Remotecontrol  
does not  
operate  
Batteries could be weak. Replace them (page 2).  
Move the TV 3-4 or more feet away from fluorescent  
lights.  
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  
You can use the front Audio/ Video panel controls to  
MENU  
remote control  
access the menu. Press  
and buttons on the front Audio/ Video panel  
instead of the F and buttons on the remote control.  
Use the button on the front Audio/ Video panel  
instead of the G, g, and buttons on the remote  
again when the setting or  
to open the menu. Use the  
F
MENU  
control. Press  
adjustment is complete. Contact your nearest Sony  
dealer to order a replacement.  
If, after reading these Operating Instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your  
Sony television, please call our Direct Response Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (U.S. residents  
only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).  
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Other Information  
Specifications  
For all models (except as noted)  
Television system  
Channel coverage  
Antenna  
American TV standard/ NTSC  
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  
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
Remote Control RM-Y172 (1) (KV-13FM12,  
KV-13FM13, KV-13FM14)  
RM-Y173 (1) (KV-20FS12)  
Connecting cables VMC-810S/ 820S, VMC-720M,  
YC-YC-15V/ 30V, RK74A  
EAC-66 U/ V mixer  
Optional Accessories  
KV-13FM12, KV-13FM13, KV-13FM14  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 13 inches (341 mm) measured  
diagonally  
Actual screen size: 14 inches (356.6 mm)  
measured diagonally  
2 video, 2 audio  
1 headphone jack  
3 W x 1  
Inputs/ outputs  
Speaker output  
Power Consumption  
80 W in use  
1 W in standby  
450 x 338 x 438 mm (173/4 x 133/8 x 171/4 in.)  
Dimensions (W/ H/ D)  
Mass  
12 kg (26 lbs. 7 oz.)  
KV-20FS12  
Screen size  
Visible screen size: 20 inches (507 mm) measured  
diagonally  
Actual screen size: 21 inches (533.4 mm)  
measured diagonally  
2 video, 2 audio  
Inputs/ outputs  
1 headphone jack  
Speaker output  
3 W x 2  
Power Consumption  
115 W in use  
1 W in standby  
512 x 475 x 493 mm (201/4 x 183/4 x 191/2 in.)  
Dimensions (W/ H/ D)  
Mass  
24 kg (52 lbs. 15oz.)  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Index  
A
M
Audio  
Auto Program 14, 30  
menu 19  
Menus  
Audio  
Auto-SAP 19  
Channel Setup  
Parental Control  
B
C
Setup  
Timer  
Video  
Battery Installation 2  
Brightness 18  
MTS  
Cable 30  
Auto-SAP 19  
Stereo 19  
Mono 19  
Caption Vision 29  
Channel Fix 20  
Channel Label 21  
O
P
Channel Setup  
menu 20  
Options (Setup) 30  
Channel Skip/ Add 21  
Color 18  
Connections  
Parental Control  
Menu 25  
Cable and antenna 3  
Connecting a Camcorder 9  
Connecting a DVD player 9  
Connecting Headphones 10  
TV and Cable Box 5  
TV and VCR 4  
TV and Satellite Receiver 7  
TV, Satellite Receiver, and  
VCR 8  
Picture 18  
R
S
Remote Control 13  
Setup  
menu 29  
Sharpness 18  
SLEEP 13  
Specifications 33  
TV, VCR, and Cable box 6  
Current Time 28  
T
Timer  
menu 28  
Timer 1 and Timer 2 28  
Troubleshooting 31  
TV Features 1  
D
Daylight Saving 28  
Demo 29  
DISPLAY 13  
Tilt Correction 30  
V
F
Video  
Video Label 29  
menu 18  
Favorite Channel 20  
Hue 18  
H
L
Language 29  
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