If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station. How to replace the fuse Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.
Introduction Thank you for choosing this Sony Projection TV. Before operating the projection TV, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. • Symbols used in the manual: • Important information. • Information on a feature. • 1,2... Sequence of instructions.
Safety Information Safety Information This set is to operate on a 220-240V AC supply only. Take care not to connect too many appliances to the same power socket as this could result in fire or electric shock. Do not open the cabinet and the rear cover of the TV.
Overview Checking the Accessories Supplied Two batteries (R6 type) One Remote Control (RM-892) Overview of Projection TV Buttons On/Off Switch Programme up or down buttons Standby (selects TV channels) indicator Volume control buttons Selecting input source Press on the mark , on the front of the projection TV to reveal the front...
Displaying the time Press to switch the time on or off (available only when analogue teletext is broadcast). VCR operation For more details, please refer to the section "Remote Control of other Sony Equipment"...
Installation Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control Make sure you insert the batteries using the correct polarities. Always remember to dispose of used batteries in an environmental friendly way. Connecting the Aerial and VCR Connecting cables are not supplied. Scart lead (optional) The Scart lead is optional.
First Time Operation Switching on the Projection TV and Automatically Tuning The first time you switch on your TV, a sequence of menu screen appear on the TV enabling you to 1) choose the language of the menu screen, 2) search and stores all available channels (TV Broadcast) and 3) change the order in which the channels (TV Broadcast) appear on the screen.
First Time Operation After all available channels are captured and stored, the Programme Sorting menu appears automatically on the screen VIDE enabling you to change the order in which the channels appear on the screen. a) If you do not wish to change the channel order, go to step 6. b) If you wish to change the channel order: 1 Push the joystick on the remote control to $ or 4 to select the programme number with the channel (TV Broadcast) you wish to...
Menu System Adjusting Colour Registration (Convergence) Due to the earth’s magnetism, the picture might become undefined and you could see different colours on the outlines of the images. In that case, proceed as follows: Auto converge the Red, Green, and Blue Lines Press on the mark front connectors.
Menu System Adjusting the Picture Although the picture is adjusted at the factory, you can modify it to suit your own taste. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu VIDEO on the screen. Push the joystick to z to enter the PICTURE CONTROL menu. Push the joystick to $ or 4 to select the item you wish to change, then push to z.
Menu System Changing the screen mode Using this Screen Mode feature you can change the aspect ratio of the screen. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu VIDEO VIDEO on the screen. Push the joystick to z button to enter the PICTURE CONTROL menu.
Menu System Adjusting the Sound Although the sound is adjusted at the factory, you can modify it to suit your own taste. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu VIDEO on the screen. Push the joystick to $ to select the to the SOUND CONTROL menu.
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Menu System Push the joystick to Z or z to alter the selected item, then press the VIDEO OK button to store the new adjustment. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to Salter the other items. Press the MENU button to exit and return to the normal TV screen. Changing Sound Mode Quickly You can quickly change Sound mode without entering the Sound Control menu screen.
Menu System Using the Sleep Timer You can select a time period for the TV to switch itself automatically into the standby mode. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu VIDEO on the screen. Push the joystick to $ button to select the t symbol, then push to z to enter to the TIMER menu.
Menu System Manually Tuning the TV Use this function to preset channels or a video input source one by one to the programme order of your choice. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu on VIDEO VIDEO the screen.
Menu System Using the "Further Programme Preset" function With this feature you can: a) Even normally the automatic fine tuning (AFT) is operating, however you can manually fine-tune the TV (only available on analogue channels) to obtain a better picture reception if the picture is distorted or b) preset the AV3 output for the programme positions of channels with scrambled signals (eg from a pay TV decoder).
Menu System Locking Programmes This feature enables you to prevent undesirable broadcasts appearing on the screen. We suggest you use this function to prevent children from watching programmes you consider unsuitable. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu VIDEO on the screen.
Menu System Skipping Programme positions You can programme this projection TV to skip any unwanted programme numbers when they are selected with the PROGR +/- buttons. To cancel this function afterwards, proceed in the same way as described below by selecting the appropriate TV system (I or DIG) instead of "- - -"...
Menu System Labelling a channel (analogue channels only) Names for analogue channels (TV Broadcasts) are usually taken automatically from Teletext if available. You can however name a channel or an input video source using up to five characters (letters or numbers). Using this function, you can easily identify which channel (TV Broadcasts) or video source you are watching.
Menu System Displaying subtitles for digital channels With this feature you can view subtitles (if available) on the TV screen when watching digital channels. When watching analogue channels you can view subtitles via teletext. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu on VIDEO the screen.
Menu System Selecting the Output Source for the Euro AV connectors Using this function you can record on your VCR any signal coming from an external equipment connected to the Euro AV connectors :2 or :3 placed on the rear of the projection TV. In that case you have to select the output source as described below (if your VCR support Smartlink, this procedure is not necessary).
Menu System Labelling of Input Sources This function enables you to designate a name to the optional equipment you have connected to the sockets of this projection TV. This name can be up to 5 characters (letters or numbers). Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the menu on VIDEO the screen.
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Displaying and Viewing EPG The electronic Programme Guide (EPG) is a guide which provides programme information for all digital channels supporting EPG. When looking for information you can search by theme (sports, art, etc.), date or time (e.g. broadcasts between 8 and 9 pm). When you have found a programme you can go directly to this programme, use the timer to remind you of it or preset your VCR with Smartlink.
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Recording Programmes using EPG Press the VIDEO guide on the screen. Push the joystick to Z or z to highlight the programme column, then push to $ or 4 to select your desired programme. Press the OK button. If the programme is currently being broadcast, it will be displayed on your TV.
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Setting The Manual Timer Press the VIDEO screen. Push the joystick to Z or z to highlight the programme type column, then push to $ to select the timer symbol Press the OK button to display a screen of 9 programme slots, each one indicating that it is either free for programming, or that it has a programme already stored in it.
Teletext Viewing Standard Teletext (analogue channels only) Teletext is an information service transmitted by most TV stations. Make sure to use a TV channel with a strong signal, otherwise teletext errors may occur. Selecting Teletext VIDEO Select the TV channel which carries the teletext service you wish to view.
Teletext Viewing Digital Text Most of the digital TV channels broadcast information via text. This digital service includes high quality text and graphics as well as advanced navigational options. Additionally, this projection TV has access to a dedicated digital text channel. Selecting the dedicated digital text channel VI D EO...
Teletext Using the info menu screen This menu is a useful means of seeing what programme is on now and text on the digital channel you are watching. Press the screen. VI D EO This display gives a brief description about the programme currently being transmitted.
Optional Connections Connecting Optional Equipment Using the following instructions, you can connect a wide range of optional equipment to this set. Rear of projection TV To avoid picture distortion: • Do not connect equipment to F and G connectors at the same time.
Optional Connections Using Optional Equipment Additional Information when connecting equipment Connecting a VCR We recommend you connect your VCR to the D or E socket using a scart lead. If you do not have a scart lead, use the “Manually Tuning the TV”...
Programme Preset function" of this instruction manual. For more information on Smartlink, please refer to the Instruction Manual of your VCR. Remote Control of other Sony Equipment Using the buttons underneath the cover of the remote control you can control other Sony equipment.
Additional Information Optimum Viewing Area For the best picture quality, try to position the projection TV so that you can view the screen from within the areas shown below. Horizontal viewing area Vertical viewing area 1.9 m (Minimum optimum 1.9 m (Minimum optimum 60º...
EPG is not programmed to record. • If you continue to have these problems, have your TV serviced by qualified personnel or you can contact the Sony UK Digital HelpLine on 0870 600 1717. • NEVER open the casing yourself. Solution •...
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