Sony KLV-S15G10 Owner's manual

Brand: Sony

Model: KLV-S15G10

Category: LCD TVs

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

KLV-S20G10

2-630-164-11 (1)

LCD Color TV

Operating Instructions

KL V-S 15G 10

KL V-S2OG I O

Owner's Record

The model and _l'ial numbers are located at the rear ot the TV. Record

these numbers in the spaces provided below. Re[_l to them whenever

you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No.

Serial No.

Contacting Sony

]L a_er reading these operating instructions, you have additiolml

questions related to the use ot your Sony TV, please call our Customer

lntbrlnatioll Services Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US

residents only) or 1-877-899-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only).

WARNING

To reduce lhe risk ol fire or electric shock, do

not expose this apparalus to rain or nlois[urc.

/_ This symbol is intended to

alert the u_r to tile presence

ol uninsulaled "dangerous

voltage" within the

product's enclosure thal

may be of sufficient

nlagnitude to constitute a

risk of electric shock to

persons.

This symbol is intended to

alert the u_r to the presence

(51'illlportant operating and

maintenance (seJvicing)

instl uctkms in tile literature

accompanying the

appliance.

For Safety

Tile apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing and no objects filled with liquids,

such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION

To prcvent electric shock. (1(5not use this

polari/cd AC plug with an extension cord,

receptacle or other outlet unless the blades call

be tully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Note on Caption Vision

This TV provides display ol TV cloud

captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the

FCC I ules.

NOTIFICATION

This equipmcnl has been tested and Bsund to

comply with tile limits lor a Class B digital

device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

The_ limits are designed t(5provide reasonable

protection against llarnlfifl interlcrencc ill a

resklential installation. This equipment

generates,uses and can radiate radio l?'cquency

energy and, it not inskdled and usedin

accoMance with file instmctfims, may cause

harmfifl interfigrence to radio communications.

However, there is no guaralllee lhal interlcrence

will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipm_mt doescruise hmmfifl imerfi:rcnce t(5

radio or tcle_ision reception, which cml be

determined by turning the equipment o11and on,

the user is encouraged 10 try 10 c'orrcct the

interlcrence by one or more of file lksllowing

nleasurcs:

[] Reorient or relocate tile receiving

antenna+

[] Increase tile separation bet\v_n file

equipmem and receiver.

[] Connect tile equipment into an oullet on a

circuit dill_rent liom that to which the

receiver is connected.

[] Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician lksr help.

You arc cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved in this

manual could void your authority to operate

this equipment.

Safety

[] Operate tile TV only on 120 V AC.

[] Use file AC power cord specified by Sony

and suitable lor tile vohage where you use

il.

[] The plug is designed, lor salcty purposes,

to fit into file wall outlet only one way. If

you are unable to insert tile plug fiflly imo

tile oul]el, conlact your dealm:.

[] If any liquid or solid ot_iect should lall

inskle the cabinet, unplug the TV

immediately and have it checked by

qualified service personnel belore

operating it fimhm+.

[] Ifyou will not be using tile TV lbr several

(lays, disconnect the power by pulling the

plug itselfi Never pull on the cord.

[] For details concerning salPty precautions,

see "hnpoltant Salcly Instructions" on

page 4 and +'hnportant Sail:guards" on

page 5.

Installing

[] The TV should be installed near an easily

accessible power oullet.

[] To prevent internal Ileal buildup, do not

block tile ventilation openings.

[] Do not instMl the TV ill a hot or humid

place, or in a place subject to excessive

dusl or nlechanical vibration.

[] Avoid operating tile TV at temperatures

below 5°C/41°P).

[] If the TV is tr_msported directly fi+om a

cold to a warm location, or if the room

temperature changes suddenly, the picture

may be blurred or show poor color due to

n/oisturc condensation. In this case,

please wait a low hours to let file moisture

evaporate belksrc turning on the TV.

[] To obtain the best picture, do not expo_

the semen to direct illumination or direct

sunlight. It is reconnnended to use spot

lighting directed down lrom the ceiling or

to cover the windows that lace tile scrcell

with opaque drape W. 11is desirable to

install file TV ill a room where the floor

and walls arc not of a reflective material.

CAUTION

Use the fisllowing Sony applimlce only with the

Iollowing WALL-MOUNT BRACKET.

Use with other WALL-MOUNT BRACKET

may cause instability and possibly result in

injmy.

SONY APPLIANCE MODEL NO.

KLV -S 20G 10

SONY WALL-MOUNT BRACKET MODEL NO.

SU-WLI 1 qKLV-S20G 10)

To Customers

Sulficient experli_ is required fin insk,lling tile

specified product. Be sure to subcomract the

installation to Sony dealers or licensed

conlractors and pay adequate altenlion 1o sali:ty

during the installation.

(Contim_e(t)

For Customers in the United States

This product contains mcrcmy. Disposal o1 tiffs product may be regulated

if sold in tile Uniled Slates. For disposal or recycling information, please

contact your local authorilies or the Electronics Industries Alliance

(hltp://www.eiae.org).

To Sony Dealers

For installation oi SONY WALL-MOUNT BRACKET. be sure to read

and lbllow tile instructions supplied wilh lhose optional products.

Trademark Information

WOW, SRS and (70) symbol are trademarks ol SRS Labs, hie.

WOW leclmology is incorporated under license fl'onl SRS Labs, Inc.

Licensed by BBE Sound, lnc. under USP463825g, 4482866. 'BBE" and

BBE symbol arc tradenlarks of BBE Sound, lnc.

BBE High Definitktn Sound is fldly activated nlaxinlizing tile SOllnd cltcct

in lhe WOW nlode,

Wega, Steady Sound and CincMolion arm registered lrademarks of Sony

Corporation.

'PlayStatkm" is a tradenlark of Sony Conlpuler Enlcrlainnlenl, Inc.

As an ENERGY STAR/_ Partner, Sony Corporalion has

delermined thai Ibis product m_ts file ENERGY STAR r_)

guidelines lor energy elliciency.

ENERGY STAR <_is a U.S. rcgislered mark.

Important Safety Instructions

l) Read these instructions,

21 Keep these instructions.

31 Heed all warnings.

41 Follow- all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6t Clean only with dry cloth.

7} Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

81 Do not install near any heat _. _

somces such as radiators %

registers, stoves, or other _ F_

apparatus (including mnplifiers)

that produce heat.

9t Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other, A grounding

type plug has two blades and a third grounding

prong. The wide blade or the third prong are

provided for your safety. If the provided plug

does not fit into your outlet, consult an electncmn

for replacement of the obsolete outlet,

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from

the apparams.

11}Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart. stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with

the apparatus. When a cart is used. use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to

avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

141 Refer all _ervicing to qualified service personnel

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord

or plug is damaged, liquid has been spdled or

objects have fallen into the apparatus, the

apparatus has been exposed to ram or moisture.

does not operate normally, or has been dropped,

Important

Safeguards

Betbre using your TV. please l_ad Tllese insu'ucuons completel3 and

keep this manual for Iurure relbmnce.

Careiully observe and comply with all warning._, cautions and

instructions placed on the unit or described in the operating instnlctions

or service ananuah

WARNING

Fo guard against injury, the following basic saf_ty precautions _hould be

observed in the instM/ation, use and servicing of the unit.

Use

Power Sources

Fhis unit should be operated only from the

type oI power source it,dicat_d on The

intbrmation label

If you m'e alot sure of the type of decTrical

power supplied to your home. consuh your

dealer or local power company.

Grounding or Polarization

This unit is equipped with a pohtrized AC power cord plug (_ plug

having one blade wider tbn the other_, or with a three-wire groundin_

type phlg ta plug lla'_ lug a third pin for grounding). Follow the

instructP ns below:

For the unit with a polarized AC power cord

plug

l'his phlg will tit into the power outlet only one way.

this is a safe W IEature. If you are unable to insm't _, _--_-,_ =..j

the phlg fiflly into the outlet, try reversing the ph g. __

if the plug still fails to fit. conraci your electrician tc

have a suitable outlet installed. Do not det)at the

satEty puq>ose of the polarized plug by Ii_rcing it in.

Wall outlet

Do not use a poor Iittillg outlet

Instal the plug Ihll 3 into the outlet. If it is h lisp. it

filly c_luse arcing and resuar ill fiat.

Contact your electrician to have the outlet

changed.

Wiring

For your safety, unphlg the AC power cord when wiring cables.

Electric shock

Do not touch file AC power cord or tile unit with a

wet hmK1. I1 you plug/unplug Tile AC power cord

li" O il' the unit with a wet 1,;rod, it lnay cause electric

shock

Cleaning

V- Clean tile AC power plug a_gularly.

If the plug is covmvd with dust and it picks

u_ lnOlslure, its ia,slllation llla_ deteriorate

and result in flay. Unplug the AC power

plug and clem, at regularly.

r- Unplug the AC power cord when

_qeaning this uniL lfnot it anay result

in electric shock.

121 Clean the cabinet of the TV with a dry soft cloth. To remove dust

from the screen, wipe it gently with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains

may be removed with a cloth slightly dampened with a sohltion of

mild soap and warm water. Never use clotl! or strong solvents such

as thinner or benzine tbr cleaming.

D If using a chemically pretreated cloth, please follow the

instruction provided on the package.

I-1 If the picture becomes dark after using the TV for a long period of

time, it nmy be necessm'y to clean the inside of the TV. Consult

qualifiec] servige personne! i

Overloading _:;;'.'

Do ,lot overload wall outlets, extension cords or _ _;; !_)

convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, "_

since tiffs ca*,iesu!!{ntire or electric shock:

Power

Always turn the unit off when it is not being used. _"w--.

When the unit is left unattended mM unused for _-_->)_

long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet --_--_"_ "_,/_4,c_,, _

as a precaution against the possibility of an _ <_._j, _!

interna! nmlfhncti0n !!!_lt could create !t fire _;_..X.._J d_ ,kk_

hazard.

Sound

If a sn pp _g or 70))ing sot M Iron the TV s

continuous or Ii'equent while the TV is operating,

unphlg the TV mM consult your dealer or service

technicim_. It is normal _Pr TV's to make

occasional snapping o1"popping sounds,

partigu!i_rly whe n being lurned on or off.

AC Power cord

!f you damage th_ AC po_er cordl it m!y resu!t in fire _r elect!:ic shock.

Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cord excessively. The core lines

may be bared amd cut, and cause short-circuit, resulting il! fir e or

electric shock.

Do not convelqt or damage the AC power cord.

Do not Jut mwthing !mavy on the A C PC wer cord. Do not ptfl the

AC power cord.

Keep Tile AC power cord away fl'om heat sources.

D Be sure to grasp the plug when disconnecting the AC power cord.

If the AC power cord is damaged, sto p us! _g it !rod ask your dealer or

Sony service cm!te r to exchange it.

Batteries

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.

Do not short circuit, disassemble or overheat the batteries.

Disposal of used batteries

To preserve our environment, dispose of used h_tteries according to yore"

local laws or regulations.

Ventilation holes _i; ,,_2

Never push objects of any kind into the unit fllr0u_l ! _ _[

the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous i i "] I_] _[

voltage points or short out parts that could restut an II HI

fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind I]L_ _j___

0a! t!!e uni t,

Object and Liquid Entry

Do not place any objects on the unit.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and no Objects tilled with liquids, such

Attachments

Do not use attachments which are not

recommended bY t le ln_u!utitCtt re r, as ll ey may

cause hazards.

(Continued)

Medical institution

Do not place this unit in a place where medical

equipment is ill use.

It may cause malfunction of medical instruments.

Moisture and flammable objects

[] Do not use plugged sets near .....

water Ior exal?aple lleltr a b_/thtab.

washbowh kitehen sink, or laundry tub. in _>_"

a wet basenlent, or Ileal" a swinnlling pool,

etc. It may result in tire or electric shock. __

V- Do not let tiffs unn get wet. Never spill liquid

oi ally kind on the unit. If ally liquid or solid

obJeCt does fall through, do not operate the

unit, It may result in electric shock or

umnage to the unit, Halve it checked

mmediately by qualified personnel.

[] To prevent tim. keep llmnmable objects or open drone/e,g

candles) away fi'om the unit.

Accessories

Use only accessories recomnlended by Son 3 tot tile

specific nlodel of TV. Do not place the unit on an

unstable carl. stand, table or shelf. Tile unit may fidl,

causing serious injury to a child or all adult and

serious dmnage te the unit. Nc part of the TV should

overhang any edge of tile TV cart or stand: any

overhanging edge is a salary hazard. An appliance

and cart combination should bc moved with care.

Quick srops, excessive iorce, and uneven surlaces

may cause tile appliance and cart combina6on t{

overturn.

Broken pieces

Do not fllrow anylhing at tile unit.

1"hescreen glass may break by' tile impact and cause serious injury.

Cable wiring

Fake care not to catch your lket on tile cables. It ma, damage the unit.

Heat

Do not touch the surface of the TV.

It remains hot. even tbr some time after the TV is Turned off.

Volume adjustment

V- Addust tile w_lume so as not to trouble your neighbor_. Sound

:arrics wry easily at night lilac. Therefi)rc, closillg tile windows

or using hea tphones is suggested,

V_ When using headphones, adiust tile volume so as to avoid

excessive levels, as he_lrlng danlage il_layresult.

Disposal of the TV

[] Do nol dispos_ file TV with general household waste

r- Tile LCD contains a small amount of liqmd crystal. Tile

fluorescent tube used in this display contains nlercu W. Follow

your local ordinances and regulations for disposal.

Handling of broken glass and liquid crystal

leakage

Ifthe LCD panel gets damaged, crystalline liquid leakage may occur, ot

scattered bi_)k_il glass may resulL Do not touch blacken glass or

crystalline liquid (which is texic . with bare hands as curs or poisoning,

skin irritation may occur. Also. do not let glass h'_gments or leaked

crystalline liqu_d get into your eyes or mouth. Should either contact yore

eyes or lnouth, rinse t]l_ contacted al_a thoroughly with water arid

consulI your doctor.

D Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision technology

m_d has etl)ctive )ixels of 99.99% o!7more, black dots may appem"

or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantly

on the LCD screen. This is a stit ctur_t prope fy of tl e LCD panel

and is not a malfunction.

D Do not expose the LCD screen surfbce to the sun, Doing so nlay

damage Tile screen surface.

D Do not push or scratch the LCD screen, or place objects on top of

the TVI The image t!lay be uneven or the LCD panel may be

damaged.

D If tile TV is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the picture

or the picture may become dm'k. This does not indicate a failure,

These phenonlena improve as tile tenlperature rises.

IX] Ghosting may occur when still pictures m'e displayed

continuously. It nlay disappear after a tew moments,

D The screen and cabinet get warm when the TV is in use. TI is is not

a malfunction.

D Avoid spraying insect lx:pe!lent with volatil _ material tOthe

screen.

l_ Avoid prolonged contact with rubber or plastic made materiah

Fluorescent lamp

This TV uses a special fluorescent lamp as its ligh t source, lfthe screen

image becomes din'k, flickers, or does not appem', the fluorescent lamp

has lun down and should be replqcd, F{?rlvplacement, consult qualified

D When installing or ren oving *he TV ,_-,

on the wall, b ...... t .... qualified (_

contractors. Wall mount installation _[ /_ ;l!9J t'l_

requires th ...... fa wall ........ t _ i-__ _ff

bracket. If tile TV is inst_dled or / } '_t J'A ]l /

......... d f;rom the wall by a person 7_/_-4_ !..... !\\

other tll_ma qualified contractor, the _- _ '_9o

unit may fall and cause serious injury if the unit is not installed

securely.

D To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached tO t!le

stm_d/wall in accol_lanc¢ with ll_e inst_fllation instructions,

Placement for viewing

It is recommended to watch tile TV at a distance of 3 to 7 times that of

the screen height, m_d in moderate brightness, Watddng tile TV fo_ tOO

!ong or Jn 9dm'k room wi!! cause eye f_tigue,

Observe the fhllowing when installing tile TV using a

wall-mount bracket. If the TV is not sect red prope'ly,

it may fall and cause injury, _I F [[

Be sure to follow file operating instntctions [] [ [ [

supplied with the wa!!-mount bracket when [{

installing tl_e unit.

D Be sure to attach the br ickets S i))lied with the

wall-mount bracket.

Protruding location

Do not install the TV in protruding locations. If you instal! the unit in tile

fhl!owing locations, injury nlay result.

V_ Do not install tl_etrait in a location where the unit pr0tiudes , such

as pillars,

Do not install the unit in a location that may cause iniury_

Do not install this unit in lvstaurants where oily vapors ocpur: Dust

absorbing 0il may enter into the unit and damage the unit.

Corrosion

Use of this TV near tile seashore may subject the set to excessive salt,

corrosion and internal damage and result in deterioration of the TV's

per fomlance. If tile set will be subjected to these conditions, steps should

be taken to reduce me !tumiditY and temperature of t!lm alva where fi!e

TV is located.

Ventilation

l'he slots and openings ill the TV are provided tbr necessary ventilation.

1"oensure reliable operation ot the uniL mid to protect it t?om

overhealing, these slots ;uld opellillgs, lllUSi never be blocked or covered.

Unless proper ventih,tion is provided, the Lmitmay , . ) j

gather dust _mdget dirty. For proper ventilation, f.2;:£7.27-?_

obseiwe the t_llowing:

: Do not install the unit turned backward or [[ I I

sideways. [[

D Do not install file unit turned over or upside

down.

V- Never cover tile slots ,nd openings with a __,

:loth or other materials. -_2_

[] Never block file slots and openings by __

placing file unit on a bed. st m. rug or ,_"_ __.

other similar surtbce.

[] Never place the unit in a confinec space, such

as a hookcase or built-in cabinet unless _2_ __ ._ _-¢4-

proper ventilation _ providcc " ._ _

[] Leave some space around the unit and the AC

power adaptor. Otherwise. adequate ai>circu[ation mw be

blocked causing overheating and cause fire or damage dm unit.

When nstallingthe unit on thewa , allowthis much seace

................ _i%;fi...........s/

1ocm

;10crr__

_,_4 inches

..... _e_sL:

When ms[ailing the unit using a stand, allow this much space,

30 crn

117/ainche_

IOcm

When !ns!a! ling the AC p°wer adaptor' allow th!s much spa£e,

/ [ 10 cm ,< *

, (4 nches) ,

/ ' (4 Inches)[ _ /

_" )) .... -=_ -7"--__'-"_7---- 7__=;?

t':-77:-:-: ...... --°-qZT_ '_'2--'` 10cm /

[ ,/ , (4 Inches) /

_" lOcm ,

" (4 nches)=_l_ [ ,/

I ,/ / i4inches) i//"

Neye( instal[ the uni! as fo!!ows;

Air circulation is blocked, Air circulation is blocked,

Outdoor use

Do not install this unit outdoors. If tll_ ullit is exposed

to rain, it may result in fire or electric shock. If the unit

is exposed TOd_rect sunlight, tl_e unit maY heat up and

cause damage tO the unit.

Vehicle and ceiling

Do not install this unit in a vehicle or hung from tile -_ ...........

c# ng ' ::i' " g

Bumpin_ of the veh!cle maY cruise fi!e um t to f 1! down _ _£_ _._.

and cau_ injury. -_"

Do not inst_gl this unit in a sl!ip or _essel. If tim unit is

expose d to seawater, it may cause fire or damage tl!e _

unit.

Preventing the TV from toppling

Take measures to prevent ihe unit from toppling over m_dcausing injury.

To prevent the unit 5rein toppling oxer mcure the unit to the wall or

pillar.

Installing on a level surface

If you install tile unit oil a non-level surface, the t!ni_ f

n ly tidl or drop _md cause injury or dmnage.

(Continued)

Placing €

If you place tile unit on an unstable st rt:ace, the unit

may fall and cause injury o1"damage. _

Do not h_ng maything on tile unit. _qF_-:=_;-,_,

The unit may fall f;rom th e stand or w*fll-m0unt Jl --_fY*_C2_--i_'

brackeb c fusing _!qn!age 0r _l"i_?u_ injury. [L._ ,_ II

AC power cord "-_a,

Unplug the AC power cord when moving the unit. V_

Do not move tile unit with the AC power cord I I

plugged in. It may damage the AC power cord m_d _1

result in fire or electric Shock. _5}

De n0! allo w maything te rest on or roll over the L_--4j_. . LI

power cord, mad do not place the unit where tl!e

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outdoor antenna is installed, tPllow the precautions below. An

outdoor antenna system should not be located in tile vicinity of overhead

power lines or other electric light or power citer!its, or wher _ it era1come

in conmgt with StlC!!p0wer !ines 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 madbuillrup static charges.

Secthm 810 of the National ElecTrical Code (NEC) in USA amdSection

54 of the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada provides inti_,rmation with

respect to proper grou!ading of the mast mad supporting strltcture,

grounding of the lead-in wire to maamenna discharge unit, size of

grounding conductol.'s, location of matenna disch irge unit, connection to

grounding electrodes, and requirements filr the gr _u ading elecu'ode.

Antenna Grounding According to the National

._ Antenna lead:in wire

....

_ Antenna discharge unit

,j Grounding conductors

[""_..i _ _(NEC Section 810-21)

I _ Gr°und clamps

-'-,-,,-v---_,..._ Power service grounding

e ectrode system

(NEC Art 250 Part H)

NEC: National Electrical Code

Lightning

For added protection tk,r this TV during a lighteing storm, or when it is

left unattended mad unused for long periods of time, unpltlg it fi'0m the

wall outlet and disconnect the alltenna, This will prevent damage to the

receiver due to lighnfing and power-line surges.

Service

Damage requiring service

UnplLIg tile unit h'onl the wall outlet alad refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under file tbllowing conditions:

[] When file power cord or phlg is

dmnaged or frayed

[] If liquid has been spilled rote the unit.

[] If the surface el the TV cr,cks, d_ nor Iouch it, unplug tile AE

power cord

[] If the ulait h;/s been exposed to rain el

waler

[] If the tlnit has been subjected to excessive

shock by being dropped, or *he cabinet has ¢_,_' _[17"_,

t, nd,nlaged.

[] If the unit does not operate normally when <,_,

following tile operating instructions. Adjust f-_

only those controls that are specified in me {_ - _ I _

operating instructions. Improper adjustment of "_, ';g'c

other conn'ols ma 3 result in daml,ge and will _ _

oticn require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore lhe unit to normal

operation.

[] When tile unit exhibits a distinct change in

pertbrmance, it indicates need Ior service.

Servicing

Do nor attempt !o service the uni[ yourself since

openillg file cabinet may expose you to dangerous

voltages or other hazards. RetEr all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts

Whml replac_nlent parts are required, be sure the

sciwicc technician certifies in writing that he!she has

used replacement parts specified by tile m_mufacturer _ /--'_J

that have th......... haractcristi .... the original pmls..__ _>-{_=g_Jx/J/

unouthori eds..bstitutionsres.drintire.electric

shock or other hazard-,

/gx /

Safety check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to tile unit

ask the >m-vicefec]lnicial/to perlc_rnl l_3Utille_aiery

checks InS specilied by the manufacturm m

deterlnine that the unit is in sat) operating condition.

and to so certiI}¢.Ask a qualified service technician r_

dispose of the unil,

Welcome .............................................................. 10

Package Contents .......................................... 10

Features ......................................................... 10

Installing the TV .................................................. 11

Removing the rear cover ................................ 11

Attaching the rear cover ................................. 12

Attaching the VESA adaptor (KLV-S15G10

enly) ............................................................... 13

Adjusting the Viewing Angle of the TV ........... 14

TV Controls and Connectors ............................. 15

Front and Top Panel ...................................... 15

Side Panel ...................................................... 16

Rear Panel ..................................................... 17

Making Video and Audio Connections ........... 19

Basic Connections ............................................. 20

Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna

System ........................................................... 20

Cable Box/Digital Cable Box .......................... 20

Satellite Receiver and Cable/Antenna ........... 21

HD Equipment ................................................ 23

Connecting Optional Equipment ....................... 25

VCR, Cable and Antenna ............................... 25

DVD Player .................................................... 28

Camcorder or "PlayStation". .......................... 30

Setting Up the Channel List ............................... 31

Using Initial Setup .......................................... 31

Overview of the Menus ....................................... 40

Navigating through Menus ................................. 41

Using the Video Menu ......................................... 42

Selecting Video Options ................................. 42

Using the Audio Menu ........................................ 43

Selecting Audio Options ................................. 43

Using the Channel Menu .................................... 45

Selecting Channel Options ............................. 45

Using the Parent Menu ....................................... 47

Selecting Parent Options ................................ 47

US Models: Selecting Custom Rating

Options ........................................................... 48

Viewing Blocked Programs ............................ 48

Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Rating

Options ........................................................... 49

Viewing Blocked Programs ............................ 49

Using the Setup Menu ........................................ 50

Selecting Setup Options ................................. 50

Troubleshooting .................................................. 53

Trouble Symptoms and Remedies ................. 53

Contacting Sony .................................................. 55

Specifications ...................................................... 56

Index ..................................................................... 57

Button Descriptions ........................................... 32

Programming the Remote Control .................... 34

Using Other Equipment with Your Remote

Control .......................................................... 36

Special Buttons on the Remote Control ........... 37

Using Favorite Channels ................................ 37

Using the Jump Function ............................... 38

Using the Freeze Function ............................. 38

Using the Sleep Function ............................... 39

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing this Sony LCD TV. This manual is for models

KLV-SI5GI0 and KLV-S20GI 0.

Package Contents Along with your new TV. the packaging box contains a remote control, size

AA batteries, 75-ohm coaxial cable (ferrite core attached), AC power cord,

AC power adaptor (KLV-SI5GI0 only), VESA adaptor (bracket A and B)

(KLV-SI5GI0 only), screws for bracket B (KLV-SI5GI0 only), Operating

Instructions, Quick Setup Guide, Leaflet (Installing the Wall-Mount Bracket

to the TV. KLV-S20GI0 only) and warranty card.

See page 56 for the quantity of each supplied accessory.

Features

Some of the features that you will enjoy with your new TV include:

[] CineMotion®: Provides an optimized display by automatically

detecting film content and applying a reverse 3:2 pulldown process.

Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural-looking.

[] Favorite Channels: Allows you to preview and select fiom 8 of your

favorite channels.

[] Steady Sound®: Equalizes volume levels so there is consistent output

between programs and commercials.

[] Component Video Input: Offers the best video quality for DVD (480p

and 480i), and digital set-top box (480p and 480i) connections.

[] Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block

unsuitable programming from younger viewers.

[] Caption Vision/Infn Banner: Allows Closed Caption and/or Channel

Programming Information to be displayed.

Introducing the TV

Installing the TV

Removing the rear

cover

Before connecting the TV, you need to remove the rear cover flom tile TV as

illustrated below.

KLV-S15G10

1 Hold tile stand of tile TV.

2 Pull tile rear cover down slowly, being careful not to catch your hand.

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";_°The rear cover has tabs

on the lower right and

left sides. To remove the

rear cover easily, grasp

one side and pull out

while stabilizing the

other side with your

other hand.

KLV-S20G10

1 Pull tile rear cover out fioln tile bottom.

2 Then, remove froln tile top.

_:_ Do not carrY the TV holding the rear cover only as the rear €over is

easily removed.

Introducing the TV

A ttaching the rear

cover

Ariel connecting the cables, attach the rear cover to the TV as illustrated

below,

1 Insert the two tabs of the upper side of the rear cover into the square

holes of the TV_

KLV-S15G10 KLV-S20G10

2 Push tile two tabs of tile lower side of tile rear cover into the square

holes of the TV_

KLV-S15G10 KLV-S20G10

Introducing the TV

Attaching the VESA

adaptor (KLV-

$15G10 only)

";_"Put soft clothunder the

TV soas not todamage

the LCD screen's

surface.

If screw holes are required, attach the supplied VESA adaptor (brackets A

and B) to the TV when you attach the TV to the FDMI (Flat Display Mount

Interface) of VESA.

1 Remove the four screws illustrated below and remove the TV stand.

".,.t

S'J If you put the TV and TV stand on the same level surface, it may

_j When removing the TV stand from the TV, firmly grasp the TV

stand with both hands.

2 Attach bracket A (supplied) to tile TV with four screws removed fiom

the TV stand.

Bracket A

3 Put tile tabs of bracket B (supplied) into tile square holes of bracket A.

4 Slide bracket B towards the TV to fit the tabs into tile square holes.

(Continued)

Introducing the TV

5 Screw bracket 13to bracket A with two screws (supplied),

Bracket B

Adjusting the

Vie wing Angle of the

This TV can be adjusted within tile angles shown below,

Adjust the angle back and forth

(tilt)

Adjust the angle left and right

(swivel)

Rightview Top view

10°

Front

F_ont

When adjusting the angle, hold the stand with one

hand t° avoid slipping or tipping the stand.

TV Controls and Connectors

Front and Top Panel

Introducing the TV

•POWER

[]

-TIMER

[]

[] FREEZE Press to freeze the picture. The current program appears ill the sub screen when freeze is

selected. Press again to restore the picture. You can use this feature to write down inl\_rmation

such as phone nmnbers, recipes, etc. For details, see page 38.

[] TV/VIDEO Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV's video inputs.

[] - VOLUME + Press to adjust the volume.

[] - CHANNEL + Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down either

CHANNEL.

[] POWER Press to turn oil and off the TV.

[] POWER LED Lights up in green when the TV is turned oil. The LED does not light up when the main power

is turned off.

[] TIMER LED When lit, indicates the Sleep timer is set. For details, see page 39. If the LED blinks in red

continuously, this may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see "Contacting Sony" on

page 2).

[] (IR) Infrared Receives IR signals from the remote control.

Receiver

_ The CHANNEL ÷ button has a tactile doL Use the tactile dot as a reference

when operating the TV.

Introducing the TV

Side Panel

KLV-S15G10

Left side

KLV-S20G10

VUDE02

SVUDE0

VUDEO

bAUDIO

(MONO)

R-AUDD

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[] VIDEO 2 IN Connects to the S VIDEO output.jack on your camcorder or other video equipment that has

S VIDEO S VIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite video ([_]).

[] VIDEO 2 IN Connect to the composite video and audio output jacks on your camcorder or other video

VlDEO/ equipment.

AUDIO L

(MONO)/

AUDIO R

[] Headphones Connects to your headphones. If your headphones do not match the jack, use a suitable ping

jack adaptor (not supplied).

Introducing the TV

Rear Panel

KLV-S15G10

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PB D

@ r@

Y AUDIO L

@ L@

6Au_

SVIDEO (MONO)

VIDEO@

KLV-S2OGIO

AC IN

(Contin_ted)

Introducing the TV

[] DC IN Connects the supplied AC power adaptor.

(KLV-S15G10)

[] VIDEO 3 IN Connect to your DVD player's or digital set-top box's COlnponent video (YPI3PP.) and audio

(KLV-S15G10)/ (L/R) jacks. Component video provides better picture quality than the S VIDEO ([_) or the

VIDEO 4 IN composite video ([_) connections.

(KLV-S20G10)

(480p/480i)/

L-AUDIO-R

[] VIDEO1 IN/ Connects to the S VIDEO output jack of your VCR or other video equipn_ent that has

S VIDEO S VIDEO. S VIDEO provides better picture quality than the composite video ([_l).

[] VIDEO 1 IN/ Connect to the composite video and audio output.jacks on your VCR or other video

VIDEO 3 IN component. The other composite video and audio (VIDEO 2) is located on the left side panel

(KLV-S20G 10) of the TV.

VIDEO/

L(MONO)-

AUDIO-R

[] AUDIO OUT Connect to the left and right audio input jacks of your audio or video equipmeut. You can use

(UR) these outputs to listen to your TV's audio through ":,,our stereo system.

[] VHF/UHF RF input that connects to your VHF/UHF antenna.

[] AC IN Connects the supplied AC power cord.

(KLV-S20G10)

To display clear crisp pictures, first you must connect your TV correctly and

also need to choose tile correct display format (see "16:9 Enhanced" in

"Using the Setup Menu" on page 52). It is strongly recommended to connect

tile antenna using tile supplied 75-ohm coaxial cable to receive optimum

picture quality signal. A 300-ohm twin lead cable can be easily affected by _"

radio noise and the like, resulting in signal deterioration. If you use a 300- .._

ohm twin lead cable, keep it as far away as possible from the TV.

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Making Video and

Audio Connections

Best Video

Performance

Your TV includes several types of video inputs. When connecting your TV,

use the inputs that are available on your devices that provide the best video

pedormance, as described below.

Yes

• ©

SWDEO@ S VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

.....@ Composite video

RF/Coaxial No

,__j When you connect video equipment to boththe VIDEO and the S

VIDEO input jacks, make sure Auto YC in the Setup menu isset to

Onto view the S VIDEO input (see page 52).

Connecting the TV

Basic Connections

Cable System or

VHF/UHF Antenna

System

Cable or VHF only or VHF/UHF

75-ohm coaxial

cable __ Rearof TV

VHF/UHF jack

From the Channel menu, select Cable On or Cable Off t_r your type of

input signal.

:__j Two ferrite cores are factory attached to the supplied 75-ohm

coaxial cable. Do not detach the ferrite core from the coaxial

cable.

Cable Box/Digital

Cable Box

'_" The supplied remote

control can be

programmed to operate

your cable box (see

"Programming the

Remote Control" on

page 34).

"_"To change channels

using the cable box, set

your TV to channel 3 or

4 depending on the

cable box channel

output.

"_°If you will be controlling

all channel selection

through your cable box,

consider using the

Channel Fix feature to

set your TV to channel 3

or 4 (see page 45).

Use this hookup if:

[] You subscribe to a cable TV system that uses scrambled or encoded

signals requiring a cable box to view all channels, and

[] You do not intend to hook up any other audio or video equipment to

your TV.

1 Connect the coaxial connector from your cable service to the cable

box's IN jack.

2 Using the supplied 75-ohm coaxial cable, connect the cable box's OUT

jack to the TV's VHF/UHF jack.

7S-ohm coaxial

Cable cable

.ILT-' V.FJURFjack

1 2

IN _ OUT

jack jack

Cable box

Also, set Cable to On in the Channel menu (see page 45).

Notes on Using This Connection

Use the cable box/digital cable Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to and tben use the cable box to

box switch channels.

sd up the re_k,te control k, Pro_r_ii_ Rei_o_eCd_troP on pa_e_1..............

operatethe cable box/digital cable

box

Activate the remote control to Press SAT/CABLE (FUNCTION).

operate the cable box/digital cable

box

controi cabie boxMi_itai cabie on page 361....

box functions with tl_'eremote "

control

Prevent the accidental switching When using the cable box, you need the TV to stay on the channel the cable box is set

of TV channels to. You can use the TV's Channel Fix feature to lock in a specific channel. For

details, see "Using the Channel Menu" on page 45.

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