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- Page 1 Trinitron Color TV Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. ############ KV-EF34 ©1998 by Sony Corporation 3-864-789-11 (3)
- Page 2 WARNING • Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV. • Operate the TV only between 110 – 240 V AC. Do not open the cabinet or the rear cover of the TV. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents WARNING Using Your New TV Getting Started ... 4 Step 1: Connect the antenna ... 4 Step 2: Insert the batteries into the remote ... 5 Step 3: Preset the channels automatically ... 5 Connecting optional components ... 6 Securing the TV ... -
Page 4: Using Your New Tv
Using Your New TV Getting Started Step 1 Connect the antenna If you wish to connect a VCR, see the “Connecting a VCR” diagram below. Antenna cable (not supplied) IEC connector (not supplied) Antenna cable (not supplied) CAUTION Do not connect the power cord until all other connections are complete; otherwise, a minimal current leakage through the antenna and/or other terminals to the ground could occur. -
Page 5: Step 2: Insert The Batteries Into The Remote
Notes • If you connect a monaural VCR, connect the yellow plug to yellow jack) and the black plug to • If you connect a VCR to the ˘ (antenna) terminal, preset the signal output from the VCR to the program number 0 on the TV. •... -
Page 6: Connecting Optional Components
Connecting optional components You can connect optional audio/video components, such as a VCR, multi disc player, camcorder, video game, or stereo system. For operations of the connected equipment, see pages 10 and 25. Connecting a camcorder/video game equipment using the … (video input) jacks Front of TV (S video input) -
Page 7: Connecting A Dvd Player
Connecting a DVD player Connect … 1, 2, or 3 (video input) / LINE OUT on your DVD player. DVD player LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L VIDEO Audio/Video cable (not supplied) Connecting a DVD player with component video output connectors 1 Connect R and L under AUDIO R and L output connectors on your DVD player. -
Page 8: Securing The Tv
Securing the TV To prevent the TV from falling, secure the TV using one of the following methods: With the supplied screws, attach the stabilizer band to the TV stand and to the rear of the TV using the provided hole. Pass a cord or chain through the clamps and secure them to the rear of the TV and a wall or pillar. -
Page 9: Watching The Tv
Watching the TV This section explains various functions and operations used while watching the TV. Most operations can be done using the remote. Press U to turn on the TV. When the TV is in standby mode (the u/Â/ indicator on the TV is lit red), press u on the remote or on the TV. - Page 10 Watching the TV (continued) Additional tasks Turn off temporarily Turn off completely Adjust the volume Mute the sound Watch the video input (VCR, camcorder, etc.) Jump back to the previous channel Display the on-screen information* * The picture, sound, and either the program number or video mode are displayed.
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Page 11: Changing The Menu Language
Changing the menu language You can change the menu language as well as the on-screen language. For details on how to use the menu, see “Introducing the menu system” on page 27. Press MENU. Press V or v to select then press ENTER. -
Page 12: Selecting The Picture Mode
Watching the TV (continued) Selecting the picture mode Press PIC MODE repeatedly until the desired picture mode is selected. Select DYNAMIC receive high contrast pictures. STANDARD receive normal contrast pictures. SOFT receive mild contrast pictures. PERSONAL receive the last adjusted picture setting from the ADJUST option in the A/V CONTROL menu (see page 29). -
Page 13: Setting The Sleep Timer
Setting the Wake Up timer Press until the desired period of time appears. Select the TV channel or video mode you want to wake up to. Press u, or set the Sleep timer if you want the TV to turn off automatically. The u/Â/ indicator on the TV lights up orange. -
Page 14: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations Viewing your favorite channels —FAVORITE CHANNEL You can display seven “FAVORITE” channels for quick and easy selection. The last seven channels selected with the number buttons are displayed in AUTO mode. You can set up your own “FAVORITE” channels in MANUAL mode (see “Changing the favorite channel setting”... -
Page 15: Watching Two Programs At The Same
Watching two programs at the same time —PIP, TWIN With the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) or TWIN pictures features, you can display a different TV program or video within or beside the main picture. Displaying the PIP screen Press Displaying TWIN pictures Press To return to the normal screen Press... - Page 16 Watching two programs at the same time—PIP, TWIN (continued) Additional PIP/TWIN pictures tasks change a TV program in the PIP screen or in the right TWIN picture swap pictures between the main and PIP screens freeze the PIP screen swap the right and left pictures of the TWIN pictures change the screen size of the TWIN pictures...
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Page 17: Displaying Multiple Programs
Displaying multiple programs —PROGRAM INDEX The PROGRAM INDEX feature displays all of the preset TV programs and the video inputs on twelve or seven sub screens for direct selection. Press PROGR INDEX. The first twelve preset programs appear one by one, clockwise from the upper left corner. - Page 18 Displaying multiple programs—PROGRAM INDEX (continued) To view the next or the previous twelve preset programs This works only when the number of the preset TV programs is more than twelve. Press PROGR +/– on the remote or the TV. To select the desired program directly from the sub screens 1 Press either V, b , v, or B to move the frame to the screen of the program you want to watch.
- Page 19 To return to the normal screen Press PROGR INDEX again, or: 1 Select “PROGR INDEX” from the MULTI PICTURE menu. 2 Press ENTER. • You can also display multiple programs using the menu (see “Changing the MULTI PICTURE setting” on page 31). Note •...
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Page 20: Listening With Surround Sound
Listening with surround sound The surround feature enables you to enjoy the sound effects of a concert hall or movie theater. Press SURROUND repeatedly until you receive the desired surround sound. Select a VIRTUAL TruSurround SIMULATED • The Virtual Dolby Surround of this model consists of Dolby Pro Logic and TruSurround. -
Page 21: Selecting A Stereo Or Bilingual Program
Selecting a stereo or bilingual program You can enjoy stereo sound or bilingual programs of NICAM and A2 (German) stereo systems. Press A/B repeatedly until you receive the sound mode you want. The on-screen display changes to show the selected sound mode and the u/Â/ indicator on the TV lights up red. - Page 22 Selecting a stereo or bilingual program (continued) When receiving an A2 (German) program Broadcasting A2 (German) stereo A2 (German) bilingual Receiving area for NICAM and A2 (German) programs System NICAM A2 (German) Notes • If the signal is very weak, the sound becomes monaural automatically. •...
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Page 23: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext Some TV stations broadcast an information service called Teletext which allows you to receive various information, such as stock market reports and news. Displaying Teletext Select a TV channel that carries the Teletext broadcast you want to watch. Press to display the text. - Page 24 Viewing Teletext (continued) Additional Teletext tasks display a Teletext page on the TV picture check the contents of a Teletext service select a Teletext page hold (pause) a Teletext page (stop the page from scrolling) reveal concealed information (e.g., an answer to a quiz) enlarge the Teletext display stand by for a Teletext page while watching a TV program...
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Page 25: Operating Optional Components
Operating optional components You can use the supplied remote to operate Sony video equipment such as Beta, 8mm, VHS, MDP, CD, or DVD. Setting up the remote to work with other connected equipment While holding down VIDEO u, press the... - Page 26 Operating optional components (continued) Operating a VCR using the remote turn on/off record play stop fast forward ()) rewind the tape (0) pause search the picture forward ()) or backward (0) Operating a DVD player using the remote turn on/off play stop pause...
- Page 27 TV SYS COL SYS * The BBE is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license from BBE Sound, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent No. 4,638,258 and No. 4,482,866. The word “BBE” and the BBE symbol are the trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
- Page 28 Introducing the menu system (continued) How to use the menu JUMP MENU PIP PROGR ZOOM ZOOM ENTER LEFT RIGHT PROGR FAVORITE INDEX PIP PROGR SOUND SURROUND MODE PROGR VIDEO TITLE Other menu operations Adjust the setting value Move to the next/previous menu level Cancel the menu Tips •...
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Page 29: Changing The A/V Control Setting
Changing the A/V CONTROL setting The A/V CONTROL menu allows you to adjust the picture and sound settings. Press MENU. Press V or v to select , then press ENTER. Press V or v to select either PICTURE MODE, SOUND MODE, or SURROUND, then press ENTER. - Page 30 Changing the A/V CONTROL setting (continued) Adjusting the ADJUST options under PICTURE MODE Press V or v to select the desired item (e.g., COLOR), then press ENTER. Adjust the value according to the following table, then press ENTER. Press v/B to PICTURE decrease picture contrast COLOR...
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Page 31: Changing The Multi Picture Setting
Changing the MULTI PICTURE setting The MULTI PICTURE menu allows you to use the Picture-in-Picture (PIP), TWIN pictures, or PROGRAM INDEX features. Press MENU. Press V or v to select then press ENTER. PIC MODE JUMP PIP PROGR ZOOM ENTER LEFT FAVORITE PIP PROGR... - Page 32 Changing the MULTI PICTURE setting (continued) Changing the MULTI PICTURE setting (continued) Press V or v to select the desired option (see the table below), then press ENTER. Select PIP POSITION SWAP TWIN PROGRAM INDEX To return to the normal screen Press MENU.
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Page 33: Changing The Set Up Setting
Changing the SET UP setting The SET UP menu allows you to: change the menu language (see page 11), block channels, adjust the picture position, program your favorite channels, and adjust the volume automatically. Press MENU. Press V or v to select then press ENTER. - Page 34 Changing the SET UP setting (continued) Blocking the channels (CHILD LOCK) After selecting CHILD LOCK, press either V or v, or the number buttons (or PROGR +/–) to select the desired channel, then press ENTER. Press V or v to select ON, then press ENTER.
- Page 35 Changing the favorite channel setting After selecting FAVORITE CH, make sure MODE is selected, then press ENTER. Press V or v to select MANUAL, then press ENTER. Press V or v to select the program you want to change, then press ENTER. Press V or v to change the number, then press ENTER.
- Page 36 Changing the CH. PRESET setting The CH. PRESET menu allows you to adjust the setup of your TV. For example, you can manually tune in a channel with a weak signal that fails to be tuned in by automatic presetting. Press MENU.
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Page 37: Presetting Channels Manually
Presetting channels manually After selecting MANUAL PROGRAM, select the program number to which you want to preset a channel. (1) Make sure “PR” is selected, then press ENTER. (2) Press V or v until the program number you want to preset (e.g., program number 10) appears on the menu, then press ENTER. - Page 38 Changing the CH. PRESET setting (continued) If you are not satisfied with the picture and sound quality, you may be able to improve them by using the FINE tuning feature. (1) Press V or v to select FINE, then press ENTER.
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Page 39: Additional Information
Additional Information Troubleshooting If you have any problem while viewing your TV, please check the following troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, contact your Sony dealer. Symptom Snowy picture • Check the antenna cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and at the wall. (page 4) •... - Page 40 Dotted lines or stripes • Do not use a hair dryer or other equipment near the TV. • Adjust the antenna direction for minimum interference. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Double images or • Use a highly directional antenna.
- Page 41 Stereo broadcast sound on the TV, VCR, and on the wall. switches on and off or is distorted. • Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. • Press A/B heard. (page 21) The sound switches between stereo and monaural frequently.
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Page 42: Troubleshooting Shortcuts
Troubleshooting shortcuts For better viewing, check the following connections. Antenna connection Wall antenna terminal Check the antenna type. Wrong type of antenna may cause: • No picture • Snowy picture Additional Information Check the antenna direction. Incorrect antenna direction may cause: •... - Page 43 • Double image • Missing picture Teletext characters P166 SECTEXT FR1 MAR Fom Singapore Dep/Arr Flight To PARIS 220/0588 SQ28 2130/1225 PA115 2115/1330 SQ26 To OSAKA 1000/1715 0930/2015 CX522 To ROMA 2130/0745 SQ24 2300/0915 AZ487 To SYDNEY 2210/0610 SQ21A 2100/0835 SQ21A Connection to TV...
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Page 44: Self-Diagnosis Function
Count the number of times the u/Â/ Press U (main power) to turn off your TV. Inform your nearest Sony service center about the number of times the u/Â/ indicator flashed. Be sure to note the model name and serial number located on the rear of your TV. -
Page 45: Identifying Parts And Controls
Identifying parts and controls Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses ( ) for details. Front panel 1 … (TV/video) button (10) 2 Á +/– (volume) buttons (10) 3 PROGR +/– (program) buttons (9) 4 u (power) button (9) 5 2 (headphones) jack 6 ENTER button (28) 7 MENU +/–... -
Page 46: Remote Control
Identifying parts and controls (continued) Remote control PIC MODE JUMP MENU PIP PROGR ZOOM ZOOM ENTER LEFT RIGHT PROGR FAVORITE INDEX PIP PROGR SOUND SURROUND MODE PROGR VIDEO TITLE 1 u (power) button (9) 2 … (video) button (10) 3 ; (TV) button (10) 4 Number buttons (9) 5 TWIN pictures operation buttons (15 –... - Page 47 PIC MODE JUMP MENU PIP PROGR ZOOM ZOOM ENTER LEFT RIGHT PROGR FAVORITE INDEX PIP PROGR SOUND SURROUND MODE PROGR VIDEO TITLE !£ Teletext operation buttons (23– 24) (text) (enlarge) (reveal) (hold) Green Yellow Blue (index) (text clear) !¢ FAVORITE button (14) V/b/v/B/ENTER PIC MODE JUMP...
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Page 48: Specifications
Tube size (cm) Screen size (cm) Dimensions (w/h/d, mm) Mass (kg) * 10% distortion Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony Corporation Additional Information Tokyo, Japan KV-EF34M61 110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Indicated on the rear of the TV B/G, I, D/K, M PAL, PAL 60, SECAM, NTSC4.43, NTSC3.58...