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Trinitron Color TV
®

Operating Instructions

KV-27FS13
KV-27FS17
KV-27FV17
KV-32FS13
KV-32FS17

User Guide

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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 product’s 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 installer’s 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 with an
extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully
inserted to prevent blade exposure.

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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.

Owner’s 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
models meet the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP 4638258.4482866. BBE and BBE symbol are trademarks of
BBE Sound, Inc.

KV-27FV17 only
( )® SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM)
The ( ) SRS (SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM) is manufactured by Sony Corporation under license
from SRS Labs, Inc. It is covered by U.S. Patent No. 4,748,669. Other U.S. and foreing patents pending.
The word ‘SRS’ and the SRS symbol ( ) are registered trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.

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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
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.

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:

For the set with a polarized AC power
cord plug
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 groundingtype 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.

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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.

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.

Do not place any objects, especially heavy
objects, on top of the set. The object may
fall from the set, causing injury.

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
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

Attachments

Water and Moisture

Do not use attachments not recommended
by the manufacturer, as they may cause
hazards.

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.

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.

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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 block the slots and openings
by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug
or other similar surface.

•

Never place the set in a confined
space, such as a bookcase, or built-in
cabinet, unless proper ventilation is
provided.

•

Do not place the set near or over a
radiator or heat register, or where it
is exposed to direct sunlight.

Disconnect all cables and cords from the
set before attempting to move the set.

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
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.

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.

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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

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ARTICLE 250, PART H)

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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Service
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
•
When the power cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.

•

When the set exhibits a distinct
change in performance — this
indicates a need for service.

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.

If liquid has been spilled into the
set.

Replacement Parts

•

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.

•

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.

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.

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.

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Contents
Introduction
Trinitron ® Color TV Features ............................ 1
Batteries for the Remote Control....................... 2
About this Manual .............................................. 2

Connecting Your TV
Basic Connections................................................ 3
Cable Box Connections ....................................... 4
Connecting Additional Equipment .................. 6

Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions
Using the Remote Control................................ 15
Setting Up the TV Automatically.................... 17
Using Picture in Picture (PIP).......................... 18
Quick Start to the Menus.................................. 20

Using the Menus
Using the Video
Menu............................... 23
Using the Audio
Menu............................... 24
Using the Channel Setup
Menu ................ 26
Parental Control................................................. 28
Using the Parental Control
Menu ............ 31
Using the Timer
Menu ................................ 34
Using the Setup
menu ................................ 35
Using the Basic
Menu ................................. 36

Other Information
Programming the Remote Control ................. 37
Troubleshooting ................................................ 41
Specifications...................................................... 44

Index.......................................................................... 46

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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.
Picture in Picture (PIP) — Allows you to view two channels
simultaneously (KV-27FV17, KV-27FS17, KV-32FS17 only).
Universal Remote Control — Program your remote control to operate
your connected cable box, VCR, digital satellite receiver, or DVD
player.
Energy Star ® — A recognized symbol of energy efficiency.
S VIDEO — A video input that offers enhanced picture quality.
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.
Trilingual Menus — Choose between English, French, or Spanish
menus.
Front Panel Controls — Allows for access to the on-screen menus
without the use of a remote control.
Front A/V inputs — A quick connection for video games, camcorders,
or stereo/mono equipment.

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.

Your remote control can be programmed to operate most video equipment,
(see page 37).

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 you are 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-27FS13,
KV-27FS17, KV-32FS13, and KV-32FS17. The rear panel shown on page 13 is
for KV-27FV17. Your front and rear panels may not look exactly like those
illustrated.

Connecting Your TV

Connecting Your TV
Read this chapter 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.

Operating Instructions

Cable Box Connections
Some cable TV systems use scrambled or encoded signals that require a
cable box to view all channels. If you subscribe to that kind of cable
service, use this connection. Scrambled signals coming in to the TV
through the cable box cannot be viewed in PIP. If some of your channels
are scrambled, consider using the Cable Box and Cable connection (see
page 5).

Cable Box and TV
Cable Box
1

Rear of TV
From
cable

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 your 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 27).

Connecting Your TV

Cable Box and Cable
Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles
some channels (pay channels), but not all of them. This set up allows you
to use the remote control to:
a) change channels through your cable box when you are receiving a

scrambled signal, and
b) change channels through your TV.

This connection also allows you to use the PIP feature when you are
viewing unscrambled channels coming directly into your TV from your
cable. Scrambled signals coming through the cable box cannot be viewed
in PIP. For more information on the PIP feature, see page 18.
Cable Box
Rear of TV
3
2

Coaxial Cable
75-ohm coaxial cable

1
CATV cable (unscrambled Channels)

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable service to the VHF/UHF
jack on your TV.

Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the IN jack on your
cable box to the TO CONVERTER jack on your TV.

Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your
cable box to the AUX jack on your TV.

Pressing the
button on the remote control switches between the cable
box and direct cable inputs.
Your Sony remote control can be programmed to operate your cable box,
(see page 37).
To use the cable box to change your channels, set your TV to channel 3 or 4.
Setting the Channel Fix feature will assure you don’t accidentally switch the
channels using your TV, (see page 27).

Operating Instructions

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TV and VCR
Rear of TV

VCR

Video (yellow)
Audio L (white)
Audio R (red)

1
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).

Connect the coaxial cable from your TV antenna or cable service 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 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.

For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video
cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound; the audio cables must still be
connected.
You can use the
inputs.

button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO

Connecting Your TV

TV, VCR, and Cable Box
Use this connection if you subscribe to a cable system that scrambles
some channels (pay channels), but not all of them. This set up allows you
to use the remote control to:
a) change channels through your cable box or VCR when you are

receiving a scrambled signal, and
b) change channels through your TV.

VCR

Video (yellow)
Audio L (white)
Audio R (red)

3
1 Splitter

Cable Box
Optional connection

Cable

Connect the single input jack of the splitter to your incoming cable
connection.

Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the two output jacks of
the splitter to:
a) the IN jack on your cable box, and
b) the VHF/UHF jack on the TV.

Using a coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the OUT jack on your
cable box to the IN jack on your VCR.
(continued)

Operating Instructions

If you will be controlling all channel selections through your cable box, you
should consider using the Channel Fix feature by setting your TV to channel 3
or 4, (see page 27).

For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video
cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound; the audio cables must still be connected.
You can use the
inputs.

button to switch between the VHF/UHF and VIDEO

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TV and Satellite Receiver
Rear of TV
2
From
cable/
antenna

Satellite Receiver
1
Video (yellow)
Audio L (white)
Audio R (red)

Satellite
antenna
cable

Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on
your satellite receiver.

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable 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.

For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video
cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound; the audio cables must still be connected.
You can use the
receiver inputs.

button to switch between the VHF/UHF and satellite

Operating Instructions

TV, Satellite Receiver, and VCR
Satellite
antenna
cable

From
cable/
antenna

Rear of TV

VCR
2

Satellite Receiver
3

Video (yellow)
Audio L (white)
Audio R (red)

Connect the cable from your satellite antenna to SATELLITE IN on
your satellite receiver.

Connect the coaxial cable from your cable 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.

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
on the remote
control.

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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

A/V output

Audio R (red)
Audio L (white)
Video (yellow)

If you have an S VIDEO equipped camcorder, you can use an S VIDEO cable
for optimum picture quality (KV-27FV17 only).

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 (white)
Audio R (red)

For optimum picture quality, use S VIDEO instead of the yellow Audio/ Video
cable. S VIDEO does not provide sound, the audio cables must still be connected.

Operating Instructions

Connecting an Audio System
Using Audio cables (not supplied), connect AUDIO OUT on your TV to
one of the unused line inputs (e.g. TV, AUX, TAPE2) on your stereo.
Rear of TV

AUDIO-L (white)

AUDIO-R (red)

Line
input

Set your stereo to the selected line input. See page 24 for additional audio
setup instructions.

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Connecting Two VCRs for Tape Editing
KV-27FV17 only
You can connect two VCRs togethers to edit video tapes. You can also
connect both VCRs to your TV to view the program being recorded.
Rear of TV (KV-27FV17 only)

VCR (for playback)
1

Video (yellow)
Audio L (white)
Audio R (red)

VCR (for recording)
2

Using an Audio/Video cable (not supplied), connect AUDIO and
VIDEO OUT on your first VCR to AUDIO and VIDEO IN on your
TV.

Using Audio/Video cable (not supplied), connect AUDIO and
VIDEO IN on the second VCR to the MONITOR AUDIO and VIDEO
OUT on your TV.

To perform tape editing, set the TV to the video input intended for playback
by pressing
.

Operating Instructions

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.

3
4

qf
qg
qh
qj

5
6

qk
7
8

ql
/

w;
9

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 SYSTEM OFF

Powers off all Sony equipment at once, (may not
work with older equipment).

3 TV/VCR

Press when you are finished using a VCR and you
want to switch to the TV input. Your VCR power
will remain on.

4 ANT (antenna)

Press to change the VHF/UHF input to the AUX
input (KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, KV-32FS17 only).

5 PICTURE MODE

Cycles through the available Video Mode settings.

6 SLEEP

Turns the TV off automatically in approximately
15, 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Cancel by
pressing until SLEEP OFF appears.

7 JUMP

Alternates between the last two channels selected
with the 0 9 buttons.

Cycles through available Steady Sound settings,
(see page 24).

9 RESET

Press to return to factory settings while in an onscreen menu.

0 VOL (volume)

Press when you want to adjust the volume.

qa CODE SET

Use to program your remote control to operate
connected video equipment, (see page 37).

qs POWER

Press when you want to turn connected
equipment on and off.

qd FUNCTION

Press when you want to control connected
equipment with your remote control.

qf Picture in Picture
(PIP)

Operates PIP feature. To use the PIP feature, see
page 18.

qg TV/VIDEO

Cycles through available video inputs.

qh DISPLAY

Press once to show current time, (if set) and
channel number. Press again to turn DISPLAY off.

The remote control shown on page 14 (RM-Y181) is for KV-27FS17,
KV-27FV17, and KV-32FS17. Your remote control may not look like the one
illustrated.
(continued)

Operating Instructions

qj MTS/SAP

Cycles through the Multi-channel TV Sound
(MTS) options: Stereo, Mono, and Auto-SAP
(Second Audio Programming).

Change channels directly, and enter numerical
values in on-screen displays.

and ENTER

ql GUIDE

Brings up the custom guide of your satellite
receiver.

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.

wa MENU

Displays the on-screen menu. Press again to exit
the menu at any time.

ws CH (channel)

Press when you want to change channels.

For information on Picture in Picture (PIP) operation buttons, see page 18.
If you lose your remote control, see page 43.

Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions

Setting Up the TV Automatically
After you have finished connecting your TV, you can perform
Auto Program to set up your channels.

Press

to turn on the TV. The Initial Setup screen appears.

Auto Setup
Auto Program: [CH+]
Exit:
[CH-]
First please connect
cable/antenna

2
3

Press the TV FUNCTION button.
Press
on the remote control or in the TV front panel to perform
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

1
2
3
4

Press

Press f to highlight Auto Program. Press

Press g to highlight Channel Setup menu (
Press f to highlight Cable. Press

to select.

Press F or to select ON or OFF according to how you connected
your TV. Press
.

After performing Auto Program, press

to search for channels.

to exit.

Operating Instructions

Using Picture in Picture (PIP)
The Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature allows you to view two channels
simultaneously, one in the full size “main” picture and one in a small
“window” picture.
Indicates which
channel is currently
receiving sound
Main
picture

Channel number of
the main picture
Channel number
of the window
picture
Window
picture

Dual Tuner PIP
KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, KV-32FS17 only
These models are equipped with dual tuners. This means that PIP is
“ready to use.”
Press to turn the PIP feature on and off. Press repeatedly to change
the size of the window picture and to turn off the PIP feature.
Press repeatedly to cycle through available video inputs on the
video equipment you have connected to the TV.
Press to alternate sound between the main picture and the
window picture. The sound symbol appears for 3 seconds,
indicating whether you are hearing the sound from the main or
picture window.
Press to change the channel in the window picture. To change the
channel in the main window, use the main CH+/- buttons at the
bottom of the remote control.
Press to move the location of the window picture among the four
corners of the screen.
Press to freeze the window picture. Press again to restore the
picture.
Press to switch the main picture with the window picture. Press
again to switch them back.

The AUX input cannot be viewed in the window picture.
For more information about your remote control, see page 15.

Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions

To use PIP

Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote to view a working
channel.

2
3

Press the

button and the window picture appears.

Use the yellow labeled buttons on your remote control to control the
PIP features. See page 18 for descriptions on the PIP control buttons.

To check your PIP

Press the TV FUNCTION button on your remote to view a working
channel.

Press the
button and select that same channel again. You should
now have the same program playing in both your main window and
your picture window.

3
4

Use the yellow CH+/- to change the channel in the picture window.

Press the
button to switch to other video inputs for other
equipment that is connected to any of the VIDEO IN jacks at the back
of your TV. You should see a different picture in your PIP window for
each connected video equipment component. Make sure the
connected equipment is turned on and working when you perform
this test.

If the PIP feature does not work properly with the TV or the
connected video equipment component, refer to the Troubleshooting
section on pages 42-43 for possible solutions.

Now use the main CH+/- on the bottom of your remote control to
change the channel in the main window.

Any video equipment you have connected to the AUX input cannot be viewed
in the PIP window.
If you’re viewing all channels through a cable box, the PIP feature will not
work. The cable box only unscrambles one signal at a time, so the window
picture will be the same as the main picture. However, you can watch a cable
channel and another video source. Make sure your DVD, VCR, or satellite
receiver is connected to the VIDEO IN jacks on the back of the TV, not the
AUX input.

Operating Instructions

Quick Start to the Menus
The following settings are available in your on-screen menus:
Menu
Video

Allows you to
Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

Setup

Basic

Make adjustments to your picture
settings.

Mode: Vivid
Picture
Brightness
Color
Hue
Sharpness
Color Temp: Cool
VM: High
Move
Video

Select
Audio

Channel Parent

End
Timer

Setup

Basic

Change your audio settings.

Treble
Bass
Balance
Steady Sound: ON
Effect: OFF
MTS: Stereo
Speaker: ON
Audio Out: Variable
Move
Video

Select
Audio

Channel Parent

End
Timer

Setup

Basic

Customize your channel settings.

Favorite Channel
Cable: ON
Channel Fix: OFF
Auto Program
Channel Skip/Add
Channel Label

Move

Select

End

The menus illustrated in this manuals are for KV-27FV17. Your menus may not
look like those illustrated.

Using the Remote Control and Basic Functions

Menu
Video

Allows you to
Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

Setup

Basic

Set rating limits on your TV based
on a program’s rating or content.

Password:
____

Move
Video

Select
Audio

Channel Parent

End
Timer

Setup

Basic

Timer 1: Set
Timer 2: Set
Current Time
Daylight Saving: OFF

--Move
Video

Select
Audio

Channel Parent

--:--AM
End

Timer

Setup

Basic

Caption Vision: OFF
Video Label
Tilt Correction: 0
Language: English
16:9 Enhanced: OFF
Demo

Move
Video

Select
Audio

Channel Parent

End
Timer

Set the clock on your TV and
program scheduled viewing using
Timer 1 and Timer 2.

Setup

Program your channels, label
video inputs, select menu
languages, or run a demo of the
menus.

Basic

Set basic settings for your TV.

Press
to enter
Basic Menu

Move

Select

End

Operating Instructions

Using the Menus
This section shows the options available for setting up and adjusting
your TV.

To access a menu

Press

to display the on-screen menu.

Use G or g to highlight the desired menu, then press
Use the F or

1
2
3
4
5

buttons to highlight the desired option, then press

Press

to complete the adjustment.

Press

to exit the menu.

Using the Menus

Using the Video

To access the Video menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

Video

To select

To highlight

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

Setup

Basic

Mode: Vivid
Picture
Brightness
Color
Hue
Sharpness
Color Temp: Cool
VM: High
Move

Mode
Customized
picture viewing

Press

Select

End

Vivid: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness.
Standard: Select for a standard picture.
Sports: Select for a bright picture.
Movie: Select for a finely detailed picture.
for direct Mode settings (Vivid, Standard, Sports, Movie).

Picture
Picture contrast

Press G to decrease picture contrast.
Press g to increase picture contrast.

Brightness
Picture
adjustment

Press G to darken the picture.
Press g to brighten the picture.

Color
Color saturation

Press G to decrease color saturation.
Press g to increase color saturation.

Hue
Color tones

Press G to increase the red tones.
Press g to increase the green tones.

Sharpness
Picture detail

Press G to soften the picture.
Press g to sharpen the picture.

Color Temp
White intensity
adjustment

Cool: Gives the white colors a blue tint.
Neutral: Gives the white colors a neutral tint.
Warm: Gives the white colors a red tint.

VM
Velocity
Modulation

Sharpens picture definition to give objects a sharp, clean
edge. Select from one of the following options: High, Low,
OFF.

Operating Instructions

Using the Audio

To access the Audio menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

Video

To highlight

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

To select

Setup

Basic

Treble
Bass
Balance
Steady Sound: ON
Effect: OFF
MTS: Stereo
Speaker: ON
Audio Out: Variable
Move

Select

End

Treble

Press G to decrease the higher pitched sound.
Press g to increase the higher pitched sound.

Bass

Press G to decrease the lower pitched sound.
Press g to increase the lower pitched sound.

Balance

Press G to emphasize the left speaker sound.
Press g to emphasize the right speaker sound.

Steady Sound
Stabilizes volume

KV-27FV17 only
Press F or to select one of the following options:
ON: Select to stabilize the volume when changing
channels.
OFF: Select to turn Steady Sound off.

for a direct selection of Steady Sound settings.

Effect

Press

Press F or to select one of the following options:
OFF: Normal stereo or mono reception.
SRS: Produces a dynamic three-dimensional sound for
stereo audio signals (KV-27FV17 only).
Simulated: Add a surround-like effect to mono programs
(KV-27FV17 only).
Surround: Simulates theater quality sound for stereo
programs (KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17, KV-32FS13, KV-32FS17
only).

Using the Menus

MTS
Multi-Channel
sound

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 switch 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 settings to Stereo or
Mono.
Press

for direct MTS settings (Stereo, Mono, Auto-SAP).

Speaker
Custom selection
of audio output
source

ON: Select to listen to the sound from the TV speakers with
or without a separate stereo system.
OFF: Select to turn off the TV speakers and listen to the
TV’s sound only through external audio system speakers.

Audio Out
Use to control the
TV’s volume
through a stereo

Use Audio Out only when you have an external audio
system connected to your TV.
Variable: Adjust the volume through your TV.
Fixed: Adjust the TV volume through a connected stereo.

Audio Out can only be set when Speaker is set to OFF.

Operating Instructions

Using the Channel Setup

To access the Channel Setup menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

To select

To highlight

Video

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

Setup

Basic

Favorite Channel
Cable: ON
Channel Fix: OFF
Auto Program
Channel Skip/Add
Channel Label

Move

End

With the Favorite Channel menu open:
1 Press
to select.
2 Use the F or buttons to select Auto or Manual.
When Auto is selected, the last seven channels
accessed by the 0 9 buttons will appear.
3 When in Manual, press G then to select the position
(1-7) where you want to set a favorite channel. Then
press
.
4 Using the F or buttons, select the desired channel.
5 Press
to change to the channel entered. Press

Favorite
Channel
Quick access
to favorite
channels

Select

Cable

To use Favorite Channel: Exit all menus and press
. Press
the cursor to the desired channel number and press
.

to exit.
or F to move

After you close the menu, the PIP window picture appears so you can preview
the favorite channel (KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17, KV-32FS17 only).
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.

Using the Menus

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 box’s or VCR’s remote
control for channel selection.
Video 1: Select from available video inputs when you have
connected video equipment (e.g. satellite receiver) and you
want your TV fixed to it.
AUX 2-6: Use this setting instead of the 2-6 if you want to
change channels using a cable box, VCR or satellite
receiver and you’ve connected it to the AUX input.

Auto Program

Perform Auto Program whenever setting up your TV.
It will cycle through all available channels and program
any receivable channels.

Channel
Skip/Add

Use this feature after you run Auto Program to skip
unwanted channels or add new ones.
1 Use the 0 9 buttons or the [CH+/-] buttons to select
the channel.
2 Press
to Skip or Add (only one option will be
available).

Channel
Label
Label up to 40
channels with
their call letters

With the Channel Label window open:
1 Press
, then press F or until you reach the desired
channel number.
2 Press
to activate the channel.
3 Press then press
to highlight the label field.
4 Press F or to display the first call letter or number of
the caption and press
to select it. When finished,
press
to activate.

Favorite Channel, Channel Skip/Add, and Channel Label cannot be used
when Channel Fix is set.

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 TV’s rating limit.

Overview of the Ratings
Once you have become familiar with these rating systems, you should be
ready to set your TV’s rating limit.

TV Ratings
The TV ratings are divided into two groups: age-based and
content-based.

Age

TV Ratings
TV-Y: _
TV-Y7: _
TV-G: _
TV-PG: _
TV-14: _
TV-MA: _
Press

FV: _
Content

D: _ L: _ S: _ V: _
D: _ L: _ S: _ V: _
L: _ S: _ V: _
to block rating

Move

Select

End

Age

Defined as

Contents

Defined as

TV-Y

All children

Fantasy Violence

TV-Y7

Directed to older children

TV-G

General audience

Suggestive
dialogue

TV-PG

Parental Guidance
suggested

Strong language

Sexual situations

TV-14

Parents Strongly
cautioned

Violence

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.

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

Defined as

General audience

Parental
Guidance
suggested

PG-13

Parents strongly
cautioned

Restricted

NC-17

No one 17 and
under admitted

Adult audience
only

Movie Ratings
G:
_
PG:
_
PG-13: _
R:
_
NC-17: _
_
X:
Press
to block rating
Move

Select

End

Unrated
(U.S. models only)
You have the option of blocking TV programs or movies that are not
rated.
Allow

Allows all
unrated programs

Block

Blocks all unrated
programming

Custom Ratings
Movie Ratings
TV Ratings
Unrated: Allow
Block or allow programs
that are unrated
Move
Select

End

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.

Operating Instructions

English Ratings
(Canadian models only)
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in English.
Rating

Defined as

Children

C8+

Children 8 years and
older

General
programming

Parental Guidance

14+

Viewers 14 and older

18+

Adult programming

English Rating
_
C:
C8+: _
_
G:
PG: _
14+: _
18+: _
Press

to block rating

Move

Select

End

French Ratings
(Canadian models only)
These ratings are for Canadian programs that are broadcast in French.
Rating

Defined as

General

8 ans+

Not recommended
for younger children

13
ans+

Not recommended
for children under
age 13

16
ans+

Not recommended
for ages under 16

18
ans+

This program is
restricted to adults

French Rating
_
G:
8 ans+: _
13 ans+: _
16 ans+: _
18 ans+: _
Press
Move

to block rating
Select

U.S.A. Ratings
(Canadian models only)
For programs from the United States, see “TV Ratings” on
page 28.

End

Using the Menus

Using the Parental Control

To access the Parental Control menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

Video

To select

To highlight

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

Setup

Basic

Password:
____
Use [0-9] buttons to enter
new password
Move

Select

End

In the Parental Control
menu, you will be asked to set a 4-digit
password for any further access into Parental Control.

Press

, then use the

buttons to enter a 4-digit password.

Keep this instruction manual in a safe place. If you forget your password, see
page 42.

Confirm your password by entering it again.

Once your password is set correctly, the next Parental Control menu
appears.

Operating Instructions

Setting the rating
You can change the Rating by selecting one of the Parental Lock options.
Video

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

Setup

Basic

Parental Lock: OFF
Change Password

Press
settings

to change

Move

Select

End

Move the cursor to Parental 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, or Young Adult.
Use the F or

buttons to select the desired rating, and press

Rating

TV will allow a maximum rating of:

Child

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

Select to set more restrictive ratings, (see next section)

OFF

No rating limit

Using the Custom menu
Before setting Custom ratings, see pages 28-30, “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 29 for U.S. models and page 30 for Canadian models for more
information.

Once you have blocked a rating or content, all higher ratings or content will
be automatically blocked.

Using the Menus

Changing your password

Use the F or f buttons to move the cursor to Change Password and
press
.

Follow steps 1 and 2 of “Using the Parental Control Menu” on
page 31.

Information for Parents
To view a program that exceeds the TV rating

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.

Operating Instructions

Using the Timer

To access the Timer menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

Video

To highlight

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

To select

Setup

Basic

Timer 1: Set
Timer 2: Set
Current Time
Daylight Saving: OFF

--Move

Current
Time

Timer 1 and
Timer 2
Scheduled
viewing

--:--AM
End

With the menu open:
1 Press F or f to select the current time, then press
(If you are in Daylight Saving time, be sure to set
Daylight Saving to “ON”).
2 Press F or f to enter the current time, then press
3 Press
to exit the menu.

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
.
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

Select

OFF: Select in fall at the end of Daylight Saving.
ON: Select in spring to compensate for 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.

Using the Menus

Using the Setup

To access the Setup menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

Video

To highlight

Audio

Channel Parent

Timer

To select

Setup

Basic

Caption Vision: OFF
Video Label
Tilt Correction: 0
Language: English
16:9 Enhanced: OFF
Demo

Move

Select

End

Caption
Vision
ClosedCaptioning

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:
OFF: Turns off Caption Vision.
CC1, 2, 3, 4: Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a
program.
TXT1, 2, 3, 4: Displays network/station information.
XDS (Extended Data Services): Displays information about
the network and current program, if available.

Video Label
Label connected
equipment

Allows you to label the audio/video equipment you have
connected to the TV so you can identify them when in the
Display mode.
With the Video Label window open:
1 Press F or f to access the input you want to label and
press
.
2 Press F or f to choose a label and press
.

Tilt Correction Press f or F to correct any tilt of the picture by –5 and +5.
Press
to activate.
Language

Select to display all menus in your language of choice.
Use the F or f buttons, select the desired language and press
.

16:9
Enhanced

Provides enhanced picture resolution for wide screen sources
such as DVD, (only available when the TV is in Video mode).

Demo

Select to perform a demonstration of the on-screen menus.

Operating Instructions

Using the Basic

To access the Basic menu, refer to the following steps:
To display

To highlight

To select

Basic Menu
Picture
Caption Vision: OFF
Effect: OFF
Advanced Menu

Move

Select

End

Picture
Picture contrast

Press G to decrease picture contrast.
Press g to increase picture contrast.

Caption
Vision
ClosedCaptioning

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:
OFF: Caption Vision is not activated.
CC1, 2, 3, 4: Displays printed dialogue and sound effects of a
program.
TXT1, 2, 3, 4: Displays network/station information.
XDS (Extended Data Services): Displays information about
the network and current program, if available.

Effect

Press F or f to select one of the following options:
OFF: Normal stereo or mono reception.
SRS: Produces a dynamic three-dimensional sound for stereo
audio signals (KV-27FV17 only).
Simulated: Add a surround-like effect to mono programs
(KV-27FV17 only).
Surround: Simulates theater quality sound for stereo programs
(KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17, KV-32FS13, KV-32FS17 only).

Advanced
Menu

Select to return to the main menus.

If you use the
button to close the Basic menu, only the Basic menu
appears when you press
again. To have access to the other menus, use f
to select Advanced Menu.

Other Information

Other Information
Programming the Remote Control
You can use the supplied remote control to operate Sony or non-Sony
video equipment.

1
2
3

Press

Use the
chart.

(FUNCTION).
buttons to key in the code number from the following

VCR codes
Sony

301, 302, 303

JCPenney

309, 305, 304, 330, 314,
336, 337

Admiral
(M.Ward)

327

JVC

314, 336, 337, 345, 346,
347

Aiwa

338, 344

Kenwood

314, 336, 332, 337

Audio Dynamic

314, 337

LXI (Sears)

332, 305, 330, 335, 338

Broksonic

319, 317

Magnavox

308, 309, 310

Canon

309, 308

Marantz

314, 336, 337

Citizen

332

Marta

332

Craig

302, 332

Memorex

309, 335

Criterion

315

Minolta

305, 304

Curtis Mathis

304, 338, 309

Mitsubishi/MGA

323, 324, 325, 326

Daewoo

341, 312, 309

Multitech

325, 338, 321

DBX

314, 336, 337

NEC

314, 336, 337

Dimensia

304

Olympic

309, 308

Emerson

319, 320, 316, 317,
318, 341

Optimus

327

Fisher

330, 335

Panasonic

308, 309, 306, 307

Funai

338

Pentax

305, 304

General Electric

329, 304, 309

Philco

308, 309

Go Video

322, 339, 340

Philips

308, 309, 310

Goldstar

332

Pioneer

308

Hitachi

306, 304, 305, 338

Quasar

308, 309, 306

Instant Replay

309, 308

RCA/PROSCAN

304, 305, 308, 309, 311,
312, 313, 310, 329

Operating Instructions

VCR codes
Realistic

309, 330, 328, 335,
324, 338

Symphonic

338

Samsung

322, 313, 321

Tashiro

332

Sansui

314

Tatung

314, 336, 337

Sanyo

330, 335

Teac

314, 336, 338, 337

Scott

312, 313, 321, 335,
323, 324, 325, 326

Technics

309, 308

Sharp

327, 328

Toshiba

312, 311

Shintom

315

Wards

327, 328, 335, 331, 332

Signature 2000
(M.Ward)

338, 327

Yamaha

314, 330, 336, 337

SV2000

338

Zenith

331

Sylvania

308, 309, 338, 310

Cable box codes

Satellite receiver codes

Sony

230

Sony

801 (preset code for
remote control

Hamlin/Regal
Jerrold/G. I.

222, 223, 224, 225, 226

General Electric

802

201, 202, 203, 204, 205,
206, 207, 208, 218

Hitachi

805

Oak

227, 228, 229

Hughes

804

Panasonic

219, 220, 221

Panasonic

803

Pioneer

214, 215

RCA/PROSCAN

802, 808

Scientific Atlanta

209, 210, 211

Toshiba

806, 807

Tocom

216, 217

Zenith

212, 213

Laser Disc Player codes

DVD codes

Sony

701

Sony

751

Panasonic

704, 710

JVC

756

Pioneer

702

Mitsubishi

761

Onkyo

762

Oritron

759

DIRECTV

809

Panasonic

753

Echostar/Dish
Network

810

Philips/
Magnavox

757

DBS codes

Pioneer

752

RCA

755

Samsung/Hitachi

758

Toshiba

754

Zenith

760

Other Information

If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one by one until
you come to the correct code for your equipment.
Whenever you remove the batteries the code numbers may revert to the
factory setting and must be reset.
In some rare cases, you may not be able to operate your equipment with the
supplied remote control. In this case, use the equipment’s supplied remote
control.

Operating a VCR
Press

To
Power on the VCR

Select channels directly
Change channels
Play video tape
Stop

Search forward or backward
Pause

and
at the same time

Record
Change between VCR and TV inputs

Operating a DVD
Press

To
Power on the DVD

Select chapters directly

Search chapters forward or backward
Play DVD
Stop
Pause

, G,

Move the cursor in the menu
Display the DVD menu

Operating Instructions

Operating a Laser Disc
Press

To
Power on the laser disc
Search chapters forward or backward
Play disc
Stop
Pause

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

Poor or no
picture, good
sound
Good picture,
no sound

No color
No signal

Dotted lines or
stripes

Double images
or ghosts
Cannot receive
higher number
channels (UHF)
when using an
antenna

Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
If 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
(page 15).
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 23).
Adjust Brightness in the Video menu (page 23).
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 3).
Press
so that MUTING disappears from the
screen (page 15).
Check your Audio settings. Your TV may be set to
Auto-SAP (page 25).
Adjust Color in the Video menu (page 23).
Check the Cable setting in the Channel Setup menu
(page 26).
Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 3).
Make sure the channel selected is currently
broadcasting.
Adjust the antenna.
Move the TV away from other electronic equipment.
Some electronic equipment can create electrical noise,
which can interfere with TV reception.
Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service
provider.
Make sure Cable is set to OFF in the Channel Setup
menu (page 26).
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not
presently in the memory (page 17).

Operating Instructions

Remote control
does not
operate
Cannot change
channels with
the remote
control

The TV needs
to be cleaned
Lost password
for Parental
Control
Cannot access
other menus
when using the
Basic Menu
The remote
control won’t
work in PIP
mode
There is no
window picture
or it is just
static

Make sure Cable is set to ON in the Channel Setup
menu (page 26).
Perform Auto Program to add channels that are not
presently in the memory (page 17).
Batteries could be weak. Replace them (page 2).
Move the TV 3-4 feet away from fluorescent lights.
Make sure you have not inadvertently switched your
TV from the channel 3 or 4 setting if you are using
another device to change channels.
If you are using another device to control channels, be
sure the FUNCTION button for that device has been
pressed. For example, if you’re using your VCR to
control channels, be sure to press the VCR/DVD
FUNCTION buttons (page 15).
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.
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.
If you use the
button to close the Basic menu, only
again. To
the Basic menu appears when you press
have access to the other menus, use the button to
select Advanced Menu (page 36).

Cable stations
don’t seem to
work

Press the TV FUNCTION button. You may have
inadvertently pressed the VCR/DVD FUNCTION
button, which changes the PIP buttons to VCR mode
(page 15).
Be sure your window picture is set to a video source/
channel that has a program airing.
You may be tuned to a video input with nothing
connected to it. Try cycling through your video inputs
using the yellow PIP TV/VIDEO button with the red
dot (page 18).
PIP is not set to receive a signal from the AUX input. If
you have connected a VCR, DVD or Satellite Receiver
to the AUX input on the TV, it will not show in the
small window picture.

Other Information

I get the same
program in the
window picture
as in the main
picture

You lost your
remote control

Both may be set to the same channel. Try changing
channels in either the main picture or the window
picture (page 18).
Your TV may be set up to select all your channels
through a cable box. The cable box will only
unscramble one signal at a time, so you cannot use the
PIP feature. If possible, run a direct cable to the VHF/
UHF jack on your TV. This will only work if your cable
system provides an unscrambled signal (page 5).
You can use the front Audio/Video panel controls to
to open the menu. Use the
access the menu. Press
or
buttons on the front Audio/Video panel
instead of the F or buttons on the remote control.
button on the front Audio/Video panel
Use the
instead of the G, g, and
buttons on the remote
control. Press
again when the setting or
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).

Operating Instructions

Specifications
For all models (except as noted)
Television system
Channel coverage
Antenna
Picture tube
Power requirements
Supplied Accessories

Optional Accessories

KV-27FS13, KV-27FS17
Screen size

Inputs/outputs

American TV standard/NTSC
VHF: 2-13/UHF: 14-69/CATV: 1-125
75-ohm external antenna terminal for VHF/UHF
FD Trinitron® tube
120V, 60 Hz
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Remote Control RM-Y180 (1) (KV-27FS13,
KV-32FS13)
RM-Y181 (1) (KV-27FS17, KV-27FV17,
KV-32FS17)
Connecting cables VMC-810S/820S, VMC-720M,
YC-YC-15V/30V, RK74A
U/V mixer EAC-66
TV Stand: SU-27FD4 (27 inch models)
SU-32FD4 (32 inch models)
Visible screen size: 27 inches (679 mm) measured
diagonally
Actual tube size: 29 inches (736.6 mm) measured
diagonally
3 video, 3 audio
1 S VIDEO
1 AUDIO OUT
1 RF input (KV-27FS13)
2 RF inputs (KV-27FS17))
1 Y, PB, PR, 1 audio

Speaker output
Power Consumption

7.5 W x 2
170 W in use (KV-27FS13)
180 W in use (KV-27FS17)
1 W in standby

Dimensions (W/H/D)

700 x 632 x 512 mm (27 5/8 x 25 x 20 1/4 in.)

Mass

47 kg (103 lbs. 10 oz.)

Other Information

KV-27FV17
Screen size

Inputs/outputs

Visible screen size: 27 inches (679 mm) measured
diagonally
Actual tube size: 29 inches (736.6 mm) measured
diagonally
3 video, 3 audio
2 S VIDEO
1 Audio Out
1 Monitor Out
2 RF inputs
1 Y, PB, PR, 1 audio

Speaker output
Power Consumption

15 W x 2
220 W in use
1 W in standby

Dimensions (W/H/D)

762 x 604 x 519 mm (30 x 23 7/8 x 20 1/2 in.)

Mass
KV-32FS13, KV-32FS17
Screen size

49 kg (108 lbs.)

Inputs/outputs

Visible screen size: 32 inches (803 mm) measured
diagonally
Actual tube size: 34 inches (863.6 mm) measured
diagonally
3 video, 3 audio
1 S VIDEO
1 Audio Out
1 RF input (KV-32FS13)
2 RF inputs (KV-32FS17)
1 Y, PB, PR, 1 audio

Speaker output
Power Consumption

10 W x 2
195 W in use (KV-32FS13)
205 W (KV-32FS17)
1 W in standby

Dimensions (W/H/D)

800 x 708 x 582 mm (31 1/2 x 27 7/8 x 23 in.)

Mass

75 kg (163 lbs.)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Operating Instructions

Index
16:9 Enhanced 35

D
Daylight Saving 34
Demo 35
DISPLAY 15

A
Advanced Menu 36
Audio
Menu 24
Audio Out 25
Auto Program 17, 27
Auto-SAP 25

Balance 24
Basic
Menu 36
Bass 24
Battery Installation 2
Brightness 23

Effect 24, 36
OFF 24, 36
Simulated 24, 36
SRS 24, 36
Surround 24, 36

Favorite Channel 26

C
Cable 26
Caption Vision 35, 36
Channel Label 27
Channel Fix 27
Channel Setup
Menu 26
Channel Skip/Add 27
Color 23
Color Temp 23
Connections
Cable and antenna 3
Cable Box and Cable 5
Cable Box and TV 4
Connecting a Camcorder 11
Connecting a DVD Player 11
Connecting an Audio
System 12
Connecting Two VCRs
for Tape Editing 13
TV and VCR 6
TV and Satellite Receiver 9
TV, Satellite Receiver, and
VCR 10
TV, VCR, and Cable Box 7
Current Time 34

Hue 23

L
Language 35

M
Menus
Audio
24
Basic
36
Channel Setup
Parental Control
Setup
35
Timer
34
Video
23
Mode 23
Movie 23
Sports 23
Standard 23
Vivid 23
Mono 25
MTS 25
Auto-SAP 25
Mono 25
Stereo 25

26
31

O
Overview of the Ratings 28

Index

P
Parental Control 28
Parental Control
Menu 31
Picture 23
Picture in Picture (PIP) 18
Programming the
Remote Control 37

R
Remote Control 15
Ratings
English Ratings 30
French Ratings 30
Movie Ratings 29
TV Ratings 28
Unrated 29
U.S.A. Ratings 30

S
Setup
Menu 35
Sharpness 23
SLEEP 15
Speaker 25
Specifications 44
Steady Sound 24
Stereo 25

T
Timer
Menu 34
Timer 1 and Timer 2 34
Treble 24
Troubleshooting 41
TV Features 1
Tilt Correction 35

V
Video
Menu 23
Video Label 35
VM 23

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