Sony Kdl 20g3000 Operating Instructions

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Using MENU Functions
~“Brightness”, “Colour”, “Sharpness” and “Adv. Contrast Enhancer” are not available when “Picture Mode” is set to “Vivid”. 
Adv. Contrast 
EnhancerAutomatically adjusts “Backlight” and “Contrast” to the most suitable settings 
judging from the brightness of the screen. This setting is especially effective for dark 
images scenes. It will increase the contrast distinction of the darker picture scenes.
ResetResets all picture settings except “Picture Mode” to the factory settings.
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Sound Adjustment menu
You can select the options listed below on the 
Sound menu. To select options in “Settings”, 
see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).
Sound EffectSelects the sound mode.
“Standard”: Enhances clarity, detail, and sound presence by using “BBE High definition 
Sound System.”
“Dynamic”: Intensifies clarity and sound presence for better intelligibility and musical realism 
by using the “BBE High definition Sound System.”
“BBE ViVA”: BBE ViVA Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image with Hi-Fi 
sound. The clarity of the sound is improved by BBE while the width depth and height of sound 
image are expanded by BBE’s proprietary 3D sound process. BBE ViVA Sound is compatible 
with all TV programs including news, music, dramas, movies, sports and electronic games.
“Dolby Virtual
”: Uses the TV speakers to simulate the surround effect produced by a multi 
channel system.
“Off”: Flat response. Also allows you to store your preferred settings.
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 If you set “Auto Volume” to “On”, “Dolby Virtual” changes to “Standard”.
 If headphones are connected, “Sound Effect” changes to “Off”.
TrebleAdjusts higher-pitched sounds.
BassAdjusts lower-pitched sounds.
BalanceEmphasizes left or right speaker balance.
ResetResets all the sound settings to the factory settings.
Dual SoundSelects the sound from the speaker for a stereo or bilingual broadcast.
“Stereo”, “Mono”: For a stereo broadcast.
“A”/“B”/“Mono”: For a bilingual broadcast, select “A” for sound channel 1, “B” 
for sound channel 2, or “Mono” for a mono channel, if available.
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If you select other equipment connected to the TV, set “Dual Sound” to “Stereo”, “A” or “B”.
Auto VolumeKeeps a constant volume level even when volume level gaps occur (e.g., adverts tend 
to be louder than programmes).
Sound Adjustment 
Select: 
Enter: Exit: MENU 
Sound Effect
Tr eble
Bass
Balance
Reset
Dual Sound
Auto VolumeStandard
50
50
0
Mono
On
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Using MENU Functions
Features menu
You can select the options listed below on the 
Features menu. To select options in “Settings”, 
see “Navigating through menus” (page 19).
Power SavingSelects the power saving mode to reduce the power consumption of the TV.
“Standard”: Default settings.
“Reduce”: Reduces the power consumption of the TV.
 “Picture Off”: Switches off the picture. You can listen to the sound with the picture 
off.
AV2 OutputSets a signal to be output through the socket labelled  / 2 on the rear of the 
TV. If you connect a VCR to the  / 2 socket, you can then record from the 
equipment connected to other sockets of the TV.
“TV”: Outputs a broadcast.
“Auto”: Outputs whatever is being viewed on the screen. Not available for   
AV3.
RGB CentreAdjusts the horizontal picture position so that the picture is in the middle of the 
screen.
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This option is only available if an RGB source has been connected to the Scarts connectors     
1/ 1
 or 2/ 2 on the rear of the TV.
TimerSets the timer to turn on/off the TV. 
Sleep Timer
Sets a period of time after which the TV automatically switches itself into standby 
mode. 
When the Sleep Timer is activated, the  (Timer) indicator on the TV (front) lights 
up in orange.
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 If you switch off the TV and switch it on again, “Sleep Timer” is reset to “Off”.
 “Sleep timer will end soon. Power will be turned off” appears on the screen one minute 
before the TV switches to standby mode.
Clock Set
Allows you to adjust the clock manually. When the TV is receiving digital 
channels, the clock cannot be adjusted manually since it is set to the time code of 
the broadcasted signal.
Timer
Sets the timer to turn on/off the TV.
“Timer Mode”: Selects the desired period.
“On Time”: Sets the time to turn on the TV.
“Off Time”: Sets the time to turn off the TV.
Features 
Select: 
Enter: 
Exit: MENU 
Power Saving
AV2 Output
RGB Centre
TimerStandard
TV
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Set-up menu
You can select the options listed below on the 
Set-up menu. To select options in “Settings”, see 
“Navigating through menus” (page 19).
Auto Start UpStarts the “first time operation menu” to select the language, country/region and 
location, and tune in all available digital and analogue channels. Usually, you do not 
need to do this operation because the language and country/region will have been 
selected and channels already tuned when the TV was first installed (page 7). 
However, this option allows you to repeat the process (e.g., to retune the TV after 
moving house, or to search for new channels that have been launched by 
broadcasters).
LanguageSelects the language in which the menus are displayed.
Auto TuningTunes in all the available analogue channels.
Usually you do not need to do this operation because the channels are already tuned 
when the TV was first installed (page 7). However, this option allows you to repeat 
the process (e.g., to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new channels 
that have been launched by broadcasters). 
Programme SortingChanges the order in which the analogue channels are stored on the TV.
1Press 
F/f to select the channel you want to move to a new position, 
then press 
g.
2Press 
F/f to select the new position for your channel, then press  .
AV PresetAssigns a name to any equipment connected to the side and rear sockets. The name 
will be displayed briefly on the screen when the equipment is selected. You can skip 
an input source that is not connected to any equipment.
1Press 
F/f to select the desired input source, then press  .
2Press 
F/f to select the desired option below, then press  .
AV1 (or AV2/ AV3/ AV4), VIDEO, DVD, CABLE, GAME, CAM, SAT: Uses one of 
the preset labels to assign a name to connected equipment.
 “Edit”: Creates your own label.
1Press F/f to select the desired letter or number (“_” for a blank 
space), then press 
g.
If you input a wrong character
Press G/g to select the wrong character. Then, press F/f to select the correct 
character.
2Repeat the procedure in step 1 until the name is completed.
3Select “OK”, then press  .
 “Skip”: Skips an input source that is not connected to any equipment when you 
press F/f to select the input source.
Set-up
Select: 
Enter: 
Exit: MENU 
Auto Start Up
Language
Auto Tuning
Programme Sorting
AV Preset
Sound Offset
Manual Programme Preset
Digital Set-upEnglish
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Using MENU Functions
Sound OffsetSets an independent volume level to each equipment connected to the TV.
Manual Programme 
PresetBefore selecting “Label”/“AFT”/“Audio Filter”/“Skip”/“Decoder”, press F/f to 
select the programme number you want to modify. Then, press  .
System
Presets programme channels manually.
1Press 
F/f to select “System”, then press  .
2Press 
F/f to select one of the following TV broadcast systems, then 
press 
G.
B/G: For western European countries/regions
D/K: For eastern European countries/regions
L: For France
I: For the United Kingdom
~
Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 6), this option may not be 
available.
Channel
1Press 
F/f to select “Channel”, then press  . 
2Press 
F/f to select “S” (for cable channels) or “C” (for terrestrial 
channels), then press 
g.
3Tune the channels as follows:
If you do not know the channel number (frequency)
Press F/f to search for the next available channel. When a channel has been found, 
the search will stop. To continue searching, press 
F/f.
If you know the channel number (frequency)
Press the number buttons to enter the channel number of the broadcast you want or 
your VCR channel number.
4Press   to jump to “Confirm”, then press  .
Repeat the procedure above to preset other channels manually.
Label
Assigns a name of your choice, up to five letters or numbers, to the selected channel.
AFT
Allows you to fine-tune the selected programme number manually if you feel that a 
slight tuning adjustment will improve the picture quality.
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Audio Filter
Improves the sound for individual channels in the case of distortion in mono 
broadcasts. Sometimes a non-standard broadcast signal can cause sound distortion or 
intermittent sound muting when watching mono programmes.
If you do not experience any sound distortion, we recommend that you leave this 
option set to the factory setting “Off”.
~
You cannot receive stereo or dual sound when “Low” or “High” is selected.
“
Audio Filter” is not available when “System” is set to “L”.
Skip
Skips unused analogue channels when you press PROG +/- to select channels. (You 
can still select a skipped channel using the number buttons.)
Decoder
Views and records the scrambled channel selected when using a decoder connected 
directly to scart connector  / 1, or to scart connector  / 2 via a VCR.
~
Depending on the country/region selected for “Country” (page 6), this option may not be 
available. 
Confirm
Saves changes made to the “
Manual Programme Preset” settings.
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Using MENU Functions
Digital Set-up menu 
You can select the options listed below on the 
“Digital Set-up” menu. To select options in 
“Settings”, refer to “Navigating through 
menus” (page 19).
~ Some functions may not be available in some 
countries/regions.
Digital TuningDigital Auto Tuning
Tunes in the available digital channels.
This option allows you to retune the TV after moving house, or to search for new 
channels that have been launched by broadcasters). For details, see “Auto-tunning 
the TV” on page 7.
Programme List Edit
Removes any unwanted digital channels stored on the TV, and changes the order of 
the digital channels stored on the TV.
1Press 
F/f to select the channel you want to remove or move to a new 
position.
Press the number buttons to enter the known three-digit programme number of the 
broadcast you want.
2Remove or change the order of the digital channels as follows:
To remove the digital channel
Press  . After a confirmation message appears, press G to select “Yes”, then press  .
To change the order of the digital channels
Press g, then press F/f to select the new position for the channel and press G.
3Press RETURN.
Digital Manual Tuning
Tunes the digital channels manually.
1Press the number button to select the channel number you want to 
manually tune, then press 
F/f to tune the channel.
2When the available channels are found, press 
F/f to select the channel 
you want to store, then press
 .
3Press 
F/f to select the programme number where you want to store the 
new channel, then press
 .
Repeat the above procedure to manually tune other channels.
Set-up
Select:
Enter:
Exit:MENU
Auto Start Up
Language
Auto Tuning
Programme Sorting
AV Preset
Sound Offset
Manual Programme Preset
Digital Set-upEnglish
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Digital Set-upSubtitle Set-up
“Subtitle Setting”: When “For Hard Of Hearing” is selected, some visual aids may 
also be displayed with the subtitles (if TV channels broadcast such information).
“Subtitle Language”: Selects which language subtitles are displayed in.
Audio Set-up
“Audio Type”: Switches to broadcast for the hearing impaired when “For Hard Of 
Hearing” is selected.
“Audio Language”: Selects the language used for a programme. Some digital 
channels may broadcast several audio languages for a programme.
“Audio Description”: Provides audio description (narration) of visual information 
if TV channels broadcast such information.
“Mixing Level”: Adjusts the TV main audio and Audio Description output levels.
zThis option is only available when “Audio Description” is set to “On”.
Banner Mode
“Basic”: Displays programme information with a digital banner.
“Full”: Displays programme information with a digital banner, and displays detailed 
programme information below that banner.
Radio Display
The screen wallpaper is displayed when listening to a radio broadcast after 20 
seconds without pressing any button.
You can select the screen wallpaper colour, or display a random colour.
To cancel the screen wallpaper display temporarily, press any button.
Parental Lock
Sets an age restriction for programmes. Any programme that exceeds the age 
restriction can only be watched after a PIN Code is entered correctly.
1Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.
If you have not previously set a PIN, a PIN code entry screen appears. Follow the 
instructions of “PIN Code” below.
2Press F/f to select the age restriction or “None” (for unrestricted 
watching), then press  .
3Press RETURN.
PIN Code
To set your PIN for the first time
1Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code.
2Press RETURN.
To change your PIN
1Press the number buttons to enter your existing PIN code.
2Press the number buttons to enter the new PIN code.
3Press RETURN.
zPIN code 9999 is always accepted.
Technical Set-up
“Auto Service Update”: Enables the TV to detect and store new digital services as 
they become available.
“Software Download”: Enables the TV to automatically receive software updates, 
free through your existing aerial (when issued). Sony recommends that this option is 
set to “On” at all times. If you do not want your software to be updated, set this option 
to “Off”.
“System Information”: Displays the current software version and the signal level.
“Time Zone”: Allows you to manually select the time zone you are in, if it is not the 
same as the default time zone setting for your country/region.
“Auto DST”: Sets whether or not to automatically switch between summer time and 
winter time.
 “On”: Automatically switches between summer time and winter time according to the 
calendar.
 “Off”: The time is displayed according to the time difference set by “Time Zone”.
CA Module Set-up
Allows you to access a pay TV service once you obtain a Conditional Access Module (CAM) 
and a view card. See page 17 for the location of the   (PCMCIA) socket.
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Additional Information
Specifications
Display Unit
Power Requirements:
220–240 V AC, 50 Hz
Screen Size:
20 inches
Display Resolution:
640 dots (horizontal) × 480 lines (vertical)
Power Consumption:
50 W or less
Standby Power Consumption*:
0,7 W or less
* Specified standby power is reached after the TV 
finishes necessary internal processes.
Dimensions (w × h × d):
Approx: 592 x 440 x 223 mm (with stand)
Approx: 592 x 428 x 96 mm (without stand)
Mass:
Approx: 9,0 kg (with stand)
Approx: 8,0 kg (without stand)
Panel System
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel
TV System
Depending on your country/region selection
Analogue: B/G/H, D/K, L, I
Digital: DVB-T
Colour/Video System
Analogue: PAL, SECAM 
NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)
Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML
Aerial
75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF
Channel Coverage
Analogue: 48.25 - 855.25 MHz
Digital: VHF Band III (177.5 - 226.5 MHz)
UHF E21 - E69 (474 - 858 MHz)
Terminals
/1
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard) including 
audio/video input, RGB input, and TV audio/video 
output.
/ 2 (SMARTLINK)
21-pin Scart connector (CENELEC standard) including 
audio/video input, RGB input, selectable audio/video 
output, and SMARTLINK interface.
3
Supported formats: 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, 0.3V negative sync
P
B/CB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
P
R/CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
3
Audio input (phono jacks)
500 mVrms
Impedance: 47 kilo ohms
4 S video input (4-pin mini DIN)
4 Video input (phono jack)
4 Audio input (phono jacks)
Audio output (Left/Right) (phono jacks)
iHeadphones jack
CAM (Conditional Access Module) slot
Sound Output
3 W + 3 W (RMS) 
Optional Accessories
Wall-Mount Bracket SU-WL100. 
Design and specifications are subject to change without 
notice.
Additional Information
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Troubleshooting
Check whether the 1 (standby) indicator is 
flashing in red.
When it is flashing
The self-diagnosis function is activated. 
1Count how many 1 (standby) indicator 
flashes between each two second break.
For example, the indicator flashes three times, then 
there is a two second break, followed by another 
three flashes, etc.
2Press 1 on the TV to turn it off, disconnect 
the mains lead, and inform your dealer or 
Sony service centre of how the indicator 
flashes (number of flashes).
When it is not flashing
1Check the items in the tables below.
2If the problem still persists, have your TV 
serviced by qualified service personnel.
Picture
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound
 Check the aerial connection.
 Connect the TV to the mains, and press 1 on the TV.
 If the 1 (standby) indicator lights up in red, press "/1.
No picture or no menu information from equipment 
connected to the scart connector
 Press  /  to display the connected equipment list, 
then select the desired input.
 Check the connection between the optional equipment and 
the TV.
Double images or ghosting
 Check the aerial connection.
 Check the aerial location and direction.
Only snow and noise appear on the screen
 Check if the aerial is broken or bent.
 Check if the aerial has reached the end of its serviceable 
life (three to five years in normal use, one to two years at 
the seaside).
Distorted picture (dotted lines or stripes)
 Keep the TV away from electrical noise sources such as 
cars, motorcycles, hair-dryers or optical equipment.
 When installing optional equipment, leave some space 
between the optional equipment and the TV.
 Check the aerial connection.
 Keep the aerial cable away from other connecting cables.
Picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel
 Adjust “AFT” (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better 
picture reception (page 25).
Some tiny black points and/or bright points appear 
on the screen
 The picture of a display unit is composed of pixels. Tiny 
black points and/or bright points (pixels) on the screen do 
not indicate a malfunction.No colour on programmes
 Select “Reset” (page 21).
No colour or irregular colour when viewing a 
signal from the  3 sockets
 Check the connection of the  3 sockets and check if 
each sockets are firmly seated in their respective sockets.
Sound
No sound, but good picture
Press 2 +/– or % (Mute).
Channels
The desired channel cannot be selected
 Switch between digital and analogue mode and select the 
desired digital/analogue channel.
Some channels are blank
 Scrambled/Subscription only channel. Subscribe to the 
pay TV service.
 Channel is used only for data (no picture or sound).
 Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.
Digital channels are not displayed
 Contact a local installer to find out if digital transmissions 
are provided in your area.
 Upgrade to a higher gain aerial.
General
The TV turns off automatically (the TV enters 
standby mode)
 Check if the “Sleep Timer” or the “Off Time” are 
activated (page 23).
 If no signal is received and no operation is performed in 
the TV mode for 10 minutes, the TV automatically 
switches to standby mode.
The TV turns on automatically
 Check if the “On Time” is activated (page 23).
Some input sources cannot be selected
 Select “AV Preset” and cancel “Skip” of the input source 
(page 24).
The remote does not function
 Replace the batteries.
A channel cannot be added to the Favourite list
 Up to 999 channels can be stored in the Favourite list.
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