Sony Kds 70r2000 Operating Instructions

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Ventilation
 Never cover the ventilation 
holes or insert anything in the 
cabinet. It may cause 
overheating and result in a  fire.
 Unless proper ventilation is provided, the TV set may 
gather dust and get dirty. For proper ventilation, observe 
the following:
– Do not install the TV set turned backwards or sideways. 
– Do not install the TV set turned over or upside down. 
– Do not install the TV set on a shelf or in a closet. 
– Do not place the TV set on a rug or bed. 
– Do not cover the TV...

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Precautions
Viewing the TV
 To view the TV comfortably, the recommended viewing 
position is from four to seven times the screen’s vertical 
length away from the TV set.
 To obtain a clear picture, do not expose the screen to direct 
illumination or direct sunlight. If possible, use spot 
lighting directed down from the ceiling.
 View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor 
light or during long period of time, strains your eyes.
Volume adjustment
 Adjust the volume so as not to trouble...

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Overview of the remote
1TV "/1 – TV standby
Switches the TV on and off from standby mode.
2Number buttons
 In TV mode: Selects channels. For channel numbers 10 and above, enter 
the second and third digit quickly.
 In Analogue Text mode: Enters the three digit page number to select the 
page.
3 – Previous channel
Returns to the previous channel watched (for more than five seconds).
4 – Screen format (page 18)
5 – Picture freeze (page 18)
Freezes the TV picture.
6/  – Info / Text reveal
 In...

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wa"/1
Switches on or off the optional equipment selected from the function buttons.
wsFunction buttons
Enables you to operate the corresponding equipment. For details, see 
“Programming the remote” on page 45.
wdDVD/VCR operating buttons
. : Replays the current programme from the previous chapter mark (if 
any).
> : Advances forward to the next chapter mark (if any).
 : Replays the current programme for a set period of time.
 : Advances forward a set period of time.
m : Plays a programme in...

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Overview of the TV buttons and indicators
1 (page 24)
2/  – Input select/OK
 In TV mode (page 23): Selects the input 
source from equipment connected to the TV 
sockets.
 In TV menu: Selects the menu or option, and 
confirms the setting.
32 +/-/ /
 In TV mode: Increases (+) or decreases (-) the 
volume.
 In TV menu: Moves through the options right 
( ) or left ( ).
4PROG +/-/ /
 In TV mode: Selects the next (+) or previous 
(-) channel.
 In TV menu: Moves through the options up 
( ) or down ( ).
5...

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Projection lamp
Your TV uses a projection lamp as its light source. As with 
any lamp, it has lifespan and needs to be replaced when the 
lamp indicator flashes or the screen becomes darker.
Notes
 After switching on your TV, it may take a while (1 minute 
or less) before the picture appears.
 When the projection lamp wears out, the screen goes dark. 
Replace the lamp with a new Sony XL-5200 (for KDS-
55A2000, not supplied) or XL-5300 (for KDS-70R2000, 
supplied) replacement lamp. How to replace...

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Watching TV
Watching TV1Press 1 on the TV (front) to switch on the 
TV.
When the TV is in standby mode (the 1 (on/
standby) indicator on the TV (front) is red), press 
TV "/1 on the remote to switch on the TV.
2Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode or 
ANALOG to switch to analogue mode.
The channels available vary depending on the 
mode.
3Press the number buttons or PROG +/- to 
select a TV channel.
To select channel numbers 10 and above using the 
number buttons, enter the second and third...

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Additional operations
To access Digital Text
Many broadcasters provide a Digital Text service. 
Digital Text offers graphically rich contents, 
compared to Analogue Text.
Select a digital channel which provides Digital Text, 
then press /.
When a broadcaster provides a dedicated Digital Text 
channel, select this channel to access Digital Text.
To navigate through Digital Text, follow the 
instructions on the screen.
To exit Digital Text, press RETURN.
To move around, press 
F/f/G/g.
To select...

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Watching TV
Displays cinemascopic (letter box format) broadcasts 
in the correct proportions.
Displays 14:9 broadcasts in the correct proportions. 
As a result, black border areas are visible on the 
screen.
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off.
Tips
 Alternatively, you can set “Auto Format” to “On”. The TV 
will automatically select the best mode to suit the 
broadcast (page 30).
 You can adjust the position of the picture when selecting 
Smart, 14:9 or Zoom. Press 
F/f to...

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Checking the Digital Electronic Programme Guide 
(EPG) * 
1In digital mode, press   to display the 
Digital Electronic Programme Guide 
(EPG).
2Perform the desired operation, as shown in 
the following table.
Note
Programme information will only be displayed if the TV 
station is transmitting it.
* This function may not be available in some countries.
Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
To D o  t h i s
Turn off the EPG Press  .
Move through the EPG Press 
F/f/G/g.
Watch a current programme...