Sony Ke P42xs1 Operating Instructions

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Remote Control Configuration for VCR or DVD
In it’s default condition this remote control will operate the basic functions of this Sony TV, Sony DVDs and 
most Sony VCRs. To control VCRs and DVDs of other manufacturers (and some Sony VCR models), the 
remote control needs to be configured.
Additional Information
To do this: 
 Before you start, look up the 3 digit code for your brand of DVD or VCR from the list below. 
On those brands that have more than one code, enter the first code number.
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Learning functions from other Remote Controls
To eliminate the amount of remote controls you need, this remote control has a learning feature. Once set up 
as explained below, it can be used in place of your other remote controls.
It is recommended that you make a note of what each button has been taught (you can use the table provided 
with the remote control).
Before you start and for accurate learning, please read below instructions:
 Choose the button (a-g) you want to learn. See fig. 3 to find...

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Additional Information
Erasing a learned function
1 Press and hold the t button for approximately six seconds until the AUX green light 
flashes (see fig. 7). 
2 While pressing the % button, press the button (a - g) with the learned function that you 
want to erase (see fig. 8).  
All the four lights illuminate at the same time (see fig. 9) and as soon as the learned 
function is erased, the AUX green light starts flashing (see fig. 10).
3 If you wish to store a new function, repeat steps 3 and 4...

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Technical Specifications
Panel System:
PDP (Plasma Display Panel)
TV system: 
Depending on your country 
selection: 
B/G/H, D/K, L, I 
Colour system:
PAL, SECAM 
NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In)
Aerial:
75 ohm external terminal for 
VHF/UHF
Channel Coverage:
VHF: E2-E12
UHF: E21-E69
CATV: S1-S20
HYPER: S21-S41
D/K: R1-R12, R21-R69
L:  F2-F10, B-Q, F21-F69
I: UHF B21-B69
Screen Size:
 KE-P37XS1: 37 inches (approx. 94 cm 
measured diagonally)
 KE-P42XS1: 42 inches (approx. 107 cm 
measured diagonally)...

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Troubleshooting
Here are some simple solutions to problems which may affect the picture and sound.
Problem Possible solution
No picture
No picture (screen is dark) and no sound.  Check the aerial connection.
 Connect the TV to the mains, and press the   power switch on the 
right side of the TV set.
 If the   (standby) indicator is on, press AUX/VIDEO   on the 
remote control. 
The TV turns off automatically. (The TV 
enters the standby mode.) Check if the Sleep Timer is activated (page 25).
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Stripe noise during playback/recording   
of a VCR. Video head interference. Keep your VCR away from the TV.
 Leave a space of 30 cm between your VCR and the TV set to avoid 
noise.
 Avoid installing your VCR in front or at the side of the TV set.
Poor or no picture (screen is dark), but 
good sound. Using the menu system, select the “Picture Adjustment” menu and 
select “Reset” to return to the factory settings (page 19).
 If the   PICTURE OFF indicator lights up in blue, press   
(picture off)...

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The TV fan noise gets louder.
Cannot operate the menu.
Strange sound. The ventilation holes can accumulate dust over a period of time. 
The accumulated dust may make the cooling function of the built-
in fan less effective. To prevent this, we recommend removing the 
dust periodically (once a month) using a vacuum cleaner.
 If the item you want to select appears in a pale colour, you cannot 
select it.
The TV cabinet creaks.  Changes in room temperature sometimes causes the TV cabinet to 
expand...

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 • If you continue to experience problems, have your TV serviced by qualified personnel.
   Never open the casing yourself.
Problem Possible solution
Cannot insert the “Memory Stick” into the 
“Memory Stick” slot.
Images from the “Memory Stick” can not 
be displayed or you can view the image but 
some features are not available and an 
error message appears on the TV screen.• The “Memory Stick” is not facing in the correct direction. Insert 
the “Memory Stick” with the b mark...

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Television Channel Number Guide
Only the main transmitters are listed. Information regarding the regional sub-relay channel numbers can be 
obtained by contacting The BBC Engineering Information Dept., Telephone Number 020 7852 5040.
MAIN TRANSMITTERS BBC1 BBC2 ITV CH4 CH5
London & South East
1Bluebell Hill 40 46 43 65 -2Crystal Palace 26 33 23 30 -3Dover 50566653-4Heathfield 49 52 64 67 -5Oxford 57 63 60 53 49
South-West
6Beacon Hill 57 63 60 53 -7Caradon Hill 22 28 25 32 -8Huntshaw Cross 55 62 59...

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Index
Additional Information
A
Accessories, supplied  9
Aerial, connecting  14
AFT  28
Anchor attachments  14
Audio adjustment menu  20
Audio output  21
Auto format  22
Auto shutoff  25
Auto Start Up button  12
Auto volume  20
AV Mouse  9, 42
AV Preset  27
AV2 Output  23
AV3 Output  23
B, C
Balance, adjusting  20
Bass, adjusting  20
Batteries,
inserting into the remote control  13
BBE  20
Brightness, adjusting  18
Buttons,
overview of the remote control  10
overview of the TV Buttons  12
Camcorder,...