Sony Mfm Ht205 Operating Instructions

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xConnecting video equipment using the 
COMPONENT jacks
If you intend to connect video  equipment that has component 
video output jacks, such as a DVD  player, follow the instructions 
below.
Using a video signal cable (n ot supplied) and an audio 
cord (not supplied), connect  the video equipment to the 
display’s COMPONENT jacks.
x Connecting video equipment using the 
VIDEO 1/2 jacks
If you intend to connect video e quipment that has composite/S 
video output jacks, such  as a VCR, follow the...

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For VIDEO 2
Note
When you connect video equipment to both composite video 
input and S video input jacks, the signal from the S video jack 
is displayed.
xConnecting an antenna
If you intend to connect an antenna to receive the TV signal, 
follow the instructions below.
Using the 75-ohm coaxial cable (supplied), connect an 
antenna to the display’s VHF/UHF jack.
Note
It is strongly recommended that you connect the antenna using a 75-ohm 
coaxial cable to get optimum picture quality. A 300-ohm twin...

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Setup 3: Connect the power cord
1 Connect the supplied power cord securely to the 
display’s AC IN connector.
2 Connect the other end securely to a power outlet.
Setup 4: Replace the connector 
cover
While pressing the hooks, push the connector cover 
onto the display until it clicks.
Setup 5: Turn on the display and 
other equipment
1Press the 1 (power) switch on the front of the 
display.
The 1 (power) indicator lights up in green.
2 Turn on the computer or other video equipment.
3 Press the...

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If no picture appears on the screen
• Check that the power cord and the video signal cable are 
properly connected.
 If “No Input Signal” appears on the screen: – The computer is in the power saving mode. Try pressing any 
key on the keyboard or moving the mouse.
– Check that the input signal se tting is correct by pressing the 
 button (page 13).
 If “Cable Disconnected” appears on the screen: – Check that the video signal  cable is properly connected.
– Check that the input signal se tting is...

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Watching the TV
 Setting the TV channels
To watch TV programs, you need to run “Auto Program” to set up 
your channels.
Perform the followi ng “Auto Program” procedure before you 
watch TV programs for the first time.
For details on the use of the  menu and buttons, see “Navigating 
the menu” on page 16.
Message of “Auto Program Not  Run” appears until you select 
“Auto Program.”
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the  M/m buttons to select   (Channel) and 
press the OK button.
The “Channel” menu...

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Using other features
You can also use the following TV features.
xWatching TV programs with closed captions
Set “Caption Vision” in the “Option” menu to “On.” For details, 
see “Setting “Caption Vision” (for TV/COMPONENT/VIDEO 1/
VIDEO 2 only)” on page 33.
xUsing the Parental Control feature
Select control options in the “Parent” menu. For details, see 
“Parent menu” on page 26.
Button operations (remote control)
Tip 
The   and   buttons are also available on the display.
Customizing Your Display
You...

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4 Adjust the item.
Press the M/m buttons to make the adjustment, then press the 
OK button. 
When you press the OK button, the setting is stored, then the 
display returns to the previous menu.
5 Close the menu.
Press the MENU button once to return to normal viewing. If 
no buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after 
about 45 seconds.
xWhen you use the buttons on the remote 
control
1 Display the main menu.
Press the MENU button to display the main menu on the 
screen.
2 Select the...

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 Picture menu
You can adjust the following items using the “Picture” menu.
Mode
Backlight
Contrast (Picture)
Brightness
Color
Hue
Sharpness
Color Temp.
Gamma
Picture Mode Reset
NR
 Dynamic Contrast
Tip
The “Backlight,” “Contrast,” “Brightness,” “Color,” “Hue,” “Sharpness,” 
“Color Temp.,” and “Gamma” menus can be set for each Picture mode. 
Also, Picture Mode can be set for each available input.
xSelecting the Picture Mode for PC 1/PC 2
You can select the appropriate screen brightness for your...

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xAdjusting “Backlight” 
If the screen is too bright, adjust the backlight to make the screen 
easier to see.
1 Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
2 Press the M/m buttons to select   (Picture) and 
press the OK button.
The “Picture” menu appears on the screen.
3 Press the M/m buttons to select “Backlight” and 
press the OK button.
The “Backlight” menu appears on the screen.
4 Press the M/m buttons to adjust the light level and 
press the OK button.
xAdjusting “Contrast”...

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xAdjusting “Color Temp.” (for PC 1/PC 2 
only)
You can select the picture’s color level for the white color field 
from the default color temperature settings.
Also, if necessary, you can fine tune the color temperature.
1 Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
2Press the M/m buttons to select   (Picture) and 
press the OK button.
The “Picture” menu appears on the screen.
3Press the M/m buttons to select “Color Temp.” and 
press the OK button.
The “Color Temp.” menu appears on the...