Trinitron KV-BZ21P40 - Projector SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Video Projector (CRT TV)
Brand	Sony
Model	Trinitron KV-BZ21P40
Power Requirements	110–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	Indicated on rear of TV
Television System	B/G (KV-BZ21P40 only)
Color System	PAL, PAL 60, SECAM (not applicable), NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43
Channel Coverage (B/G)	VHF: E2-E12, UHF: E21-E69, CATV: S01-S03, S1-S41
Antenna Input	75-ohm external terminal
Audio Output	3 W + 3 W (mono model)
Video Inputs	2 (Phono jacks, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Monitor Output	1 (Phono jack)
Component Video Input	Not available (KV-BZ21M50 only)
Headphone Jack	Stereo minijack (KV-BZ21P40)
Picture Tube Size	21 inches (54 cm diagonal)
Screen Size	51 cm diagonal
Dimensions (W x H x D)	497 x 468 x 494 mm
Mass	23 kg
Remote Control	Supplied, batteries included
Initial Setup	Automatic channel presetting, program sorting/edit
Menu Navigation	WEGA GATE navigator
Picture Adjustments	Picture Mode (Vivid/Standard/Custom), Picture, Brightness, Color, Hue, Sharpness, Color Temperature, Intelligent Picture
Sound Adjustments	Sound Mode (Dynamic/Standard/Custom), Balance, Intelligent Volume, Surround
Timer Functions	Sleep Timer (max 1.5 h), Wake Up Timer (max 12 h)
Safety Notes	Do not open cabinet; high voltages inside; avoid moisture; unplug during storms
Cleaning	Dry soft cloth; no benzine, thinner, or chemicals

Frequently Asked Questions - Trinitron KV-BZ21P40 SONY

How do I set up my Sony Trinitron KV-BZ21P40 for the first time?

When you turn on the TV for the first time, the Initial Setup menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to select the menu language, then choose 'Yes' to automatically preset channels. After presetting, you can sort or edit channels using the Program Sorting/Edit menu. To prevent this menu from reappearing, select 'No' at the final step.

How do I adjust the picture settings?

Press WEGA GATE, select 'Settings', then choose the Picture icon. You can select a preset Picture Mode (Vivid, Standard, Custom) or adjust individual items like Picture (contrast), Brightness, Color, Hue, and Sharpness under Picture Adjustment in Custom mode.

Why is there no picture or sound?

Check that the power cord is plugged in and the TV is turned on (press the main power button on the TV). Verify the antenna and VCR connections. If the issue persists, press the main power button to turn the TV off for about five seconds, then turn it on again.

How do I clean the TV safely?

Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the TV. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any chemical cleaners. Avoid scratching the picture tube. Never attach adhesive tape or glue to the painted cabinet.

How do I set the sleep timer?

Use the Sleep Timer button on the remote control (if available) or access it via the WEGA GATE menu under 'Settings' then 'Timer'. You can set the TV to turn off automatically after a period up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.

What should I do if the picture has double images or ghosts?

Use a highly directional antenna. Try the Fine Tuning function in the 'Manual Program' menu. Check the antenna setup or turn off any external booster. If the problem persists, contact a Sony dealer.

How do I connect external devices like a DVD player?

Use the Video Input terminals on the front or rear panel. For component video (Y/Cb/Cr), only model KV-BZ21M50 supports it. Connect the audio jacks to the corresponding L/MONO and R inputs. Then press the Input button on the remote to select the correct source.

What does the WEGA GATE button do?

WEGA GATE is the main menu navigator. Press it to access preset TV channels, external inputs, and the Settings menu. Use the arrow buttons to select items and press the center button to confirm.

Is it safe to leave the TV plugged in when not in use?

Even when the TV is turned off, it is still connected to the AC power source as long as the power cord is plugged in. For safety, unplug the TV if you will not use it for several days, or during lightning storms.

How do I reset the TV to factory settings?

Press WEGA GATE, select 'Settings', go to the Setup menu, then choose Factory Settings. Select 'Yes' and confirm. The TV will go blank and then show the Initial Setup menu again.

USER MANUAL Trinitron KV-BZ21P40 SONY

Operating Instructions

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- Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

使用說明書

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© 2005 Sony Corporation

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WARNING

• Dangerously high voltages are present inside the TV. • TV operating voltage: 110 – 240 V AC. - Do not plug in the power cord until you have completed making all other connections; otherwise a minimum leakage current might flow through the antenna and other terminals to ground. - To avoid battery leakage and damage to the remote, remove the batteries from the remote if you are not going to use it for several days. If any liquid leaks from the batteries and touches your skin, immediately wash it away with water.

For your own safety, do not touch any part of the TV, the power cord and the antenna cable during lightning storms.	For children's safety, do not leave children alone with the TV. Do not allow children to climb onto it.	Toprevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the TV to rain or moisture.
Do not place any objects on the TV. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.	Do not operate the TV if any liquid or solid object falls into it. Have it checked immediately by qualified personnel only.	Install the TV on a stable TV stand and floor which can support the TV set weight. Ensure that the TV stand surface is flat and its area is larger than the bottom area of the TV.
Do not block the ventilation openings of the TV. Do not install the TV in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.	Your TV is recommended for home use only. Do not use the TV in any vehicle or where it may be subject to excessive dust, heat, moisture or vibrations.	Do not plug in too many appliances to the same power socket. Do not damage the power cord.
Do not open the cabinet and the rear cover of the TV as high voltages and other hazards are present inside the TV. Refer servicing and disposal of the TV to qualified personnel.	Clean the TV with a dry and soft cloth. Do not use benzine, thinner, or any other chemicals to clean the TV. Do not attach anything (e.g., adhesive tape, cellophane tape, glue) on the painted cabinet of the TV. Do not scratch the picture tube.	Pull the power cord out by the plug. Do not pull the power cord itself. Even if your TV is turned off, it is still connected to the AC power source (mains) as long as the power cord is plugged in. Unplug the TV before moving it or if you are not going to use it for several days.

Table of Contents

Getting Started .... 4

Setting up your TV ("Initial Setup") 5

TV top control, front and rear panels 7

Connecting optional components 8

Using the remote control and basic functions ...... 10

Introducing the WEGA GATE navigator 12

"Settings" Adjustment 13

Changing the "Picture" setting.... 14

Changing the "Sound" setting.... 15

Changing the "Channel Setup" setting 16

Changing the "Setup" setting 18

Troubleshooting 19

Specifications ...... Back cover

■Getting Started

Step 1

Insert the batteries (supplied) into the remote.

Note

- Do not use old or different types of batteries together.

Step 2

Connect the antenna cable (not supplied) to the antenna input at the rear of the TV.

Tip

- You can also connect your TV to other optional components (see page 8).

Step 3

Plug in the power cord, then press the power button on the TV to turn it on.

Note

- The standby indicator flashes green for a few seconds when turning on the TV. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Step 4

Set up the TV by following the instructions of the "Initial Setup" menu (see page 5).

Setting up your TV ("Initial Setup")

When you turn on your TV for the first time, the "Initial Setup" menu will appear. You may change the menu language, preset the TV channels automatically, and sort or edit the channels using the buttons on the remote control or TV top control panel.

1 Press the up or down arrow to select the desired menu language, then press the confirm button.

The selected menu language appears.

2 Press the up or down arrow to select "Yes", then press the confirm button to preset the channels automatically.

The screen will indicate automatic presetting is in progress (“TV system” is available for KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/BZ14M40 only).

After all available channels have been tuned and stored, the “Program Sorting/Edit” menu appears automatically on the screen.

To skip automatic channel presetting, select "No", then press ⏻.

If the message "No channel found. Please connect cable/antenna" appears, check your TV connections, then press ⏻.

3 The "Program Sorting/Edit" menu enables you to sort and edit the channels.

a) If you wish to keep the channels in the current condition, press WEGA GATE to exit. b) Press ↑ or ↓ to select the program number with the channel you wish to change. The selected channel will appear on the screen. c) If you wish to store the channels in a different order:

1) Press → to enter sorting mode. 2) Press ↑ or ↓ to select the new program number position for your selected channel, then press ←.

Setting up your TV ("Initial Setup") (continued)

d) If you wish to edit the channels, press to change to edit mode.

Press ➤ until the mode that you wish to edit is highlighted: Label, Skip, (block symbol). Then press ⏻.

1) To label, press ↑ or ↓ to select the alphanumeric characters for the label. Then press 📄. 2) To skip the program number, press ↑ or ↓ to select "On". Then press +. You can skip this program number when using PROG +/- 3) To block unwanted program number, press ↑ or ↓ to select 🔒. Then press 📋

e) Repeat step b) to d) if you wish to change other channels.

Press WEGA GATE to go to the next menu.

4 To prevent this "Initial Setup" menu from appearing again when you turn on the TV by pressing ①, press ↑ or ↓ to select "No", then press ⊕.

To allow this menu to appear again, select "Yes", then press ✉.

Tip

- You can immediately go to the end of the "Initial Setup" menu by pressing WEGA GATE.

■ TV top control, front and rear panels

Button/Terminal Function Page
11Turn off or turn on the TV. 4
2 Remote control sensor.
3 Wake Up indicator. 11
3 Standby indicator. 4
4 Headphone jack.
5 2	Video input terminal 2.	8
6 PROG +/-	Select program number.	-
7 +/-	Adjust volume.	-
8	Select TV or video input.	8
WEGA GATE menu operations
6,7 ↑,↓,←,→	Select and adjust items.	12
8 +	Confirm selected items.	12
9 WEGA GATE	Display or cancel WEGA GATE menu.	12
10 SOUND MODE (KV-BZ21M50 only)	Select sound mode options with a 5-Band Graphic Equalizer display.	10
11 T	Antenna input terminal.	8
12 G	Monitor output terminal.	8
13 Component video input terminal. 9
14 1	Video input terminal 1.	8

★ The earphone jack will be labeled as ☐ for KV-BZ14 only.

■ Connecting optional components

Connecting to the video input terminal (→)

TV front panel

* Sound Mix Terminal (KV-BZ21M40/BZ21P40/BZ14M40/BZ14P40 only)

You can connect the audio L and R jacks from your AV equipment to both ♪(MONO) jacks on the TV to enjoy mixed left and right sound. If you do not prefer the mixed sound, disconnect either one of the ♪ (MONO) jacks.

Note

- If you connect a VCR to the antenna input, preset the signal output from the VCR to the program number 0 on the TV (see page 17).

Connecting to the monitor output terminal (↗)

TV rear panel

Connecting to the component video input terminal (→)

KV-BZ21M50 only

TV rear panel

Notes

• If your DVD player can output interlace and progressive mode signals, select the interlace output when connecting to the component video input on your TV. Your TV can receive either 525i/60Hz or 625i/50Hz interlace signals.
• The component video terminals on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y/Cb/Cr, Y/Pb/Pr, Y/Cb/Cr, or Y/B-Y/R-Y.
• If you select "DVD" on your TV screen, the signal from the monitor output jacks will not be output properly. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Using the remote control and basic functions

Button Description Page
1 I/⏻	Turn off temporarily or turn on the TV.	-
2 □ Display the TV program. -
3 Jump to last program number - that has been watched for at least five seconds.
4 PROG +/- Select program number. -
5 △ +/-	Adjust volume.	-
8 N功能 function for your TV. -
9 Select surround mode options: 15 (KV-BZ21M50 only)	"On", "Simulated", "Off".
10 Display on-screen information. -
11 Write the sound. -
13 ➔	Select TV or video input.	8
14 0 - 9	Input numbers.	-
19 ♪ (KV-BZ21M50 only)	Select sound mode options with a 5-Band Graphic Equalizer display: "Dynamic", "Standard", "Custom"*. * When the "Custom" mode is selected, you can receive the last adjusted sound settings from the "Sound Adjustment" option in the menu.	15
20 ➣	Select picture mode options: "Vivid", "Standard", "Custom"*. * When the "Custom" mode is selected, you can receive the last adjusted picture settings from the "Picture Adjustment" option in the menu.	14

Button Description Page
WEGA GATE menu operations6 Confirm selected items. 127 WEGA GATE Display or cancel WEGA GATE menu.17 ↑, ↓, ←, →18 RETURN Return to the previous level.
Timer operations15 Set TV to turn on automatically according to the - (Wake Up Timer) desired period of time (max. of 12 hours).The 4 Indicator on TV lights up amber once you set the wake up timer.If no buttons or controls are pressed for more than one hour after the TV is turned on using the wake up timer, the TV automatically goes into standby mode.16 Set TV to turn off automatically according to the - (Sleep Timer) desired period of time (max. of one hour and 30 min.).
Teletext operations (green label)≡, ≡, ⊕, ➕, ?, ⚠, ▲, ▶■ (red, green, yellow, blue)	Not function for your TV.	-
PIP operations□, ⊙, ↑, ↓, ←, →	Not function for your TV.	-
Stereo/bilingual operations12 A/B	Not function for your TV.	-

Introducing the WEGA GATE navigator

WEGA GATE is a gateway that allows you to access preset TV channels, connected external inputs, and the "Settings" menu.

How to use WEGA GATE

(1) Press WEGA GATE to display or cancel the WEGA GATE menu.

(2) Press the right arrow button to confirm your selection or go to the next level.

(3) Press the up or down arrow button to select the desired item.

(4) Press RETURN to move to the previous level.

Tip

- The WEGA GATE, the home button, and the arrow buttons on the top control panel can also be used for the operations above.

"Settings" Adjustment

You can change the settings of your TV from "Settings" in the WEGA GATE menu.

Press the WEGA GATE button to display the WEGA GATE menu. Press ↑ or ↓ to select "Settings" and press 🔒.

The following is an overview of the items that can be adjusted.

"Picture" (see page 14)

"Picture Mode": "Vivid" → "Standard" → "Custom"

"Picture Adjustment": "Picture", "Brightness", "Color", "Hue", "Sharpness", "Reset"

"Color Temperature": "Cool" → "Neutral" → "Warm"

"Intelligent Picture": "On" → "Off"

"Sound" (see page 15)

"Sound Mode": "Dynamic" → "Standard" → "Custom" (KV-BZ21M50 only)

"Sound Adjustment": "Adjust", "Reset" (KV-BZ21M50 only)

"Balance" (KV-BZ21M50 only)

"Intelligent Volume": "On" → "Off"

"Surround": "On" → "Simulated" → "Off" (KV-BZ21M50 only)

"Channel Setup" (see page 16)

"Auto Program"

"Manual Program"

"Program": "00" - "99"

"TV System": "B/G" - "I" "D/K" "M" (KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/BZ14M40 only)

"Signal Booster": "Auto" → "Off"

"Program Sorting/Edit"

"Setup" (see page 18)

"Language": "English" → "(Chinese)"

"Video Label": "Video Input", "Label"

"Color System": "Auto" → "PAL" "SECAM"* "NTSC3.58"

→ "NTSC4.43"

"Wake Up Timer Beep": "On" → "Off" (KV-BZ21M50 only)

"Factory Settings": "Yes" → "No"

* The color system "SECAM" is available for KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/BZ14M40 only.

Note

- When a feature is dimmed in the menu, it is not selectable.

■ Changing the "Picture" setting

The "Picture" menu allows you to adjust the picture settings.

1	Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings".
2	Make sure the "Picture" icon (selected, then press .
3	Press ↑ or ↓ to select the desired item (e.g., "Picture Mode"), then press
	Select To
	"Picture Mode" choose either "Vivid" (contrast and sharp), "Standard"(normal) or "Custom"*.
	"Color Temperature" adjust white color tint.Choose either "Cool" (blue tint), "Neutral" (neutral tint) or"Warm" (red tint).
	"Intelligent Picture" optimize picture quality.Press ↑ or ↓ to select "On", then pressTo cancel, select "Off", then press

* You can adjust the setting to your personal preference in the "Picture Adjustment" and "Color Temperature" options only when the "Custom" mode is selected.

Adjusting the "Picture Adjustment" items under "Custom" mode

1	Press ↑ or ↓ to select either "Picture" (contrast), "Brightness", "Color", "Hue" (color tones) or "Sharpness", then press ⏻.Selecting "Reset" will set your TV to the factory settings.
2	Press ↑,↓,← or → to adjust the setting of your selected item, then press ⏻.
3	Repeat the above steps to adjust other items.The adjusted settings will be received when you select "Custom".

Notes

• "Hue" can be adjusted for the NTSC color system only.
• Reducing "Sharpness" can also reduce picture noise.

■ Changing the "Sound" setting

The "Sound" menu allows you to adjust the sound settings.

1 Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings". 2 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the "Sound" icon (♪), then press 🔊. 3 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the desired item (e.g., "Sound Mode"), then press ☐.

Select To

"Sound Mode" choose either "Dynamic" (low and high tones), "Standard" (KV-BZ21M50 only) (voice and high tones) or "Custom"*.

"Balance" (KV-BZ21M50 only) Press ↓ or ← to emphasize the left speaker. Press ↑ or → to emphasize the right speaker.

"Intelligent Volume" automatically adjusts the volume of all program numbers and video inputs. Press ↑ or ↓ to select "On", then press ⏻. To cancel, select "Off", then press ⏻.

"Surround" choose either "On" (surround), "Simulated" (stereo-like (KV-BZ21M50 only) monaural sound) or "Off".

* You can adjust the setting to your personal preference in the "Sound Adjustment" option only when the "Custom" mode is selected.

Adjusting the "Sound Adjustment" item under "Custom" mode (KV-BZ21M50 only)

The 5-Band Graphic Equalizer feature allows you to adjust sound frequency settings of "Custom" mode in the menu.

1 Make sure that "Adjust" is selected, then press

Selecting "Reset" will set your TV to the factory settings.

2 Press ← or → to select the desired sound frequency, then press ↑ or ↓ to adjust the setting and press 📋

The adjusted settings will be received when you select "Custom".

Notes

• Adjusting higher frequency will affect higher pitched sound and adjusting lower frequency will affect lower pitched sound.
• You may display the settings directly using the SOUND MODE button on the top control panel (see page 7) or button on the remote control (see page 10).

■ Changing the "Channel Setup" setting

The "Channel Setup" menu allows you to preset channels automatically, manually preset channels and sort or edit the channels.

1 Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings". 2 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the "Channel Setup" icon (☐), then press ☐. 3 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the desired item (e.g., "Auto Program"), then press ✉.

Select To

"Auto Program" preset channels automatically.
"Manual Program" manually	preset desired channels and channels that cannot be preset automatically (see Presetting channels manually in page 17).
"Program Sorting/Edit"	change the order in which the channels appear on the screen, label the program number, skip the program number and block unwanted programs.(see step 3 of the section "Initial Setup" in page 5).

Notes

• If you preset a blocked program number, that program number will be unblocked automatically.
• If you sort a blocked program, that program will remain blocked.

Presetting channels manually

1 After selecting "Manual Program", select the program number to which you want to preset a channel.

(1) Make sure "Program" is selected, then press ☐. (2) Press ♠ or ♠ until the program number you want to preset appears on the menu, then press +.

2 Select the desired channel.

(1) Make sure either "VHF Low", "VHF High" or "UHF" is selected, then press (2) Press ↑ or ↓ until the desired channel's broadcast appears on the TV screen, then press

3 If the sound of the desired channel is abnormal, select the appropriate TV system (KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/BZ14M40 only).

(1) Press ↑ or ↓ to select "TV System", then press (2) Press ↑ or ↓ until the sound becomes normal, then press

4 If you are not satisfied with the picture and sound quality, you may be able to improve them by using the "Fine" tuning feature.

(1) Press ↑ or ↓ to select "Fine", then press ☐ (2) Press ↑ or ↓ to select "Manual", then press (3) Press ↑, ↓, ← or → until the picture and sound quality are optimal, then press +. The + or - icon on the menu flashes while tuning.

5 If the TV signal is too strong (picture distorted; picture with lines; signal interference) or weak (snowy picture), you may be able to improve the picture quality by setting the "Signal Booster" feature.

(1) Press ↑ or ↓ to select "Signal Booster", then press (2) Press ↑ or ↓ to select either "Off" (for picture distorted; picture with lines; signal interference) or "Auto" (for snowy picture), then press +.

Changing the "Setup" setting

The "Setup" menu allows you to change the menu language, label the connected equipment, select the color system, set the wake up timer beep, and reset your TV to factory settings.

1 Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings".

2 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the "Setup" icon (✗), then press ⊕.

3 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the desired item (e.g., "Language"), then press ☐.

Select To

"Language" change the menu language.

Press ↑ or ↓ to select either "English" or "中文" (Chinese), then press

"Video Label" label the connected equipment.

(1) Select "Video Input" and press ⏻. Press ♦ or ↓ to select the input you want to label, then press ⏻

(2) Select "Label" and press ⏻, then press ↑ or ↓ to select the label options: "Video 1"/"Video 2"/"DVD" (KV-BZ21M50 only), "VCR", "SAT", "Game" or "Edit"*.

* You may edit the video label to your favorite name. Press ↑ or ↓ to select alphanumeric characters for the label, then press 🧑

"Color System" select the color system.

Press ↑ or ↓ to select either "Auto", "PAL", "SECAM", "NTSC3.58" or "NTSC4.43", then press ⊕. Normally, set this to "Auto".

"Wake Up Timer Beep" allow your TV to emit beeping sound when TV switches on automatically using wake up timer.

(KV-BZ21M50 only) Press ↑ or ↓ to select “On”, then press ☐. To cancel, select “Off”, then press ☐

"Factory Settings" reset your TV to factory settings. Press ☐ and press ◆ or ↓ to select "Yes", then press ☐. To cancel, select "No", then press ☐

Notes

• The color system "SECAM" is available for KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/BZ14M40 only.
• To ensure the beeping sound can be heard, you must set an appropriate volume level on your TV and make sure the TV is not in mute condition.
• To stop the beeping sound, press any buttons on the remote control or top control panel.
• If no button is pressed for three minutes, the beeping sound will automatically go off.

Troubleshooting

If you find any problem while viewing your TV, you can either use the "Factory Settings" function or check the Troubleshooting guide below. If the problem persists, contact your Sony dealer.

"Factory Settings" function

Press the WEGA GATE button. Choose "Settings" and go to "Setup" (✗ menu. From "Setup" menu, select "Factory Settings". Then select "Yes" and press ⨟. Your TV will go blank for a few seconds, then the "Initial Setup" menu will appear. Your TV will be set to factory settings, but certain problems may be solved.

Symptom Solutions
Snowy picture, noisy sound	Check the antenna cable and connection on the TV, VCR and at the wall (see page 8).Check the antenna setup. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.Display the “Channel Setup” menu and select “Manual Program” to preset the channel again (see page 17).Display the “Channel Setup” menu and set the “Signal Booster” to “Auto” from “Manual Program” (see page 17).Try using an external booster.
Distorted picture, noisy sound	Turn off or disconnect the external booster if it is in use.Display the “Channel Setup” menu and set the “Signal Booster” to “Off” from “Manual Program” (see page 17).
Good picture, noisy sound	Display the “Channel Setup” menu and select the appropriate “TV System” from “Manual Program” (KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/BZ14M40 only) (see page 17).
No picture, no sound	Check the power cord, antenna and VCR connections (see page 8).Press I/O (power) to turn on the TV (see page 10).Press 1 (main power) on the TV to turn off the TV for about five seconds, then turn it on again (see page 7).
Good picture, no sound	Press + to increase the volume level (see page 10).Pr ess to cancel the muting (see page 10).
Dotted lines or stripes	Do not use a hair dryer or other equipment near the TV.Check the antenna setup. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.
Double images or “ghosts”	Use a highly directional antenna.Use the fine tuning (“Fine”) function (see page 17).Check the antenna setup. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.T urn off or disconnect the external booster if it is in use.
No color	Display the “Picture” menu and select “Custom” from “Picture Mode”, then adjust the “Color” level from “Picture Adjustment” (see page 14).Display the “Setup” menu and check the “Color System” setting (usually set this to “Auto”) (see page 18).Check the antenna setup. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.

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Troubleshooting (continued)

Symptom Solutions
Picture slant	·Keep external speakers or other electrical equipment away from the TV.
Abnormal color patches	·Keep external speakers or other equipment away from the TV. Do not move the TV while the TV is turned on. Press 1 (main power) on the TV to turn off the TV for about 15 minutes, then turn it on again to demagnetize the TV.
The ⏻ (standby) indicator on your TV flashes red several times after every three seconds.	·Count the number of times the ⏻ (standby) indicator flashes. Press 1 (main power) to turn off your TV. Contact your nearest Sony service center.
The TV screen sometimes goes blank for slightly longer than usual during channel change.	·The “Signal Booster” is functioning to detect a weak signal. This does not indicate a malfunction.
TV cabinet creaks.	·Changes in room temperature sometimes make the TV cabinet expand or contract, causing a noise. This does not indicate a malfunction.
A small “boom” sound is heard when the TV is turned on.	·The TV’s demagnetizing function is working. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Warning

Step 1

Insert the supplied batteries into the remote control.

Note

Step 2

Step 3

"VHF Low" / "VHF High" / "UHF"

"Fine Tuning": "Auto" → "Manual"

"Signal Enhancement": "Auto" → "Off"

"Channel Sorting/Editing"

"NTSC3.58" → "NTSC4.43"

	KV-BZ21M50KV-BZ21M40KV-BZ21P40	KV-BZ14M40KV-BZ14P40	Note
Power requirements	110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (W)	Indicated on the rear of the TV
Television system	B/G, I, D/K, M
	B/G KV-BZ21P40/		BZ14P40 only
Color system	PAL, PAL 60, SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43
	PAL, PAL 60, NTSC3.58 (AV IN), NTSC4.43 KV-BZ21P40/		BZ14P40 only
Channel coverageB/G	VHF: E2 to E12 /UHF: E21 to E69 /CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41
I	UHF: B21 to B68 /CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41		KV-BZ21M50/BZ21M40/
D/K	VHF: C1 to C12, R1 to R12/UHF: C13 to C57, R21 to R60 / BZ14M40 onlyCATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41, Z1 to Z39
M	VHF: A2 to A13 /UHF: A14 to A79 /CATV: A-8 to A-2, A to W+4, W+6 to W+84
T Antenna)	75-ohm external terminal
Audio output (Speaker)	3 W + 3 W 3 W
Number of terminalVideo)	Input: 2 Output: 1 Phono jacks; 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Audio)	Input: 3 Output: 1 Phono jacks; 500 mVrms KV-BZ21M50 only
	Input: 2 Output: 1 Phono jacks; 500 mVrms KV-BZ21M40/		BZ21P40/BZ14M40/BZ14P40 only
ComponentVideo)	Input: 1 Phono jacks; KV-BZ21M50 onlyY: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms,sync negativeCB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohmsCR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Headphone)	Output: 1 Stereo minijack KV-BZ21M50/		BZ21M40/BZ21P40 only
Earphone)	Output: 1 Monaural minijack KV-BZ14M40/		BZ14P40 only
Picture tube	21 in. 14 in.
Tube size (cm)	54	37	Measured diagonally
Screen size (cm)	51	34	Measured diagonally
Dimensions (w/h/d, mm)	497 × 468 × 494	374 × 360 × 431
Mass (kg)	23	12

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.