Trinitron KV-BZ212M50 - Projector SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	CRT Television (Trinitron)
Brand	Sony
Model	Trinitron KV-BZ212M50
Screen Size	21 inches (53 cm) diagonal
Display Technology	Trinitron (Aperture Grille CRT)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx. 20.1 x 18.9 x 19.7 inches (510 x 480 x 500 mm)
Weight	Approx. 61.7 lbs (28 kg)
Power Consumption	95 W (typical)
Input Voltage	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Audio Output	2 x 5 W (stereo)
Input Connectors	Composite video, S-Video, RF antenna, Audio L/R
Tuner	Analog NTSC
Remote Control	Included (RM-xxx)
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe screen with soft dry cloth; do not use solvents.
Safety Precautions	Do not block ventilation slots; unplug during thunderstorms.
Spare Parts Availability	Limited; check Sony support or third-party suppliers.
Repairability	Serviceable by qualified technician; high voltage inside.
General Information	Part of Sony Trinitron series; known for excellent picture quality.

Frequently Asked Questions - Trinitron KV-BZ212M50 SONY

How do I connect external devices like a DVD player to my Sony Trinitron KV-BZ212M50?

Use the composite video (yellow RCA) and audio (red/white RCA) inputs on the back of the TV. Connect the corresponding cables from your device. Select the correct input source using the INPUT button on the remote or TV.

Why is there no picture but sound is working?

This could indicate a problem with the picture tube or video circuitry. First, check that the brightness and contrast settings are not turned down. If the issue persists, it may require professional repair due to high voltage components.

How do I clean the screen safely?

Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe the screen. Do not apply any liquids directly. For stubborn smudges, lightly dampen the cloth with distilled water. Avoid ammonia-based cleaners as they can damage the anti-glare coating.

Can I use a universal remote with this TV?

Yes, most universal remotes support Sony TV codes. Look for a code for Sony Trinitron TVs, often 0001 or 1001. Refer to your remote's manual for programming instructions.

What is the lifespan of the CRT tube?

CRT tubes typically last 10-20 years depending on usage. The KV-BZ212M50 is from the late 1990s or early 2000s; if still working, it may need occasional adjustment. Signs of aging include dimming or color shifts.

How do I adjust the picture settings?

Press the MENU button on the remote, navigate to Picture settings. Adjust options like Brightness, Contrast, Color, and Sharpness. The Trinitron also has a 'Personal' mode for custom settings.

Is the TV compatible with digital converters?

Yes, you can connect a digital converter box (DTV converter) via the RF antenna input or composite video input. Tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 if using RF, or select the input for composite.

Why does the screen have a high-pitched whine?

A faint high-pitched sound is normal for CRT TVs due to the flyback transformer operating at 15.625 kHz (horizontal scan frequency). If it becomes loud or changes, it may indicate a component issue.

How do I use the sleep timer?

Press the SLEEP button on the remote repeatedly to set the desired time (15, 30, 60, 90 minutes). The TV will automatically turn off after the set period.

What safety precautions should I take?

Do not open the TV case due to high voltage even when unplugged. Ensure proper ventilation; do not block the vents on the back. Unplug during lightning storms or if not used for extended periods. Keep away from moisture.

USER MANUAL Trinitron KV-BZ212M50 SONY

Operating Instructions

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

Instruction Manual

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© 2006 Sony Corporation

M50 P50

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 ① 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 ↑ or ↓ to select the desired menu language, then press 🧑

The selected menu language appears.

2 Press ↑ or ↓ to select "Yes", then press 🔒 to preset the channels automatically.

The screen will indicate automatic presetting is in progress ("TV system" is available for KV-BZ212M50 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 Ⓐ, 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
2ote control sensor.	-
3Wake Up indicator. 11
3andby indicator. 4
4 → 2	Video input terminal 2.	8
5DG +/-	Select program number.	-
6 +/ -	Adjust volume.	-
7	Select TV or video input.	8
WEGA GATE menu operations6↑,↓,←,→		Select and adjust items.	12
7+	Confirm selected items.	12
WEGA GATE	Display or cancel WEGA GATE menu.	12
9T	Antenna input terminal.	8
10	Monitor output terminal.	8
11Component video input terminal. 9
121	Video input terminal 1.	8

■ Connecting optional components

Connecting to the video input terminal (→)

TV rear panel

Note

- If you connect a VCR to the antenna input, preset the signal output from the VCR to 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 (⚙)

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. To select - quickly, press and hold until the desired program number appears.
5 △ +/-	Adjust volume.	-
8 Not function for your TV. -
9 Not function for your TV. -
10 Display on-screen information. -
11 Write the sound. -
13 ➔	Select TV or video input.	8
14 0 - 9	Input numbers. For program numbers 10 and above, enter the second digit within two seconds.	-
19 ➕	Not function for your TV.	-
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
WEGA GATE menu operations
6 ➕	Confirm selected items.	12
7 WEGA GATE	Display or cancel WEGA GATE menu.
17 ♠, ♦, ↔, ➤	Select and adjust items.
18 RETURN	Return to the previous level.

Button Description Page
Timer operations15 Set TV to turn on automatically according to the -(Wake Up Timer) desired period of time (max. of 12 hours).The 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 access to preset TV channels, connected external inputs and "Settings" menu.

How to use WEGA GATE

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

(2) Press (→) to confirm your selection or go to the next level.

(3) Press ↑ or ↓ to select the desired item.

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

Tip

- The WEGA GATE, ♣ and ↑, ↓, ←, → buttons on the top control panel can also be used for the operations above.

"Settings" Adjustment

You are able to change the settings of your TV from "Settings" in WEGA GATE menu.

Press WEGA GATE button to display 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"

"Signal Level Indicator": "On" → "Off"

"Sound" (see page 15)

"Balance"

"Channel Setup" (see page 16)

"Auto Program"

"Manual Program"

"Program": "00" - "99"

"TV System": "B/G" → "I" → "D/K" (KV-BZ212M50 only)

"Setup" (see page 18)

"Language": "English" → "Chinese"

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

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

→ "NTSC4.43"

"Factory Settings": "Yes" → "No"

* The color system "SECAM" is available for KV-BZ212M50 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 settings below.

1 Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings".

2 Make sure the "Picture" icon is selected, then press .

3 Press ↑ or ↓ to select the desired item (e.g., "Picture Mode"), then press 🔊.

Select To

“Picture Mode” choose either “Vivid” (bright, 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 press 🧑.To cancel, select “Off”, then press 🧑
“Signal Level Indicator” display the signal level when the “Intelligent Picture” is functioning.“Intelligent Picture Signal Level” indicator will be displayed,followed by picture improvement when you change the program number or the input mode.
	red(weak)	amber(average)	green(good)
	Press ↑ or ↓ to select “On”, then press 🧑.To cancel, select “Off”, then press 🧑 Intelligent Picture” is still functioning.

* 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 the up, down, left, or right arrow buttons to adjust the setting of your selected item, then press

3 Repeat the above steps to adjust other items. The adjusted settings will be applied 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 settings below.

1 Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings".

2 Press the up or down arrow to select the "Sound" icon (♪), then press the center button.

Select To

"Balance"	Press ↓ or ← to emphasize the left speaker.
	Press ↑ or → to emphasize the right speaker.

■ Changing the "Channel Setup" setting

The "Channel Setup" menu allows you to adjust the settings below.

1 Press WEGA GATE and select "Settings". 2 Press the up or down arrow to select the "Channel Setup" icon (☐), then press the center button. 3 Press the up or down arrow to select the desired item (e.g., "Auto Program"), then press the center button.

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-BZ212M50 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 adjust settings below.

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

Note

- The color system "SECAM" is available for KV-BZ212M50 only.

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-BZ212M50 only) (see page 17).
No picture, no sound	Check the power cord, antenna and VCR connections (see page 8).Press 1/∅ (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

	KV-BZ212M50KV-BZ212P50	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 KV-BZ212M50 only
	B/G KV-BZ212P50 only
Color system	PAL, PAL 60, SECAM, NTSC3.58 (AV IN), NTSC4.43 KV-BZ212M50 only
	PAL, PAL 60, NTSC3.58 (AV IN), NTSC4.43 KV-BZ212P50 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-BZ212M50 only
D/K	VHF: C1 to C12, R1 to R12/UHF: C13 to C57, R21 to R60 /CATV: S01 to S03, S1 to S41, Z1 to Z39
T (Antenna)	75-ohm external terminal
Audio output (Speaker)	3 W + 3 W
Number of terminal(Video)	Input: 2 Output: 1 Phono jacks; 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
(Audio)	Input: 3 Output: 1 Phono jacks; 500 mVrms
(Component Video)	Input: 1 Phono jacks;Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, sync negative CB : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms CR : 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Picture tube	21 in.
Tube size (cm)	54	Measured diagonally
Screen size (cm)	51	Measured diagonally
Dimensions (w/h/d, mm)	497 × 468 × 494
Mass (kg)	23

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.