Video

Problem

Possible Remedies

No picture, no

Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

sound

If a red light is flashing on the front of your TV for more than a

 

few minutes, disconnect and reconnect the power cord. If the

 

problem continues, call your local service center.

 

Check the TV/VIDEO setting: when watching TV, set it to TV;

 

when watching video equipment, set it to VIDEO 1, 2, 3 or 4

 

(page 4).

 

Try another channel to rule out station trouble.

 

 

Poor or no picture,

Adjust the Picture setting in the Video menu (page 28).

good sound

Adjust the Brightness setting in the Video menu (page 28).

 

Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 11).

 

 

No color

Adjust the Color setting in the Video menu (page 28).

 

 

Only snow appears

Check the Cable setting in the Channel menu (page 31).

on the screen

Check the antenna and/or cable connections (page 11).

 

Make sure the channel selected is currently broadcasting.

 

 

Dotted lines or

Adjust the antenna.

stripes

Move the TV away from other electronic equipment. Some

 

electronic equipment creates electrical noise, which can interfere

 

with TV reception.

 

 

Double images or

Check your outdoor antenna or call your cable service.

ghosts

 

 

 

Audio

Problem

Possible Remedies

Good picture, no

Press

so that Muting disappears from the screen (page 3).

sound

Check your Audio settings. Your TV may be set to Auto SAP in

 

 

the MTS feature (page 29).

Make sure the speaker option is set to On in the Audio Menu.

Adjust TV's volume.

Low or no audio

Some cable boxes have volume level controls. Check and see if

(TV and Cable box)

your cable box or cable box remote has a volume control.

 

 

Other Information

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Sony KV-27FS120 operating instructions Video, Audio

KV-27FS120 specifications

The Sony KV-27FS120 is a classic example of a CRT (cathode ray tube) television that was popular during the early 2000s. It combines vintage aesthetics with impressive technology for its time, delivering a viewing experience that many enthusiasts still appreciate today.

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The KV-27FS120 incorporates Sony's proprietary Trinitron technology, which enhances picture quality by utilizing a unique aperture grille design. This technology contributes to improved brightness, sharper images, and a wider color gamut compared to traditional CRT displays. Users often praised the television for its vivid colors and solid contrast, turning it into a preferred choice for watching movies and television series.

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