Sony Wega KV-HS38 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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robertcarrilloAug 17, 2025
Why is there no sound on my Sony TV?
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  bwilliamsAug 17, 2025
  If your Sony TV has no sound, there might be several reasons: * The volume level could be too low. Try pressing the 2 + button to increase the volume. * The sound might be muted. Press the % button to cancel muting. * There could be a broadcast signal transmission problem. Press A/B until you hear better sound. * If you're using twin pictures, the sound of the right picture might be selected. Try pressing or .
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Theresa ZimmermanAug 20, 2025
How to fix snowy picture and noisy sound on Sony TV?
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  David AdamsAug 20, 2025
  If your Sony TV has a snowy picture and noisy sound, it could be due to a loose connection or damaged cable. Check the antenna cable and connections on the TV, VCR, and the wall. It may also be due to inappropriate or incomplete channel presetting. Display the “CH PRESET” menu under the “SETUP” menu and select “MANUAL PROGRAM” to preset the channel again. Also, check the antenna type (VHF/UHF). Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. If the signal transmission is low, try using a booster.
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Joseph WoodAug 22, 2025
What to do if my Sony Wega KV-HS38 TV has a good picture but noisy sound?
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  janetknoxAug 22, 2025
  If your Sony TV has a good picture but noisy sound, the TV system setting might be inappropriate. If the sound of all channels is noisy, display the “CH PRESET” menu under the “SETUP” menu and select “AUTO PROGRAM” to preset the channels again. If the sound of some channels is noisy, select the channel, then display the “CH PRESET” menu under the “SETUP” menu and select the appropriate TV system (“TV SYS”). Also, if the sound of the right picture is selected when TWIN pictures are displayed, press or . Check the power cord, antenna, and the VCR connections.
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Andre AshleyAug 25, 2025
Why is my Sony TV picture distorted with noisy sound?
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  Johnny HaleAug 26, 2025
  If your Sony TV has a distorted picture and noisy sound, the broadcast signals might be too strong. Display the “CH PRESET” menu under the “SETUP” menu and select “MANUAL PROGRAM”. Then, select “ SENS: LOW”. Also, turn off or disconnect the booster if it is in use.
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valerie30Aug 27, 2025
How do I fix double images or ghosts on my Sony TV?
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  Pamela HarrisAug 27, 2025
  Double images or 'ghosts' on your Sony TV can occur if broadcast signals are reflected by nearby mountains or buildings. Try using a highly directional antenna or use the fine tuning (“FINE”) function. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Also, turn off or disconnect the booster if it is in use.
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Rodney StevensonAug 30, 2025
How to fix dotted lines or stripes on Sony TV screen?
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  John GilbertAug 30, 2025
  Dotted lines or stripes on your Sony TV screen can be due to local interference from cars, neon signs, hair dryers, power generators, etc. Avoid using a hair dryer or other equipment near the TV. Adjust the antenna direction for minimum interference. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.
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Andrew WhiteSep 1, 2025
How do I fix a Sony Wega KV-HS38 picture that is not aligned to the screen?
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  Karen GibsonSep 1, 2025
  If the picture on your Sony TV is not aligned to the screen, it could be due to magnetic disturbance from external speakers or other equipment, or the direction of the earth’s magnetic field affecting the TV. Keep external speakers or other electrical equipment away from the TV. Display the “PIC POSITION” menu under the “SETUP” menu and adjust “PIC ROTATION” and “PIC V- POSITION” so that the picture is aligned to the TV screen.
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vgeorgeSep 4, 2025
How do I fix teletext display with snowy picture or double images on Sony Wega KV-HS38?
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  Jeff YoungSep 4, 2025
  If the teletext display on your Sony TV is incomplete with a snowy picture or double images, check the antenna cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and at the wall because the connection could be loose or the cable could be damaged. Adjust the antenna direction, because the antenna direction could be inappropriate. Try using a booster, because signal transmission could be too low. Use the fine tuning (”FINE”) function.
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Kathy LeeSep 6, 2025
How to resolve stereo broadcast sound issues on Sony Wega KV-HS38 TV?
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  Mike KingSep 6, 2025
  To resolve stereo broadcast sound issues on your Sony TV, where the sound switches on and off or is distorted, check the antenna cable and connection on the TV, VCR, and on the wall. Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice. Press A/B until a better sound is heard if the broadcast signal has a transmission problem.
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Kimberly HaleSep 9, 2025
How do I restore color on my Sony TV?
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  Taylor SkinnerSep 9, 2025
  If your Sony TV has no color, the color level setting might be too low. Display the “PICTURE” menu and select “ADJUST” of “PICTURE MODE”, then adjust the “COLOR” level. The color system setting might be inappropriate. Display the “SETUP” menu and check the color system (“COLOR SYS”) setting (usually set this to “AUTO”). Adjust the antenna direction. Contact a Sony dealer for advice.