Page 2 - Important Information; Product Registration; the User’s Guide to ensure your safety; WARNING; CAUTION
Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, donot expose this product to rain or moisture. Thisproduct should not be exposed to dripping orsplashing. No objects filled with liquids, such asvases, should be placed on the component. This symbol indicates that this produ...
Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions; abnormal operation, or if the component has been dropped.
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that p...
Page 4 - Chapter 1 I Connections and Setup; Table of Contents
4 Table of Contens Important Information ................................................................................................................................. i Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................
Page 6 - Connections and Setup; Before Initial Setup; Protect Against Power Surges; Check that the following parts were packed with your product.
Replacing your remote If you need to replace your remote, call 1-800-257-7946 . A shipping and handling fee, and the appropriate sales tax, will be charged upon ordering. Please have your Visa or MasterCard ready. Graphics contained within this publication are presentation only. REMOTE CONTROL PART ...
Page 7 - Removing the Table Stand; Step 3; Mounting Your TV to the Wall; To mount your TV to the wall, purchase a VESA wall
Removing the Table Stand Your TV comes with the table stand attached. If you want to mount your TV to the wall, remove the table stand by following the instructions below. Step 1 Place the plastic bag off the TV and place it on a table or other flat surface. Place the TV set face down on the TV bag....
Page 8 - Obtain the Signal; What You Need; Antenna (Rabbit Ears) or Outdoor Antenna with Coaxial Cable; What You Need to Know
8 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Obtain the Signal The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. Before you connect your TV, you have to determine whether you will be usi...
Page 9 - Choose Your Connections; Jacks Used Cable Needed Go to...; OR; Audio
Choose Your Connections There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connections are best for you. Proceed to the appropriate pages to connect your components. Audio R and L Video Audio/Video page 10 ...
Page 10 - Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good); Composite Video Connection; Connecting a Component with Component Video (Better)
Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: Example: DVD Player 1. Connect the yellow video cable to...
Page 11 - Component Video Connection
Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 8 for instructions. Component Video Connection This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks. Go to page 10 for specific instructions. Connecting a Component with HDMI (Best) High-Definition Multim...
Page 12 - Connecting a PC Component
HDMI/DVI Connection (Best) This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack. Go to page 11 for specific instructions. OR HDMI Cable HDMI Cable + HDMI/DVI Adapter + Red White Audio cables are color codedRed=right audio; white=left audio Connecting a PC Component To connect a persona...
Page 13 - Viewing a PC
PC Connection This is an example of a connection using the PC INPUT VIDEO jack. Go to page 12 for specific instructions. Viewing the Picture from the Connected Component 1. Plug in the TV (see page 14 for details) and the component, such as a DVD player or a VCR. 2. Turn on the TV and the component ...
Page 14 - Plug in the TV; Turn on the TV
Note: Highlighted items stand out from other menu items on the list (appear darker, brighter, or a different color). Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled b...
Page 15 - Complete the Initial Setup; Set the Menu Language; Set the Signal Type
Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If English is...
Page 16 - What To Expect; Watching TV; Changing Channels
What To Expect Watching TV Analog Channels An “A” next to the channel number denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT button to view the different formats available. Go to page 24...
Page 17 - Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order); VARIABLE
Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID 1) Let...
Page 18 - Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV; Side Input Jacks; HDMI INPUT 3; Side Panel Buttons; MENU
Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV Side Input Jacks SERVICE For service use only. HDMI INPUT 3 Lets you connect a component with an HDMI output. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 2 (VID 2) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connect...
Page 19 - Remote Control Buttons; Number Buttons; OK; Using the INPUT Button; Using the Remote Control
Remote Control Buttons Number Buttons Using these buttons, enter channel numbers. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK (or let the entry timeout). To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel; then, press the “.” button to enter the sub-channel and press...
Page 20 - Using TV Features; Channel Banner; Mono; Parental Controls and V-Chip
20 Chapter 3 Using TV Features 3 Using TV Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the INFO button on the remote control. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top t...
Page 21 - Create Password; Lock/Unlock Parental Controls
Create Password This option enables you to set your own password for parental controls. 1. Press MENU on the remote control. The Main Menu appears. 2. Press the up or down arrow to select Parental Control. 3. Press OK or the right arrow button to display options. 4. Select Create Password; then pres...
Page 22 - Blocking Age-Based Ratings; Blocking Specific Content Themes; Hierarchy of Age-Based Ratings
Setup List & Labels Parental Control Sound Exit Picture TV Rating TV-MATV-14TV-PGTV-GTV-Y7TV-Y Status View ViewViewViewViewView D L S V FV Press OK to view/block programs with this rating Setup List & Labels Parental Control Sound Exit Picture TV Rating TV-MATV-14TV-PGTV-GTV-Y7TV-Y Status Vi...
Page 23 - Block Channel
US V-Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. To access the Movie Rating Limit Menu, follow these steps: 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears). 2. Select Parental Control . 3. Highlight and select V-Chip . Then highlight ...
Page 24 - Block Buttons; Change Password; Additional Features; Screen Formats; Normal
Setup List & Labels Parental Control Sound Exit Picture Lock Parental ControlSelect ChannelBlock ChannelButton Block V-ChipChange Password A2 -- -- -- -- Press > or OK to change this setting. Block Buttons Select this option to block (disable) or unblock (enable) the TV’s side panel buttons s...
Page 25 - Brightness
Using the Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get themost from your TV. The Parental Control Menu is discussed in Chapter 3. To access the menusystem, follow these steps:1. Press the MENU button.2. Use the up or down arrow to highlig...
Page 26 - Sound Menu
Dynamic Backlight Turn on this option to automatically adjust the brightness of the backlight according to the content of the incoming signal. This optimizes the picture quality and decreases power consumption. Color Warmth - This option allows you to select one of three automatic color adjustments:...
Page 27 - Setup Menu
Default Audio Language Choose the language you prefer for dialog on digital channels. If the preferred language is not broadcast with the program, then the TV plays the default audio for the program (usually English in the U.S.). There are 16 available default languages. Current Audio Language (not ...
Page 29 - Channel Number; Label; In Favorite Channel List; Parental Control Menu
List & Labels Menu Edit the channels in the list or choose labels for each video input channel. From the Main Menu, select List and Labels; press OK to display options. Channel Number Press the CH+/CH- to select the channel number. In Channel List If you’ve entered a channel you want to add to t...
Page 30 - How do I tell an analog channel from a digital channel?; Why are there bars on my screen, and can I get rid of them?; there’s nothing there?; Other Information
30 Chapter 5 Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What’s the quickest way to view High Definition (HD) video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You may need to purchase an antenna. (See page 8 for more information). Visit www.an...
Page 31 - Troubleshooting; There is no picture and no sound but the TV is on.; The sound is fine, but the picture is poor quality.
Other Information Chapter 5 31 Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV ProblemsThe TV won’t turn on. • Make sure the TV is plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by p...
Page 33 - The Remote control doesn’t work.; The Universal Remote control doesn’t work.
Other Information Chapter 5 33 The Remote control doesn’t work. • Something might be between the remote and the remote light sensor on the front of the TV. Make sure there is a clear path. • The remote may not be aimed directly at the TV. • The batteries in the remote may be weak, dead, or installed...
Page 34 - V-Chip Rating Explanations; US V-Chip Rating System; Canadian English V-Chip Rating System
34 Chapter 5 Other Information V-Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexu...
Page 35 - Canadian French V-Chip Rating System; Television Specification; Broadcasting system; Tuner type
Other Information Chapter 5 35 C8+ (Children 8 and older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitat...
Page 37 - outside the United States:
Other Information Chapter 5 37 What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and related adjustments. • Damage resulting from non...
Page 38 - Limited Warranty; What your warranty covers:
38 Chapter 5 Other Information TTE Technology Canada Ltd. (“TTE”) Limited Warranty Limited Warranty EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND AS DESCRIBED BELOW TTE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS, ALL ACTUAL AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO ANY PR...
Page 39 - What your warranty does not cover:; Care and Cleaning
Other Information Chapter 5 39 What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer); • Transportation cost to and from the Service Centre (Unless you hav...
Page 40 - FCC Information; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses...
