Westinghouse TX-52F480S - Manual

PLEASE READ FIRST: 6 PLEASE READ FIRST: 1. PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING: This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number DPS-210 EP 2 C. CAUTION: The power supply outlet should be located near High Definition LCD TV and should be easily accessible. Always use the appropriate AC co...

1. PRODUCT SAFETY Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on the High Definition LCD TV. For your safety, please read all of the following safety and operating instructions before you operate the High Definition LCD TV—and keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Important Safety I...

1. PRODUCT SAFETY Antenna Installation Safety Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the High Definition LCD TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to prevent voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code...

2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS Digital Television (DTV) Television broadcasting is changing. By February of 2009, traditional analog TV transmissions (the standard since TV’s inception) will cease to exist, in compliance with a federal mandate requiring all U.S. television stations to convert from anal...

2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS About Digital Channels Currently, all broadcasters have an analog TV channel and a digital TV channel. The digital bandwidth has the capability of accommodating more than one program stream because each broadcaster’s assigned digital channel carries a 19.39-megabit-per-se...

2. INTRODUCTION: The Basics The Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Your Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV features an on-screen interactive Electronic Program Guide (EPG) that allows you to review program information, as well as navigate through current and future programming options by channel or gen...

2. INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Front View Use buttons on the right front side of your HDTV (or remote control on remote control) for On Screen Display (OSD), volume adjustment, channel selection, source, and turning power on or off. 14 n “IR” RECEIVER SPEAKERS p m LED INDICATOR/ CONTROLS ...

sidebar: Quick Reference: HDTV Connection YPbPr The “Y” stands for the luminance of the signal; Pb and Pr refer to the color difference signals (“b” for blue, “r” for red). Provides improved color bandwidth over S-Video or composite video connections. DVI-HDCP (Digital Visual Interface/High-bandwidt...

2. INTRODUCTION: Controls and Connections Inserting Remote Control Batteries 1. Remove the battery compartment cover 2. Insert the batteries corresponding to the (+) and ( í ) marks inside the battery compartment 3. Reattach cover Precautions: x Only use AAA batteries x Don’t mix new and old batteri...

3. HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Now that you’re familiar with the basics of digital television and the various controls and connections for your HDTV, you’re ready to enjoy its superb picture quality and sound, along with the ultimate convenience of connecting your game consoles, VCR, DVD, audio devices or ...

Determining Available Channels x When connected to an antenna, cable or other RF (radio frequency) source, you’ll need to run “Autoscan”—available in the “TV” menu of the OSD (see page 26 for more information)—in order for all available channels to be received—Use the up/down arrow keys to scroll be...

3. HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Your Personal Computer Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. Computer Settings x For optimal picture quality, set your computer’s timing mode to VESA ¥ (Video Electronics Standards Association) 1920 x1080 at 60Hz x Refer to your comp...

3. HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP Connecting Other Accessories Following are the recommendedconnections to ensure optimal enjoyment of your accessory equipment with your HDTV. Before making any connections, make sure all equipment is turned off. DVD or Game System x Connect your DVD player or gaming system us...

4. HDTV OPERATION About the On Screen Display (OSD) Your HDTV’s On Screen Display (OSD) conveniently integrates all functions required for setup and operation. There are two ways you can access the OSD—either by pressing the remote control’s “Menu” button (located just below the volume controls on t...

4. HDTV OPERATION OSD Menus and Features Video Menu The “Video” menu allows you to adjust the properties of the image you see on the screen by adjusting the display’s brightness, contrast, color intensity and hue, picture clarity and sharpness. You can also adjust the backlight’s intensity and, if n...

4. HDTV OPERATION Display Menu The “Display” menu allows you to control the appearance of the image you see on the screen, based on the selected source input. 25 Adjustment Display Menu Features Descriptions Input Label Allows current source input to changed to one of the labels in the input label l...

4. HDTV OPERATION TV Menu The “TV” menu provides a broad array of functions you’ll use during setup, as well as customizing various features such as closed captioning, favorite channels and parental controls. TV Menu Features Feature/Sub-Menu Descriptions Closed Caption Allows you to turn closed cap...

4. HDTV OPERATION Add or delete additional TV Channels Use the OSD to access the TV Menu Feature Select Add Channel Add a channel by enter the physical channel number or a range. Select Delete Channel Delete a channel from the current list of viewable channels available 2 1 1. Channel Number o Scrol...

4. HDTV OPERATION About Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature allows you to block TV programs based on various ratings systems, as well as to lock out the HDTV’s right side-mounted controls. The first time you enter the “Parental Control” menu, you will be taken to the password sub-menu to...

4. HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls Channel Locks 29 Parental Control Menu Features Descriptions & Definitions Lock or unlock the HDTV’s right side-mounted controls Lock Channel Lock or unlock programming according to MPAA rating: US MPAA Rating Lock or unlock programming according to TV rating ...

4. HDTV OPERATION Parental Controls Canadian English Canadian French CA/FR Ratings Menus Ratings Explanations Children General C G General but inadvisable for young children Children over 8 years C8 8Ano General G 13Ano Over 13 years PG Parental Guidance Over 16 years 16Ano Over 14 years Over 18 yea...

4. HDTV OPERATION PC (VGA only) Menu The “PC” menu lets you adjust image and phasing. PC Menu Features Adjustment Descriptions Automatically re-centers image to middle of screen by synchronizing both vertical and horizontal refresh rate and resolution Auto Adjustment Manually adjust the Clock contro...

4. HDTV OPERATION Audio Menu The “Audio” menu let’s you precisely configure your audio preferences to optimize your listening experience. Audio Menu Features Adjustment Descriptions Enables to listen to Audio only, the picture (Backlight) will be turned off and can be reactivate with any button of t...

4. HDTV OPERATION Power Menu The “Power” menu allows you to manage various power-related functions to simplify your viewing experience and save power. Power Menu Features Feature Descriptions Lets you turn the DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) On/Off; when “On,” the display goes into Standby...

4. HDTV OPERATION Settings Menu The “Setting” menu integrates still more choices that allow you to optimize your HDTV experience, from language selection to pertinent system and installation information. Settings Menu Features Function Descriptions Select the OSD language from the following: x Engli...

4. HDTV OPERATION Calibration Menu The “Calibration” menu integrates advanced choices that allow you to optimize your HDTV experience, especially for Video setting and individual color adjustments. Settings Menu Features Function Descriptions Turns on/off Deienterlace. Deinterlace Turns on/off 3D Co...

4. HDTV OPERATION Color Temperature The section Color Temp in the “Calibration” menu allow you to adjust each color temperature (Warm, Neutral, Cool) individually. In case of miss adjustment it can be Reset to factory default. 37 English

4. HDTV OPERATION Input Menu To change the Main Picture source, press the Input button on the remote to display the Main Picture (MP) input menu. When the input menu is open, press the Input button again to switch to the next input or use the up/down arrows to scroll through the inputs and the press...

5. APPENDIX: Troubleshooting No Power x Make sure power cord is securely connected to the “AC In” jack on the back of the High Definition LCD TV. x Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket. x Plug another electrical device (such as a radio) to the power outlet to verify that th...

No Picture when I connect VGA cable or “No Input Signal” x Check VGA cable connection. x Lower the video resolution on the computer and try again. 41 English

5. APPENDIX: Cleaning the High Definition LCD TV ʳ x MAKE SURE THE HIGH DEFINITION LCD TV IS TURNED OFF x NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE To clean the screen: 1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles. 2. If still not...

5. APPENDIX: Wall mount and Base removal for the 52” HD LCD TV The TV has been fitted with two sets of VESA mounting holes. The holes are spaced 100 mm and 200 mm equally apart for the 52” product. These mounting location are provided strictly as an option to the user for wall mounting.It is the res...

45 English 5. APPENDIX: Safety bracket Options Brackets Anti-tip over option: This TV has two small metal brackets on the back side of the TV. These two brackets have a circular cut out in the center. The brackets are to serve as an "anti-tipover" option and/or theft deterrent. If used as an...