Your Gateway 18" LCD TV user'sguide Setting up Troubleshooting Contents 1 Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Turning on your LCD TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Front controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Back panel connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Inserting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 2 Connecting Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Understanding video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting your DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using component video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using S-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using composite video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting your HDTV decoder set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using component video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting your VCR or video camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using S-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using composite video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using coaxial (RF) audio and video (VCR only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting off-air TV or cable TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using coaxial (RF) audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using RGB video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 17 17 18 19 20 20 21 21 22 23 24 24 25 25 3 Adjusting Your LCD TV Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OSD menus and options (TV and video mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OSD menus and options (PC video mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 29 30 32 33 36 i 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Cleaning the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 LCD TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Telephone support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 ii Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway LCD TV. Read this chapter to learn about: 1 Features Warnings and safeguards Package contents Controls and connections 1 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Features Your LCD TV features: Bright, flicker-free image Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display with minimal motion artifacts (noise) Accurate color processing Picture-in-picture (PIP) HDTV signal compatibility using an external HDTV decoder with RGB Multi-Scan support Built-in internal amplifier and speakers 1024 × 768 XVGA support for computer input 2 www.gateway.com Important safeguards Important safeguards Warning Risk of electric shock - Do not open To reduce the risk of electric shock, do no remove the back cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Removing the back cover voids the warranty. Have your LCD TV repaired by qualified service personnel only. Warnings and precautions Do not place your hands, face, or objects close to the ventilation openings of your LCD TV. The top of your LCD TV gets very hot from exhaust air that is released through the ventilation openings. Burns or personal injuries may occur if you are too close to the LCD TV. Damage may occur if you place any object near the top of your LCD TV. Disconnect all cables before moving your LCD TV. Moving your LCD TV with its cables attached may damage the cables and cause fire or electric shock danger. Do not expose your LCD TV to rain or moisture. Keep your LCD TV away from excessive dust, high temperatures, moisture, or direct sunlight. Use your LCD TV in a well-ventilated area and do not cover the ventilation openings. Do not modify your LCD TV or use an unshielded power cord or video input source cable, or you may experience excessive interference. Disconnect your LCD TV and unplug the power cord when the TV is not used for a long period of time. If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off your LCD TV, then disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Make sure that your video input source cable is connected correctly, then reconnect your LCD TV to the electrical outlet. Disconnect your LCD TV from the electrical outlet before cleaning or performing maintenance. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly damp cloth for cleaning. Do not place your LCD TV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Your LCD TV may fall, causing serious damage. www.gateway.com 3 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Do not place your LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. Never place your LCD TV near or over a radiator or heat source. Do not install your LCD TV in an enclosed area unless correct ventilation is provided. Your LCD TV should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If the type of available power is unknown, consult your electrician or local power company. Your LCD TV is equipped with a 3-pin grounded plug. The plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you cannot plug the power cord into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter the plug because this will defeat the safety feature. Do not rest objects on the power cord and avoid placing the power cord near high traffic areas. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords because this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Unplug your LCD TV and contact qualified service personnel if: The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. Liquid has been spilled into your LCD TV. Your LCD TV has been exposed to water or moisture. Your LCD TV does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Incorrect adjustment of other controls may result in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore your LCD TV to normal operation. Your LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. 4 www.gateway.com Package contents Package contents Along with your LCD TV, the packaging box contains the following items: Remote control Two AAA batteries CATV cable www.gateway.com 5 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Composite cable (AV cable) Power cord TV antenna cable User guide Your Gateway 18" LCD TV user'sguide Setting up Troubleshooting 6 www.gateway.com Accessories Accessories You can purchase these optional accessories for your LCD TV: Cable kits. Gateway cable kits consist of high-quality gold cables of various lengths, including: RCA audio cable RCA composite video cable RCA component video cable S-Video cable VGA video cable Contact Gateway for these and other accessories. www.gateway.com 7 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Turning on your LCD TV To turn on your LCD TV: 1 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your LCD TV, then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. Power cord connector 2 Press the power button on the remote control or the front of your LCD TV. The Status LED on the front turns green. Warning For added protection during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug your LCD TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. 8 www.gateway.com Front controls Front controls Volume + and ­ Menu Channel and Enter Status Power LED www.gateway.com 9 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Button Volume + and ­ Description Increases or decreases the volume. OSD active: Adjusts on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see "Using the OSD" on page 28. Menu Channel and Opens and closes the OSD. Changes the channel. OSD active: Selects on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see "Using the OSD" on page 28. Enter Changes the video input source. OSD active: Opens a submenu and confirms selections in the OSD. Status LED Not lit - No AC power is detected. The LCD TV is turned off or the power cord is disconnected. Solid Green - Your LCD TV is on. Power Turns your LCD TV on and off. When you turn your LCD TV on or off, wait three seconds before pressing this button again. 10 www.gateway.com Back panel connections Back panel connections Audio and video connections RGB connection Connector Audio and video connections RGB connection Description See "Audio and video connections" on page 12. Connects a computer or set-top box. www.gateway.com 11 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Audio and video connections PC Audio In Antenna Component Video In Audio Out Video/ Audio In S-Video Connector PC Audio In Antenna Component Video In Audio Out Video/Audio In S-Video Description Connects to a computer. Connects to a VHF/UHF antenna or cable TV. Connects to a component video device, such as a DVD player. Connects to an audio device, such as a receiver. Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a VCR. Connects to an S-Video device, such as a satellite dish receiver or digital cable box. 12 www.gateway.com Remote control Remote control Button Function MUTE. Turns the sound on and off. POWER. Turns the LCD TV on and off. , , , . Navigates the on-screen display (OSD) menus. ENTER. Opens a sub-menu and confirms selections in the OSD. MENU. Opens and closes the OSD. MTS. Turns MTS and SAP stereo on and off. INFO. Shows the current status of your LCD TV, such as the video input source and channel number. INPUT. Changes the video input source. SLEEP. Turns on the sleep timer. TV. Selects TV as the video input source. Number button pad. Selects a channel or enters a password. 100. Enters channel numbers greater than 100. www.gateway.com 13 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Button Function VOL. Turns volume up or down. CH. Changes the channel. LAST. Recalls the previously viewed channel. Inserting batteries To replace or install batteries: In ...