Your Gateway 30" LCD TV user'sguide Setting up Troubleshooting Contents 1 Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Optional speaker package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Turning on the main power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front panel controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Back connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 2 Connecting Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Understanding video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting your DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using component DVD video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using S-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using composite video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting your HDTV set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using component video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting your VCR or video camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using S-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using composite video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using coaxial (RF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting off-air TV or cable TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using DVI video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using RGB video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 17 17 18 19 20 20 21 21 22 23 24 25 27 27 28 3 Adjusting Your LCD TV Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 OSD menus and options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Using PIP/POP/PBP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 42 42 43 i 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: A bright, flicker-free image Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display with minimal motion artifacts (noise) Accurate color processing Two component video input sources that automatically synchronize the display to match the incoming source Picture-in-picture (PIP), picture-on-picture (POP), and picture-by-picture (PBP) modes that let you watch two programs simultaneously HDTV signal compatibility using an external HDTV decoder with component video outputs Digital zoom mode A built-in BBE® sound processor that maximizes the sound quality A built-in SRS® sound processor that simulates "surround" effects using only two speakers Connections for adding optional speakers A built-in Digital Visual Interface (DVI) to eliminate the need for digital-to-analog conversion 1280 × 1024 SXGA support for computer input 480p support for EDTV signals 720p and 1080i support for HDTV signals 2 www.gateway.com Important Safeguards Important Safeguards Warning Risk of electric shock - Do not open To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not 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 AA batteries CATV cable www.gateway.com 5 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Composite cable (AV cable) Power cord User guide Remote control user guide 6 www.gateway.com Package contents Optional speaker package contents Along with your optional speakers, the speaker packaging box contains the following items: Mounting brackets - And - Screws Audio cables www.gateway.com 7 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV 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: DVI-D video cable RCA audio cable RCA component video cable RCA composite video cable S-Video cable VGA video cable Speakers. Two 8 watt speakers that can be mounted to your LCD TV. Wall mount kit. The wall mount kit contains all of the required hardware for mounting your LCD TV on your wall. (Gateway recommends you use a qualified installer.) For more information, see the Wall Mount Installation Guide at www.support.gateway.com/support/manlib/. Contact Gateway for these and other accessories. 8 www.gateway.com Turning on the main power Turning on the main power To turn on the power: 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. www.gateway.com 9 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV 2 Press the MAIN switch. The status LED on the front turns yellow and your LCD TV is ready to turn on. 3 Press the button on 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. 10 www.gateway.com Front panel controls Front panel controls Main Power Switch Input Channel and Menu Volume and Select Status LED Remote Control Sensor Power www.gateway.com 11 Chapter 1: Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV Button Main power switch Input Menu Channel and Description Turns main power off and on. Switches between available input sources. 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 30. Volume and Increases or decreases the volume. OSD active: Adjusts on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see "Using the OSD" on page 30. Select Power Confirms selections in the OSD. For more information, see "Using the OSD" on page 30. Turns your LCD TV on and off after the MAIN switch is turned on. When you turn your LCD TV on or off, wait three seconds before pressing this button again. Status LED Not lit - No AC power detected. The MAIN switch is off or the power cord is not connected. Solid Yellow - The MAIN switch is on and your LCD TV is off. Solid Green - Your LCD TV is on. Remote control sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Do not block. 12 www.gateway.com Back connections Back connections PC Audio in Component Video 1/ Audio In Headphone jack S-Video Composite AV OUT Video/Audio out Composite AV IN Video/Audio in Component HDTV Video/Audio in Component DVD Video/Audio in Connector Composite Video/Audio in Component HDTV Video/Audio in PC Audio in Headphone jack S-Video Composite Video/Audio out Component DVD Video/Audio in Description Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a VCR or DVD player. Connects to a component video device, such as an HDTV set-top box or progressive-scan DVD player. Supports 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i signals. Connects to your computer's audio out jack. Plug headphones in here. The optional speakers are disabled. Connec ...