Instructions for use GB 15LD2550B Contents Safety Precautions .............................................. 3 Power Source .................................................... 4 Power Cord ........................................................ 4 Moisture and Water ............................................ 4 Cleaning .............................................................. 4 Ventilation ........................................................... 4 Heat and Flames ................................................. 4 Lightning .............................................................. 4 Replacement Parts ............................................. 4 Servicing ............................................................. 4 Waste Disposal ................................................... 4 Disconnecting the Device ................................... 4 Headphone Volume ............................................ 5 Installation ........................................................... 5 Information for Users in European Union Countries ............................................................ 5 LCD Screen ........................................................ 5 When Unused ..................................................... 5 Features ................................................................ 6 Accessories ......................................................... 6 Remote Control Buttons ................................... 7 LCD TV Front View .............................................. 8 Rear View and Peripheral Connections ......... 8 Preparation ........................................................... 9 Before Switching On Your TV ........................... 9 Power Connection .............................................. 9 Connections to the Aerial Input Socket .............. 9 Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control Handset ............................................................... 9 Handling the Remote Control ........................... 9 Operating Range for the Remote Control ......... 10 Switching the TV On/Off .................................. 10 To Switch the TV On ........................................ 10 To Switch the TV Off ....................................... 10 Navigating the Menu System .......................... 10 Initial Settings .................................................... 10 Basic Operations ............................................... 11 Operation with the Buttons on the TV ............. 11 Volume Setting ............................................ 11 Programme Selection ................................. 11 Entering Main Menu .................................... 11 AV Mode ..................................................... 11 Operation with the Remote Control .................. 11 Volume Setting ............................................ 11 Programme Selection (Previous or Next Programme) ................................................ 11 Programme Selection (Direct Access) ...... 11 General Operation ............................................. 12 Information Banner ........................................... 12 Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) .................. 12 Displaying the Subtitles .................................... 13 Digital Teletext ................................................... 13 Over Air Download ........................................... 14 Widescreen ...................................................... 14 IDTV Menu System ........................................... 14 Channel List ...................................................... 14 Navigating the Entire Channel List ............. 15 Deleting the Channels in the Channel List . 15 Renaming Channels ................................... 15 Adding Locks to Channels ......................... 15 Setting Favourites ...................................... 16 On Screen Help .......................................... 16 Installation ......................................................... 16 Add New Channels .................................... 16 Automatic Search ................................... 16 Manual Search ....................................... 16 Configuration .................................................... 17 Audio Language ......................................... 18 Subtitle ........................................................ 18 Favourite Mode .......................................... 18 EPG Preference ......................................... 18 Receiver Upgrade ...................................... 18 Automatic Download (Automatic Upgrade) .............................. 18 Search for New Version (Manual Upgrade) ................................................. 19 Parental Settings ........................................ 19 Timers ............................................................... 19 Language .......................................................... 20 TV Setup ........................................................... 20 Common Interface ............................................. 21 Analogue TV Menu System ............................ 21 Sound Menu ...................................................... 21 Volume ........................................................ 21 Balance ...................................................... 22 Sound Mode ............................................... 22 AVL ............................................................. 22 Effect .......................................................... 22 Equalizer ..................................................... 22 Store ........................................................... 22 Picture Menu ..................................................... 22 Picture Mode ............................................... 22 Brightness/Contrast/Colour/ Sharpness/Tint ........................................... 22 Colour Temp ................................................ 22 Room Lighting ............................................. 22 Picture Zoom .............................................. 22 Store ........................................................... 23 Features Menu .................................................. 23 Sleep Timer ................................................. 23 Language ................................................... 23 Child Lock ................................................... 23 Menu Colour ............................................... 23 Favourite Mode .......................................... 23 Install Menu ....................................................... 23 Programming ............................................... 23 Programme ............................................. 24 Band ....................................................... 24 Channel ................................................... 24 English - 1 - Standard ................................................. 24 Colour System ........................................ 24 Search .................................................... 24 VCR Mode .............................................. 24 Decoder .................................................. 24 Store ....................................................... 24 A.P.S. .......................................................... 24 A.P.S. (Auto Programming System) Country ....................................................... 24 Teletext Region ........................................... 25 Program Table ............................................. 25 Name ....................................................... 25 Move ....................................................... 25 Delete ...................................................... 25 APS (Auto Programming System) .......... 25 Favourite Mode ....................................... 25 Install Menu in AV Modes ........................... 25 Programming ........................................... 26 Colour System ........................................ 26 Other Features .................................................. 26 TV Status .......................................................... 26 Mute Indicator ................................................... 26 AV Modes ......................................................... 26 Menu System in AV Modes ........................ 26 Sound/Picture/Features/Install Menu ..... 26 Personal Preference ........................................ 26 Teletext ............................................................... 26 Connect Peripheral Equipment ...................... 27 Via the Scart ..................................................... 27 Via Aerial Input .................................................. 27 Via AV Input ..................................................... 27 Audio Line Out .................................................. 27 Headphones ..................................................... 27 Peripheral Equipment Connections .............. 28 Aerial Connection ............................................. 28 Troubleshooting ................................................ 29 Specifications .................................................... 30 Pin Specifications .............................................. 31 Important Instruction ....................................... 32 English - 2 - Safety Precautions Please read the following recommended safety precautions carefully for your safety. DONTs DONT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DONT place water filled vessels on top of T.V. cabinets. DONT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DONT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DONT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DONT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DONT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs or stands to the TV with any screws other than those provided - to ensure complete safety always use the manufacturers approved stand with the fixings provided. DONT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ON OPERATING YOUR TV Dos and Donts DOs This Television has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO consult your dealer if you are in any doubt about installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. This TV is supplied with a fitted mains plug. This plug must not be cut off as it may contain a special radio interference filter, the removal of which could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. Observe the manufacturers instructions when connecting extension leads to the TV. Check the fuse rating on the new plug, this should be fitted with a 5 Amp fuse which conforms to either ASTA or BSI (BS1 362) approvals, these are easily identifiable by either the or symbols. If you are in any doubt about the installation of an extension lead, please consult a competent electrician. ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone, especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electric shock. NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry! Be sure to ground the connection properly. Connect the ground terminal of TV with the ground terminal provided at the power outlet using the enclosed power cord. If theprovided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. English - 3 - TryÃprp urÃtqÃvr Power Source The TV set should be operated only from a 220240 V AC, 50 Hz outlet. Ensure that you select the correct voltage setting for your convenience. Power Cord Do not place the set, a piece of furniture, etc. on the power cord (mains lead) or pinch the cord. Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not unplug the appliance by pulling from the power cord and never touch the power cord with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The powe ...