42MF 230A 42''Plasma TV Model No . : Serial No . : English CONTENT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................ .1 FCC Notice ...................................................................................................................... .2 Precautions and Reminders .................................................................................... ..........3 Front Panel Control................................................................................................... ..........5 Basic Installation ............................................................................................................... .6 Remote Control Function .................................................................................................. .7 OSD Menu Descriptions Main Menu ...................................................................................................................8 Setup Menu..................................................................................................................8 Video Menu ..................................................................................................................9 Audio Menu ..................................................................................................................9 Feature Menu ............................................................................................................10 EPG .............................................................................................................................11 TV Channel Arrangement...........................................................................................11 Specifications.....................................................................................................................12 Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................13 MAGNAVOX Limited Warranty...........................................................................................14 0 Return your Product registration Card today to get the very most from your purchase. Registering your model with MAGNAVOX makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don't miss out. Complete and return your Product registration Card at once to ensure: *Proof of Purchase Returning the enclosed card guarantees that your date of purchase will be on file, so no additional paperwork will be required from you to obtain warranty service. *Product safety Notification By registering your product, you'll receive notification - directly from the manufacturer - in the rare case of a product recall or safety defect. *Additional Benefits of Product Ownership Registering your product guarantees that you'll receive all of the privileges to which you're entitled, including special money - saving offers. Know these safety symbols Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to the "family!" Dear MAGNAVOX product owner: Thank you for your confidence in MAGNAVOX. You've selected one of the best-built,best-backed products available tody. We'll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come. As a member of the MAGNAVOX "family", you're entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding service networks in the industry. What's more , your purchase guarantees you'll receive all the information and special offers for which you qualify, plus easy access to accessories from our convenient home shopping network. Most importantly, you can count on our uncompromising commitment to your total satisfaction. All of this is our way of saying welcome and thanks for investing in a MAGNAVOX product. This "bolt of lightning" indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock.For the safety of everyone in your household,please do not remove product covering. The "exclamation point" calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot,fully insert. , ATTENTION: Pour eviter les choc , electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond. P.S. To get the most from your MAGNAVOX purchase, be sure to complete and return your Product Registration Card at once. Enter below the Serial No.which is located on the rear of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No.__________________________ Serial No. ________________________ For Customer Use Visit our World Wide Web SIte at http://www.usasupport.magnavox.com IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Read and follow all instructions. Do not operate this apparatus near water. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. .A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org Damage Requiring Service -The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: · The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or · Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or · The appliance has been exposed to rain; or · The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or · The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 14. Tilt/Stability- All televisions must comply with recommended international safety standards for tilt and stability properties of its cabinet design. · Do not compromise these design standards by applying excessive pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet which could ultimately overturn the product. · Do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electronic equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet. Such items could unsuspectingly fall from the top of the set and cause product damage and/or personal injury. 15. Wall or Ceiling Mounting- The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 16. Power Lines- An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. 17. Outdoor Antenna Grounding- If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, make sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide protection against voltage surges and built up of static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure below. 18. Object and Liquid Entry- Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 19. Battery Usage CAUTION ­To prevent battery leakage that may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit: · Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on the unit. · Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). · Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. 20. Keep this manual for future reference 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Example of Antenna Grounding as per NEC - National Electric Code Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 1 FCC Notice 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 and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operated the equipment under FCC rules. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2 Precautions and Reminders Do not place unit on uneven surfaces. Do not place the TV in confined spaces or in a box when using it. Unplug immediately if there is any Unplug immediately if other foreign malfunction, like no video, no audio, materials are put inside TV box or if the TV fell down. smoke or a bad odor. Do not throw any object like metals or flammable materials into the TV set. Prohibit/Avoid opening TV cabinet 3 Precautions and Reminders Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol Avoid direct sunlight, dusty, high humidity cleaners to clean the display. Remember and smoky areas. to unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the display unit. Make sure to unplug the unit when not in Call service personnel to clean the use for a long period of time (2 days). internal part of the TV once a year. Do not cover or block any vents and Do not place the unit near water, such as openings. Inadequate ventilation may bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink laundry shorten the life of the display unit and tub, swimming pool or in a damp cause overheating. basement. Notice for Remote Control Avoid Dropping Avoid Dropping 1 4 2 3 Avoid Liquids 1 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 Avoid Aerosol Cleaners 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 5 8 0 6 4 9 7 7 4 Front Panel Control - CH + - VOL + MENU MODE MODE MENU - VOL + - CH + IR: Remote Control Sensor. Power switch: Press to power on or power off the TV set. LED: Power Indicator. Mode: Press to select input signal modes or use as Enter in Menu operation. Menu: Press to enter Menu or exit Menu. Left: Press to decrease the sound volume level or move Left in Menu operat ...