User manual RCA D52W15

Important Information HDTV Monitor User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Important Information 1 Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which 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. Warning: Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time. This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such damage is not covered by your warranty. Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed. Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Important Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. 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 a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the 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. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. 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 the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. If an outside antenna is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code and in Canada, Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the antenna system. See the figure on the right for details. Example of Antenna Grounding as per (NEC) National Electrical Code A NT E NNA LEAD IN WI RE GROUND C L A M P A NT E NNA DI S C HA RGE UNI T (NE C S E C T I ON 8 1 0 -2 0 ) GROUNDI NG C ONDUC T ORS (NE C S E C T I ON 8 1 0 -2 1 ) GROUND C L A M P S ELECTRI C SERVI CE EQUI PM ENT POW ER S E RV I C E GROUNDI NG ELECTRO DE S Y S T E M ( NEC ART 2 5 0 , P A RT H) To assure adequate ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and sides of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces. 1 Introduction Key Features Overview Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The following information summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV's features and how to use them. DVI-HDTV Input Lets you connect an HD receiver with a DVI output. L/MONO DVI-HDTV R · DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed, digital video interface developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection. The signal speed of the DVI connection is 1080i for HDTV at a rate of 1.78 Gigabits per second. Dolby* Virtual Available only for stereo signals. Creates a virtualized surround sound experience from two speakers using the Dolby Pro Logic decoding. It provides the sensation of being surrounded by additional speakers. PIP (Picture-In-Picture) and POP (Picture-Outside-Picture) Description: PIP lets you watch two channels at one time -- one channel on the main screen and the other in a smaller window. POP also lets you watch two channels at one time- one channel on the left side of the screen (the main picture) and the other on the right. PIP example Requirements: Press the PIP button to bring up the PIP window. Press again to bring up POP. Chapter 3 has detailed instructions on how to use the PIP and POP features. POP example Auto Tuning Description: Allows you to set up the TV to automatically tune to a specific channel when you press a certain component (VCR, DVD player, etc.) button on the remote. Requirements: Set up Auto Tuning in the TV's menu system. (Chapter 3 has details). V-Chip: Parental Controls Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based ratings, and/or movie ratings. Requirements: · · · Set up the Parental Control menu in the TV's main menu (Chapter 3 has details). The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program to your TV in order for your TV to block the program. Parental controls must be locked for these settings to take affect. * Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories 2 Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ 1 Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote .......................................................... 14 Programming the Remote .............................. 14 How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It .............................................. 15 Introduction Key Features Overview............................................... 2 DVI-HDTV Input ............................................. 2 Dolby* Virtual ................................................... 2 PIP (Picture-In-Picture) and POP (Picture-Outside-Picture) ................................ 2 Auto Tuning ...................................................... 2 V-Chip: Parental Controls ................................. 2 Remote Control Codes ............................................. 15 Chapter 3: Using the TV's Features Channel Banner ........................................................ 17 Why You Should Use the Autotuning Feature ...... 17 How to Set Up the Autotuning Feature ........ 17 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect .................. 4 Protect Against Power Surges .......................... 4 Protect Components from Overheating .......... 4 Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ..................................................... 4 Important Stand and Base Safety Information ..................................................... 4 Use Indirect Light .............................................. 4 Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ............................................................ 4 Parental Controls and V-Chip ................................. 18 How V-Chip Works .......................................... 18 V-Chip TV Rating ............................................. 19 Blocking Specific Content Themes ................. 20 Viewing Specific Content Themes .................. 20 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ............................. 20 V-Chip Unrated Program Block ...................... 21 Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ....................... 21 Front Panel Block ............................................ 21 Choose Your Connection............................................ 5 TV + HD Receiver + VCR + DVD Player .................... 6 TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR .................................. 7 TV + DVD + VCR ......................................................... 8 TV+ A/V Receiver or Speakers .................................. 9 Explanation of Jacks ................................................ 10 The Front of Your TV ............................................... 11 Front Inputs ..................................................... 11 Front Panel Buttons ........................................ 11 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and POP (Picture-outside-Picture) Operation ................... 21 PIP and POP Buttons ....................................... 21 Chapter 4: Using the TV's Menu System Sound Menu.............................................................. 22 Picture Menu ............................................................ 23 Channel Guide Menu ............................................... 23 Time Menu ................................................................ 24 Parental Control Menu ............................................ 24 PIP Menu ................................................................... 24 Setup Menu .............................................................. 24 Chapter 5: Other Information Troubleshooting ........................................................ 26 Care and Cleaning .................................................... 27 Limited Warranty ..................................................... 28 Accessories ................................................................ 29 Plug in the TV ........................................................... 11 Put batteries in the remote..................................... 11 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ............................................................ 11 Turn on the TV .......................................................... 11 Complete the Initial Setup ...................................... 11 Set the Menu Language ................................. 12 Complete Auto Channel Search ..................... 12 Changing Lists and Labels .............................. 12 Auto Convergence .......................................... 12 Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control ...................... 13 Using the INPUT Button ................................. 14 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ............................................................ 14 3 Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges · · · Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables. Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 1. Protect Components from Overheating · · · · Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. Don't stack components. When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation. If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won't flow around other components. Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference · · · Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack. If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the TV. If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables. Important Stand and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 1. Use Indirect Light Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting. Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book. Audio/Video cables Coaxial cable S-Video cable Component Video (Y·Pb·Pr) cables 4 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV. Note: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359. Components Cables Needed Connection Title Go to... Coaxial Audio/video TV DVD HD iver e Rec VCR Component video TV + HD Receiver + DVD + VCR page 6 Coaxial Audio/video VCR TV lite tel Sa S-Video TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR page 7 Coaxial Audio/video TV DVD TV + DVD + VCR page 8 VCR Component video For general information on connecting an A/V receiver or speakers to your TV, go to page 9. Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 5 Connections & Setup CABLE O R TV HD RECEIVER ANT IN OFF-AIR ANTENNA 1A S-VIDEO VIDEO DVD PLAYER R AUDIO L Y PB PR L R ANT OUT Y PB PR L R AUDIO OUT R L Y PB PR S-VIDEO SAT IN R HD iver e Rec 1B Satellite Receiver 3B L/MONO DVI-HDTV R 2B 2A Y PB PR L/MONO R 5A CMP1 CMP2 EXT/INT + + 5B TV Y PB PR L/MONO R COMPONENT INPUTS RIGHT LEFT EXTERNAL SPEAKERS S-VIDEO DVD 3A COMPOSITE INPUTS 3C V L/MONO R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V FIXED AUDIO R L VID1 ANTENNA/ CABLE S-VIDEO VARIABLE AUDIO SUBWOOFER L R VID2 V L/MONO R VCR 4C VCR VIDEO L AUDIO R 4A 4B IN OUT VIDEO ANTENNA IN L AUDIO R ANTENNA OUT TV + HD Receiver + VCR + DVD Player 1. Make sure cable or antenna and/or satellite is connected to your VCR. A. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the HD Receiver. B. Connect the satellite dish antenna to the satellite input on the HD Receiver. 2. Connect your HD Receiver to your TV. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L/MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the HD Receiver. B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y, PB, PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y, PB, PR jacks on the HD Receiver. Notes: The Y, PB, PR jacks are sending the digital cable signal to the TV. If your HD Receiver has a DVI output, connect the HD Receiver to your TV using a DVI cable. Make sure to connect the left and right audio cables to the DVI L/MONO and R jacks on the TV. 3. Connect your HD Receiver to your VCR. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the HD Receiver's antenna output and to VCR's antenna input. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the Audio Output jacks on the HD Receiver and to the Audio Input jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the Video Output jack on the HD Receiver and to the Video Input jack on the VCR. 4. Connect your VCR to your TV. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR. 5. Connect your DVD player to your TV. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP2 L/MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player. B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP2 Y, PB, PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y, PB, PR jacks on the DVD player. Notes: If your DVD player doesn't have Y, PB, PR jacks, but does have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the TV's VID1 S-VIDEO jack using an S-Video cable. If your DVD player doesn't have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the TV's VID1 V (video) jack using a video cable. Important: If you use the TV's VID1 S-VIDEO or V (video) jack to connect the DVD player, you must connect the audio cables to the TV's VID1 L/MONO and R jacks. Go to page 12 6 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 1 Connections & Setup SATELLITE RECEIVER S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R TV L/MONO DVI-HDTV R Y 3C Y PB PR L/MONO R CMP1 CMP2 EXT/INT + + 3A PB TV COMPONENT INPUTS 3B PR V L/MONO R RIGHT LEFT EXTERNAL SPEAKERS COMPOSITE INPUTS Sa S-VIDEO tel lite S-VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V FIXED AUDIO R L VID1 ANTENNA/ CABLE VARIABLE AUDIO SUBWOOFER L R VID2 V L/MONO R 1B 1C VCR CABLE O R OFF-AIR ANTENNA 1A L AUDIO R VCR VIDEO IN L O OUT VIDEO ANTENNA IN L AUDIO R ANTENNA OUT 2 TV + Satellite Receiver + VCR 1. Connect your VCR to your TV. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR. 2. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR. 3. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the Satellite Receiver. B. Connect the video cable to the VID1 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the Satellite Receiver. C. If your Satellite Receiver has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable (instead of the video cable in step B) to the S-VIDEO jack on the TV and to the S-VIDEO jack on the satellite receiver. Go to page 12 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 7 Connections & Setup DVD Player Y PB PR S-VIDEO L AUDIO R TV 1B Y L/MONO DVI-HDTV PB PR 1A L/MONO R CMP1 CMP2 EXT/INT + + TV R DVD Y PB PR L/MONO R COMPONENT INPUTS RIGHT LEFT EXTERNAL SPEAKERS COMPOSITE INPUTS S-VIDEO V L/MONO R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V FIXED AUDIO R L VID1 ANTENNA/ CABLE S-VIDEO VARIABLE AUDIO SUBWOOFER L R VID2 V L/MONO R VCR CABLE O R OFF-AIR ANTENNA 2C 2B VCR VIDEO L AUDIO R 2A L O IN OUT VIDEO ANTENNA IN L AUDIO R ANTENNA OUT 3 TV + DVD + VCR 1. Connect your DVD Player to your TV. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player. B. Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y, PB, PR jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y, PB, PR jacks on the DVD player. Notes: If your DVD player does not have Y, PB, PR jacks, but does have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the VID1 S-VIDEO jack on the TV using an S-Video cable. If your DVD player does not have an S-Video jack, connect the player to the VID1 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV using a video cable. Important: If you use the VID1 S-VIDEO or V (Video) jack to connect your TV to the DVD player, you must connect the audio cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R jacks on the TV. 2. Connect your VCR to your TV. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV and to the Video Output jack on the VCR. 3. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR. Go to page 12 8 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 1 Connections & Setup TV+ A/V Receiver or Speakers These are two different ways your TV uses a component to hear audio. 1. Connect audio cables to either the FIXED or VARIABLE AUDIO L and R OUTPUT jacks and to the Audio Inputs on the A/V receiver. · · FIXED provides fixed-level audio output from the TV. This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A/ V receiver that has its own volume control. VARIABLE provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels can be controlled by the volume controls on the TV and TV remote control. -OR2. Use speaker wire to connect the TV to external speakers. · The EXT/INT switch beside the jacks let you turn the TV's internal speakers on or off. If you connect external speakers, slide the switch to EXT so the audio is sent to the external speakers only. Choosing INT sends the audio to the TV's speakers only. Note: The external speaker rating is 8 ohms with 15 watts power handling capabilities. A/V RECEIVER CD IN R TAPE IN OUT TV IN VCR IN OUT L Connect to either FIXED or VARIABLE Output 1 Y L/MONO DVI-HDTV PB PR L/MONO R TV CMP1 CMP2 EXT/INT + + R Y PB PR L/MONO R COMPONENT INPUTS RIGHT LEFT EXTERNAL SPEAKERS COMPOSITE INPUTS S-VIDEO V L/MONO R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V FIXED AUDIO R L VID1 ANTENNA/ CABLE S-VIDEO VARIABLE AUDIO SUBWOOFER L R VID2 V L/MONO R 2 Chapter 1 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 9 Connections & Setup Explanation of Jacks This section describes the jacks you can use to make connections. There are several ways to connect components to your TV. DVI-HDTV Input Lets you connect an HD receiver with a DVI output. · L/MONO DVI-HDTV R DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed, digital video interface developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection. The signal speed of the DVI connection is 1080i for HDTV at a rate of 1.78 Gigabits per second. L/MONO (Audio) Provides left audio connection when using the DVI jack. The left audio connector is usually white. R (Audio) Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack. The right audio connector is usually red. Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the DVI cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound. · · COMPONENT INPUTS Lets you connect a component video source, such as a DVD player. Y PB PR L/MONO R · CMP1 Y, PB, PR (Component Video) Provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals. Use three video-grade cables for the connection. When using CMP1 Y, PB, PR, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the CMP1 L/MONO and R Audio Input jacks. CMP1 L/MONO (Audio) Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white. CMP1 R (Audio) Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually red. CMP2 Y, PB, PR, and L/MONO and R Audio Allows you to connect a second component video source. Their description is the same as CMP1 above. When using CMP2 Y, PB, PR, make sure you connect the left and right audio cables to the CMP2 Audio jacks. CMP1 CMP2 Y PB PR L/MONO R · · · COMPONENT INPUTS COMPOSITE INPUTS S-VIDEO COMPOSITE INPUTS Lets you connect another component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Its AUDIO jacks are the same as described for CMP1 above. · VID1 S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video jacks (VID1 and 2 Video) because the color part of the signal is separated from the black and white part of the picture. When using VID1 S-VIDEO, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio Input jacks. VID1 V (Video) Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow. VID2 S-VIDEO, V and L/MONO and R Audio Allows you to connect a component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Their description is the same as VID1 above. Note: Do not connect an S-Video and Video cable at the same time in either VID1 or VID2 jacks. VID1 V L/MONO R S-VIDEO VID2 V L/MONO R · · AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT V FIXED AUDIO R L AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUTS Lets you connect an amplifier or audio receiver for improved sound quality or an external video monitor. · · FIXED AUDIO L/R Provides fixed-level audio output from the TV. This audio output is ideal for connecting to an A/V receiver when you want to control the volume through the A/V receiver. VARIABLE AUDIO Provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are controlled by the volume controls on the TV and remote control. SUBWOOFER Provides lower bass audio frequencies out from the TV and to a subwoofer. Note: If you've connected a subwoofer, make sure you set the Subwoofer option in the Sound menu to External. Go to page 22 for instructions. VARIABLE AUDIO SUBWOOFER L R · EXTERNAL SPEAKERS · · EXT/INT + + Right and Left Speaker Terminals to receive left and right sound. Let you connect external left and right speakers to the TV EXT/INT (switch) Lets you turn the TV's internal speakers on or off. EXT sends audio to external speakers only. INT sends audio to the TV's internal speakers only. RIGHT LEFT ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the examples on pages 6-8, a VCR. EXTERNAL SPEAKERS 10 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 1 Connections & Setup The Front of Your TV Front Inputs The TV has front inputs for convenience: one set of audio/video inputs, an S-Video and a headphone jack. Locate the jacks either on the front of the TV or on one of the sides. You can access the component you connected to the front of the TV by pressing the INPUT button on your remote until FRNT appears on the screen. The jacks are ideal for using a video game console or a camcorder. Note: When connecting a device that uses a monaural cable, such as some camcorders, use the Left (mono) input jack to get sound from both speakers. PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV. To adjust volume control of the headphones, press the VOL > or VOL < button (the volume display appears). Press the arrow up or down button (the headphone volume display appears), then press the right or left arrow button to adjust the headphone volume. VIDEO (in) Receives video from another component such as a VCR, camcorder or video game console. L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a VCR, camcorder or video game console. S-VIDEO (in) Allows you to connect an S-Video cable from another component. Make sure you also connect audio cables from the component to the TV. Front Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV to operate many of the TV's features. MENU/OK Brings up the Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted items. CH v Scans down through the current channel list. In the menu system, acts like down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. CH Scans up through the channel list. In the menu system, acts like up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL < Decreases the volume. In the menu system, acts like left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL > Increases the volume. In the menu system, acts like right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. POWER Turns the TV on and off. Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. VOL Chapter 1 v Put batteries in the remote · · · Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing down on and sliding off the cover. Insert 2 "AA" fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. Replace the cover. How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup VCR1 ON OFF TV The technical term is "Navigation" ­ how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it. To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow TV button button to move right or left. To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK. Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color). DVD VCR2 AUX SAT CABLE MUTE CH + SKIP VOL CH - GUIDE DISC MENU M- GO BACK INFO OK FR EEZE Turn on the TV Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV's front panel. Arrows Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the remote into TV mode. "TV mode" means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV's functions. ZO O ZO OM + Tip To access the setup menus manually, press MENU and choose SETUP. Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows the TV's features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the setup screens appear. Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 11 Connections & Setup Set the Menu Language The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the menu system. 1. Highlight your preferred language for the menu system using the arrow buttons. 2. Press OK to select that language (the Channel Setup screen appears with Auto channel search highlighted). Complete Auto Channel Search This part of the setup allows the TV to search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called auto programming. Press OK to begin auto channel search. When the channel search is complete, press OK to access the List & Labels screen. Changing Lists and Labels The List & Labels part of the setup lets you edit your channel list and choose or create a personal six-character label for each channel. Note: Changing List and Labels can be time consuming. You can change these at a later time by accessing the Setup menu. 1. Press the left or right arrow to scroll through the available channels and choose the channel you want to edit. 2. Press the down arrow to highlight the In channel list option. Press the left or right arrow button to add (the box is checked) or remove (the box is unchecked) the channel from the list. 3. Press the down arrow to highlight the Channel label option. Press the left or right arrow button to scroll through the available list of 25 most common labels. The last option in the list allows you to create your own six-character label for the channel (the first letter of the label is highlighted). 4. Press the 1 or 2 number button to change the first letter of the label. 5. Press the right arrow to highlight the second letter, then press the 1 or 2 number button to change the second letter, etc... 6. When you are finished creating your label, select Go back (the Auto Convergence menu appears). Auto Convergence Your TV's picture tubes might have been disturbed during delivery or after you moved the TV, causing the color in your TV to be out of alignment. The colors adjust by starting auto convergence. 1. Press OK to begin auto convergence. 2. When the auto convergence is complete, the Red center convergence menu appears. The cross in the middle of the screen should be yellow. If it is not, use the arrow buttons to move the red cross to overlap the green cross. Press OK when adjustments are complete. 3. The Blue center convergence menu appears with a cyan cross in the middle of the screen. If it is not, use the arrow buttons to move the blue cross to overlap the green cross. Press OK (the TV tunes to the last available channel in the channel list). 12