Audiovox FP1520 User Manual

AUDIO OX

ELECTRONICS CORP.

15" LCD TV

Operating Instructions

Model No. FP1520

For assistance, please call: 1-800-645-4994

Or visit us at WWW.AUDIOVOX.COM

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these

instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference

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Important Safety Instructions:

Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future references.

Heed Warnings

All Warnings on the product and in the operation instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions

All Operating and user instructions should be followed.

Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. DO NOT use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use damp Cloth for cleaning. Attachments DO NOT use attachments not recommend by the product manufacturer they may cause hazards.

Mounting

DO NOT place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of this product should follow the manufacture's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

Heat

The Product should be situated away from heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Water

DO NOT use this product near water. For example: Avoid placing it near bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, ETC¡K

Cabinet Slots

NEVER push objects or any kind into the unit through the cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. NEVER spill liquid of any kind on the product.

Ventilation

DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacture's instructions. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back and bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from Overheating. These openings must NOT be blocked or covered. There should be at least 10cm of space from these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, rug or other similar surface. This product should NOT be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

Important Safety Instructions Continued

Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider then the other). This plug will fit the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

Power - Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

Power Sources

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rear panel. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product d ealer or local power company.

Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for a long period of time, unplug it from the outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

Overload

DO NOT overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Damages Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

¡PWhen the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. ¡PIf liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. ¡PIf the product has been exposed to rain or water. ¡PIf the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

¡PIf the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. ¡PWhen the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a

need for service.

Important Safety Instructions Continued

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. UNAUTHORIZED substitution may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repair to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if remote battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Storage

Store LCD TV in a dark room at room temperature and low humidity in the origional packing condition, to avoid condensation that may cause failure.

Handling

Since the LCD TV consists of glass and precise electronic components, it will be damaged by excessive shock or drop. Please handle the LCD TV carefully to minimize shock during transportation.

Important Information Regarding Use of Video Games, Computer, Captions or other Fixed Image Displays.

The Extended use of a fixed image program material can cause permanent "Shadow Image" on the LCD Panel. The Background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of stationary fixed image. This type of irreversible LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps: Reduce the brightness/contrast setting to a minimum viewing level. DO NOT display the fixed image for extended periods of time. Turn the power off when not in actual use.

Recycling

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and has a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact you local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: http://www.eiae.org/

Important Safety Instructions Continued

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

CAUTION :

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

The Lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk or electric shock to persons.

The Exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product).

Federal Communication Commission Information (FCC)

This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, 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 If this equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

¡PReorient or relocate the TV antenna ¡PIncrease the separation between TV and other equipment. ¡PConnect TV into separate outlet from equipment. ¡PConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment

CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

Important Safety Instructions -------------------------------------------------------01~04 Product Description -------------------------------------------------------------------------06 Product Features -----------------------------------------------------------------------------07 Package Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------------------08

2. SYSTEM SETUP

Top Panel & Remote Controller Function -------------------------------------09~12 Assembly and Connections --------------------------------------------------------------13 Input/Output Signal Connections -------------------------------------------------14~17

3. FP1520 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TV and AV Manual Operating Instructions -----------------------------------18~31 Using the FP1520 as a Computer Monitor -----------------------------------32~37

4. REFERENCE

Display Modes ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------38 LCD Monitor Display Angle ---------------------------------------------------------------38

5. APPENDIX

Troubleshooting -----------------------------------------------------------------------------39~43 Specification --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------44

1. INTRODUCTION

Product Description

Thank you for choosing the AUDIOVOX FP1520 TFT-LCD Color TV/Monitor and for your continued support and use of our products. The FP1520 combines the features of a TV/MONITOR with a THIN FILM TRANSISTOR liquid crystal display (TFT-LCD). This new generation of TFT-LCD incorporates a high quality display in a light weight module. As such the unit has power-saving capabilities and emits no X-ray radiation. There are many benefits from this TFT-LCD namely comfort, safety, and environmental protection. The FP1520 features a 15" color-active matrix, Thin-Film-Transistor (TFT) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) to provide superior display performance. A maximum resolution of 1024x768 is ideal for displaying complex graphics and high definition images from your computer. Other outstanding features include freedom from video oscillations and selection of various choices of digital video and audio signal inputs. You will get the feeling that the large-sized surface of operation with the Video - On - Video (VOV) feature, together with the high-quality 3D stereo speakers and remote high-level amplifiers connections,provides a coherent, top-of-the-line Audio and Video systems for viewing pleasure. In addition the TFT-LCD display allows "Plug & Play" connection to your PC and has a built-in On Screen Display (OSD) functions that can operate from the convenience of a remote control.

Product Features

TFT-LCD screen connected with Computer support DDC1/2B for"Plug & Play"compatibility. 15-Inch high-resolution LCD Monitor which supports XGA 1024x768 resolution. Super 2,359,296 high-resolution pixels to enhance TFT-LCD definition. Super 450cd/m high-brightness for picture enjoyment. Super wide viewing angle : Horizontal : 130 , Vertical : 120 . Super-low power consumption ; 50% more power saving than conventional TV. Super 9300 color temperature for LCD monitor choice of color. Internal subtitle decode function to precisely display multi-language capability CATV full-frequency channel receive capability AV-terminal input and S-Video inputs for high-quality pictures. 3D Stereo for realistic acoustics. Slim space-saving feature of up to 70% compared with a normal CRT monitor. Light design reduces weight by 15% compared with traditional TV monitor. High contrast ratio of 500 : 1 provides optimum clear image. Multi-digital input terminal provides a host of video and audio choices. Supports Video-On-Video ; VOV can display multiple video sources at one time. Intelligent screen image setting Intelligent Window Control Surface to simplify function settings. Built-in wall mounting ; Detachable stand enhances wall-mounting application.

Package Contents

Please check the FP1520 Package to make sure it contains the following items :

SPEAKERS 15"TFT-LCD

BASE TRANS

Slim-type

Remote Control

Power Transformer Cord

(Mounted in base from the factory)

AUDIO OX

ELECTRONICS CORP.

15" LCD TV

Operating Instructions

Model No. FP1520

For assistance, please call: 1-800-645-4994

Or visit us at WWW.AUDIOVOX.COM

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these

instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference

For Customer Service Visit Our Website At

www.audiovox.com

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Power Cord

VGA Cable User Manual Right-angle adapter

2. SYSTEM SETUP

Top Panel & Remote Control Function

TOP PANEL :

VOL- VOL+MENU POWER CH- CH+

VOL - : Volume down Button : decreases volume MENU : Menu Button : Selects command function VOL + : Volume up Button : Increases volume POWER : Power Button : Power on/off control CH - : Channel down Button : Decreases setting channel CH + : Channel up Button : Increases setting channel IR : Remote IR detect window : Receives IR signal from remote control

Remote Control Unit :

Remote Control Buttons :

POWER

To turn Power On/Off

KEYP AD

Press number ke y to select c hannel of TV

MUTE

Turns volume off

CH+

Ch+

Increases TV channel setting

AUTO

Auto

Scans signal c hannels TV and CATV

OSD Display

Chooses on-screen subtitle color , including y ellow, blue , white and b lac k

Main Disp Switc h

Chooses Main Displa y for AV, SV,CATV, TV, PC

Sub Disp Switch

Chooses Sub Displa y for AV, SV,CATV, TV

Sub Disp Move

CH-

Ch-

Decreases TV channel setting

Enters command ke ypad functions

ENTER

Enter

Vol-

VOL-

Decreases v olume setting

Press to show VOV,sub picture and shift its position to one of f our vie wing angles in TV

VOV Swap

Switches Video-On-Video in the TV window

BACKWARD

Selects ne xt men u item

CANCEL

Cancels OSD

Vol+

VOL+

Increases v olume setting

ADJ

Adjusts the saturation,hue ,brightness

ADJ

and contrast functions

INFO

Info

Displays the signal sour ce of the current c hannel

FORWARD

Selects pre vious men u item

Displays the main men u on screen

RECALL

Recall

Recalls the last c hannel vie wed

Remote Control Battery Installation/Removal :

Open CR2025

Pull out

Open CR2025

LITHIUM BATTERY

CR2025

IMPORTANT !!

The Remote Control is shipped with the Battery pre-installed and protected with a Plastic Shipping Tab. This Tab must be removed prior to attempting to operate the unit.

Plastic ShippingTab

Change the Battery if the Remote Control no longer operates the FP1520.

LITHIUM BATTERY

CR2025

Caution :

Only use CR2025 type Battery. Confirm the polarity(+/-) of battery before installing Removal the battery if the Remote Control is not to be used for a long time.

Remote Control Operating Instruction:

The Remote Control Transmission consists of an Infrared (IR) Signal. Make sure the line-of-sight between Remote Control and FP1520 is clear of objects that could interfere with the remote IR signal. Always point the Remote Control directly at the FP1520 sensor.

IR sensor

30 30

CAUTION !!

Avoid damaging the Remote Control by : Applying excessive pressure when pressing buttons Exposing to extreme Low or High temperatures Exposing to excessive Moisture Mishandling to Dropping

Assembly and Connection

The Speakers were premounted to the TV display in the factory prior to shipment. Locate the power cable in the accessory box and connect it to the base unit. Plug the other end of the power cable into the wall outlet.

The adapter is premounded in the base unit.

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