Audiovox FPE4217P User Manual

FPE4217P

PDP TV

Operating Manual

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the manual completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

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Table of Contents

Important Information .......................................................................................................................................................1

Important Safety Precautions ...........................................................................................................................................2

Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................5

Identification of Controls ...................................................................................................................................................8

Connections ....................................................................................................................................................................11

Basic Operations ............................................................................................................................................................17

Memorizing the Channels...............................................................................................................................................18

Channel Selection ..........................................................................................................................................................20

Setting Picture ................................................................................................................................................................21

Setting Sound ................................................................................................................................................................22

Time Set and Sleep Timer .............................................................................................................................................23

Viewing Closed Captions ...............................................................................................................................................24

Setting Parental Control 5

Screen Setup for VGA(PC) Mode/Component Mode ....................................................................................................29

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................30

Care and Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................31

Specifications.................................................................................................................................................................32

Programming the Universal Remote Control .................................................................................................................33

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Important Information

WARNING:

CAUTION-To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of 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.eia.org

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

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 of 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 appliance.

FCC STATEMENT

FCC Notice

PDP TV: A CLASS B digital device

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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC CAUTION:

Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this monitor not expressly approved by the manufacturer could cause harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate this device.

WARNING: This is a CLASS B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in

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which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to counter interference.

Important Safety Precautions

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. But IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your PDP TV product, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.

1. Read these instructions---All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated.

2. Keep these instructions---These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future reference.

3. Heed all warnings---All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.

4. Follow all instructions---All operating instructions must be followed.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water---for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. Do not use immediately after moving from a low temperature to high temperature environment, as this causes condensation, which may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

6. Clean only with dry cloth---Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Ventilation---Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer instructions. The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions are followed.

8.Heat sources---Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Grounding or Polarization---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 are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Power cord protection---Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

NOTE: where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

11.Attachments---Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Do not use attachments not recommended by the

manufacturer. Use of improper attachments can result in accidents.

Important Safety Precautions (continued)

12. Stand---Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or

sold with the apparatus. Do not place the product on an unstable trolley, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting inserious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

13. Move carefully---When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven floor surfaces can cause the product to fall from the trolley. Never attempt to move the TV unless the AC power cord has been disconnected.

14. Lightning---Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Servicing---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.

16. Replacement parts---In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger.

17.Overloading---Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles on other equipment as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18.Entering of objects and liquids---Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.

19.Damage requiring service---If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified service person to perform repairs. a. When the power cord or plug is damaged. b. When a liquid is spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product. c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions. Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician. e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged in any way. f. When the product displays an abnormal condition or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product needs servicing.

20.Safety checks---Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.

21.Wall or ceiling mounting---When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer. This is a safety feature.

Important Safety Precautions (continued)

22. Power source---This product is intended to be supplied by a listed power supply indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the

type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges. When the unit has to be used with another power supply voltage, the power cable must be changed. Consult your product dealer. The socket outlet should be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. Use only the power cord designated by our dealer to ensure safety and EMC. When connecting other products such as VCRs and personal computers, you should turn off the power of the unit for protection against electric shock.

23.Panel protection---The PDP panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or impacted upon by other objects. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the PDP panel breaks.

24.Pixel defect---The PDP panel is a very high technology product, giving you finely detailed pictures. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product.

WARNING: For continued safety, apparatus with class I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

Setup

Using the Remote Control

<Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor window of the set. Objects between

the remote control and sensor window may prevent proper operation.

Note: This illustration is for reference only. The remote sensor may be in different locations on

different models.

Cautions regarding use of remote control

<Do not expose the remote control to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquids,

and do not place in an area with high humidity.

<Do not install or place the remote control under direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit. <The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor window of the main unit is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such a

case, change the angle of the lighting or PDP TV set, or operate the remote control closer to the remote sensor window.

Batteries for the Remote Control

Open the battery cover.

Precaution on battery use

Improper use of batteries can result in a leakage of chemicals and/or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.

<Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications.

<Different types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix batteries of different types.

<Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries and/or cause old batteries to leak

chemicals.

<Remove batteries as soon as they are non-operable. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If chemical leakage is found,

wipe with a cloth.

<If the remote control is not used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control.

Insert two size-AA batteries.

<(Place the batteries with their terminals

corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications in the battery compartment.)

Replace the cover.

Setup

Power connection

Plug into AC outlet.

AC cord

1. Connecting the female plug to the AC socket on the unit.

2. Connecting the male plug to the wall outlet as illustrated.

Note:

<This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. <Always unplug the AC cord from power outlet when not using for a long period of time.

Household power outlet

Speaker connection

(Black)

(Red)

Connect the speaker audio cable to the external speaker output jack on

Right speaker

Note:

1.Unplug the plasma display and all connected components before connecting the speakers.

2.The illustration may be different depending on model.

Left speaker

the unit matching the "+" and "-" ends of the cable with color.

(Black)

(Red)

Setup

Main unit (front view)

Identification of Controls

1. INDICATOR

2. POWER

Press this button to turn the unit ON from STANDBY mode. Press it again to turn the set back to STANDBY.

3. MENU

Press this button to access the MENU main page.

4. Volume 3/4

Press the VOL 4 or VOL3button to directly increase or decrease the sound volume level. In OSD Menu, press these buttons to adjust the value or setting of each item

5. Channel5/6

Channel Down or up. In OSD Menu, press these buttons to choose the OSD items.

6. REMOTE SENSOR

Note:

Functions of POWER , MENU, VOL3/4 and CH5/6 are also provided to the remote control. This operation manual provides a description based on operating functions with the remote control.

Main unit (rear view)

Identification of Controls (continued)

Speaker output jacks

SPE AKER

S/PD IF

COMPO NENT I NPUT 1

AUDIO

S/PDIF digital audio out terminal(optical)

COMPO NENT I NPUT 2

AUDIO

AC power input socket

AC IN PUT

Earphone jack

Identification of Controls

Remote Control

15 17

MTS/SAP

ZOOM CCD SLEEP

LIST

FAVORITE

PIP

P.POSITION SWAP FREEZE

AUDIO

PICTURE

1. POWER Turn the unit on or off

2. To select additional products to be controlled with remote control

Note: This remote control is an universal remote control. If your remote control does not work correctly when you operate the unit, please try to press TV button.

3. Direct channel selector/number buttons

Use these number buttons to select channel or input password.

4. INPUT

To quickly select input source

5. Dash(-)

used to enter a program number for multiple program channels such as 2-

1,2-2, etc.

6. RETURN

To quickly return to the previous channel

7. CH+/-

To select channels upward or downward

8. VOL+/-

Used to adjust volume.

9. MUTE Sound mute

10. MENU To access the Menu main page

11. INFO

18 19 20

To display channel status or signal information

12. Menu navigation button: 5634

56: To move upward or downward in menu operation;

34: To move left or right in menu operation;

To adjust selected menu item in menu operation;

OK button: To confirm or toggle between the settings of the selected

menu item.

13. EXIT

Used to exit the menu

14. ZOOM

To select screen aspect ratio

15. MTS/SAP

To select STEREO, SAP or MONO

16. CCD

To select closed caption mode

17. SLEEP

To set Sleep timer

18. PICTURE

To select the picture mode

19. AUDIO

To select the sound mode

20. FREEZE

To freeze current picture

Note: The above buttons without descriptions are not active.

Connections

Cautions before connecting

Carefully check the terminals for position and type before making any connections.

The illustration of the external equipment may be different depending on your model.

Loose connectors can result in image or color problems. Make sure that all connectors are securely inserted into their terminals.

Refer to the user manual of the external device as well.

When connecting an external device, turn the power off on the panel to avoid any issues.

Connect an Audio Processor or Hi-Fi (Digital Audio)

For a full Home Theater sound experience, you must connect your Hi-Fi or Audio processor to the S/PDIF (Optical) terminal on the TV rear.

Optical cable

S/PDIF IN

(Optical)

Audio Processor

Connect a VCR

How to connect:

Connect the Audio/Video cables between the Audio (L/R)/Video jacks on the unit and VCR.

Note: For better video, you can use the S-video terminal if your source supports it.

To play VCR

1. Turn on your PDP TV, press INPUT button on the remote control to select Composite1 (or S-Video if using S-VIDEO terminal).

2. Turn on your VCR , insert a videotape and press the Play button.

Video cable

Audio cable

S-video cable

HIFi System

Yellow (VIDEO)

White (AUDIO L)

Red (AUDIO R )

AV OUT

AUDIO

AV IN

AUDIO

VIDE O

Rear of the VCR

S VI DEO

VCR

ANT INANT OUT

Connect a Camcorder

Yellow (VIDEO)

White (AUDIO L)

Red (AUDIO R )

Connections (continued)

Video cable

Audio cable

OUT

AUDIO

RLVIDE O

How to connect:

Connect the Audio/Video cables between the Audio (L/R)/Video jacks on the unit and camcorder.

To playback Camcorder

1. Turn on your PDP TV , press INPUT button on the remote control to select Composite 2.

2. Turn on your VCR , insert a videotape and press the Play button.

3. Turn on your camcorder and set it to output mode. (For details, refer to your camcorder user manual.)

4. Insert the tape into the camcorder and press Play button.

Note:

The operations of the camcorder may be different and is dependant on your model. Please read the user manual of your camcorder to confirm operation.

Connect a DVD player

Connections (continued)

HDMI cable

DVD player with HDMI interface

How to connect a DVD Player using HDMI Connection:

Connect the HDMI cable between the HDMI interface on the unit and HDMI output on the DVD player.

To play DVD

1. Turn on your PDP TV , press INPUT button on the remote control to select HDMI.

2. Turn on your DVD player, insert a DVD disc and press the Play button.

Note:

If the external device has DVI output only, use a DVI to HDMI adapter cable to connect to the HDMI terminal. Connect the audio cable to the AUDIO IN terminal of D-SUB on the TV rear.

Connect a DTV receiver

white (audio L)

red (audio R, P /C )

Green (Y)

Blue (P /C )

rbr

Connections (continued)

RRGG BB

Video cable

Audio cable

RR GGBB

AV OUT

AUDIO

R L VIDE O

S VI DEO

AUD IOCOM PONEN T

AUDI O

L R

ANT

DVI

Rear of the DTV receiver

How to connect:

Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV receiver.

Connect the Video cable between the Y, Pb, Pr input jacks on the unit and Y, Pb, Pr output jacks on the DTV receiver .

Connect the Audio cable between the AUDIO input jack on the unit and AUDIO output jacks on the DTV receiver.

To Watch DTV

1. Turn on your PDP TV , press INPUT button on the remote control to select Component1.

2. Turn on your DTV receiver.

Connect a PC

Connections (continued)

D-sub cable

Audio cable

How to connect:

Connect a D-sub cable between the D-sub jack on the PC and the D-sub input jack on the unit.

Connect an Audio cable between the AUDIO output on the PC and AUDIO input jack on the unit.

To Watch the PC screen

1. Turn on your PDP TV , press INPUT button on the remote control to select VGA.

2. Turn on your PC and check for PC system requirements.

3. Adjust the PC screen.

Connections (continued)

Connect a VCR (for recording) or external amplifier

Yellow (VIDEO)

White (AUDIO L)

Red (AUDIO R )

Video cable

Audio

cable Audio cable

To Audio inputs

External Amplifier

AV OUT

AUDIO

RLVID EO

AV IN

AUDIO

RLVID EO

Rear of the VCR

ANT INANT OUT

How to connect:

Connect the Audio/Video cables between the Audio (L/R)/Video jacks on the unit and VCR.

- or -- or -

Connect the Audio cables between the Audio (L/R) jacks on the unit and external amplifier.

To record program

1. Turn on your PDP TV, select a program you wish to record.

2. Turn on your VCR, insert a videotape for recording.

3. Press the Record button to begin recording.

VCR for recording

To enjoy high-quality sound through an external amplifier

Note:

The operations of the amplifier may be different depending on model. Please read the user manual of your amplifier to confirm proper operation. The AV output terminals output audio/video signal inputted from Antenna input or AV inputs.

Basic Operations

Turning the Unit On and Off

Turning On

Insert the power cord into the wall outlet. Press the Power button on the remote control, the unit will be turned on and you will be ready to use its features.

Turning Off

With the power on, press the Power button on the remote control to turn off.

Note: You can also use the Power button on the control panel on the main unit.

Viewing the Menus and Displays

This unit has a simple, easy-to-use menu system that appears on the screen. This system makes it convenient and fast to use features on the unit. The unit also lets you display the status of many of your TV features.

Menu navigation

With the power on, press the MENU button to display the main menu.

Press button to select menu page.5or6

Press OK or button to enter the menu page.4

Within the menu, use , , to navigate or adjust.

Press OK or button to confirm, enter sub-menu or toggle the settings of the selected menu item.

Press MENU button to return to the previous level menu.

5 6 3or4

Press EXIT button to exit the main menu and return to your program.

Note: to clearly introduce the menu operations , this operation manual provides a description based on operation with the remote control.

Displaying Status Information

Press the INFO button on the remote control, the unit will display current status information such as channel number or signal source, etc.

On-screen Menus Language Selection

Press MENU.

5or6 4

Press to select Feature menu, press OK or to access the

submenu. Press to select ress OK or to

5or6 Menu Language item, p 4

select your desired language.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

Selecting Input Source Signal

Navigate to the Feature menu and highlight Source.

Press OK or to 4 select your desired input source.

Note: You may directly press INPUT button on the remote control to

select input source.

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Source

Time Set Sleep Timer

Parental Control

Closed Caption Options

CC when Mute

Menu Language

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

Source

Time Set Sleep Timer

Parental Control

Closed Caption Options

CC when Mute Menu Language

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

Off

English

To Exit

Off

English

To Exit

TV --------Select TV signal. Composite1-------Select signal from AV INPUT1 terminals. Composite2-------Select signal from AV INPUT2 terminals. Component1------Select signal from COMPONENT INPUT1 terminals. Component2------Select signal from COMPONENT INPUT2 terminals.

VGA-------Select signal from D-SUB input interface. HDMI-------Select signal from HDMI input interface.

S-Video-------Select signal from S-VIDEO input terminal.

Memorizing the Channels

This unit can automatically find all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and store them in memory.

Note: Be sure to select the TV source before operation.

Selecting the Tuning Band

Before your TV can memorize the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the unit. (i.e., an antenna or cable system)

Press MENU to display the menu main page.

Press repeatedly to select menu.5or 6 Setup

Press OK or to access the submenu.4

Press to select .5or 6 Tuning Band item

Press OK or to select the Tuning Band.4

Air, Cable, Cable HRC, Cable IRC and Cable Auto can be selected.

If using antenna, select Air;

If using cable, select one of Cable/Cable HRC/Cable IRC/Cable Auto according to your local area’s cable system. Normally please select Cable Auto. (For further band information, contact your cable service provider.)

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Tuning Band

DTV Signal

Auto Ch Search

Manual Ch Set

Channel Labels

To Move

Air

OK Exit

To Select

To Exit

Auto Channel Search

Navigate to the Setup sub-menu and highlight Auto Ch Search.

Press OK or to begin the auto channel search.

The unit will automatically search for all available TV/DTV (if

using antenna), CATV/CADTV (if using cable) program.

Note: if you want to stop the auto-search, press EXIT button.

Manual Channel Set

After setting channels into memory, you can add or delete channels from the default channel list as follows:

Navigate to the Setup sub-menu and highlight Manual Ch Set.

Press OK or to open Manual Channel Set Menu sub-menu.4

Use to navigate and select OK

5or6 a channel, then press the

button to add or delete the channel.

Press EXIT button to exit.

Now when you use CH+/- buttons to cycle among the channels, the deleted channels can not be selected.

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Autoprogram Menu

NTSC Channel 12

Channels Found

Progress (%)

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Tuning Band

DTV Signal

Auto Ch Search

Manual Ch Set

Channel Labels

To Move

Tuning Band

DTV Signal

Auto Ch Search

Manual Ch Set

Channel Labels

To Move

Air

OK Exit

To Select

Air

OK Exit

To Select

To Exit

Found

To Exit

Memorizing the Channels (continued)

DTV Signal Strength

You can make use of DTV signal strength monitor to check how strong your DTV signal is and whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation.

Navigate to the Setup sub-menu and highlight DTV Signal.

Press OK or to view the on-screen signal strength monitor to

see the quality of the signal being received.

Signal Level

Channel Label Setup

If required, you can give a name to the programs. Note: if a channel label is provided on the signal from the broadcasting station, the TV displays a short name for a DTV channel  even if you didn't setup a label for the channel.

Navigate to the Setup sub-menu and highlight Channel Labels.

Press OK or to open Channel Labels Menu.4

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Tuning Band

DTV Signal

Auto Ch Search

Manual Ch Set

Channel Labels

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

Weak Normal

Tuning Band

DTV Signal

Auto Ch Search

Manual Ch Set

Channel Labels

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

Air

To Exit

Good

Air

To Exit

Within the menu, use to move the .

U 5/6 select a channel number, or

se to select character.

3/4 highlight or cursor

You may use OK button to return to the previous level menu.

To quit, press EXIT button.

Channel Labels Menu

Ch0005-0001

To Move

- - - - - - -

To Change

To ExitOK Exit

Channel Selection

Information about ATSC & NTSC channel numbering

= ATSC PSIP channel has two part channel number:

— Major channel number — Minor channel number

For example:

=In most situations the major channel number is same for both analog and digital channels (It is equal to the

NTSC channel number for existing broadcasters.)

=A minor channel number of zero is used for a broadcaster’s analog channel.

Channel Numbering Example

= Original NTSC Channels for Des Moines:

— 5, 8, 11, 13, 17

? Possible NTSC + ATSC Channels for Des Moines:

— 5-0, 8-0, 11-0, 13-0, 17-0 (channel numbers for existing analog channels)

— 5-1, 5-2, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3,8-4, 13-1 (channel numbers for digital channels)

Channel: 5-1

Major channel number

Minor channel number

Channel Selection

Using the Channel up/down buttons (CH+ or CH-)

Press the CH+ or CH- to cycle among available channels found.

Using the direct select buttons (0-9 and dash buttons)

Press the number buttons (0-9) and the dash button (-) to go directly to a channel. For example, if you want to select channel 8-3, just key in ‘8’, ‘-’, ‘3’ on the remote control.

Note:

=When you use the number buttons, you can directly select any channel within the channel range .

=In some situations virtual channel numbers have no correspondence to physical frequencies.

=To select an analog channel, you may directly input its major channel number. It is unnecessary to input the

minor channel number of zero.

Using the button

Press this button to switch between the current channel and the last viewed channel.

Setting Picture

Customizing the Picture

Press MENU to display the menu main page.

Press repeatedly to select menu.5or6 Video

Press OK or to access the submenu.4

Within the menu, use , , to navigate

Press OK or button to confirm, enter sub-menu or

toggle the settings of the selected menu item.

Press EXIT button to exit.

Option

Picture Mode

Contrast

Brightness

Color

5 6 3or4 or adjust.

Function Choice/remarks

Selects a desired picture mode.

Adjusts image contrast.

Adjusts screen brightness for easier viewing of dark picture such as night scenes and black hair.

Adjusts color saturation.

To Select

User

Wide

To Exit

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Picture Mode Contrast Brightness

Color Sharpness

Aspect Ratio

Advanced Video Menu

To Move

OK Exit

Notes:

The OSD illustration shown above is Video menu in RF(TV) mode.

The menu items may be different when the unit works in different mode.

User/Nature/Soft/Bright

Note: you may directly press PICTURE button on the remote control to select.

4: stronger 3 : weaker

4: lighter 3 : darker

4: stronger 3 : weaker

Sharpness

Adjusts image sharpness and displays a sharp image.

4: sharper 3 : softer

Wide/Cinema/Normal/Zoom

Aspect Ratio

Noise Reduction--Spatial

Noise Reduction--Speckle

Noise Reduction--Temporal

Selects screen aspect ratio.

Reduces noise in the picture, commonly called snow.

Note: you may directly press ZOOM button on the remote control to select.

On/Off

4: greenish

Tint

Adjusts tint for image.

3 : purplish

Selects one of three automatic color

Color

Temperature

Advanced Video Menu

3D Y/C

adjustments. Sets to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colors with more blue.

Selects 3D comb filter on/off, normally please select On.

Cool/Warm/Normal

On/Off

To still the picture

Press the FREEZE button to hold on the image on the screen (the video sources are still operating). Press the button again to reactivate the image.

Note:

For the sake of protecting the screen, please do NOT still a picture for a long time.

Setting Sound

Adjusting the Volume

Using the volume buttons (VOL+ and VOL-) Press the VOL + or VOL- to increase or decrease the volume.

Using the Mute

At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTE button.

Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off.

To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again.

Customizing the sound

Press MENU to display the menu main page.

Press repeatedly to select menu.5or6 Audio

Press OK or to access the submenu.4

Within the menu, use , , to navigate

Press OK or button to confirm, enter sub-menu or toggle

the settings of the selected menu item.

Press EXIT button to exit.

Option

Sound Mode

Bass

Treble

5 6 3or4 or adjust.

Function

Selects sound mode.

Adjusts Bass (low sounds)

Adjusts Treble (high sounds).

To Select

User

RAW

Mono

To Exit

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Sound Mode

Bass

Treble

Balance

Earphone Vol

Digital Audio Output

MTS

To Move

OK Exit

(The above menu is shown as an example. It is in TV mode and the signal is analog)

Choice/Range/Remarks

User/News/Music/Movie

Note: you may directly press AUDIO button on the remote control to select.

4: stronger 3 : weaker

Balance

Adjusts volume balance (left and right volumes).

4:Higher volume from right speaker. 3 Higher volume from left speaker.:

4: stronger

Earphone Vol

Digital Audio

Output

Adjusts earphone volume.

Selects audio output mode from SPDIF.

AC-3 in AC-3 out

RAW:

PCM in PCM out

AC-3 in PCM out

PCM:

PCM in PCM out

3 : weaker

The choice may be different in

MTS

(In analog

signal only)

Audio Language

(In digital

signal only)

Selects MTS (multi-channel TV sound) mode: Mono, Stereo and SAP (Second Audio Program).

Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station.

different situation

Note: you may directly press MTS/SAP button on the remote control to select.

The choice may be different in

different situation

Notes: the menu items may be different when the unit works in different mode.

RAW/PCM

Time Set and Sleep Timer

Auto Clock Setup

- The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal.

- The digital channel signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station.

- Set the clock manually, if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.

Press MENU to display the menu main page.

Press repeatedly to select menu ress OK or to

5or6 Feature , p 4

access the submenu.

Highlight Time Set item, p 4 menu ress OK or to access the Time Set Menu.

Highlight Time Set Mode and then use OK or to select Auto.4

Highlight Time Zone and then use OK or to select your viewing

area time zone: Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii, Eastern, Central, Mountain.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu.

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Time Set Menu

Time Set Mode

Time Zone

Year

Date

Time

Source

Time Set

Sleep Timer

Parental Control

Closed Caption Options

CC when Mute Menu Language

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

To Change

To Move

Off

English

To Exit

Auto

Pacific

2004

Aug 22

12:00 AM

To ExitOK Exit

Manual Clock Setup

- If current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually.

Navigate to the Feature sub-menu, highlight Time Set Mode

then use OK or to select Manual

Press

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to

return to the previous menu.

5or6 to select either the Year, Date, or Time option. Once

selected, 3 4

4 .

use OK or / to set the year, date, and time options.

and

Note: if you power off the TV set, the clock setting will be cleared.

Sleep timer

Sleep timer lets you select the amount of time before your TV turns itself off automatically.

Navigate to the Feature sub-menu, highlight Sleep Timer use OK or to select the amount of time

4 . To turn off sleep timer,

select Off.

Note: you may directly press SLEEP button on the remote control to set sleep timer.

and then

Time Set Menu

Time Set Mode

Time Zone

Year

Date

Time

To Change

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

To Move

Source

Time Set

Sleep Timer

Parental Control

Closed Caption Options

CC when Mute Menu Language

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

Manual

Pacific

2004

Aug 22

12:00 AM

To ExitOK Exit

Off

English

To Exit

Viewing Closed Captions

The unit decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. Most prerecorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as well. Check for the closed caption symbol in your television schedule and on the tape’s packaging: .

Note:

The Caption feature does not work with Component, VGA,HDMI. Not all the programs and videos will offer closed captioning. Please look for the symbol to ensure that captions will be shown.

Analog Broadcasting System Captions

- Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information if provided on a program.

- Analog caption displays information on the screen usually the program’s dialog.

Press CCD button on the remote control to select caption mode: CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, TEXT1, TEXT2, TEXT3 orTEXT4.

To turn off closed captioning, press CCD repeatedly to select Off.

The Closed Caption broadcasts can be viewed in two modes: CAPTION and TEXT. For each mode, four channels are available.

The [CAPTION] mode shows subscripts of dialogues and commentaries of TV dramas and news programs while allowing a clear view of the picture.

The [TEXT] mode displays various information over the picture (such as TV program schedule, weather forecast, etc.) that is independent of the TV programs.

Digital Broadcasting System Captions

- You may use CCD button on the remote control to select caption mode.

=You can customize the digital closed captions that

appear on your screen.

Navigate to the Feature sub-menu, highlight Closed Caption

Options and then use 4OK or to open the Digital Closed Caption sub-menu.

Highlight Style and then use OK or to select Custom.4

5or6 4

Press to select your desired item, and then use OK or to

customize the Size, Font, etc. to your preference. A preview sample menu the effect.

¨Size: Set the size the words will appear in. ¨Font: Select a typeface for the words. ¨Text Color: Choose a color for the text. ¨Text Opacity: Specify the opacity for the text color. ¨Background Color: Select a background color. ¨Background Opacity: Select the opacity for the background color. ¨Edge Effect: Select an edge effect. ¨Edge Color: Select a color for the edges.

is provided at the bottom of the screen for you to see

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Digital Closed Caption

Style

Size

Font

Text Color

Text Opacity

Background Color

Background Opacity

Edge Effect

Edge Color

Source

Time Set Sleep Timer

Parental Control

Closed Caption Options

CC when Mute Menu Language

CLOSED CAPTION SAMPLE

To Move

Off

English

OK Exit

To Select

Custom

Normal

Default

White

Solid

Black

Solid

None

Red

To Select

To Exit

To ExitOK Exit

Setting CC When Mute

Navigate to the Feature sub-menu, highlight CC when Mute.

Press 4 OK or to select On or Off.

When On is selected, the unit will automatically display closed caption when you mute the sound.

Video

Audio

Setup

Feature

Source

Time Set Sleep Timer

Parental Control

Closed Caption Options

CC when Mute

Menu Language

To Move

OK Exit

To Select

Off

English

To Exit

Setting Parental Control

Parental Control

This function allows TV programs to be restricted and TV usage to be controlled based on FCC data. It prevents children from watching violent or sexual scenes that may be harmful. Restriction of TV programs includes two ratings that contain information about the program: the MPAA rating and the TV Parental Guidelines. The MPAA rating is restricted by age. TV Parental Guidelines are restricted by age and content. Since a TV program may use either the MPAA rating or the TV Guidelines, both should be adjusted for complete control.

[1] Movie Rating (MPAA)

Rating

age

based

PG-13

NC-17

NONE

GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.

PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PARENTAL STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.

X Rating is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded in the data of older movies.

NOT RATED.

Note:

The Movie rating is only age-based.

Example 1:

“PG-13” in the age-based rating is blocked, this will automatically block the higher ratings: “R”, “NC-17”, “X” also.

Example 2:

“R” in the age-based rating is blocked, this will automatically block the higher rating: “NC-17”, “X” also.

Parental Control Menu

MPAA TV RATING

NONE NONE

G TV-Y

PG TV-Y7

PG-13 TV-G

R TV-PG

NC-17 TV-14

X TV-MA

To Move

Parental Control Menu

MPAA TV RATING

NONE NONE

G TV-Y

PG TV-Y7

PG-13 TV-G

R TV-PG

NC-17 TV-14

X TV-MA

To Move

ALL FV

To Select

ALL FV

To Select

V D

To ExitOK Exit

V D

To ExitOK Exit

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