Ingenuity and advanced technology are the key factors in the development of your new Bang & Olufsen TV-set, so naturally it produces picture and sound of exceptional quality. On top of that it has a number of equally important features which make it a versatile and safe investment.
The MX 5000 can form part of a Beolink system in which audio and video products are interconnected and can be operated by the use of one remote control only - the Beolink 1000 terminal supplied with this set.
This manual explains everything you need to know about setting up and operating your TV-set. If your Bang & Olufsen dealer has carried out the setting up and tuning process for you, you can proceed directly to the brief operation guide to familiarize yourself with the day-to-day functions of your TVset.
16 MAKING YOUR TV-SET READY FOR LISE ○ Placement, 16 ○ Connection and switching on, 16 ○ Tuning 17 ○ Displays appearing during tuning, 19
23 SOCKETS ON BEAR PANEL
See the current time Press PLAY Press PLAY once more for a permanent display Press PLAY a third time to remove the time display
Switch off Press The stand-by indicator lights up again
The TV-set always switches on at specific preset picture and sound levels. These levels may be adjusted, and new preset levels may be stored, if required.
If you adjust the picture and sound values while you are watching TV without storing the new levels, you just have to press RESET to return to the preset levels.
Cue |
Factory preset
level |
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BRILLIANCE |
Intensity of light on screen
(adjustment range 0 – 31) |
20 |
COLOUR |
Saturation of colours
(adjustment range 0 – 60) |
40 |
CONTRAST |
Difference between black
and white (adjustment range 0 – 31) |
24 |
If, while watching TV, you want to see the cues momentarily, press PICTURE one or more times as required.
To adjust brilliance, colour or contrast
To preset a new picture level
If you want to store the adjusted levels as your new preset picture level, press STORE PICTURE STORE. The cue PICTURE will appear in the upper left-hand corner of the screen, indicating that you are storing the current brilliance, colour and contrast levels.
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Cue |
Factory preset
level |
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VOLUME |
Volume level
(adjustment range 0 – 40) |
20 |
BALANCE |
Distribution of sound
from the two speakers (adjustment range -8 – 8) |
0 |
TREBLE |
High tones
(adjustment range -4 – 5) |
0 |
BASS |
Low tones
(adjustment range -4 – 5) |
0 |
VOLUME HP |
Volume level in headphones
(adjustment range 0 – 32) |
25 |
If, while watching TV, you want to see the cues momentarily, press SOUND one or more times as required.
To adjust volume |
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To adjust balance, treble, bass or
headphone volume level |
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To preset a new sound level |
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The special sound indicator field referred to in this section is located in the upper right-hand corner of the TV-set.
Your TV-set will automatically reproduce stereo sound when the source, e.g. a TV program or a video tape, is in stereo*.
During stereo sound reproduction, two red arrows are lit in the sound indicator field. The two arrows will also be lit whenever the 21-pin A/V socket or the 7-pin LINE socket is used as sound input, i.e. even if you are playing a video tape recorded with mono sound.
Poor stereo sound due to weak stereo TV signals may be improved by switching to mono.
To do so, press TURN.
During mono sound reproduction, no arrows are lit in the sound indicator field.
Press TURN again to return to stereo.
Mono:
Storon
*The built-in decoder is designed for stereo reception according to the West German system A2. For reception of the digital stereo system NICAM, your TV-set must be equipped with a NICAM-decoder
This function is useful if you are watching a dual language TV program and want to switch from one language to the other.
To do so, press TURN.
During reproduction of language A (B), the left (right) arrow is lit in the sound indicator field.
Language A:
Language B:
Enlarging the sound image
The sound image of TV programs can be enlarged by pressing SOUND TURN. This gives you the impression that the speakers are farther apart than they actually are.
If the sound is in stereo, you obtain what is usually referred to as 'enhanced stereo'. If the sound is in mono, however, you obtain what is usually referred to as 'pseudo stereo'.
Press SOUND TURN again to return to normal sound image.
Enlarged sound image can be obtained only if the TV-set is in TV mode, i.e. if you are watching a TV program.
Enlarged sound image:
Teletext provides a wealth of useful information. Just like a book, it consists of an index page and numbered pages which you can look up. The MX 5000 enables you to store the four most frequently watched pages on four memory
pages (MEM 1/2/3/4) for quick access.
When you press TEXT, one of the four memory pages appears on the screen.
Press ≤ or ≥ to go to the previous or the following memory page or key in the number of the memory page you want to watch (1, 2, 3 or 4).
You may store any teletext page of your choice on each of these four memory pages:
Repeat this procedure to fill in the remaining memory pages.
The page memory function is applicable on any of the preset numbers from 1 to 32. Provided you have preset a TV station transmitting teletext on each of these 32 numbers, you can, if you like, store a total of 128 (4 x 32) different pages.
The four memory pages of the preset TV station you have last been watching are retained in the memory of the TV-set and can be seen any time after the TV station concerned has suspended its teletext transmissions.
6. Press STORE a second time.
After having switched to teletext you can select one of the numbered pages directly:
These simple functions enable you to gain access to all the information available in teletext.
Returning to index page 100 | |
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Superimposing the TV picture on the teletext page |
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Enlarging the text |
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Retaining a page |
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Revealing concealed text |
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Using the time function
(This function is applicable only if the page concerned carries a time signal.) |
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Using the update function |
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While you are waiting for a page to appear at a specified time or for an |
appear at a specified time or for an update, don't forget that the TV-set is still in the teletext mode. This means that the buttons on the remote control are still dedicated to teletext functions.
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The TV-set must be placed on a firm surface. Allow a space of at least 5 cm above and to the sides of the TV-set for adequate ventilation.
The TV-set may be placed in an upright position or at a slight tilt backwards. The bracket underneath the TV-set must be turned forwards to make the TV-set tilt. Lift the TVset to gain access to the bracket.
Special stands designed by Bang & Olufsen are available as optional accessories.
For further details about these, see the section "Connecting and using optional accessories".
(If the TV-set is to be connected to a video recorder, follow the instructions on page 20.)
The stand-by indicator in the upper right-hand corner lights up, indicating that the TV-set is in stand-by mode and ready to be operated with the remote control terminal.
The power switch is located underneath the loudspeaker panel. The button to the left of the power switch enables you to switch on the TV-set and to step through the preset stations.
Just like a radio, your TV-set must be tuned to pick up the stations available in your area. While you search for a station, the frequencies will be displayed at the top of the screen.
In order to avoid going through the tuning process every time you want to watch television, you can preset each station found. The TV-
set can store up to 32 different stations in its memory on the preset numbers 1-32.
The TV-set is equipped to receive both PAL/SECAM B/G signals (used in most European countries) and SECAM L signals (used in France only). TV-sets sold in the UK are also equipped to receive PAL I TV signals.
Press TV to switch on the TV-set before you start the tuning process.
Tuning by automatic search This tuning procedure may be used if you don't know on which frequencies to find the stations available in your area.
This tuning procedure may be used if you know on which frequencies to find the stations available in your area.
6. Press STORE once.
Repeat this procedure to find and preset other stations.
5. Press STORE once.
Repeat this procedure to find and preset other stations.
The following displays appear when you carry out the tuning process. |
P
followed by a number (1-32) indi-
cates the current preset number (used for storing a specific fre- |
L indicates that the TV-set is set for the SECAM L TV system. |
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quency). | M indicates that the TV-set is set | |
F followed by three digits indicates
the frequency in Megahertz (MHz) without decimals. The frequency scale on this TV-set ranges from 45 |
tem. This facility is available only if
your TV-set has been equipped with an NTSC decoder. |
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to 855 MHz. |
A/V
indicates that the preset num-
ber concerned has been prepared |
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FT followed by a plus or a minus indicates a fine tuning in progress. |
for video playback (cf. the para-
graph "Tuning the TV-set for video playback"). |
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B
indicates that the TV-set is set for
the PAL I (UK only) or the PAL/ SECAM B/G TV system. |
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If, while watching TV, you want to |
If, while watching TV, you want to see the displays momentarily, press TV.
For A/V connection between the video and the TV-set, use a 21-pin A/V cable. If you use a 21-pin A/V cable, you do not have to tune the TV-set for video playback. You can show a video tape on any of the 32 preset numbers of your TV-set.
If the video is connected to the TVset by both an aerial cable and a 21-pin A/V cable, any of the following Bang & Olufsen videos may be operated with the Beolink 1000 remote control.
Beocord VX 5000 Beocord VHS 91.2 Beocord VHS 91* Beocord VHS 82.2 Beocord VHS 82 Beocord VHS 66* Beocord VHS 63
If the video is connected to the TVset by an aerial cable only , you must prepare one of the TV-set's preset numbers for video playback.
The SHIFT 2 instruction can be cancelled by pressing SHIFT 2 again.
Whenever you want to watch a video tape, remember to select the preset number you have prepared for video playback.
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A Beolink system is a system containing both audio and video products which are interconnected. Using one remote control only, you can operate the video system through the audio master or operate the audio system through the video master. This means that you can hear a TV program through the audio speakers or listen to the radio through the TV speakers.
The MX 5000 is a Beolink master. By connecting it to a Beolink compatible Beomaster/Beocenter you can obtain the special Beolink functions.
Connect the Beomaster/Beocenter to the LINE socket on the rear panel of the MX 5000 using a 7pin DIN cable (Beolink cable).
The Beolink cable is available in different lengths:
6270222 black, 1.5 m 6270353 black, 5 m 6270337 black, 10 m 6270354 black, 20 m 6270338 (extension cable), 1.5 m
6270393 grey, 1.5 m 6270394 grey, 5 m 6270395 grey, 10 m 6270396 grey, 20 m
The Beolink system may be set up in two ways to suit individual patterns of use:
The video and audio systems are placed close to each other so that the commands from the Beolink 1000 can be received by both systems at the same time.
The video and audio systems are placed far apart, e.g. in separate rooms, so that the commands from the Beolink 1000 can be received by only one system at a time.
Both the video and audio masters in a Beolink system must be preprogrammed according to the chosen set-up. Use the Beolink 1000 terminal to pre-program the MX 5000, which must be in stand-by mode during pre-programming.
Situation 1 (option 1):
Press PICTURE 1 STORE
The stand-by indicator flickers momentarily as an indication that the command has been received.
Situation 2 (option 2):
Press PICTURE 2 STORE
The stand-by indicator flickers momentarily as an indication that the command has been received.
The MX 5000 can also be pre-programmed for Master Control Link 2 system set-ups ( TV-set must be in stand-by mode ):
If the TV-set is to operate as a master TV-set in the MCL 2 system, press PICTURE 5 STORE. If the TV-set is to operate as a slave TV-set in the MCL 2 system, press PICTURE 6 STORE.
For further information about how to use your TV-set in an MCL 2 system, please refer to the special MCL manuals.
The stand-by indicator flickers momentarily as an indication that the command has been received.
If your Beolink system is set up according to situation 2 , you can operate the audio or video system as usual to obtain the Beolink functions.
If, however, your Beolink system is set up according to situation 1 , you must use the AV button on the Beolink 1000 to obtain the Beolink functions. The AV button relays the commands following the AV command from one system to the other. For example, if you press AV and then TV, the TV-set will switch on, but the sound from the TV program will be reproduced by the audio speakers. If you press AV and then CD you will hear the music from the compact disc player in the TV speakers.
The accessories referred to in this section are all available as optional extras from your Bang & Olufsen dealer.
The Bang & Olufsen Form 1 or Form 2 headphones can be connected to the TV-set via the headphones socket on the front in the lower right-hand corner. When you use headphones, the volume level in the headphones and the volume
level in the built-in speakers of the TV-set can be adjusted individually. Press MUTE if you want to mute the sound in the built-in loudspeakers. See page 9 for information about volume control in headphones.
Auxiliary speakers (8 ohm) can be connected to the TV-set via the speaker sockets on the rear panel (L for left speaker, R for right speaker).
If you connect the speakers as in pos. 1 on the illustration, both sets of speakers (auxiliary and built-in) are cut in.
If you connect the speakers as in pos. 2 on the illustration, the builtin speakers are cut out.
Any adjustment of sound, e.g. volume or balance adjustment, also applies to the sound produced by the auxiliary speakers.
Avoid placing the loudspeakers too close to the TV-set as this may affect the picture quality adversely.
Ideal placement of the MX 5000 is on the ST 5000, the MS 5000 (a motorized stand) or the MB 5000 (a motorized base). The socket marked B&O STAND on the rear panel of the TV-set is for connecting the MS/MB 5000.
Your video recorder and/or satellite receiver, if any, can be placed underneath the TV-set on shelves which can be purchased separately and fixed to the ST 5000/MS 5000.
If your MX 5000 is placed on the MS/MB 5000, you can use the Beolink 1000 to turn the TV-set from its neutral position so that it faces your viewing position.
and CONTRAST)
For further information about accessories, please consult your Bang & Olufsen dealer.
Wipe dust off the TV-set using a dry, soft cloth.
Remove grease stains or more persistent dirt using a soft cloth moistened with a little diluted mild
detergent. Wring the cloth firmly before use.
Never use denatured alcohol to clean your TV-set.
After some time (usually years) particles may penetrate the space behind the contrast screen, forming a thin film of dirt on its inner surface. This may affect the clarity of the picture adversely, and the screen should be removed and cleaned:
First remove the upper and lower plastic strips: Press the strip firmly in one side
(A).
Carefully grip the end of the strip (B) and pull it out completely. When you have removed both strips, the four screws holding the contrast screen become accessible.
Loosen the two lower screws and one of the two upper screws. Hold the contrast screen firmly while loosening the fourth and final screw.
Once the contrast screen is detached, clean both sides of the contrast screen and the surface of the picture screen using a soft cloth moistened with a little diluted mild detergent. Wring the cloth firmly before use.
The remote control may be wiped with a soft cloth moistened with a little diluted mild detergent. Wring the cloth firmly before use.
When the three batteries in the remote control are flat, replace them using 1.5 V (size AAA - Alka-line) batteries.
This TV-set uses frequencies as reference for tuning. The advantage of this system is that you can select with great precision any frequency on which a TV station or cable TV is transmitting. Such built-in flexibility ensures that the TV-set can cope with variations in transmission practices. This list of frequencies gives you the usual channel designations and their corresponding frequencies.
Channel | On-screen | Channel | On-screen | Channel | On-screen | Channel | On-screen |
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designation | on display | designatic | on display | designation | display | designation | display |
no | MHz | no | MHz | no | MHz | no | MHz |
E2
E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 |
48
55 62 175 182 189 196 203 |
E10
E11 E12 S1 S2 S3 S4 |
210
217 224 105 112 119 126 |
S 5
S 6 S 7 S 8 S 9 S10 S11 S12 |
133
140 147 154 161 168 231 238 |
S13
S14 S15 S16 S17 S18 S19 S20 |
245
252 259 266 273 280 287 294 |
Channel | On-screen | Channel | On-screen | Channel | On-screen | Channel | On-screen |
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designation | display | designation | display | designation | display | designation | display |
no | MHz | no | MHz | no | MHz | no | MHz |
21 | 471 | 34 | 575 | 46 | 671 | 58 | 767 |
22 | 479 | 35 | 583 | 47 | 679 | 59 | 775 |
23 | 487 | 36 | 591 | 48 | 687 | 60 | 783 |
24 | 495 | 37 | 599 | 49 | 695 | 61 | 791 |
25 | 502 | 28 | 607 | 50 | 702 | 62 | 799 |
25 | 503 | 38 | 607 | 50 | 703 | 62 | 799 |
26 | 511 | 39 | 615 | 51 | 711 | 63 | 807 |
27 | 519 | 40 | 623 | 52 | 719 | 64 | 815 |
28 | 527 | 41 | 631 | 53 | 727 | 65 | 823 |
29 | 535 | 42 | 639 | 54 | 735 | 66 | 831 |
30
31 32 33 |
543
551 559 567 |
43
44 45 |
647
655 663 |
55
56 57 |
743
751 759 |
67
68 69 |
839
847 855 |
Ireland | Australi | Australia | New Zealand | ||||
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Channel
designation no |
On-screen
display MHz |
Channel
designatio no |
On-screen
n display MHz |
Channel
designatio no |
On-screen
n display MHz |
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IA IBCIDIE IFIGIHIJ |
45
53 61 175 183 191 199 207 215 |
0
1 2 3 4 5 5 a 6 7 8 9 10 11 |
46
57 64 86 95 102 138 175 182 189 196 209 216 |
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 |
45
55 62 175 182 189 196 203 210 |
This Bang & Olufsen product carries a guarantee against defects in workmanship and materials. It is a national guarantee, extended by Bang & Olufsen to the country in which the product was bought. The terms of the guarantee apply principally to the country of purchase but will be met by authorized Bang & Olufsen dealers in other countries. The guarantee period applying to the country of purchase takes priority over guarantee periods applying in other countries, even where differences exist.
In order to obtain service under this guarantee, a certificate stating the following information is required:
If you intend to use your TV-set in a country other than that in which it was bought, it may be necessary for you to have your TV-set modified to suit the TV system used in the country you are moving to. We therefore recommend that you contact your Bang & Olufsen dealer before moving to another country. Any costs incurred in this connection do not fall under the terms of the guarantee.
Please note that your TV-set is not approved for use in the USA and Canada and must not be modified with this purpose in view.
IMPORTANT! The wires in the mains lead supplied with this apparatus are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE: NEUTRAL BROWN: LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
- The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
- The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly. If you are in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.