Benq VL3733, VL4233 User Manual
Table of Contents
Section 1: Quick Start Guide .................................. 1
1. Please read these instructions ................................................2
2. Package contents ....................................................................2
3. Select and prepare the installation location .........................3
4. Connect the antenna cable ....................................................4
5. Connect the power cable .......................................................4
6. Adjust viewing angle ..............................................................5
7. Activate the remote control ...................................................5
8. Initialize your TV ................................................................... 7
9. View the TV programs ..........................................................8
Care and cleaning information .................................................8
What’s next? ...............................................................................9
Section 2: User Manual ........................................... 11
Introduction ...........................................................................12
Getting to know your TV ..........................................................12
Input options ..............................................................................12
Analog TV source inputs ...........................................................12
Video source inputs ...................................................................12
Graphic source inputs ................................................................ 13
Front view ..................................................................................13
Control panel .............................................................................14
External AV devices (temporary) terminal panel ....................15
Rear view ....................................................................................16
Getting to know the remote control .....................................18
Using the remote control ......................................................21
Power on and standby ...............................................................21
Turning the TV on .....................................................................21
Putting the TV to standby .........................................................21
Switching inputs ........................................................................21
Adjusting sound settings ...........................................................21
Adjusting volume .......................................................................21
Mute setting ................................................................................21
Selecting a TV sound mode ....................................................... 22
Selecting a preset EQ mode .......................................................22
Changing programs ...................................................................22
Selecting a program directly ...................................................... 22
Changing programs sequentially ............................................... 22
Returning to the previous viewed program or input ............... 22
Using the freeze function ..........................................................22
Selecting a picture mode ...........................................................23
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Using the PIP (Picture-In-Picture) function ...........................23
Using the sleep timer .................................................................24
Adjusting backlight ....................................................................24
Using the Teletext function .......................................................24
Displaying information .............................................................25
Adjusting aspect ratio ................................................................25
Connecting audio and video inputs ..................................... 26
Connecting the SCART input ...................................................26
Connecting the SCART output .................................................27
Connecting the Composite Video input ..................................27
Connecting the S-Video input ..................................................28
Connecting the Component Video input ...............................28
Connecting the PC input .........................................................29
Connecting the HDMI input ....................................................29
Connecting the DVI input .......................................................30
Connecting the stereo audio output .........................................30
On-Screen Display (OSD) menu .......................................... 31
OSD structure ............................................................................31
Navigating the OSD menu ........................................................32
Audio menu ...............................................................................33
Setting up Personal EQ mode ...................................................34
Picture menu ..............................................................................35
Setting up Personal Picture mode .............................................36
Feature menu .............................................................................37
Window menu ...........................................................................38
TV menu ....................................................................................39
Performing manual installation ................................................39
Editing programs ........................................................................40
Child Lock ..................................................................................41
Setup menu ................................................................................43
Reference ............................................................................... 44
Disclaimer .................................................................................. 44
Copyright ...................................................................................44
Battery safety notice ...................................................................44
Important safety instructions ...................................................44
Dimensional drawings ...............................................................47
Specifications ............................................................................. 49
Supported PC (D-Sub/DVI) input signal resolution ..............50
Supported Component Video/HDMI input signal resolution 50
Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 51
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VL3733/VL4233
LC D TV
Section 1: Quick Start Guide
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Welcome
1. Please read these instructions
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Congratulations. You have a state-of-the-art flat widescreen digital LCD TV
which should provide you with years of viewing pleasure. Please take a few
minutes to read these quick start instructions through before installing and
using the TV.
What’s in the Quick Start Guide?
Section 1 contains the Quick Start Guide which provides you with enough
information to setup the TV and start viewing TV station broadcasts as
quickly as possible. This is section 1.
What’s in the User Manual?
Section 2 contains the User Manual which details the features and functions
of the TV and the remote control, describes how to connect to other devices,
and provides product specifications and troubleshooting information for
your further assistance. The User Manual also describes how to customise the
TV settings so that you can gain the best viewing experience possible to suit
your preferences and viewing environment.
2. Package contents
Unpack the TV and check that all the following items are included:
TV (x1) Power cable (x3)
Quick Start Guide and
User Manual (x1)
If any item is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase immediately
and notify them of the discrepancy. Please keep the product documentation in a
safe place for later reference.
Dispose of packaging wisely:
• The cardboard carton can be recycled.
• Do not leave plastic bags within reach of young children or babies.
• Consider storing the packaging (if possible) for future transport of the TV.
• Check that you haven’t left an accessory inside the packaging, before
discarding.
For the primary safety of yourself and others, this TV should be handled with care
to avoid damage to it or to persons which come into contact with it.
Service Information
(x1)
Composite Video
cable (x1)
AAA battery
(x2)
Remote co ntrol ( x 1)
All LCD screens have a very thin protective layer of glass which is liable to
marking or scratching, and cracking if struck or pressured. The liquid crystal
substrate is also liable to damage under excessive force or extr eme
temperatures. Please handle with care.
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3. Select and prepare the installation location
In order to prevent poten tial dangers and prolong the service life of the TV,
please observe the following points when installing, operating and cleaning
the TV.
Do NOT place the TV on an
uneven, sloping or unstable surface
where it may fall and cause damage
to itself or others.
Do NOT place the TV near water,
like a spa or pool, or in a position
which will allow the splashing or
spraying of water onto the TV, like
in front of an open window where
rain water may en ter.
Do NOT place the TV near or
above sources of heat, such as
radiators, heaters, fuel stoves and
other heat-generating items
(including audio amplifiers).
Do NOT place the TV in direct sun
or where direct sun or spot lighting
will shine onto the TV, as the heat
may damage the TV and the bright
light will make viewing the TV
more difficult than necessary.
If recessed into a wall opening, you
must leave appropriate free space
both top and bottom for
ventilation.
If wall mounting, allow appropriate
space on top for attaching the TV
to the wall bracket.
Do NOT cover or block the vents
and openings whilst the TV is
switched on.
Do NOT place the TV in an
enclosed place without allowing for
ventilation.
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If wall mounting, have a suitable
qualified and experienced
tradesperson mount it safely.
Ensure that the mounting bracket
(optional accessory) is securely
screw fixed to the wall structure,
and not just the wall render, lining
or cladding. Do not glue the
bracket to the wall. Use only a
recommended TV wall bracket for
this model TV. Ensure the bracket
is level horizontally. TV dimensions
are detailed in "Dimensional
drawings" on page 34
Once all considerations and precautions have been made, position the TV
where most suitable.
Observe all warnings and cautions
as labelled on the TV.
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4. Connect the antenna cable
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Connect a TV antenna cable fly-lead from your TV antenna system or Cable
TV (CATV) to the ATV input on the TV. Check to make sure that the cable
connection is firmly in place.
Antenna cable
• A poor quality TV signal will pr oduce a poor picture and/or s ound on your TV.
For high quality picture a nd s ound, you will need a high quality TV signal.
Depending upon your location, for best TV signal reception, you should have a
properly aligned outdoor TV antenna system. If need be, consult a professional
antenna specialist.
• This TV has a built-in analog TV tuner, which requires the TV antenna cable
connection to an external TV antenna system. If you wish to make use of the
digital LCD screen to view digital TV, you should connect an external dig i tal TV
tuner (decoder) set top box (STB) to the TV using a digital signal cable (HDMI or
DVI) connection. See "Getting to know your TV" on page 12.
5. Connect the power cable
1. Locate the power cable suitable for your region from the packaging,
unwrap it, and plug the appropriate end into the AC INLET socket on the
rear of the TV (as illustrated below).
2. Connect the other end into an appropriate wall power outl et, and switch it
on (if switched). The TV will enter standby mode and the power indicator
(on the front lower right) will light up red.
Power outlet
Power cable
• The type of power cable plug and socket illustrated may differ from the type
used in your region.
• Only use an appropriate power cable for your region. Never use a power cable
which appears damaged or frayed. Never change the plug type on a power
cable. Be aware of total loading when using extension cords or multiple outlet
power boards.
WARNING:
• This TV has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on
safety, however, IMPROPE R HANDLING OR USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. Please handle this TV with care. If
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damaged, turn off the power and unplug the power cable from the TV. Tran sport
the TV to your nearest BenQ authorised service centre for repair.
• There are no user serviceable parts in this TV. Never unscrew or remove any
covers. There are dangerous voltages inside. Turn off the power and unplug the
power cable before moving the TV.
6. Adjust viewing angle
This TV is equipped with a swivable stand.
If necessary, turn the TV screen to an
appropriate angle for more comfortable
viewing.
7. Activate the remote control
1. Locate the remote control and batteries from the packaging, and unwrap
them.
Be cautious when handling ba tteries. See "Battery safety notice" on page 44.
2. Turn the remote control end up to reveal its base,
and open the lid of the battery compartment by
using a small coin or similarly curved object to
rotate the slot 90° anticlockwise. The lid is spring
loaded and will popup and come loose from the
remote control body.
3. Insert the batteries (supplied) ensuring that the
positive and negative marked battery terminals
match the (+) and (-) marks in the battery
compartment.
Note that these batteries are provided for your
convenience so that you can operate the TV
straight away. You should replace them as soon as
possible.
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4. Refit the lid of the battery compartment by
inserting the hinge into the recess at one edge and
levering the lid down into position with the
thumb of the hand holding the remote control
body.
5. Whilst holding the lid in place in this manner, use
your other hand and a small coin or similarly
shaped object to rotate the locking slot 90°
clockwise locking the lid in place.
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Remote control usage tips
• Point and aim the top front of the
remote control directly at the TV
when pressing the buttons.
• The remote control must be held at
an angle within 30 degrees of the TV's
remote control sensor window to
5 meters
function correctly. The distance
between the remote co ntrol and the
sensors should not exceed 5 meter s.
30 degrees
• Do not cover the sensor window on the front of the TV (below the power
indicator lamp), or place objects in front of it which will block the direct lineof-sight between the remote control and the sensor window on TV.
• Do not let the remote control become wet, or place it in humid environments
(like bathrooms.)
• If the remote control sensor window on the TV is in direct sunlight or strong
light, the remote control may not operate properly. In this situation, change the
light source or readjust the angle of your TV, or operate the remote control from
a location closer to the remote control sensor window on the TV.
Test the remote control
Press Power/standby on the remote control (as highlighted
in the illustration). The TV should turn on, and the power
indicator change to green. If so, progress to the next step ("8.
Initialize your TV" on page 7.
If the TV does not turn on, first check that the power is available
(the power indicator will be lit red). If so, try pressing
(Power/standby) on the right side of the TV. If the TV turns
on by this method, the problem lies with the remote control.
In that case, check that the remote control batteries are properly
installed. If need be, replace the batteries with new ones or
known good ones. Se e "Troubleshooting" on page 51 for further
assistance.
To turn off the TV, press
of the TV, or
Power/standby on the remote control again,
and the TV will return to standby mode (the power indicator
will turn red.)
(Power/standby) on the right side
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8. Initialize your TV
When first turned on (and until tuned), the First Turn On menu will display:
Before you can us e your TV to view TV programs, you need to let it sear ch for
and tune TV station programs appropriate to your region. This process only
needs to be done when the TV is newly installed, or whenever you install it in
a new location. You also need to select your language for the on-s cr een display
(OSD) menu for convenience of operation.
1. Press or on the remote control to select
or to select your language.
2. When you select a
change automatically to suit. If your country is not displayed in the
Country item, you can press or to select it and then press or to
select your country. If
to select the TV broadcast standard suitable for your region.
3. Press or to select
menu will display:
4. Press or to select
for available programs and tune and store them for you. This may take
several minutes, depending on the available TV programs in your local
reception area. Please allow the display to complete this tuning process.
5. When the tuning process is complete, the
MENU on the remote control to close it.
You can alter the settings in the future using the OSD menu. See "On-Screen
Display (OSD) menu" on page 31 for more information.
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First Turn On
Language English
Country UK
Standard I
Auto Installation>
Language, and then press
Language, the Country and TV Standard items will
Others is selected as the Country, y ou will also need
Auto Installatio n and t hen pr ess OK. The following
Auto Installation
Country UK
Standard I
Start
Start and then press OK. The TV will start search ing
TV menu will display. Press
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9. View the TV programs
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Press
P (Program) or P (Program) on the remote control (as
highlighted in the illustration) or
(Program)on the TV to view the TV programs available in
your area.
You can also change to a program directly by selecting the station
number using the numeric program selection button(s) on the
remote control:
• To select a single-digit program number, pr ess the corresponding
program selection button. For example, to select program 8,
press .
• To select a two-digit program number, press
followed by the corresponding program selection buttons. For
example, to select program 28, press
then , .
• To return to the previous viewed program or input, press
Recall (also highlighted in the illustration).
To alter the volume, press + or - on the remote control,
(Volume)or (Volume)on the TV. The volume
or
indicator will display on-screen.
Please refer to the User Manual for further information about the
TV and its operation.
Care and cleaning information
• Always turn off the TV before cleaning.
• Do NOT use cream, liquid, aerosol or spray cleaners. Use only a slightly
damp well wrung-out (drip-free) and lint-free, clean soft cloth and lightly
wipe the TV.
• If necessary, use a pH-neutral liquid dish-washing deterg ent diluted with
water on a separate clean lint-free cloth to remove oil or grease marks. Wipe
over again with a clean dry lint-free cloth to remove any smear marks.
• Und er c lose exa min ation and in c ertai n cir cu mstan ce s, you ma y noti ce tha t a
few non-active pixels appear on the screen as a fixed point of colour. Please
note that this does not affect the performance of y our pr oduct as it is usually
not visible at normal viewing distances.
• If the TV is not going to be used for an extended period of time (like when
you’re going away for holidays), it should be switched off and unplugged
from the wall outlet. You should also consider removing the batteries from
the remote control (as they may leak).
• To help prevent possible 'LCD Image Persistenc e', you should ensure that
static images are never display ed for extended periods of time (da ys) an d that
you turn off the screen for several hours every day or so.
(Program) or
Program entry ,
Program entry and
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Wha t’s next?
You have reached the end of Section 1: Quick Start Guide. By now, you should
have a reasonable understanding of your new LCD TV and its controls, know
how to install, connect, turn on, tune, change the programs, and how to care
for and maintain it.
Should you wish to maximise your viewing experience pleasure, Section 2 of
this booklet contains the User Manual which describes how to customise the
TV settings to suit your preferences and viewing environment. It details the
features and functions of the TV and the remote control, describes how to
connect other devices, and provides product specifications and
troubleshooting information for your further assistance.
This LCD TV is a high resolution display device. To achieve the best possible
display results, it is recommended that you:
• connect it to a digital video source
• select an appropriate aspect ratio
When viewing traditional (analog) TV, it is recommended that you set the aspect
ratio to 4:3, Letter Box, or Cinema. See "Adjusting aspect ratio" on page 25.
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VL3733/VL4233
LCD TV
Section 2: User Manual
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Welcome
Introduction
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Getting to know your T V
Input options
Analog TV source inputs
Video source inputs
This booklet is divided into two sections: the Quick Start Guide; and the User
Manual. For details of the Quick Start Guide, see "1. Please read these
instructions" on page 2.
This is section 2, the User Manual which describes how to customise the
display settings so that you can gain the best viewing experience possible to
suit your preferences and viewing environment. This section details the
features and functions of the TV and the remote control, describes how to
connect to other devices, and provides product specifications and
troubleshooting information for your further assistance.
This LCD TV i s a sta te- of-t he-a rt flat widescr een digital display device. It has a
built-in analog TV tuner which can be used to view standard definition analog
television (TV or ATV), cable television (CATV), or radio frequency (RF)
modulated video through its coaxial TV tuner input socket.
However, the high quality of a widescreen LCD TV isn’t realized through
analog TV. The highest possible quality display is only possible from high
definition digital video sources like High Definition TV (HDTV) and High
Definitio n DVD (H DV D) .
This TV supports the simultaneous connection of several different types of
TV, Video and Graphic sources, and permits y ou to select whichev er one of the
available sources you wish to view at any time. You can press
remote control or
There are multiple sockets on the TV for analog TV, Video, and Graphic
inputs.
• Analog TV source input includes: 1 x Coaxial analog TV antenna.
• Video sourc e inputs include: 2 x Composite Video, 2 x S-Video, 2 x SCART
and 1 x Component Video (Y C
• Graphic source inputs include: 1 x HDMI/DVI and 1 x PC VGA (D-Sub).
You should connect whichever TV, Video or Graphic sources you wish to view
on the TV. Y ou need not connect more than one if that one is all you wish to
view.
You can connect an external VHF or UHF TV antenna (if available) to the TV
tuner input using an appropriate TV coaxial cable, and select the ATV input to
view analog TV broadcasts. If you have cable TV, you can connect your cable
TV decoder box to the TV tuner input using an appropriate TV coaxial cable,
and select the
on page 4.
You can connect an external analog video device (if available—VCR, VCD or
DVD) to either of the Composite Video (AV), S-Video or SCART inputs, and
select
AV4 or AV5 (for Composite Video inputs), AV4-S or AV5-S (for S-Video
inputs) or
view analog video. See "Connecting the SCART input" on page 26,
AV1 or AV2 (for SCART inputs) as the input source respective ly to
INPUT on the TV to select an input source.
B/PB CR/PR).
ATV input to view cable TV. See "4. Connect the antenna cable"
Input on the
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"Connecting the Composite Video input" on page 27 and "Connecting the SVideo input" on page 28.
If the video source device supports it, you could alternatively connect it using
the Component Video input and s e lect
possible analog Video picture. See "Connecting the Component Video input"
on page 28.
AV3 as the input source for the bes t
Graphic source inputs
You can connect a PC video card graphic source (if available) like a VGA
output or a digital DVI output. If your device supports HDMI output, you can
also use the HDMI input on the TV for connection. Select the
HDMI input respectively to view the display . See "Connecting the PC input" on
page 29, "Connecting the DVI input" on page 30 and "Connecting the HDMI
input" on page 29.
PC, DVI or
Front view
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No. Name Description
1 Speakers Left and right speakers for reproducing stereo audio.
2 Power indicator
Ambient light
3
sensor
Remote control
4
sensor window
• Lights up green when the TV is powered on.
• Lights up red when the TV is in standby mode.
If activated, this sensor detects ambient lighting condition
and adjusts the brightness of the TV automatically. See
"Backlight" on page 43 for more information.
Receives command signals from the remote control. Do
not obstruct the sensor by placing any objects in fr o nt of it,
which will hinder the reception of signals.
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Control panel
No. Name Description
1 MENU button
2
3
4 INPUT button
5
(Volume)
/ buttons
(Program)
/buttons
(Power/
standby)
button
Displays the OSD menu if not visible, or exits the current
menu if displayed. (Performs the same action as the
button on the remote control.)
• Adjusts the volume level of the speakers. (Performs the
same action as th e
control.)
• In the OSD menu, moves the selection highlight left or
right or changes settings. (Performs the same action as the
/ buttons on the remote control.)
• Sequentially selects the previous or next tuned TV
program.
(Performs the same action as the
buttons on the remote control.)
• In the OSD menu, moves the selection highlight up or
down. (Performs the same action as the / buttons on
the remote control.)
• Cycles th ro ugh possi ble i nput s ignal sources. (Performs the
same action as th e
control.)
• In the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu, selects the
highlighted menu item to enter a submenu. (Performs the
same action as th e
Toggles the TV between standby mode and on. (Performs the
same action as the
control.)
Volume +/- buttons on the remote
P (Program) /
Input button on the remote
OK button on the remote control.)
Power/standby button on the remote
MENU
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External AV devices (temporary) terminal panel
No. Name Description
Connect to either the Composite Video (AV) or S-Video
output as appropriate for your AV source device. See
"Connecting the Composite Video input" on page 27 and
AV5 VIDEO
AV5 S-VIDEO
1
AV5 AUDIO L/R
2 Headset socket
PC D-SUB
3
PC AUDIO
4ATV
"Connecting the S-Video input" on page 28.
Connect your external AV device using either the
Composite Vide o or S-Video input s. If both are
connected to an AV source at the same time, S-Video
input takes preference over Composite Video input. SVideo will provi de a better quality image.
Connect to the audio output of either the Composite
Video or S-Video output as appropriate for your A V source
device. (These inputs are common for either Composite
Video or S-Video audio.) See "Connecting the Composite
Video input" on page 27 and "Connecting the S-Video
input" on page 28.
This socket is an audio output for connecting an external
headset. The TV speakers will be muted whenever the
headset socket is bei n g used.
Connect to the VG A video (D-S ub) output of a PC. See
"Connecting the PC input" on page 29.
Connect to the audio output to match that of the VGA
video output on a PC. See "Connecting the PC input" on
page 29.
Connect to your antenna TV/CATV cable system. See "4.
Connect the antenna cable" on page 4.
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