COBY electronic TFTV791 User Manual
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Portable Digital LCD TV
Instruction Manual ............................................Page 2
TV Digital Portátil con Pantalla LCD
Manual de Instrucciones ................................Pagina 36
For Model No.
TFTV791
TV LCD Numérique Portable
FR
Please read carefully before use • Léa el manual antes de usar • Veuillez lire ce livret avant utilisation
Manuel D’instruction .......................................Page 68
Page 2 Table Of Contents
English
Table of Contents Â
Thank You .....................................................................................................................................4
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................................4
Features ............................................................................................................................................4
uniT aT a GlanCe .........................................................................................................................5
Front View ........................................................................................................................................5
Left View ...........................................................................................................................................6
Rear View .........................................................................................................................................6
Using the View Stand ...........................................................................................................7
Remote Control ...............................................................................................................................8
Using the Remote Control ...................................................................................................9
ConneCTions aT a GlanCe ....................................................................................................10
Power ..............................................................................................................................................10
Using the AC Adapter ........................................................................................................10
DC Car/Boat Adapter ........................................................................................................11
Using the Rechargeable Battery ......................................................................................11
Connecting the Antenna .............................................................................................................12
Using the Built-In Antenna .................................................................................................13
Using the External Antenna ..............................................................................................14
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Audio/Video Connections (optional) .........................................................................................15
Using Headphones or Earphones .....................................................................................15
Audio/Video (AV) Input .....................................................................................................16
GeTTinG sTarTed ......................................................................................................................... 17
Using the TV for the First Time ......................................................................................................17
Step 1: Set the unit to TV mode. ........................................................................................17
Step 2: Perform a channel scan. ......................................................................................17
Basic TV Controls ...........................................................................................................................18
Changing Channels ..........................................................................................................19
Adjusting the Volume ........................................................................................................19
sYsTem menu ...............................................................................................................................20
System Menu Controls ..................................................................................................................20
Picture Setup .......................................................................................................................21
Audio Setup ........................................................................................................................22
Time Setup ...........................................................................................................................22
General Setup ....................................................................................................................23
Channel Setup ....................................................................................................................23
safeTY noTiCes ...........................................................................................................................25
TroubleshooTinG & supporT ...................................................................................................31
speCifiCaTions ...........................................................................................................................34
Page 4 Thank You
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Thank You Â
Congratulations on your purchase of a Coby portable LCD television. This manual is designed to help you easily
set up and begin using your new TV right away. Please read this manual carefully and retain it for future reference.
Package Contents
Coby portable LCD TV (main unit)
AV connection cable
External antenna
AC power adapter
DC power adapter (for the car/boat)
Remote control
If any of the above items are missing, please contact
the dealer from whom you purchased this product.
This package may contain plastic bags or
other materials that pose a hazard to children. Be sure to safely dispose of all packing materials after opening.
Features
to be added from Kat
Page 5 Unit At A Glance
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unit at a Glance Â
Front View
TV screen1.
Remote control sensor2.
Stereo speakers3.
Mode button4.
Menu button5.
Volume - button6.
Volume + button7.
CH - button8.
CH + button9.
Power indicator light10.
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Left View
Rear View
Power switch1.
Power input (DC 9V)2.
3.5mm composite video input3.
3.5mm stereo audio input4.
3.5mm headphone out5.
Built-in antenna1.
Built-in antenna plug2.
Coaxial antenna input3.
View stand (closed)4.
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Using the View Stand
1
View stand (open)1.
The view stand is located on the rear of the unit. Simply ip the stand out and place the unit on a level
surface to enjoy hands-free viewing.
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Remote Control
1
2
Key Description
Change between TV and AV IN mode.
Change between Normal (widescreen)
and 4:3 aspect ratio formats.
Toggle information display on screen.
Toggle the Electronic Program Guide
(EPG) display.
Access the system menu.
Disable audio output.
Change the audio equalizer mode.
Key Description
1 Nav Pad Navigation keypad. Browse and select
menu items (Up/Down, Left/Right, OK).
2 Num Pad Numeric keypad. Enter numeric data (e.g.,
channel numbers).
Adjust the volume level (up or down).
Change the channel (up or down).
Return to a previously viewed channel.
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Using the Remote Control
2
1
4
3
Before using the remote for the rst time, you must
remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment. Simply pull the tab to remove it.
The battery used in this device may present
a re or chemical hazard if mistreated. Do
not recharge, disassemble, incinerate, or
heat the batteries.
The remote control requires one “CR” battery.
The battery will last for about one year under typical usage. Replace the batteries if the remote is no
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Remove the battery if the remote control will
not be in use for an extended period of time.
longer working.
To replace the battery in the remote:
Press in the direction of the arrow1.
To use the remote:
Point the remote at the remote sensor of the TV
from a distance of no more than ’ and at an
Slide the compartment out2.
angle no greater than degrees.
Place the battery in the compartment with the 3.
positive side ( + ) facing up
Push the compartment in to close4.
Remote control performance may be ad-
versely aected by bright lights or the
placement of objects between the remote
and the sensor.
Do not use the remote control for other
equipment at the same time.
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Connections at a Glance Â
Power
The TV can be powered by AC or DC power sources
(use the included AC or DC adapters, respectively), or
by the rechargeable battery pack for portable use.
If the TV will not be in use for a long period of time,
turn the TV o, unplug it, and remove any batteries,
as applicable.
Complete all system connections (optional)
before connecting the power.
When disconnecting the AC power cord
(mains lead), grasp the plug itself and not
the cord.
To prolong the operating life of the unit,
avoid power-cycling the TV rapidly. When
turning the TV o, wait 30 seconds before
turning the TV on again.
Using the AC Adapter
This unit should be used with AC -V /Hz
wall outlets, only.
Connect one end of the supplied AC adapter to
the Power Input jack of the TV. Connect the other
end of the adapter to an AC -V wall outlet.
The AC adapter operates on AC -V
~/Hz (DC Out: V; current: .A max).
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DC Car/Boat Adapter
This unit may be powered using the supplied DC
adapter when an AC outlet is not available.
When using the player in a moving vehicle,
route the cords so that they will not interfere with the driver.
Connect one end of the supplied DC adapter into
the Power In jack of the TV. Connect the other end
of the adapter into a car/boat DC power socket.
Some states restrict the use of monitors and
televisions in vehicles. Where use is permitted, install the unit so that the display will
not be viewable by the driver.
Using the Rechargeable Battery
This unit may be powered by a rechargeable battery when an AC outlet is not available.
This unit comes preinstalled with a .V lithium-ion
rechargeable battery pack.
To charge the battery pack:
Connect one end of the supplied AC adapter into 1.
the Power In jack of the TV.
Connect the other end of the adapter into an AC 2.
100-240V wall outlet.
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A new or exhausted battery pack should be
charged fully (minimum 4 hours) before its
The battery can be recharged approximate-
If the integrated battery pack does not work
Do not disassemble, puncture, impact,
Do not leave the unit in a car with its win-
Keep the unit dry.
initial use to ensure optimum lifetime performance.
ly 300 times without a noticeable decrease
in performance.
to your expectations, please contact Coby
Technical Support or a qualied service
technician.
Use only the battery supplied with this unit.
heat, or incinerate the battery.
dows closed or any place subject to direct
sunlight.
Connecting the Antenna
To view broadcast television channels, a signal must
be received by the unit from either the telescopic
antenna or an external antenna.
Broadcast reception quality will vary de-
pending on geographic location and antenna orientation. Please visit http://www.
AntennaWeb.org for more information.
Dispose of this unit properly.
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Using the Built-In Antenna
The built-in telescopic antenna is designed for outdoor broadcast reception.
Connect the Built-in antenna plug to the Coaxial antenna input 1.
jack.
Extend the antenna and adjust its orientation for best reception.2.
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Using the External Antenna
An external antenna is included for indoor use, or for areas where reception is weak.
Disconnect the built-in antenna plug if it is connected to 1.
the Coaxial antenna input jack.
Connect the external antenna to the Coaxial antenna 2.
input jack.
The base of the external antenna is magnetic; it can be conveniently mounted on any metal surface.
If you are in a location with very weak TV reception, it is possible to connect your own antenna to the Co-
axial antenna input jack as needed. For indoor installations, it is also possible to connect a coaxial cable or
satellite TV line to the Coaxial antenna input jack.
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Audio/Video Connections (optional)
There are various connection options depending
on your equipment; please refer to the documentation supplied by the manufacturer of your Audio/
Video equipment for more connection information
as necessary.
Using Headphones or Earphones
Your TV can output audio to a pair of headphones
or earphones for private listening during playback.
Lower the volume of the TV.1.
Connect a pair of headphones or earphones 2.
terminating in a 3.5mm plug to the Headphone
Out jack of the TV.
Increase the volume gradually until a comfort-3.
able level has been reached.
Audio output to the integrated stereo
speakers will stop automatically when
headphones are connected.
Hearing experts advise against the con-
stant use of personal stereos played at high
volume. Constant high volume use can lead
to hearing loss. If you experience ringing in
the ears or hearing loss, discontinue use immediately and seek medical advice.
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Audio/Video (AV) Input
Yellow
White +
Red
This unit can be used as a monitor to display video
and audio from external AV devices equipped with
RCA AV output jacks (e.g., DVD players, VCRs, game
consoles, etc.)
Yellow
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
Using an AV patch cable:
Black
Connect the TV’s 3.5mm Video input jack to the 1.
RCA composite Video Out jack (yellow) of your
AV device.
Signal
Connect the TV’s 3.5mm Audio input jack to the 2.
RCA Stereo Out jacks (red and white) of your AV
device.
An AV patch cable (included) is required for
Audio/Video input connections.
Turn on the TV and the AV device.3.
Set the unit to AV IN mode:4.
Press a.
. The Input Source menu will appear.
Refer to the documentation supplied by
your external AV device manufacturer for
additional help.
Use the navigation keypad to choose “AV IN”.b.
Always disconnect the power before con-
necting external AV devices.
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Getting started Â
Using the TV for the First Time
After charging the battery and making all necessary
connections, set the Power switch to the ON position to turn the TV on.
All instructions given refer to the remote control.
Step 1: Set the unit to TV mode.
Step 2: Perform a channel scan.
Perform a scan to nd channels that are within
range of reception.
Press 1.
Press 2.
Press 3.
Press 4.
channel scan.
. The System menu will appear.
once to display the Channel options.
twice to choose the Auto Scan option.
once, then press to start the
Press 1. . The Input Source menu will appear.
Use the navigation keypad (2.
choose “TV”.
Press 3.
.
or ) to
You may need to perform a channel scan
again if you change the location of the TV.
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Basic TV Controls
Remote Key Function
Toggle information display on screen.
Toggle the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display.
Access the system menu.
Disable (mute) audio output.
Turn the volume up.
Turn the volume down.
Change the channel up.
Change the channel down.
Return to a previously viewed channel.
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Changing Channels
Adjusting the Volume
To browse channels, press or .
To tune to a specic channel, use the numeric
keypad.
Digital TV broadcasts may contain multiple
sub-channels (5-1, 5-2, 5-3, etc). The primary
broadcast is usually carried on the rst subchannel (e.g., 5-1).
If available, analog TV broadcasts can be
found on sub-channel “0” (e.g., 5-0).
Press
to enter the dash.
Examples
To tune to channel -, press:
+ + .
To tune to channel -, press:
+ + + .
Press or to adjust the volume level up
or down, respectively.
Press
to disable the audio output complete-
ly; press again to restore the audio.
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system menu Â
The system menu allows you to adjust your TV’s options and access
advanced functions. Please read this section carefully before using the
system menu as adjusting options incorrectly may adversely aect the
operation of the TV.
System Menu Controls
Press to access the System menu, then use the following controls.
Remote Key Unit Key Function
[CH +] Browse up through the menu options.
[CH –] Browse down through the menu options.
Increase the value of the selected option (if adjustable; left and right arrows before
[VOL +]
and after an option indicates that it is adjustable),
Browse right through the menu options
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Remote Key Unit Key Function
Decrease the value of the selected option (if adjustable; left and right arrows before
[VOL –]
and after an option indicates that it is adjustable),
Browse left through the menu options.
[VOL +]
Select a menu option (if selectable; a right arrow after an option indicates that it is
selectable).
[MENU]
Cancel/return to the previous screen. To exit the system menu, press this key until
the menu disappears.
Picture Setup
Menu Option Description
Picture Mode Change the picture options to a preset adjustment.
Contrast Adjust the contrast of the display image.
Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display.
Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the display image.
Tint Adjust the tint of the display image.
Color Adjust the color of the display image.
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Audio Setup
Menu Option Description
Balance Adjust the stereo balance (left, right).
Audio Language Set the default audio language for TV broadcasts that support secondary audio (e.g., SAP).
Time Setup
Menu Option Description
OSD Duration Adjust the period of time that on-screen information will be displayed for without interruption.
Sleep Timer
Set the sleep timer. When the sleep timer is active, the TV will turn off automatically when the
timer counts down to zero.
Time Zone Set the local time zone. This option will affect the clock time.
Daylight Saving Time Turn the daylight saving time adjustment on or off. This option will affect the clock time.
Clock Displays the local date and time. This value is set automatically by the TV.
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General Setup
Menu Option Description
Menu Language Change the language in which the System menu is displayed.
Color Mode Change the color options to a preset adjustment.
Zoom Mode Toggle the aspect ratio of the display.
Restore Default Return all system options to their factory-default setting.
Channel Setup
Menu Option Description
Set the antenna mode.
Air: Use this setting if you are using the built-in antenna, or if you have connected the exterAntenna
Auto Scan
nal antenna or other aerial antenna to receive over-the-air TV broadcasts.
CATV: Use this setting if you have connected a coaxial cable or satellite line to receive TV
programming.
Scan for available channels. Available channels that are detected will be shown; all other
channels will be hidden.
You should perform this scan whenever you change antennas or if you change the
location of the TV.
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Menu Option Description
Show/Hide Manually set which channels are shown or hidden.
Favorite Set a channel as Favorite.
Channel No Select an available channel.
Channel Label Displays the identication label of the selected channel.
Page 25 Safety Notices
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safety notices Â
For Customer Use:
Enter below the serial number that is located on the rear of the
unit. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING: To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose this
device to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltage is present inside
the enclosure. Do not open the cabinet.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and servicing instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
For recycling or disposal information about this
product, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot of outlet and fully insert.
CAUTION: Any changes or modications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
NOTICE: The LCD panel used in this player contains millions of thin
lm transistors that have been manufactured using a high-technology
process to deliver a crisp , clear, and detailed picture. Occasionally, a
few of these transistors may become stuck or non-active; please note
that this is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not
affect the performance of the player.
Protect your hearing: Hearing experts advise against the constant use
of personal stereos played at high volume. Constant exposure to high
volumes can lead to hearing loss. If you should experience ringing in
the ears or hearing loss, discontinue use and seek medical advice.
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fCC statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help•
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modications to the equipment unless otherwise specied in the manual. If such changes or modications should
be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
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important safety instructions
Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.1.
Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.2.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.3.
Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed.4.
Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. 5.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Attachments: Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer. Use of other attachments may be hazardous.6.
Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, 7.
in wet basements, or near a swimming pool and the like).
Accessories: Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Use 8.
only with carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables recommended by the manufacturer or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and 9.
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of 10.
the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer instructions have been adhered to.
Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. 11.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
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Grounding or Polarization: This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug that has one 12.
blade wider than the other. This plug will only t into the power outlet in one direction. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the direction of the plug. If the plug should still fail to
t, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Power-Cord Protection: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched 13.
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
at the point which they exit from the product.
Protective Attachment Plug: The product may be equipped with an attachment plug with overload protection. This 14.
is a safety feature. See the operating instructions for replacement
or directions to reset the protective device. If replacement of
the plug is required, be sure the service technician has
used a replacement plug that has the same overload
protection as the original plug as specied by the
manufacturer.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding: If an outside 15.
antenna is connected to the product, be
sure the antenna system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/
NFPA 70 provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the ground-
ing electrode (see gure).
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Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result 16.
in a risk of re or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch 17.
dangerous voltage points or shout-out parts that could result in a re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dan-18.
gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualied service person-19.
nel under the following conditions: a) when the power-supply or plug is damaged; b) if liquid has been spilled or if
objects have fallen into the product; c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water; d) if the product does not
operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by
a qualied technician to restore the product to its normal operation; e) if the product has been dropped or damaged
in any way; f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.
Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure that your service technician has used replace-20.
ment parts specied by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in re, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform 21.
safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting: The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manu-22.
facturer.
Heat: The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 23.
products (including ampliers) that produce heat.
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legal and Trademark notices
Coby is a registered trademark of Coby Electronics Corporation. All other trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners unless
indicated otherwise.
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