Emerson DTE316 User Manual

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

POWER SOURCE

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

REMOTE CONTROL

CABLE(CATV) / SATELLITE CONNECTIONS

EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

VCR CONNECTIONS

SETTING THE TV MENUS

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

RECEPTION DISTURBANCES

LIMITED WARRANTY

SPECIFICATIONS

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Tha k you for purchasing the Dora the Explorer 13” Color TV with Remote Control from

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Emerson Radio Corp. Please read this manual before operating this unit to become
familiar with its features and obtain the performance that will bring you continued
enjoyment for many years. In the event you require technical assistance, please call
the Emerson service Department at: 800-898-9020.

For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.

Serial Number_________________________________________________

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash 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 sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
presence of important operating and
accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully. Please note that these
are general
the an outdoor antenna.

capability to be connected to

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

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

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

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

3. HEED WARNINGS

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this product near water-for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or
laundry tub: in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool.

8.

ACCESSORIES

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket
or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket
or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

.

Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer.

8A

.An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH THE WIDE
BLADE OF PLUGTO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

fall, causin g

or tabl e

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

9. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure
reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
source. 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's instructions have been adhered to.

10.POWER SOURCES

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.

If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local
power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to
the operating instructions.

11.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade

wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.

12.POWER-CORD PROTECTION

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

13.LIGHTNING

To protect your product from 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 or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

14.POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

15.OVERLOADING

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16.OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any
type of liquid on the product.

17.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If an outside 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. Section 810 of the
information with respect to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge product,
size of grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge product, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements for grounding electrodes.

18.SERVICING

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19.REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20.SAFETY CHECK

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

21.WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling onlyas recommended by themanufacturer.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

22.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under

the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled or 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 an adjustment of other controls may

result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the

product to its normal operation.
e.

If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f

. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance–this indicates a need forservice.

HEAT

23.

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves

or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

24.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention toArticle 820-40 of the NEC

that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground

shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as

practical.

FCC WARNING:

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to
this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual. Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may
void user’s authority to operate this device.

This unit has a longAC cord or other long cord that can easily be tripped on or pulled on,
causing injury. Please make sure it is arranged so it will not drape over a tabletop, etc. Where
it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.

USE UNDER SUPERVISION OF AN ADULT DUE TO LONG CORD.

POWER SOURCE

Insert the AC plug (with the 2 blades) into a conveniently located AC outlet having AC~ 120V
60Hz.

NOTE:

The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility of
electric shock. If the AC plug does not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file or cut the
wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.

AC Outlet

AC Plug

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WARNING

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

FRONT

1. SPEAKER

2. VOLUME DOWN ( )/UP ( ) Buttons-

Use these buttons to change your TV’s

volume, to activate selections in the
menu system, or to change audio and
video settings.

3. MENU Button-Use this button to turn the
TV’s menu system on and off.

MENU

CHANNELVOLUME

TV/AV

POW

AUDIOIN

VIDEOIN

1

2

7

89 10

ER

5

3

6

4

7. VIDEO IN Jack-Use this jack to receive a video signal from another A/V component.

8. AUDIO IN Jack-Use this jack to receive an audio signal from another A/V component.

9. EARPHONE Jack-Connect an optional Earphone/Headphone (not

jack for private listening.

10. POWER Button-Use this button to turn your TV on or off.

4. TV/AV Button

5. CHANNEL DOWN ( )/UP ( ) Buttons-

Use these buttons to change channels on
your TV, or to select items in the menu
system.

6. Remote Control Sensor-This receiver
receives a signal from your
control.

Do not block it.

remote

included) to this

REAR

1 2

AUDIO IN AND OUT Jack-

1 Use this jack

to receive an audio signal from

another

A/V component.

2 VIDEO IN AND OUT Jack-Use this jack

to receive a video signal from another

A/V component.

3 VHF/UHF IN Jack- Connect a VHF/UHF

antenna, CATV, VCR, satellite, etc. Cable
to this jack.AV button must be set to TV/

3

CATV.

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POWER

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2

3

4

5

6

7 7

8

4

1

2

4

5

7

8

DISPLAY

CH

MUTE

MENU

CH

V-CHIP CCD

TV/AV

3

6

9

0

SLEEP

VOLVOL

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1 2

REMOTE CONTROL

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1. POWER Button

2. Buttons (For Channels 0-9)

3. Display Button

4. Channel Up ( ) and Down ( ) Button

5. Mute Button

6. Menu Button

7. Volume Up ( ) and Down ( ) Button

8. V-Chip Button

9. TV/AV Button

10. Sleep Button

11. CCD Button

AAA

AAA

3

AAA

AAA

Loosen the screw to open
the battery compartment
cover.

Install two (2) “AAA”
batteries, attention
to the polarity
the

paying

diagram in

battery compartment.

Screwed the battery
compartment
battery

cover on the

compartment.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:

1.Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2.Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the
battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device

3.Do not mix different types of batteries together(e.g.Alkaline and Carbon-zinc)or old

batteries withfresh ones.

4.If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

5.Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; theycan overheat and
rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)

EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

NOTES:

When there is an obstacle between

20ft

the TV and the
transmitter

transmitter, the

may not operate.

When direct sunlight, incandescent

30 30

lamp, fluorescent
strong light

lamp or any other

shines on the
REMOTE SENSOR of the TV, the
remote operation may be unstable

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CABLE (CATV)/SATELLITE CONNECTIONS

This TV has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable
TV converter box. Some cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels” in which the signal

is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler

device which is generally provided by the cable company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

For basic cable service not requiring a converter/
descrambler box, connect the CATV 75 ohm coaxial
cable to the VHF/UHF jack on the rear of the TV.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE OR SATELLITE

If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service which requires the use of a
converter/descrambler box, connect the incoming 75 ohm coaxial cable to the converter/
descrambler box. Using another 75 ohm cable, connect the output of the converter/descrambler
or satellite box to the antenna jack on the TV. Follow the connections shown below. Set the TV/
VCR to the output channel of the converter/descrambler or satellite box (usually 3 or 4) and use
the converter/descrambler or satellite box to select channels.

CONVERTER/DESCRAMBLER

OR SATELLITE BOX

75 OHMCABLE

INCOMING 75OHM
CATV CABLE

TO TV/VCR

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE WITH

SCRAMBLED PREMIUM CHANNELS

If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service in which basic channels are
unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a converter/descrambler box, you may
wish to use a signal splitter and anA/B switch box (available from the cable company or an
electronic supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the “B”
position, you can directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the
“A” position, tune your TV to the output of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or

4) and use the converter/descrambler box to tune scrambled channels.

CONVERTER/DESCRAMBLER

A/B SWITCH

75 OHM
CABLE

INCOMING
75 OHM
CATV CABLE

SPLITTER

FAQ:

I connected my cable, but why can’t I get channels above 69?
Make sure theAIR/CABLE option is set to CABLE, see page 16. Also, make sure your cable
company broadcasts channels in the range you are searching.

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EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS

When you watch a program recorded on another source(VCR. video camera, DVD, etc.), you
can use the Audio/Video input jacks on the front of the TV ( ).

AV2
Connect the Audio/Video output jacks of the external unit to the Audio Input jack and the video
Input jack of the TV.

To access the unit connected to these jacks, press theAV IN button so AV appears on the
screen. To resume normal TV viewing, simply press the AV IN button again.

MENU

CHANNELVOLUME

TV/AV

AUDIOIN

VIDEOIN

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord(Not Supplied)AUDIO/VIDEO Cord(Not Supplied)

POWER

EXTERNAL SOURCE

FAQS:

How do I watch the external unit connected to the Audio/Video Input jacks?
Press the AV IN button soAV appears on the screen, then start the external source.

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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING THE ROD ANTENNA (NOT SUPPLIED).

Insert the RodAntenna on top of the rear cabinet and connect other end to the antenna jack as
shown below.

ROD ANTENNAAND ADAPTOR ARE NOT SUPPLIED.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

OUT DOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA CONNECTION(ANTENNA NOT SUPPLIED)

Follow the instructions for the type of antenna system you intend to use. If using cable or
Satellite, see page 8.

Combination VHF/UHF Combination VHF/UHF
Antenna(Single 75 ohm cable Antenna(separate VHF and Separate VHF/UHF
Or 300 ohm twin-lead wire) UHF 300 ohm twin-leads) Antennas

UHF 300Ohm

VHF75Ohm

VHF/UHF

75 Ohm

Connect the 75 Ohm cable
form combination VHF/UHF
antenna to the antenna jack.

OR

If your combination antenna
has a 300 ohm twin-lead
wire, use a 300-75 ohm
matching transformer
(NOT SUPPLIED)

UHF 300Ohm

Combiner

VHF 300Ohm

Connect the UHF twin-lead
wire to a combiner (NOT
SUPPLIED). Connect the
VHF twin-lead to a 300-75
ohm matching transformer
(NOT SUPPLIED). Attach
thetransformertothe
combiner.Attach the
combiner to the antenna

jack.

Combiner

Connect the 75 ohm cable
from the VHF Connect
antenna and the UHF
antenna twin-lead wire to a
combiner(NOT SUPPLIED).
Attach the combiner to the
antenna jack.

NOTE: If your VHF antenna
has a twin-lead wire use a
300-75 ohm matching
transformer, then Connect
the transformer to the
combiner.

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VCR CONNECTIONS

Follow the instructions below to connect a VCR to your television using a 75 ohm coaxial cable
(CABLES NOT INCLUDED).

VCR

INCOMING CATV
CABLE

From VCROUT jack

1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of
the VCR.

2. Connect a 75 ohm coaxial cable from the VCR's 75 ohm OUT jack to theANT jack on the
rear of the TV.

3. Press the AV IN button until regular TV or CATV appears on the TV screen and press
PLAY on the VCR to watch a tape.

Follow the instructions below to connect a VCR to your television using Audio/Video cables
(CABLES NOT INCLUDED).

VCR

INCOMING CATV
CABLE

From VCROUT jacks

AUDIO Cord

VIDEO Cord

ToTV IN jacks

1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of
the VCR.

2. Connect the audio cable from the VCR'sAudio OUT jack to the TV's Audio IN jack.
Connect the video cable from the VCR's Video OUT jack to the TV's Video IN jack.

3. Press theAV IN button until AV appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the VCR to
watch a tape.

NOTE:

Above are basic connection instructions; for detailed connection instructions for external
units, refer to the external unit's owner's manual.

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

TURN ON THE TV

1

2

1

1. Press the POWER button to turn your TV On or Standby.

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SETTING THE TV MENU

2

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Col. Sys NTSC
Language English
C.Caption Off
Parental Ctrl Off

Select

PRESET

Adjust

FUNCTION

Adjust

2. You can press the MENU buttons on the remote control or the MENU button on the TV
set to adjust the , , or according to the menu shown

PICTURE PRESET CLOCK FUNCTION

2 2

on the screen.

Noted PICTURE PRESET CLOCK FUNCTION: MENU exit on the TV screen is , , , picture.

*

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE PICTURE MENU

1

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

1

2

1. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select , ,

Contrast Color Sharpness Tint

, , or the item.

2

Settings Brightness

SETTING THE PICTURE SETTINGS

2

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to cyclically select , ,
,or .

Mild Vivid Custom

2. Press the MENU button to enter and return Picture setting.

3

1

3

2

2

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3

1

Standard Nature

SETTING THE BRIGHTNESS

3

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

1

3

2

3

3

2

3

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting .(0-100)

2. Press the MENU button to enter and return Picture setting.

1 2

3

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE CONTRAST

4

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

1

3

2

3

2

3

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting. (0-100)

2. Press the MENU button to enter and return Picture setting.)

3

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SETTING THE COLOR

5

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting. (0-100)

2. Press the MENU button to enter and return Picture setting.

00

Adjust

3

1

3

2

2

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SETTING THE SHARPNESS

6

PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

1

3

2

2

3

1

3

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting. (0-100)

2. Press the MENU button to enter and return Picture setting.

3

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE TINT

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PICTURE

Settings Standard
Brightness 50
Contrast 65
Color 50
Sharpness 50
Tint

Select

00

Adjust

1

3

2

2

3

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting. (-50~+50)

2. Press the MENU button to enter and return Picture setting.

3

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SETTING THE PRESET MENU

1

PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

1. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select ,

Reception Auto Search Fine AFC

Adjust

1

2

, , or the item.

This unit is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or
Down to the next channels set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels.
Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the unit’s memory. In addition to
normal VHF/UHF channels( , this unit can receive up to 125 cable TV channels.2-69)

1

2

Channel Add / Delete

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE CHANNEL

2

PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting.

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SETTING THE ADD/DELETE

3

PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Adjust

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to cyclically select or .Del. Add

1

2

2

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SETTING THE RECEPTION

4

PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to cyclically select or

Air (VHF/UHF Channels)

.

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CATV (Cable TV)

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE AUTO SEARCH

5

PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to start Auto Searching and the unit will

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automatically cycle through all the channels and store active channels into memory.

SETTING THE FINE

6

PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Adjust

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to adjust the setting. (-50~-50)

1

2

2

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1

SETTING THE AFC

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PRESET

Channel 01
Add /Delete Add
Reception CATV
Auto Search
Fine
AFC On

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to cyclically select or .On Off

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE CLOCK MENU

1

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

1

2

1. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select , , ,

Attention, Preset Channel

or the item.

21

Clock On Time Off Time

SETTING THE CLOCK

2

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

1. Press the Volume Up button to set the minutes and the Volume Down button to set the

1

2

2

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1

hours.

SETTING THE ON TIME

3

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up button to set the minutes and the Volume Down button to set the

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hours.

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE OFF TIME

4

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up button to set the minutes and the Volume Down button to set the

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hours.

SETTING THE ATTENTION

5

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

1. Press the Volume Up button to set the minutes and the Volume Down button to set the hours.
This function is a time alarm clock. While on the selected time, “Attention” will flash on the

Note:

Adjust

1

1

2

2

2

1

screen, you can press any button to stop the flash or the flash will stop after one minute.

SETTING THE PRESET

6

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

4

5

3

1

2

5

1

3

4

2

1. Press the MENU button thrice; the CLOCK menu will appear.

2. Press the Channel Up or Down button until Bespoke is selected.

3. Press the Volume Up button to set the minutes and the Volume Down button to set the

3

2

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hour of the time you want the channel changed.

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE CHANNEL

7

CLOCK

Clock --/-­Ontime --/-­Offtime --/-­Attention --/-­Preset --/-­Channel - -

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to select a channel to be changed to.

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SETTING THE FUNCTION MENU

1

FUNCTION

Col. Sys NTSC
Language English
C.Caption Off
Parental Ctrl Off

Select

1. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select , ,

or the item.

Parental Ctrl

Adjust

2

1

2

Col. Sys Language C.Caption

THE COLOR SYSTEM

2

FUNCTION

Col. Sys NTSC
Language English
C.Caption Off
Parental Ctrl Off

Select

Adjust

The color system is NTSC.

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

SETTING THE LANGUAGE

3

FUNCTION

Col. Sys NTSC
Language English
C.Caption Off
Parental Ctrl Off

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to cyclically select , or

French

language.

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English Spanish

SETTING THE C.CAPTION

5

FUNCTION

Col. Sys NTSC
Language English
C.Caption Off
Parental Ctrl Off

Select

Adjust

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to cyclically select ,,,,,,

,or.

T2 T3 T4

1

2

2

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OffC1C2C3C4T1

1

SETTING THE PARENTAL CTRL

6

FUNCTION

Col. Sys NTSC
Language English
C.Caption Off
Parental Ctrl Off

Select

Adjust

1

2

2

3

1

1. Press the Volume Up or Volume Down button to select or .

2. Press the remote control Direct Channel Selection button (0-9), enter the four digit password

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3

Off On

(”0000” is the preset password if you have not changed it).This password can be changed to
consist of different numbers after the original password is entered.

IMPORTANT : Make sure you write down the new password elsewhere and retain it for future use.

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

TV/AV BUTTON

1

1. Press the TV/AV button to cyclically

1

select , or .TV AV1 Av2

DISPLAY

1

1. Press the DISPLAY button once to
display the current information on the
screen (Channel number, TV Receiption,
Time {if set} and sleep time {if set}).
Press again to clear.

1

DIRECT CHANNEL SELECTION
/NUMBER(0-9)BUTTONS

1

1

1. Use these buttons to select a channel.

1

The channel number will appear at the
top right corner of the screen.

SLEEP BUTTON

1:15

--/--

2:00

0:15

1:45

1:30

0:30 0:45 1:00

MUTE

1

3

1. Press the Mute button to turn off the
sound; the TV’s sound will be silenced
and MUTE will appear. The sound can
be turned back on by pressing this
button again or one of the Volume Up
or Volume Down buttons.

2

1

3

1

To set theTV to turn off after a preset
amount of time, press the SLEEP
button; “Sleep --:--”will appear on the
screen. Press the SLEEP button again;

1

1

”Sleep 0:15” will appear indicating the TV
will remain on for 15 minutes. Each
additional press will decrease the Sleep
time. To confirm remaining sleep time,
press the SLEEP button. To cancel the
sleep time, press the SLEEP button

1

1

repeatedly until “--:--” appears on the

2

screen.

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

V-CHIP BUTTON

V-Chip Control Feature is ...

This unit has a built-in V-Chip Control
which allows you to block unwanted TV
usage based on US MOVIES, US TV
PROGRAMS Ratings.

2

6

5

1

Rating

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

TV-Rating

MPAA-Rating

G

PG

PG-13

R

NC-17

X

Rating

1.Press the V-CHIP button to selection

TV-Rating MPAA-Rating

or menu.

2.Press the Channel up , Channel down

3 4 5

, Volume up or Volume down

button to adjust your setting.

3.Press the menu button to confirm your
setting.

4

3

FV V S L D

1

2

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US TV PROGRAMS Rating Chart

Chart 1

FOR ALL CHILDREN:

Content specifically geared to

TV-Y

young viewers ages 2-6.

FOR AGE 7 AND OLDER:

May contain mild physical or

TV-Y7

comedic violence which may
frighten children under 7.

GENERAL AUDIENCE:

Contains little or no violence,

TV-G

strong language, or sexual
dialogue or situations.

PARENTAL GUIDANCE:

may contain infrequent coarse

TV-PG

language, limited violence, some
suggestive sexual dialogue and
situations.

PARENTS CAUTIONED:

TV-14

May contain sophisticated themes,
sexual situations, strong language,
and more intense violence.

MATUREAUDIENCE:

TV-MA

May contain mature themes,
profane language,graphic violence,
and sexual situations.

Chart 2

Fantasy Violence

FA

Violence

V
S

Sexual Situations
Adult Language

L

Sexually Suggestive Dialogue

D

US MOVIES Ratings Chart

GENERAL AUDIENCE:

G

All ages admitted.

PARENTAL GUIDANCE:

PG

Some material may not be suitable
for children

PARENTS CAUTIONED:

PG-13

Some material may be inappropriate
for children under 13.

RESTRICTED:

R

Children under 17 must be
accompanied by a parent or adult.

NC-17

OVERAGE17ONLY:

No one 17 and under admitted.

X

ADULTS ONLY:

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SETTING THE TV MENUS (CONTINUED)

CCD BUTTON

WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING

This television has the capability to
decode and display closed captioned
television programs. Closed Captioning
will display text on the screen for hearing­impaired viewers or it will translate and
display text in another language.

CLOSED CAPTIONING WITH A VCR

Close Captioned programs can be

1

1. Press the CCD button to cyclically
Select ,,,,,,,or

offC1C2C3C4T1T2T3

.

T4

1

TO VIEW CLOSED CAPTIONS

Select the CC option in the menu to switch between normal TV and the Closed Captions
Modes (Captions and Full Screen Text.)

C1:

This Closed Caption Mode will display text on the screen in English or another language.

Generally, Closed Captions in English are transmitted on Captions 1.

C2-C4:

language. Generally, Closed Captions in other languages are transmitted on these channels.

TEXT:

or other information. Select between T1,T2.T3 or T4.
After selecting a Closed Caption Mode, it will stay in effect until it is changed, even if the
channel is changed. If the Captions signal is lost due to a commercial or a break in the signal,

the Captions will be delayed approximately 10 seconds.
The Captions will appear in places on the screen where they will least interfere with the

picture, usually on the bottom of the screen. News programs will usually show three-line

Captions placed near the character who is speaking so the viewer can follow the dialogue.
Words in italics or underlined describe titles, words in foreign languages or words requiring

emphasis. Words that are sung usually appear enclosed by musical notes.
programs broadcasting with Closed Captions, look in your TV guide for the Closed Captions

symbol (CC).

These Closed Caption Modes will display text in the screen in English or another

The Text Closed Caption Mode will usually fill the screen with a programming schedule

the Captions will reappear when the signal is received again. If the channels are changed,

Closed Captions which scroll onto the screen. Most other shows provide two or three lined

recorded and played back on a VCR with
the Closed Captioned text intact. The
Closed Captioned text will disappear
during Cue (Fast Forward Search),Review
(Rewind Search) and Pause modes or if
the VCR tracking is not adjusted properly.

For television

NOTES:

When selecting Closed Captions, the captioning will be delayed approximately 10
seconds.
Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally appear during Closed Captioning.
This is normal with Closed Captioning, especially with live programs. This is because
during live programs, captions are also entered live. These transmissions do not allow
time for editing.
When Captions are being displayed, on- screen displays, such as volume and mute may
not be seen of may interfere with Closed Captions.
Some cable systems and copy protection systems may interfere with the Closed
Captioned signal. If using an indoor antenna or if TV reception is very poor, the Closed
Caption Decoder may not appear or may appear with strange characters or misspelled
words. In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception or use an outdoor antenna.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Check the following before requesting service:

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION

POWER

No power.

TV BROADCAST RECEPTION

Poor or no picture.

Picture wobbles or

drifts.

No CATV reception.

No reception above ch13.

Poor or no sound.

TV shuts off.

Closed Captioning
not working.

REMOTE CONTROL

Remote control does
not operate.

PARENTAL CONTROL (PC)

PC protection not
working properly.

The AC power cord is not connected. Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet.

TV station experiencing problems Try another channel.

Picture control is not adjusted.

Possible local interference.
Antenna/CATVconnector is not

connected.
TV station experiencing problems. Try another channel.

Cable TV channel is scrambled.

Possible local interference.

CATV not connected. Check all CATV connections.

AIR/CATV option set to AIR. Set AIR/CATV option to CATV.

Cable TV service interrupted.

AIR/CATV option set to AIR. Set AIR/CATV option to CATV.

TV station experiencing problems. Try another channel.

MUTE button is pressed.

Possible local interference.

Antenna/CATV connector is not
connected.

Volume is set to minimum. Increase volume.

TV station stopped broadcasting.

Sleep Timer is set.

Home breaker has blown.

TV signal is weak.

TV station experiencing problems
or program tuned is not closed
captioned.

Closed Captioning not turned on. Turn closed Captioning on.

Distance is too far or too much
light in the room.

There is an obstacle in the path of
the beam or remote is not aimed
at the sensor.

The batteries are weak or installed
incorrectly.

Parental Control setting is turned off.

News or sports event being broadcast.

Ratings not set.

Check picture control adjustments.

Check for source of reception disturbance.

Check CATV connection or VHF/UHF antenna.

A Cable box needs to be used (if desired).

Check for source of reception disturbance.

Contact your CableTV company.

Press MUTE button again.

Check for source of reception disturbance.

Check CATV connection of VHF/UHF antenna.

Tune to a new channel.

Set Sleep Timer to Off.

Check breaker.

Check CATV or VHF/UHFantenna connection.

Try another channel.

Operate within 20 feet or reduce the light in
the room.

Clear the path of the beam and/or aim the
remote at the sensor.

Replace the batteries or install correctly.

Turn Parental Control setting on.
Parental Control does not work with news or

sporting events.

Set ratings as desired.

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RECEPTION DISTURBANCES

Most types of television interference can be remedied by adjusting the height and position of
the VHF/UHF antenna. Outdoor antennas are recommended for best results if not using cable
or a satellite. The most common types of television interference are shown below. If one of
these symptoms appear when the TV is connected to a Cable TV system, the disturbance may
be caused by the local cable company broadcast.

IGNITION:

Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter
or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition
systems, neonlamps, electric drills and other electric appliances.

GHOSTS:

Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths.
One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings,
hills or other objects. Changing the direction or position of the
antenna may improve the reception.

SNOW:

If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station
where the signal is weak, your picture may be marred by the
appearance of small dots. When the signal is extremely weak,
it may be necessary to install an external antenna to improve
the picture.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:

This interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks,
and in some cases, causes loss of contrast in the picture.

PICTURE SIZE VARIATION:

A slight picture size variation is quite normal when you adjust
the CONTRAST or BRIGHTNESS setting.

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DORA THE EXPLORER- MODEL DTE316

LIMITED WARRANTY

Emerson Radio Corp. Warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including original
parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions. For a period of one (1) year (Two
years on picture tube) from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated proof of
purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at and authorized
depot Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion. For repair or replacement, pack
your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson Radio Corp.
In the amount of $9.00 (not required by California residents) to cover shipping and handling
costs, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase.
Send your unit to the address blow.

This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident, failure to
follow operating instructions, commercial use, rental, repairs by an unauthorized facility, or
products purchased, used, serviced or damaged outside of the United States.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAYALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

The serial number can be found on the back cabinet. We suggest that you record the serial
number of your unit in the space below for future reference

Model Number:

Serial Number:

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND
PHONE NUMBEROF YOUR

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NEAREST AUTHORIZED

AUTHORIZED SERVICE

SERVICE CENTER...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:

PLEASE CALL:

1-800-898-9020

Emerson Radio Corp.

Consumer Affairs Dept.

5101 Statesman Drive

Irving, TX75063

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL:

Power Source AC ~ 120V 60Hz
Power Consumption 65W
Speaker Output Power 2 Watts x 2
Unit Dimensions 15.5”(W) x 14.7”(H) x 14.8”(D)

(395mm x 373mm x 375mm)

Unit Weight App.20.7lbs (9.4kgs)

TV SECTION:

Picture Tube 13”
Receiving Channels (VHF) 2 ~13
Receiving Channels (UHF) 14 ~ 69
Receiving Channels (CATV) 14 ~36 (A)-(W)

37 ~59 (AA)-(WW)

60 ~ 85 (AAA)-(ZZZ)

86 ~ 94 (86)-(94)

95 ~ 99 (A-5)-(A-1)

100 ~125 (100)-(125)

01 (5A)

Antenna Input VHF/UHF in 75 Ohms coaxial

A/V Output Level:

Video Output Level (in TV Mode) 1 Vp-p
Audio Output Level (in TV Mode) 0.5 Vrms

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

ACCESSORY

Remote control 1 piece
Owner’s manual

:

1 piece

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