Finlux 50F8090-T User Manual

Contents

Environmental Information ..................................... 2

Accessories included .............................................. 3

TV - Features ......................................................... 3

Safety Precautions and Important Information ....... 3

Viewing the TV ...................................................... 4

TV Control Buttons & Operation ............................. 4

Operation with the Buttons on the TV ..................... 4

Operation with the Remote Control ........................ 4

Remote Control ..................................................... 5

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control...... 7

Connect Power & Antenna ..................................... 7

Switching On/Off ..................................................... 7

First Time Installation.............................................. 7

Media Playback via USB Input ............................... 8

Quick Menu ............................................................ 9

Changing Image Size: Picture Formats .................. 9

Using the Channel List ........................................... 9

Menu Features and Functions .............................. 10

Menu Features and Functions ...............................11

Menu Features and Functions .............................. 12

Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) .................... 13

Recording a Programme ...................................... 13

Timeshift Recording ............................................. 14

Instant Recording ................................................. 14

Watching Recorded Programmes ....................... 14

Recording Conguration ....................................... 14

Product Safety ............................................... 14

Wired Connectivity................................................ 15

Wireless Connectivity .......................................... 16

Other Information.................................................. 17

Connectivity Troubleshooting ............................... 17

DLNA ................................................................... 18

Digital Teletext ...................................................... 19

Software Upgrade................................................. 19

Getting Started with Skype ................................. 20

Troubleshooting & Tips ......................................... 25

Licence Notications............................................. 25

Appendix A: Nero MediaHome Installation ........... 26

Appendix B: PC Input Typical Display Modes ...... 27

Appendix C: AV and HDMI Signal Compatibility

(Input Signal Types) .............................................. 27

Appendix D: Supported File Formats for USB Media

Browser ................................................................ 28

Appendix E: Supported DVI Resolutions .............. 29

SKY Remote Control Code ................................... 29

Specications ....................................................... 29

Important Instruction ............................................. 30

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Power cord and plug

• The power cord plug should be easily accessible. If
there is lightning or storms, or if the TV is not going
to be used for a while (e.g. if going away on holiday),
disconnect the TV set from the mains.

•Do not place the TV, furniture, etc. on the power
cord or pinch the cord.

• Handle the power cord by the plug, do not unplug
the TV by pulling the power cord.

• Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands
as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock.

• Never make a knot in the power cord or tie it with
other cords.

• Power cords should be placed in such a way that
they are not likely to be stepped on or provide a
trip hazard.

• A damaged power cord/plug can cause re or give

you an electric shock. When damaged it must be

replaced, this should only be done by qualied

personnel.

Moisture and Water

•Do not use this TV in a humid or damp place (avoid
using in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink)

•Do not expose this TV to rain or water, as this may
be dangerous.

• If any solid object or liquid falls into the cabinet,
unplug the TV and have it checked by qualied

personnel before operating it any further.

Ventilation

• The slots and openings on the TV set are intended
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation.

• To prevent overheating, these openings must not be
blocked or covered in any way.

Heat sources and Flames

• Do not expose the TV to direct sunlight or other
heat sources.

• The TV should not be placed near open ames or

sources of intense heat such as an electric heater.

• Ensure that no open ame sources, such as lit

candles, are placed on top of the TV.

Headphone Volume

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss, please take
care.

Wall Mounting (optional)

• To prevent injury, this TV must be securely attached
to the wall in accordance with the installation
instructions.

Screen

• Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear

on the screen as a xed blue, green or red point.

Please note that this does not affect the performance
of your product.

• Take care not to scratch the screen with ngernails

or other hard objects.

Cleaning

• Before cleaning, unplug the TV from the wall socket.

•Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Only use a

soft, dry cloth.

Environmental Information

This television is designed to consume less energy to
help save the environment. You can not only help to
save the environment but you can also save money
by reducing your electricity bills thanks to the energy
efficiency features of this TV. To reduce energy
consumption, you should take the following steps:

You can use the Power Save Mode setting, located
in the Picture menu. If you set the Power Save Mode
as Eco, the TV will switch to energy-saving mode
and the luminance level of TV set will be decreased
to the optimum level. Note that some picture settings
will be unavailable to be changed when the TV is in
Power Save Mode.

If Picture Off is selected, “Screen will be off in 15
seconds.” message will be displayed on the screen.
Select PROCEED and press OK to continue. The
screen will be off in 15 seconds.

When the TV is not in use, please switch off or
disconnect the TV from the mains plug. This will also
reduce energy consumption.

It is highly recommended that you activate the Power
Save Mode setting to reduce your annual power
consumption.

1) If the TV does not receive any input signal (e.g.
from an aerial or HDMI source) for 5 minutes, the TV
will go into standby. When you next switch-on, the
following message will be displayed:

“Standby Cause No Signal”

Press OK to continue.

2) If the TV has been left on and not been operated for
4 hours, the TV will go into standby. When you next
switch-on, the following message will be displayed.

“Standby Cause No Operation”

Press OK to continue.

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Accessories included

Remote Control

Batteries: 2 x AAA

Instruction Book

Side AV Connection Cable

WiFi Dongle

USB Cable

NeroHome Media CD

TV - Features

• Remote controlled colour LCD TV

• Fully integrated digital tuner

• DVB-T2 Compliant

• HDMI Inputs are for connecting a device that has

a HDMI socket

• USB input

• 10000 programmes

• OSD menu system

• Scart socket for external devices (such as DVD

Players, PVR, video games, etc.)

• Stereo sound system

• Teletext

• Headphone connection

• Automatic programming system

• Manual tuning

• Automatic power down after up to six hours

• Sleep timer

• Child lock

• Automatic sound mute when no transmission

• NTSC playback

• AVL (Automatic Volume Limiting)

• PLL (Frequency Search)

• PC input

• Plug&Play for Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista,

Windows 7

• Game Mode (optional)

• Ethernet (LAN) for Internet connectivity

• 802.11n WiFi Support via USB dongle

• DLNA

Safety Precautions and Important
Information

Please read these instructions fully
before installing or operating.

Preparation

Place the device on a solid even surface. For
ventilation purposes, leave a free space of at least
10 cm all around the set. Do not place any objects on
top of the set. Use this device in moderate climates.
Operation temperature and operation humidity:
5ºC up to 45ºC, 85% humidity max. Note: Don’t block
ventilation holes.

Intended Use

This device is used to receive and display TV
programmmes. The different connection options
expand the reception and display sources possible
(various external devices). This device is only
suitable for operation in dry interiors. This appliance
is intended solely for private domestic use and
may not be used for industrial and commercial
purposes. We exclude liability in principle, if the
device is not used as intended, or unauthorized

modications have been made. To operate your TV

in extreme ambient conditions may cause damage
to the device.

WARNING: Never let people (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and / or
knowledge use electrical devices unsupervised.

Children may not recognize the dangers of
incorrect use. The swallowing of batteries can
be fatal. Keep batteries out of reach of small
children. If a battery is swallowed, immediately
seek medical attention. Keep the packaging

lmsoutofreachofchildrentopreventtherisk

of suffocation.

Power source

• The TV should be operated only from a 220-240 V
AC, 50 Hz outlet.

Positioning the TV

• For ventilation, please leave a clear space of at least
10cm all around the TV.

•Do not block the ventilation openings.

•Do not place the TV on sloping or unstable surfaces,

the TV may tip over.

• To prevent damage to the TV, do not place any
objects on top of the TV.

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Viewing the TV

TV Control Buttons & Operation

1. Up direction

2. Down direction

3. Programme/Volume / AV / Standby-On selection

switch

Operation with the Buttons on the
TV

Volume Setting

You can move the control switch upward or downward
for changing the volume. To increase volume, please
move the switch upward. Move the switch downward
to decrease the volume. A volume level scale (slider)
will be displayed on the screen.

Programme Selection

First press the control switch once to change channel.
You can move the switch upward to select the next
programme or move it downward to select the
previous programme.

Viewing Main Menu

Menu screen cannot be displayed by using the control
switch.

AV Mode

Press the control switch consecutively until the source
OSD is displayed on the screen.

Operation with the Remote Control

Press the MENU button on your remote control to
display the main menu screen. Use the “ ” or “ ”
buttons to select a menu tab and press the OK button
to select option. Use the “ ” / “ ” or “ ” / “ ” buttons
to select or set an item. Press BACK or EXIT or MENU
button to quit a menu screen.

Input Selection

Once you have connected external systems to your
TV, you can switch to different input sources. Press the

“ - (SOURCE)” button on your remote control
consecutively to select the different inputs.

Changing Channels and Volume

You can change the channel and adjust the volume
using the V+/- and P+/- buttons on the remote.

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Remote Control

1. Standby / On

2. Channel list

3. Volume up-down

4. Menu on/off

5. OK / Channel list / Conrm

6. Return / Back

7. Internet Portal

8. My button 1 / Youtube (*)

9. My button 2 (**)

10. Coloured buttons (Red, Green, Yellow, Blue)

11. Mono-Stereo Dual I-II / Current language

12. Fast rewind (in media browser mode)

13. Pause (in media browser mode) / Timeshift

recording

14. Programme recording

15. Play (in media browser mode)

16. Stop (in media browser mode)

17. Fast forward (in media browser mode)

18. Subtitle on-off / Subtitle (in media browser

mode)

19. Image size

20. Teletext - Mix

21. Media Browser

22. Electronic programme guide

23. Exit

24. Navigation buttons

25. Quick menu

26. Info / Reveal (in TXT mode)

27. Programme up/down

28. Mute

29. Previous programme / Now (in EPG mode)

30. Numeric buttons

31. AV / Source

TV

NOTE: The Remote Control range is approximately 7m

/ 23ft.

Using My button 1 (*)

This button’s main function is to run Youtube link. However,
if you want to change this function, you can press MY

BUTTON 1 for ve seconds when on a desired source,

channel or link, until the “MY BUTTON IS SET” message

is displayed on the screen. This conrms that the selected

MY BUTTON is now associated with the selected function.

Note that if you perform rst time installation, MY BUTTON

1 will return to its default function.

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Using My Button 2 (**)

This button’s main function is to switch to DVB-T,
broadcasts. However, if you press MY BUTTON 2 for

ve seconds, you can set a function to it as described

in My Button 1.

Note that if you perform a first time installation, MY
BUTTON 2 will return to its default function.

Connections

AV Connection

Cable (supplied)

Scart

Connection

(back)

VGA

Connection

(back)

PC/YPbPr Audio

Connection

(back)

HDMI

Connection

(back & side)

S/PDIF Optical Out

(back)

S/PDIF

Side AV

Connection

(side)

Headphone
Connection

(side)

USB

Connection

(side)

Connector Type Cables Device

Y BPRP

AUDIO L&R

SIDE AV

HEADPHONE

YPbPr Video

Connection

(back)

CI

Connection

(side)

CAM

module

Subwoofer

Connection

(back)

NOTE: When connecting a device via the YPbPr or Side AV input, you must use the supplied connection cables to
enable connection. See the illustrations above. | To enable PC audio, you will need to use the PC/YPBPR CONNECTION
cable’s WHITE & RED inputs. | If an external device is connected via the SCART socket, the TV will automatically switch to
AV mode.| When receiving DTV channels (Mpeg4 H.264) or while in Media Browser mode, output will not be available via
the scart socket. | When using the wall mounting kit (optional), we recommend that you plug all your cables into the back of
the TV before mounting on the wall. | Insert or remove the CI module only when the TV is SWITCHED OFF. You should refer
to the module instruction manual for details of the settings.

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Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control

HDMI 1

HDMI 1

1. Lift the cover on the back of the remote upward
gently.

2. Install two AAA batteries. Make sure to match
the + and - ends of the batteries in the battery
compartment (observe the correct polarity).

3. Replace the cover.

Connect Power & Antenna

IMPORTANT: The TV set is designed to operate on

220-240V AC, 50 Hz socket. After unpacking, allow the
TV set to reach the ambient room temperature before
you connect the set to the mains. Plug the aerial cable
into the ANT socket on your TV.

Switching On/Off

To Switch the TV On

Connect the power cord to the 220-240V AC, 50 Hz.
Then the standby LED lights up.

To switch on the TV from standby mode either:

Press the “ ” button, P+ / P- or a numeric button on
the remote control.

Press the control switch located on the left side of the
TV. The TV will then switch on.

To Switch the TV Off

Press the “ ” button on the remote control or press
and hold the control switch on the TV until the TV
shuts down, so the TV will switch to standby mode.

To power down the TV completely, unplug the power
cord from the mains socket.

Note: When the TV is switched to standby mode, the standby
LED can blink to indicate that features such as Standby
Search, Over Air Download or Timer is active. The LED can
also blink when you switch on the TV from standby mode.

First Time Installation

When turned on for the rst time, the “language

selection” menu appears. The message “Welcome
please select your language!” is displayed and all

language options are listed alphabetically.

Press the “ ” or “ ” button to highlight the required
language, press OK button to select. “First Time
Installation” appears. Use “ ” or “ ” button to set the
required country, and press “ ” button to select Search
Type. Use “ ” or “ ” to set the desired search type.
Available search types are digital and analog, digital only
and analog only. When set, press “ ” to select Teletext
Language. Use “ ” or “ ” button to set the “Teletext
Language” and select “Scan Encrypted” using “ ” or “

” button. You can set Scan Encrypted as Yes if you

want to scan coded stations.

Press OK button on the remote control to continue and the
following message will be displayed on the screen.

You can activate Store mode option by using “

” or “ ” button. If Store Mode is selected, Store
mode option will be available in other settings menu
and your TV’s features will be illustrated on the
top of the screen. A confirmation screen will be

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displayed after selecting the Store Mode. Select
YES to proceed.

If Home Mode is selected, Store mode will not be
available after the First Time Installation. Press OK
button on the remote control to continue and the
following message will be displayed on the screen.

You must select YES to search and store broadcasts.
The television will search for digital terrestrial TV
broadcasts.

NOTE: You can press MENU button to cancel.

After all the available stations are stored, the Channel

List will be displayed on the screen. If you are satised

with the order of channels press the OK button to quit
the channel list and watch TV.

IMPORTANT! You should back up your les before

making any connections to the TV set in order to avoid
any possible data loss. The Manufacturer will not be

responsible for any le damage or data loss. It is

possible that certain types of USB devices (e.g. MP3
Players) or USB hard disk drives/memory sticks may
not be compatible with this TV. The TV supports FAT32
and NTFS disk formatting but recording will not be
available with NTFS formatted disks. Note: While
formatting a USB hard disk that has 1TB (Tera Byte)

or more le capacity, you can experience problems

with the formatting process.

Quickly plugging and unplugging USB devices is a
very hazardous operation. This may cause physical
damage to the USB player and the USB device itself.

Do not pull out the USB module while playing a le.

Media Browser Menu

You can play photo, music, and movie les stored

on a USB disk by connecting it to your TV. Connect
a USB disk to one of the USB inputs located on the
side of the TV.

Media Playback via USB Input

You can connect a USB hard disk drive or USB
memory stick to your TV by using the USB inputs of

the TV. This feature allows you to play les stored in

a USB drive. 2.5” and 3.5” inch (hdd with external
power supply) external hard disk drives are supported.

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The USB selection OSD will be displayed on the screen.
Press the MENU button and select the Media Browser
tab by using the Left/Right and OK buttons. The Main
media browser screen will be displayed. You can display
the approprite content by selecting the Video, Music or
Picture tab. Follow the button indications under each on
screen menu for media playback features.

Pressing the MENU button while in the Media Browser
mode will access the Picture, Sound and Settings menu
options. Pressing the MENU button again will exit from
this screen.

You can set your Media Browser preferences by using
the Settings menu.

Note: If two USB devices are connected to the TV at

the same time, the rst USB device connected to the

TV will be named USB drive 1. Select the drive by
using “ ” or “ ” buttons and press OK.

Quick Menu

The Quick Settings menu allows you to access some
options quickly. This menu includes Power Save Mode,

Picture Mode, Equalizer Settings, Favourites and
Sleep Timer options.

Press Q.MENU button on the remote control to view
the quick menu. See the following chapters for details
of the listed features.

Changing Image Size: Picture Formats

Programmes can be watched in different picture formats,
depending on the transmission received. You can
change the aspect ratio (image size) of the TV for viewing
the picture in different zoom modes. Press the “ ­SCREEN” button repeatedly to change the image size.

You can shift the screen up or down by using “ ”
or “ ” buttons while in 14:9 Zoom, Cinema or
Subtitle.

Using the Channel List

The TV sorts all stored stations in the Channel List.
You can edit this channel list, set favourites or set
active stations to be listed by using the Channel List
options. Press the MENU button to view the main
menu. Select the Channel List item by using Left or

Right button. Press OK to view menu contents. Select
Edit Channel List to manage all stored channels.
Use Up or Down and OK buttons to select Edit
Channel List. Press the Up or Down button to select
the channel that will be processed. Press the Left or
Right button to select a function on the Channel List

menu. Use P+/P- buttons to move page up or down.
Press MENU button to exit.

Sorting Channel List

You can select which broadcasts will be listed in the

channel list. To display specic types of broadcast,

you should use the Active channel list setting. Select
the Active channel list from the Channel list menu
by using “ ” or “ ” button. Press the OK button to
continue. You can select a network type option from
the list by using “ ” or “ ” and OK buttons.

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Mode

Reduction

(in PC mode)

Menu Features and Functions

Picture Menu Contents

Mode

Contrast Sets the lightness and darkness values of the screen.

Brightness Sets the brightness value for the screen.

Sharpness Sets the sharpness value for the objects displayed on the screen.

Colour Sets the colour value, adjusting the colors.

Power Save

Backlight
(optional)

Noise

Dynamic
Contrast

Colour Temp Sets the desired colour tone.

Picture Zoom Sets the picture size to Auto,16:9, Subtitle,14:9, 14:9 Zoom, 4:3 or Cinema.

HDMI True
Black

Film Mode

Skin Tone Adjust the desired skin tone.

Colour Shift Adjust the desired colour tone.

RGB Gain

Reset Resets the picture settings to factory default settings.

Autoposition

You can change the picture mode to suit your preference or requirements. The Picture
mode can be set to one of these options: Cinema, Game, Sport, Dynamic and Natural.

To set the Power Save Mode as Eco, Picture Off and Disabled. See the section, “Environmental
Information” in this manual for further information on the Power Save Mode.

This setting controls the backlight level and it can be set to Auto, Maximum, Minimum
or Eco Mode. The Backlight function will be inactive if the Power Save Mode is set to

On. The Backlight cannot be activated in VGA, Media Browser mode or while the picture
mode is set to Game.

If the broadcast signal is weak and the picture is noisy, use the Noise Reduction setting to reduce the
amount of noise. Noise Reduction can be set to one of these options: Low, Medium, High or Off.

Advanced Settings

You can change the contrast rate by using the dynamic contrast function. Dynamic contrast
can be set to one of these options: Low, Medium, High or Off.

While watching from a HDMI source, this feature will be visible in the Picture Settings
menu. You can use this feature to enhance the blackness in the picture.

Films are recorded at a different number of frames per second to normal television programmes.

Turn this feature on when you are watching lms to see the fast motion scenes clearly.

Press OK button to edit RGB gain. You can congure the colour temperature values
using the RGB Gain feature.

Automatically optimizes the display. Press OK to optimize.

H Position
(in PC mode)

V Position
(in PC mode)

This item shifts the image horizontally to the right hand side or left hand side of the screen.

This item shifts the image vertically towards the top or bottom of the screen.

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