Gateway 13-inch, 13, 13 LCD TV User Manual

Setting up
Troubleshooting
Contents
1 Introducing Your Gateway LCD TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Important safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Back connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Turning on your LCD TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Inserting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2 Connecting Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Understanding video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using composite video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using S-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using coaxial (RF) audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3 Adjusting Your LCD TV Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
OSD menus and options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Setting a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cleaning the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Telephone support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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Introducing
Your Gateway
LCD TV
This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway LCD TV.
Read this chapter to learn about:
Features
Warnings and safeguards
Package contents
Controls and connections
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Features

Your LCD TV features:
Bright, flicker-free image
Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display
with minimal motion artifacts (noise)
Accurate color processing
Built-in internal amplifier and speakers
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Important safeguards

Warning Risk of electric shock - Do not open

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do no remove the back cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Removing the back cover voids the warranty.
Have your LCD TV repaired by qualified service personnel only.
Warnings and precautions
Do not place your hands, face, or objects close to the ventilation openings
of your LCD TV. The top of your LCD TV gets very hot from exhaust air that is released through the ventilation openings. Burns or personal injuries may occur if you are too close to the LCD TV. Damage may occur if you place any object near the top of your LCD TV.
Disconnect all cables before moving your LCD TV. Moving your LCD TV
with its cables attached may damage the cables and cause fire or electric shock danger.
Do not expose your LCD TV to rain or moisture.
Important safeguards
Keep your LCD TV away from excessive dust, high temperatures, moisture,
or direct sunlight.
Use your LCD TV in a well-ventilated area and do not cover the ventilation
openings.
Do not modify your LCD TV or use an unshielded power cord or video
input source cable, or you may experience excessive interference.
Disconnect your LCD TV and unplug the power cord when the TV is not
used for a long period of time.
If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off your LCD TV, then
disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Make sure that your video input source cable is connected correctly, then reconnect your LCD TV to the electrical outlet.
Disconnect your LCD TV from the electrical outlet before cleaning or
performing maintenance. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not place your LCD TV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Your
LCD TV may fall, causing serious damage.
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Do not place your LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces.
Never place your LCD TV near or over a radiator or heat source.
Do not install your LCD TV in an enclosed area unless correct ventilation
is provided.
Your LCD TV should be operated from the type of power source indicated
on the label. If the type of available power is unknown, consult your electrician or local power company.
Your LCD TV is equipped with a 3-pin grounded plug. The plug will only
fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you cannot plug the power cord into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter the plug because this will defeat the safety feature.
Do not rest objects on the power cord and avoid placing the power cord
near high traffic areas.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords because this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Unplug your LCD TV and contact qualified service personnel if:
The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
Liquid has been spilled into your LCD TV.
Your LCD TV has been exposed to water or moisture.
Your LCD TV does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Incorrect adjustment of other controls may result in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore your LCD TV to normal operation.
Your LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
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Package contents

Along with your LCD TV, the packaging box contains the following items:
Remote control
Two AAA batteries
Package contents
CATV cable
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Power cord
TV antenna cable
User guide
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Accessories

You can purchase these optional accessories for your LCD TV:
Cable kits. Gateway cable kits consist of high-quality gold cables of various
lengths, including:

RCA audio cable

RCA composite video cable

S-Video cable

Kensington™ lock cable kit
TV mounting kits
Contact Gateway for these and other accessories.
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Front controls and connections

OK
Infrared remote sensor
Power/Status LED
8
Headphone
jack
Video/
Audio in
Input
Menu
Channel and
Volume an d
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Front controls and connections
Button Description
Headphone jack Plug headphones in here. The built-in speakers are disabled.
Video/Audio In Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a video
camcorder or digital camera.
Input Changes the video input source.
Menu Opens and closes the OSD. For more information, see “Using the
OSD” on page 22.
Volume and Increases or decreases the volume.
OSD active: Adjusts on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see “Using the OSD” on page 22.
Channel and Changes the channel.
OSD active: Selects on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see “Using the OSD” on page 22.
OK Enters a sub-menu and confirms selections in the OSD. For more
information, see “Using the OSD” on page 22.
Power/Status LED Turns your LCD TV on and off. When you turn your LCD TV on or
off, wait three seconds before pressing this button again.
Status LED:
Not lit - The LCD TV is turned off or the power cord is disconnected.
Solid Green - Your LCD TV is on.
Infrared remote sensor Picks up the signal from the remote control.
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Back connections

Power cord
connector
Cable
hook

S-Video

Kensington™
Cable
hook
Video/ Audio in
lock slot
Antenna
Connector Description
Cable hooks Routes cables through the cable connection cover.
Kensington lock slot Connects to secure your LCD TV to an object with optional cable.
Power cord connector Connects to correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector.
S-Video Connects to an S-Video device, such as a satellite dish receiver or
digital cable box.
Video/Audio in Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a VCR.
Antenna Connects to a VHF/UHF antenna or cable TV.
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Turning on your LCD TV

Warning For added protection during a lightning storm or when it

is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug your LCD TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
To turn on your LCD TV:
1 Use the two tabs at the bottom corners to swing up and remove the cable
connection cover on the back of your LCD TV.
Turning on your LCD TV
2 Ti lt ba c k and l i ft t h e cabl e cove r on th e back o f your L CD T V app r oxima tely
45 degrees to remove it.
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3 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your
LCD TV, route the cable through the cable hook at the stand, then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector.
4 Connect the video input sources. For information, see “Connecting
components” on page 17.
Power cord connector
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5 Replace the two cable connection covers. 6 Press the power button on the remote control or the front of your LCD TV.
The Status LED on the front turns green.
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Remote control

Button Function
POWER. Turns the LCD TV on and off.
MUTE. Turns the sound on and off.
Number button pad. Selects a channel or
enters a password.
CC. Turns on closed captioning.
SLEEP. Turns on the sleep timer. For more
information, see “Setting the sleep timer” on page 26.
INPUT. Changes the video input source.
EXIT. Closes the OSD.
OK. Opens a sub-menu and confirms
selections in the OSD.
VOL . Turns volume up or down and navigates the OSD menus.
CH . Changes the channel and navigates the OSD menus.
LAST. Recalls the previously viewed channel.
MENU. Opens and closes the OSD.
Remote control
These buttons do not control any options on your LCD TV.
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Inserting batteries

To replace or install batteries:
Insert two AAA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match
the
+ and on the batteries with the + and symbols inside the battery
compartment.
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Connecting
Components
Read this chapter to learn how to connect:
DVD players
VCRs
Off-air TV and cable TV

Warning Before connecting any external

components, unplug your LCD TV.
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Understanding video connections

Your LCD TV has three types of standard video connections. You should use the best connection available to get the best display. For example, if your DVD player has a composite video and an S-Video connection, connect the DVD player to your LCD TV using S-Video instead of composite video.
Connection
Cable and Connector Description
Quality
Basic Coaxial (RF). The video and audio signals
are both carried in one cable (the other two connection types only handle video, and require separate connections for sound). Coaxial is the only way to connect an antenna to your LCD TV.
Good Composite (AV). The video signal is carried
through a single “pin.” This connection method is the one that is most commonly found on devices.
Better S-Video. The video signal is split into two
signals, black-and-white and color. Text displayed on-screen through this connection will be noticeably sharper then composite or coaxial (RF).
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Connecting components

Connecting components

Using composite video

Use composite video to connect components such as a DVD player, set top box, VCR, or video camera using the Video/Audio in connections on the front or back of your LCD TV. For more information, see “Front controls and connections” on page 8 and see “Back connections” on page 10.
To connect a component using composite video:
Headphone jack
- OR -
Video
Audio
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Audio
Video
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1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of the component to the yellow
video jack on the front or back of your LCD TV.
2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of the
component to the R and L audio jacks on the front or back of your LCD TV.
3 Press the INPUT button, channel and to select FRONT AV or REAR AV,
then press
OK.
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Connecting components

Using S-Video

Use S-Video to connect components such as a DVD player, set top box, VCR, or video camera. For more information, see “Audio and video connections” on page 14.
To connect a component using S-Video:
S-Video
Audio
1 Connect the S-Video jack on the back of the component to the S-Video
jack on the back of your LCD TV.
2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks on the back of the
component to the R and L audio jacks on the back of your LCD TV.
3 Press the INPUT button, channel and to select S-VIDEO, then press OK.
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Using coaxial (RF) audio and video

Use coaxial video to connect components such as cable TV, a cable box, VCR, or antenna.
To connect a component using coaxial (RF) audio and video:
1 Connect the coaxial (RF) connector on the component to the TV In
connector on the back of your LCD TV.
2 Press the INPUT button, press channel and to select TV, then press OK.
If you have an off-air antenna or cable box, connect your off-air antenna or cable TV cable to the ANT connector on the back of your VCR.
Warning If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to your
LCD TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is correctly grounded. For more information, see “Television antenna connectors protection (for systems fitted with TV/cable TV tuner cards)” on page 41.
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Adjusting Your
LCD TV Settings
Read this chapter to learn how to adjust your LCD TV settings from the on-screen display (OSD).
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Using the OSD

Your LCD TV features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings. Your LCD TV saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off your TV.

To adjust settings from the OSD:

1 Press the MENU button. The OSD opens. 2 Press the or buttons to select the menu you want. 3 Press the OK button to open the menu. 4 Press the or buttons to select the menu option you want. 5 Press the or buttons to adjust the option setting. 6 Press the EXIT button and the OSD closes.
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OSD menus and options

You can use these OSD menus and options to adjust various settings for your LCD TV.
OSD Menu Description
Using the OSD
CHANNEL
CH
VIDEO
CH
CHANNELCHANNEL
AUTO CHANNEL OFF MANUAL CHANNEL TV 12 ADD/DEL CH. ADD
VIDEOVIDEO
CONTRAST 64
BRIGHTNESS 55 COLOR 50 TINT 45 RESET OFF
This menu is only available in TV mode.
AUTO CHANNEL. When this option is selected, your LCD TV adds all channels that have a signal to the channel list.
MANUAL CHANNEL. Changes the TV channel.
ADD/DEL CHANNEL. Adds or removes the
current channel to the channel list.
CONTRAST. Adjusts the contrast of the picture.
BRIGHTNESS. Adjusts the brightness of the
picture.
You may need to readjust brightness after the LCD TV warms up.
COLOR. Adjusts the color saturation making colors more intense.
TINT. Adjusts the color of flesh tones.
RESET. Resets picture settings to the factory
default.
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OSD Menu Description
AUDIO
CH
SETUP
CH
AUDIOAUDIO
VOLUME 64
MUTE OFF BASS 50 TREBLE 45 BALANCE 0 SOUND STEREO AVL ON
SETUPSETUP
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
OSD POSITION
VOLUME. Turns volume up or down.
MUTE. Turns the sound on and off.
BASS. Adjusts the bass.
TREBLE. Adjusts the treble.
BALANCE. Adjusts the balance level between
the speakers.
SOUND. Changes the sound output for TV programs. Switch between Stereo, Sap (Second Audio Program), or Mono for audio simulcasts. The TV program must support the output option.
AVL. Automatic volume leveling keeps volume levels the same between different programs.
Language. Changes the language of the OSD menu. Choose between English, French, or Spanish.
OSD POSITION. Adjusts the position of the OSD within the display image.
OPTIONS
CH
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OPTIONSOPTIONS
CAPTION/TEXT CC 1
CAPTIONS EZ MUTE KEY LOCK OFF PARENTAL
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CAPTION/TEXT. Selects the closed captioning text option.
CAPTIONS. Turns captioning on and off. EZ MUTE automatically turns captioning on when your LCD TV is muted.
KEY LOCK. Locks out all buttons on the front of your LCD TV except the power button. When this option is on, you need to use the remote control to control your LCD TV.
PARENTAL. Activates parental controls. You need the remote control to use this option.
For more information, see “PARENTAL” on page 25 and “Using parental controls” on page 27.
OSD Menu Description
Using the OSD
PARENTAL
CH
PARENTAL BLOCKPARENTAL BLOCK
MPAA UNBLOCKED AGE BLOCK TO SET: CONTENT BLOCK TO SET: SET CODE TO SET: LOCK ON/OFF OFF
MPAA. Set parental controls to follow current MPAA movie rating guidelines:
G (general audience) PG (parental guidance suggested) PG-13 (children 13 years of age and older) R (mature audience) NC-17 (no one under 17 years of age) X (no one under 17 years of age)
AGE BLOCK. Set parental controls to follow current TV rating guidelines.
For children: TV-Y (all children) TV-Y7 (older children)
For general: TV-G (general audience) TV-PG (guidance suggested) TV-14 (strongly cautioned) TV-MA (mature audience)
CONTENT BLOCK. Set parental controls to block programming based on content:
DIALOGUE (sexual dialog) LANGUAGE (adult language) SEX SCENE (sexual situations) VIOLENCE (violence) F VIOLENCE (fantasy violence)
SET CODE. Changes the password that accesses the parental submenu.
LOCK ON/OFF. Turns parental controls on and off.
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Setting the sleep timer

The sleep timer lets you set a time delay to turn off your LCD TV automatically.
To set the sleep timer using the remote control:
1 Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The sleep timer appears in
the upper-right corner of your screen.
2 Press the SLEEP button one or more times to select the time you want.
To turn off the sleep timer using the remote control:
Press the SLEEP button repeatedly until ___ appears.
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Using parental controls

The parental controls feature prevents viewers from watching programs that are not age-appropriate, such as programs containing violence or adult language.
The LOCK ON/OFF option in the OSD must be ON for parental controls to be in effect.
You can set parental control locks using:
MPAA
Age Block
Content Block
To set the parental controls using MPAA:
1 Press the MENU button on remote control to open the OSD. 2 Press the and buttons to select the OPTIONS menu, then press OK to
open the menu.
Using the OSD
CH
CAPTION/TEXT CC 1
CAPTIONS EZ MUTE KEY LOCK OFF PARENTAL
OPTIONSOPTIONS
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3 Press the and buttons to select the PARENTAL sub-menu, then press
the button to open the sub-menu.
CH
PARENTAL BLOCKPARENTAL BLOCK
MPAA UNBLOCKED AGE BLOCK TO SET: CONTENT BLOCK TO SET: SET CODE TO SET: LOCK ON/OFF OFF
4 Use the number pad to enter your password when prompted. If you have
not set a password, enter 0000. For more information about setting a password, see “Setting a password” on page 33.
ENTER CODE
- - - -
5 Press the and buttons to select the MPAA option, then press the
button to change the settings.
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This option lets you block the following MPAA movie ratings:
G (general audience)
PG (parental guidance suggested)
PG-13 (recommended for children 13 years of age and older)
R (mature audience)
NC-17 (no one under 17 years of age)
X (no one under 17 years of age)
6 Press EXIT when you are finished making changes to this option.
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Using the OSD
To set the parental controls using AGE BLOCK:
1 Press the MENU button on remote control to open the OSD. 2 Press the and buttons to select the OPTIONS menu, then press OK to
open the menu.
CH
CAPTION/TEXT CC 1
CAPTIONS EZ MUTE KEY LOCK OFF PARENTAL
OPTIONSOPTIONS
3 Press the and buttons to select the PARENTAL sub-menu, then press
the button to open the sub-menu.
CH
PARENTAL BLOCKPARENTAL BLOCK
MPAA UNBLOCKED AGE BLOCK TO SET: CONTENT BLOCK TO SET: SET CODE TO SET: LOCK ON/OFF OFF
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4 Use the number pad to enter your password when prompted. If you have
not set a password, enter 0000. For more information about setting a password, see “Setting a password” on page 33.
ENTER CODE
- - - -
5 Press the and buttons to select the AGE BLOCK option menu, then
press the button to open the option menu.
CH
GENERAL UNBLOCKED CHILDREN UNBLOCKED
AGE BLOCKAGE BLOCK
6 Press the and buttons to select each option, then press the button
to change the settings.
This option menu lets you block children and general TV program ratings.
7 Press EXIT when you are finished making changes to this option.
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Using the OSD
To set the parental controls using CONTENT BLOCK:
1 Press the MENU button on remote control to open the OSD. 2 Press the and buttons to select the OPTIONS menu, then press OK to
open the menu.
CH
CAPTION/TEXT CC 1
CAPTIONS EZ MUTE KEY LOCK OFF PARENTAL
OPTIONSOPTIONS
3 Press the and buttons to select the PARENTAL sub-menu, then press
the button to open the sub-menu.
CH
PARENTAL BLOCKPARENTAL BLOCK
MPAA UNBLOCKED AGE BLOCK TO SET: CONTENT BLOCK TO SET: SET CODE TO SET: LOCK ON/OFF OFF
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4 Use the number pad to enter your password when prompted. If you have
not set a password, enter 0000. For more information about setting a password, see “Setting a password” on page 33.
ENTER CODE
- - - -
5 Press the and buttons to select the CONTENT BLOCK option menu,
then press the button to open the option menu.
CH
CONTENT BLOCKCONTENT BLOCK
DIALOGUE UNBLOCKED LANGUAGE UNBLOCKED SEX SCENE UNBLOCKED VIOLENCE UNBLOCKED F VIOLENCE UNBLOCKED NO RATING UNBLOCKED
6 Press the and buttons to select each option, then press the button
to select
This option menu lets you block programs by content:
DIALOGUE (sexual dialog)
BLOCKED or UNBLOCKED.
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LANGUAGE (adult language)
SEX SCENE (sexual situations)
VIOLENCE (general violence)
F VIOLENCE (fantasy violence)
NO RATING
7 Press EXIT when you are finished making changes to this option.
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Setting a password

You control access to the parental controls with a password. The default password is 0000. You can change the password to any four-digit number.
1 Press the MENU button on remote control to open the OSD. 2 Press the and buttons to select the OPTIONS menu, then press OK to
open the menu.
Using the OSD
CH
CAPTION/TEXT CC 1
CAPTIONS EZ MUTE KEY LOCK OFF PARENTAL
OPTIONSOPTIONS
3 Press the and buttons to select the PARENTAL sub-menu, then press
the button to open the sub-menu.
CH
PARENTAL BLOCKPARENTAL BLOCK
MPAA UNBLOCKED AGE BLOCK TO SET: CONTENT BLOCK TO SET: SET CODE TO SET: LOCK ON/OFF OFF
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4 Use the number pad to enter your password when prompted. If you have
not set a password, enter 0000. If you have forgotten your password, enter
0117.
ENTER CODE
- - - -
5 Press the and buttons to select the SET CODE sub-menu, then press
the button to change the settings.
6 Use the number button pad to enter a new four-digit password when
prompted.
ENTER CODE
- - - -
7 Use the number button pad to re-enter the new four-digit password when
prompted.
REPEAT CODE
- - - -
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8 Press EXIT to close the OSD.
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Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
Read this chapter to learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your LCD TV.
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Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning the screen

Do not use substances such as glass cleaners, solvents, and thinners.
The screen of your LCD TV has been specially treated. Wipe the surface
gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth.
If the surface is particular dirty, use a soft cloth and water to clean the
screen. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), then wipe the screen with the cloth.
Warning The screen of your LCD TV is made of specially coated
glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive or ammonia-based window cleaners.
Scratches on the bezel or glass are not covered by your warranty.
Do not scratch or hit the surface of the screen with your fingers or any
hard objects.

Cleaning the exterior

Your LCD TV is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case, so
keep the vents free of dust. With your LCD TV turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to drip any water into the vents. Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside of your LCD TV.
Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish
on components.
Do not allow any excessive water or moisture to come into contact with
the surface of your LCD TV. If water or moisture gets inside your LCD TV, operating problems and electrical and shock hazards may result.
Do not scratch or hit the cabinet with your fingers or any hard objects.
Do not place articles made from rubber or PVC near the cabinet for any
extended periods of time.
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Troubleshooting

Use the following information to solve common problems.

You cannot see a picture

Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet.
Make sure that the power button is turned on.
Make sure that the selected video input source is connected to a working
component.

You see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound

You may be getting interference from electrical appliances, cars,
motorcycles, or fluorescent lights. Try moving your LCD TV to another location.

The color is abnormal

Make sure that the input source cable is connected securely and correctly
to your LCD TV.
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The picture has abnormal patterns

Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly.
Make sure that the video input source is within the range of your LCD TV.
Compare the video input source’s specifications with your LCD TV specifications.
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You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound

Make sure that the volume is not turned down.
Make sure that the sound is not muted.
Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and
correctly.
The LCD TV has pixels that are always bright, dark, or colored
Your LCD TV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision
technology. However, sometimes some pixels of your LCD TV may not display correctly. Pixel defects within industry specifications are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective product.

You see “noise” or “trash” on the screen

When your LCD TV’s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal,
the signal is up-converted (increased) to match your LCD TV’s display capabilities. Up-converting can cause noise or trash.

Screen brightness is diminished

Video display devices experience degradation of brightness over the life of
the device. Normal brightness degradation is not covered by your warranty.

Telephone support

If this troubleshooting information does not resolve your problem or if you have other questions relating to your LCD TV, call our Service Center at 888-737-MyGW (6949).
For more information about Gateway, visit www.gateway.com
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Regulatory, and
Legal Information
Regulatory compliance statements

United States of America

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Cl ass B d igi tal device , pursua nt t o Par t 1 5 of the FCC r ule s. These li mit s are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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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 or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and 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 to an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Compliance Accessories: The accessories associated with this equipment are: shielded video cable when an external monitor is connected. These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules.

FCC declaration of conformity

Responsible party:
Gateway Companies, Inc. 610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049 (605) 232-2000 Fax: (605) 232-2023
Product:
GTW-L13M103 LCD TV
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product 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.

Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product.

Canada

Industry Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per ICES-003
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada.
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California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to

the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or reproductive harm.
Television antenna connectors protection (for systems fitted with TV/cable TV tuner cards)
External television antenna grounding
If an outsi de a ntenna or c able sy ste m is t o be conn ect ed to your Gat eway PC , ma ke su re t hat t he antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 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 grounding electrode.
Lightning protection
For added protection of any Gateway product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
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Power lines
Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits.

Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system,

extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits. Contact with them could be fatal.
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Antenna and satellite grounding
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Reference Grounding component
1 Electric service equipment
2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H)
3 Ground clamps
4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)
6 Ground clamp
7 Antenna lead-in wire
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Copyright © 2003 Gateway, Inc. All Rights Reserved 14303 Gateway Place Poway, CA 92064 USA

All Rights Reserved

This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically. These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions. Gateway may improve and/or change products described in this publication at any time. Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
In the interest of continued product development, Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notices or obligation.

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Index

A
accessories 7 adjust
brightness color 23 contrast 23 OSD settings 22 sound 24 TV settings 23
antenna
connecting
antenna connection 10 audio and video connections 10 audio in connection 9, 10
23
20
B
back panel connections 10 batteries 5
installing 14
brightness 23
C
cable
CATV
5
TV antenna 6
cable kits 7 cable TV
connecting
CATV cable 5 channel up and down buttons 9 cleaning 36
exterior 36
screen 36 closed captioning 24 coaxial (RF) video 16
connecting 20
connection 10 color 23 composite (AV) 16, 17
connection 9, 10
20
connecting
antenna cable TV 20 DVD player 17, 19 power cord 11 VCR 17, 19, 20 video camera 17, 19
connections
antenna audio and video 9, 10 back panel 10 composite video 9, 10 power 10 S-Video 10
contrast 23
20
10
D
DVD player
connecting
17, 19
F
features 2 front controls 8
H
headphone jack 9
I
infrared remote sensor 9 Input button 9
K
Kensington lock slot 10
L
left and right buttons 22
M
maintenance 35, 36 Menu button 9, 22
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O
OK button 9 on-screen display
see OSD
options menu OSD 22
audio menu 24 brightness 23 channel menu 23 closed captioning 24 color 23 contrast 23 options menu 24 parental menu 25 picture menu 23 setup menu 24
24, 25
P
parental controls 24
setting 27, 29, 31
password 28, 30, 32, 34
setting 33 picture menu 23 power 10 power button 9 power cord 6
connection 11
status LED 9 support 38 S-Video 16
connecting 19 connection 10
T
troubleshooting 35, 37 turning on TV 11 TV antenna cable 6
U
up and down buttons 22
V
VCR
connecting
video camera
connecting
video connections
types of
video menu 23 volume up and down buttons 9
17, 19, 20
17, 19
16
R
remote control 5
buttons 13
installing batteries 14
S
safety 3 Service Center 38 setting up
safety precautions setup menu 24 sleep timer 26
setting 26
turning off 26 sound menu 24
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