Goodmans GTVL26W26HDF Instruction Manual

Model GTVL26W26HDF

UserGuide

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26”LCD TELEVISION

REMOTECONTROL

WARRANTYCARD

INSTRUCTIONBOOKLET

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3YEARS INSURANCE PLAN

Contents

Remote Control Buttons ..............................................................................................................................2

LCDTV .......................................................................................................................................................2

Preparation................................................................................................................................................. 3

Safety Precautions .....................................................................................................................................3

Before Switching On Your TV.................................................................................................................... 5

Switching The TV ON/OFF .........................................................................................................................5

Navigating the MenuSystem ......................................................................................................................5

InitialSettings.............................................................................................................................................. 6

Basic Operations ........................................................................................................................................7

Everyday Operation ...................................................................................................................................7

IDTVMenuSystem .....................................................................................................................................9

Analogue TV Menu System ...................................................................................................................... 15

Other Features .........................................................................................................................................20

Teletext .....................................................................................................................................................21

ConnectPeripheral Equipment .................................................................................................................. 22

Tips .......................................................................................................................................................... 23

Specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 23

Appendix A: Aerial Connection .................................................................................................................24

AppendixB: Connect Peripheral Equipment.............................................................................................. 24

PeripheralEquipment Connections ........................................................................................................... 25

ImportantInstruction ................................................................................................................................. 26

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Remote Control Buttons

= StandBy
= Cursor Up
= CursorRight

OK/ SELECT=Okay,Freeze
0- 9= DirectProgramme

EXIT / -/- - =NoFunction
P<P/ SWAP = previousprogramme/

programme swap

P/CH+ = ProgrammeUp

+ = VolumeUp

/DTV = TV/ DTV

SOURCE /AV= Externalsource

(TV,EXT1, EXT2,EXT2S,FAV,

S-VIDEO,HDMI,YPBPR)

YELLOW

BLUE

= Hold/ No function

INFO

ABC DEF

JKL MNO PQR

STU VWX

PP

I II

WIDEWIDE

LCD TV

= Update/ Nofunction

/GUIDE=IndexPage

= Reveal

/ WIDE=Expand/Imagesize

=Mix, =Nofunction

GHI

YZ

-/--

P<P

= Teletext
=Time/Subpage

/ RED = PageDown

/GREEN=PageUp

= Mute

I-II = Mono/Stereo- DualA-B

- = Volume Down

- P/CH = ProgrammeDown
PP= Personalsettings

INFO=Information

M =Menu

= Cursor Down
= Cursor Left

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TV/AV
MENU

P/CH

Preparation

Forventilation,leavea spaceof at least 10 cm freeall
around the set. To prevent any fault and unsafe situ-

ations, please do not place any objects on top of the
set.

Use this apparatus in moderate climates.

Features

• Remote controlledcolourLCD TV.

•FullyintegratedDigitalTV(DVB-T)

•100programmesfromVHF,UHFbandsorcablechan­nels can be preset.

•It can tunecablechannels.

•ControllingtheTVis veryeasybyitsmenudrivensys­tem.

• It has 2 Scart sockets for external devices (such as
video, video games, audio set, etc.)

• Stereo sound system (German+Nicam).

•FullfunctionTeletext(500pages).

•Fastext,TOPtext.

•Headphoneconnection.

•A.P.S.(AutomaticProgrammingSystem).

•All programmescan be named.

•Forwardor backwardautomatictuning.

•Sleeptimer.

•ChildLock.

•Automatic sound mute when no transmission.

•NTSCPlayback.

•AVinand S-VHSin areavailable.

•It hasanHDMIconnector forDigitalVideoandAudio.
This connection is also designed to accept High

Definition signals.

•AVL(AutomaticVolume Limiting)

• When no valid signalis detected,after5 minutes the
TVswitchesitselfautomaticallytostand-bymode.

• PLL (Frequency Search)

•Audio Line Out

Safety Precautions

Please read the following recommended safety pre­cautions carefully for your safety

1. Power Source

Thesetshould be operatedonlyfrom a 220-240VAC,
50 Hz. outlet. Ensure you select the correct voltage

setting for your convenience.

2. Power Cord

Do not place the set, a piece of furniture,etc. on the
power cord(mains lead) or pinch the cord.Handle the

power cord by the plug.Do not pull out the plug by
tugging the cord and never touch the power cord
when your hands arewet as this could cause a short

circuitorelectricshock.Nevermake a knot in the cord
or tie it with other cord.The power cord should be

placed in such a way that they are not likely to be
stepped on.

A damaged power cord can causefire or giveyou an
electric shock. When it is damaged and need to be

changed, it should be done by qualified personel.

3. Moisture and Water

Donotusethisequipmentin a humid and dampplace
(avoidthe bathroom, the sink inthe kitchen, and near

the washingmachine).Do not expose this equipment
to rain or water, as thismay be dangerousand do not

place objects filled with liquids,such as flower vases
on top of the set. Avoid from dripping or splashing.

If any solid object or liquid fallsintothecabinet, unplug
the set and have it checked by qualified personnel be­fore operating it any further

4. Cleaning

Before cleaning, unplug the set from the wall outlet.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use soft and

dry cloth.

5. Ventilation

The slots and openings on the back cover are in­tended for ventilation and to ensure reliable opera­tion.Topreventoverheating,these openingsmustnot

be blocked or covered in anyway.

6. Heat and Flames

The set should not be placed near to naked flames
and sources of intense heat,such as an electric
heater. Ensurethat no nakedflame sources, such as

lighted candles, are placed on top of the set

7. Lightning

In case of storm and lightning or when going on
holiday, disconnect thepower cord from the wall out-

let.

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8. Replacement Part

Whenreplacement partsarerequired,be surethe ser­vice technician has used replacement parts which are

specified by the manufactureror have the same speci­ficationsas theoriginal one.Unauthorised substitutions

may result in fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.

9. Servicing

Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do
notremovethe cover yourselfas this may result in an

electric shock.

WARNING: When the device is not in use for a long
time, disconnect from power.

Instructions for waste disposal:

• Packaging and packaging aids are recyclable and
should principally be recycled. Packaging materi-

als, such as foil bag, must be kept away from chil­dren.

• Battery, including those which is heavy metal-free,
should not be disposed of with household waste.

Please dispose of used battery in an environmen­tally sound manner. Find out about the legal regu-

lations which apply in your area.

• Cold cathode fluoresant lamp in LCD PANEL con­tains a small amount of mercury, please follow lo-

cal ordinates or regulations for disposal.

• The mains plug is used to disconnect the TV from
the mains and therefore it shall remain readily op­erable.

Warning: To prevent injury, this device must be se­curely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with

the installation instrutions.

“The LCD panel is very high technology product with
about a million thin film transistors, giving you fine

picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels
may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue,

greenor red. Please note that thisdoes not affect the
performance of your product.”

“DONOTLEAVEYOURTVATSTAND-BYOROPER­ATINGWHENYOULEAVEYOURHOUSE”

Be sure to ground the connection properly.

Connectthe ground terminalof TV with the groundterminalprovided at thepower
outletusing the enclosed power cord. If theprovided plug does not fit your outlet,

consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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BeforeSwitching OnYour TV

Power Connection

IMPORTANT: The TV set is designed to operate on
230-240V AC, 50 Hz.

•After unpacking, allow the TV set to reach the ambi-

ent room temperature beforeyou connect the set to
themains.

ConnectionsTo The Aerial Input Socket

•Connect theaerialorcableTV plugto theAerialinput

socketlocatedat the rear of theTV and connectthe
cable plug coming out from the TV out socket lo-

catedon the devices (VCR, DVB etc.)to thissocket
as well.

VHF/UHF

REAR OF THETV

CABLE TV

Note: Remove the battery from remote control hand­set when it is not to be used for a long period. Other-

wise it can be damaged due to any leakage of bat­tery.

Switching The TV ON/OFF

To switch the TVon:

Your TV will switch on in two steps:
1- Connect the power supply cord to the system.

Press Power On/Off button.Then the TV switches
itself to stand-by mode (Optional).

2- To switch on the TV from stand-by mode either:
Press a digit button on the remote control so that a

programme number isselected,or Press the "-P/CH"
or"P/CH+" buttonon the TV or press the“P+”or “P-”

buttonontheremotecontrol,sothatlastmodeswitched
offisselected.

ByeithermethodtheTVwillswitchon.

To switch the TV off:

•Pressthe“ (stand-by)”buttonontheremotecontrol
or On/Off switch on the TV, so the TV will switch to

stand-bymode.

To powerdowntheTV completely, pressPowerOn/Off
buttonor unplugthepowercordfrom themains socket.

Navigating theMenu System

InsertingBatteries In The Remote
ControlHandset

WARNING: Remotecontrolis batteryincluded.Aplas-

tic protector is used to disconnect the batteries in
orderto prevent the battery life from reducing.Please
remove the plastic protector before the first use.

• Removethebatterycover locatedon the back of the
handset by gently pulling backwards from the indi-

cated part.

• Insert two AAA/R03 or equivalent type batteries
inside.Placethe batteriesin the right directionsand

replace the battery cover.

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For navigation

For displaying

menu options

1- Press “M” to display the menu.

” or “

2- Press “

” for more options.

“

3- Use “
4- Press “

5- To exit themenu or return from sub-menu screen,

These explanations are available for the navigation
of the wholeMenu System. Toselect options that are

explained in the following parts, refer to “Navigating
The Menu System”.

Note:Except for Install menu, other menu options will
be automatically stored when an adjustment is set.

” or “

” or “

press “M”.

” button to select an icon. Press

” button to highlight.
” buttons to change the settings.

INFO

OK

InitialSettings

When the TV is turned on for the first time, it is in the
digitalmode.

Becausethis isthe firsttimethe TV is used, thereareno
channelsstoredinthememoryandthefollowingmessage

appearsonthescreen.

Please ensure aerial is plugged in. Do you
want to start first time installation?

Yes No

• Tostart installationprocess,select “Yes”, to cancel
select“No”.

•Toselect anoption“Yesor No”,highlighttheitem by
using

or buttonsandpressthe “SELECT”button.

TheIDTVwillautomaticallytunetotheUHFtransmision
channels21 to68lookingfordigitalterrestrialTVbroad-

casts and displaying the names of channels found.
This process will take about five minutes. To cancel

searching, you can press the "M" button at any time
duringthe process.

AUTOMATIC SEARCH

Channels:

BBC ONE
BBC TWO
BBC CHOICE

Country

Language
TXT Language

AUTO PROGRAMMING SYSTEM

Ok

Cancel

By pressing “ ” or “ ” button, adjust the Country
item and press “

” or “ ” button to set “Language”. Use “ ”

Use “

” buttons to select “TXT Language” andset it

or “
by using

” to highlight “Language” item.

” or “ ” buttons. Press “OK” button to

continue:

APS is running...

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MENU

Cancel searching

After Automatic Search process is completed, the
followingmessage askingfor analogue channelsearch
appears on the screen. TV switches to the analogue

TVmode.

Do you want to search for
analogue channels?

Yes

No

To seach for analogue channels, select “Yes”. The
menubelowis displayedto search for analoguechan-

nels.

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UK

63.75 MHz

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P 03 - C 04

63.75 MHz

AfterAPS is finalized,a programmelist willappearon
the screen. In the programme list you will see the

programme numbers and names assigned to the
programmes.

Ifyoudonotacceptthelocationsand/ortheprogramme
namesof programmes,you can changethem inInsall

Menu.Fordetailssee “InstallMenu”section.

To display channellist inIDTV,switch to the IDTV via

pressing the “

TV

” button. Then press the "M"

buttonto entermain menu, Channel Listwill be high­lighted.Pressthe“SELECT”buttontoenterthemenu.