Haier 21F9K-P User Manual

USER MANUAL

Please read this manual carefully
before using this TV set and keep it
for future reference.

HTF21S32

20/21

CONTENTS

Before Operation

Basic operation

Warning and cautions..............................................................................2

Installation................................................................................................4

................................................................................4

Preparation of the remote control............................................................4

Function buttons and .........................................5

Front panel of the TV set........................................................................5

Rear panel of the TV set.........................................................................5

Using the remote control.........................................................................6

Menu

..........................................................................20

Specifications ........................................................................................21

Antenna Connection

External Connections

Functions

Connection to the external audio and video equipment....................19

Troubleshooting guide

.......................................................................................9

Others

Warranty ............................................................................................... 22

Important safety Instructions

22

Cleaning the tube

Should the picture tube require cleaning, disconnect the power and use a dry soft cotton cloth. Do not
use any cleaner or abrasive cloths.

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.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

Uninsulated Dangerous Voltage, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock, is present within the cabinet of this unit.

ATTENTION

The Owner's Manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions. For
your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

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

3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.

6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may

cause hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,

in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.

The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable

operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit
should not be placed in a built-in installations such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer=s instructions have been adhered to.

Important safety Instructions

10. POWER SOURCES

This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are

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

11. 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.

12. LIGHTNING

To protect your unit 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 unit due to lightning and power line surges.

13. 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.

14. OVERLOADING

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

15. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, 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 into the unit.

16. SERVICING

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

17. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug this unit 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 unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the unit to its normal operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f . When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

18. 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.

19. SAFETY CHECK

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

20. HEAT

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

21. CONNECTING

When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the
equipment from the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal
injury. Read the owner's manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when
making any connections.

22. SOUND VOLUME

Reduce the volume to the minimum level before you turn on the product. Otherwise, sudden high

volume sound may cause hearing or speaker damage.

(SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS)

Installation

Antenna connection

Generally speaking, to enjoy a clearer picture, we recommend that you use a CATV
system or an outdoor antenna .In different places, the suitable antenna type and position
may vary.

Preparation for the remote control

Battery installation

Tips for remote operation

Remove the battery cover.

! When the remote control will not be used for a long period of time or when the
batteries are worn out, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.

! Do not throw the batteries into fire. Dispose of used batteries in the specified
manner.

! Do not drop, dampen or disassemble the remote control.

Insert two size AA batteries matching
the +/-polarities of the battery to the +/­marks inside the battery compartment.

!

!

AC power socket

Mixer
(not incl.)

Note:
* It is recommended that a 75 ohm coaxial antenna is used to avoid
interference.
*To avoid interference from electrical signals, do not bind the antenna
cable together with any mains lead.

2x "AA"

Antenna/ CATV input

75 standard

coaxial type

Function Buttons and External
Connections

Rear panel of the TV set

Front panel the TV set

Video C Input terminal

B

Video Y Input terminal

Video Input terminal

Antenna Input socket

Video C Input terminal

R

Audio Input terminal

S-VIDEO input terminal

Video Output terminal

Audio Output terminal

Power Switch

Menu

TV/AV
Switching

Volume up/ down

Channel Position up/down

Audio Input
terminal

Power Indicator

Signal Receiver

Video Iutput
terminal

Using the Remote Control

Buttons on the remote control

MUTE SCAN

SLEEP

ZOOM

CALL

TV/AV

P.STD

SWAP

S.STD

CH+

CH-

VOL- VOL+

MENU

PICTURE

SOUND

TIME

TUNE

FUNCTION

EXIT

Program scan
Mute
Zoom function
MTS selection
Program number
Digital selector
Picture mode
Volume selection
Picture menu
Time menu
Function menu
Exit screen display
Tune menu
Sound menu
Menu selection / adjustment
Channel selection
(No available)

Last Channel Recall Button

Call screen display
TV/AV exchange
Stand by
Sleep Time

Remote Features
Power Button:
To turn power ON or OFF , press power button on remote control.

System and Channel Display Button:
This will show you the current channel number. System will also
be displayed if set.

Sleep Timer Button
This feature allows you to turn off the television in pre-selected

minutes (180.170,160, ........,10 and 0). To cancel, keep

pressing button until you exit out.

TV/AV input Button:
This button has five setting A)Video1, B)Video 2,C)DVD,D)TV .
Pressing this button will cycle you through each option.

Mute Button:
Press mute button to turn off the TV volume.

Direct Access Channel Select & digital selector:
Follow the procedure select the channel.
One Digit Channel Select:
When you want to select one digit channel ,press 0 and other
digit.
Two Digit Channel Select:
When you want to select two-digit channel. Press the digit
select button twice , then enter the two digits .
Three Digit Channel Select:
When you want to select a three digit channel .Press the digit
select twice , then enter the three digits .

TV/AV

MUTE

CALL

SLEEP

CH+

CH-

VOL- VOL+

MENU

Channel (+/-) Select Button:
You can go up and down the channels by pressing CH (+)
button and CH (-) button. This button can also be used in adjusting the functions in

Menu Select Button:
You can select the menu by pressing the MENU button. You
can call on the menu (PICTURE, TIME, TUNE andFUNCTION)
by pressing the corresponding button on the remote control.

the Menu Mode.

Volume (+/-) Select Button:
You can increase the volume by pressing VOL (+) button and
decrease VOL(-) button.This button can also be used in adjusting the function
selections in the Menu Mode.

Picture Preference Select Button:
By pressing this exclusive personal preference button, you can
select different preset brightness shades for various viewing
environments.

P.STD

Program Scan Button:
This feature automatically scans the available channels.
Pressing it again stops the channel scanning.

SCAN

System and Channel Display Cancel Button:
This button allows you to turn off the channel display and exit
system menus.

EXIT

Last Channel Recall Button:
This feature allows you to recall the previously viewed channel.

TIME

Time Menu Button:
When pressed it displays Time Menu Screen.

SWAP

Menu Functions

Video Set Up:

Pressing MENU button once will bring the Picture Set Up menu on the TV.
The following is shown on your TV screen:

Follow the procedure below to adjust the picture quality of your choice:

1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.

2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to increase and decrease the level to your
preference for each item.

Adjustment of Picture Quality:

To adjust the picture quality from the factory preset read the following:

Picture: By increasing the level. It will adjust white areas of picture and by decreasing
the level , it will adjust black areas of picture.
Brightness: By increasing the level, it will add more light to dark parts of the picture
and by decreasing the level, it will add more dark to light parts of the picture.
Color: By increasing the level. It will adjust the low and the high level of the picture.
Sharpness: By increasing the level, it will show cleaner and clearer images and by
decreasing the level, it will make picture smoother.
Color Temp : By pressing the VOL(+/-) buttons to select the three setting A)Neutral,
B)Warm,C)Cool.
Hue: You can adjust the tint of the picture by going into picture set up menu. By
decreasing the level, it will give red tint to skin color and by increasing the color
it will give green tint to skin color.

Picture 70

Color 50
Sharpness 40
Hue 50
Color Temp. Neutral

Brightness 32

Video

Information to user:This television receiver is equipped with
close caption decoder and parental blocking technology as
required by the FCC.

Audio Set Up:

By pressing MENU button ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) button it will bring you to Audio
Set Up display. You will see the following menu on your TV screen:

Follow the procedure below to adjust the sound quality:

Press VOL (+) button to increase and VOL (-)button to decrease the level to your
preference.

Audio

Volume 45

Timer Set Up:

By pressing MENU button ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) button it will bring you to Timer
Set Up display. You will see the following menu on your TV screen:

Follow the procedure below to select one of the above options:

1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.

2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to select your preference.

Clock:

Time-On:

Ch. Select: This exclusive feature switches you to your favorite channel at the
appropriate set time. Press VOL(+) and VOL(-) buttons to select the channel.
Time-Off :

Sleep Time: This feature allows you to turn off television in pre-selected minutes (180,

170,160, ........,10 and 0).

Remind time:

Ch. Switch: This feature lets you store your favorite channel. Once you store the
channel number in this function, when the set time is up, it will switch over
to the set channel. This feature is used with the Exchange feature. Press
VOL(+) or VOL(-) button to select the channel.

Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons to set
the hour after setting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to go to minute mode and
set by using VOL(+/-) buttons.

Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons to
set the hour after setting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to go to minute mode
and set by using VOL(+/-) buttons.

Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons to
set the hour after setting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to go to minute mode
and et by using VOL(+/-) buttons.

Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons
to set the hour after setting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to go to minute mode
and set by using VOL(+/-) buttons.

Timer

Time-on 18:00
Ch. Select 1
Time-off --:-­Sleep Time 0
Remind Time --:-­Ch. Switch 1

Clock 17:18

Follow the procedure below to select one of the above options:

1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.

2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to increase and decrease the level to your
preference for each item.

Language: Use VOL(+/-) to select the OSD in either English, French or Spanish.
Background: Press the VOL (+/-) buttons to select between Background ON or
Background OFF. When the Background ON function is chosen, a moving
"NO SIGNAL" sign will be displayed if there is no input signal to the set.
Black Stretch: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to turn the Black Stretch feature on or off.
When the Black Stretch function is on the screen automatically increases the
contrast range.
VNR: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to turn the VNR function on or off. VNR is a term for
Video Noise Reduction, a built-in device on the set that reduces video noise
interference so the viewer is assured a clear picture.
C.Caption: Press VOL (+/-) buttons to select the Closed Caption options. Closed
Captioning helps the hearing impaired with the broadcast program, as well as
helping children learn how to read. A built in decoder displays the audio portion
of a program as text on the screen when this option is selected.

OFF: When OFF is displayed on TV means C.Caption is turned off.
CC1: When Cc1displays on TV means C.Caption is turned on.
CC2 to CC4: For other modes of video related broadcast information.
T1: For program guide and other information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks a large portion of the picture on your screen).
T2 to T4 :For other modes of information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks a large portion of the picture on your screen).

Note: Select CC1 for full translation of the primary language such as English in your
area. Select Cc2 for secondary language translation such as Spanish or any other
language that may be broadcast in your area.

Function Set Up:

By pressing the MENU button, and then pressing VOL-/+ button will bring you to
Function Set Up menu. You will see the following menu on your screen:

Setup

Language English
Background on

VNR on
Fade off
C. Caption off
Demo mode

Black Stretch on

Setup

Language English
Background on

VNR on
Fade off
C. Caption off
Demo mode

Black stretch on

Fade: The FADE control allows for the picture tube to warm up and gently turn on,
which can help prolong the life of the picture tube.

Demo mode: This will display the main functions of the TV set.

Channel set up:

By pressing MENU button ,and then pressing VOL-/+ button it will bring you to
Channel Set Up. You will see the following display on TV screen.

Follow the procedure below to select above options:

1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.

2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to select your preference.

Channel System: Press the VOL(-/+) buttons to select the correct channel system.
In general, you can set it as "AUTO" AUTO,NTSC and NTSC443 will
display in turn
Antenna: Press VOL (+) button or VOL(-) button to select TV or CATV.
Skip :Press VOL(+) button or VOL(-) button to add or delete the channel from the
stored memory.
Current Ch. : Press VOL(+) button to go up and VOL (-) button to go down to set the
channel position. The display will show the current playing channel.
Channel Coverage by Antenna:
Antenna Type Channel Range
VHF 2-13
UHF 14-69
CATV 1-125
Fine: If the picture and/or sound are poor, try using the FINE TUNE feature.
Do not use this feature unless reception is poor. Press VOL (+/-) to start the Fine
Tune function.
Auto Program: Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to auto program in channels.
This search automatically adds only the active channels in your area to the TV's
memory. It deletes any channels on which there is no broadcast or a poor signal.
Note: The Auto Search function will scan the channels on the selected antenna
input. If the TV is connected to cable, please select Cable under Antenna.

Channel

Antenna TV
Skip off
Current Ch. 2
Fine
Auto Program

Channel System Auto

Calendar:

Your TV has been designed with a calendar. By pressing MENU button ,and then
pressing VOL-/+ button it will bring you to Calendar. You will see the following
display on TV screen.

Calendar

OCT

OCT

OCT

Follow the procedure below to adjust the Calendar :

1. +/- buttons Press the CH to select the year item, the month item or the date item.

2. Press the VOL-/+buttons to change calendar setup (1901.1.1-2099.12.31).

3. Press EXIT button to exit the calendar mode.

Solar 2001 11 14

V-CHIP Set UP:

Press the MENU Button on your remote control to go to Password menu, then input
the password (0000). It will bring Parental Lock set up display on the screen. You
will see the following menu on your screen:

This function enables you to block certain TV channels in accordance to the V-CHIP
requirement established by the FCC.

To set the V-CHIP function:
Select the TV Rating option. You will see the TV Rating menu on your TV screen:

1.Press CH(+/-) button to go up and down the menu.

2. Press VOL(+/-) button to go into TV Rating and Movie Rating menus.

3.Press MENU button to set the Parent lock ON and Parent lock OFF.
When TV rating is selected, you will see the following rating table on your TV screen.

Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu,then press VOL(+)
button to select "B"or"U".

Rating FV

TV-Y

TR-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

D L S V

U U U U

U U U U

U U U

Parental Lock

Parental Lock off
TV Rating
MPAA Rating
Lock Menu
Change Password

Passsword

Password ----

U

U

U

U

U

U

>

U

When Movie rating is selected, you will see the following rating table on your TV
screen.

PARENT LOCK OFF means the lock function is turned off . If the PARENT LOCK
is in "OFF" mode then V-CHIP function will not be active to accept the V-CHIP
signal.

PARENT LOCK ON means the lock function is turned on. If the lock is in the "ON"
mode then V-CHIP function is activated to accept the V-CHIP signal.

Password

The "Default Password" preset by the manufacturer is "0000" . If you want to change
the preset password to your own password, just choose any four digits that can be
easily remembered and set. Once you set password for a particular channel, that
channel will be blocked. This channel can only be accessed with the password.

MPAA Rating

G U

PG U

R U

NC-17 U

X U

PG-B U

LOCK Menu

AV LOCK:When it is set ON,you can not use the AV.
PROGRAM LOCK:When it is set ON,the current channel is locked,you can not see
the program of this channel.

Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu,then press VOL(+)
button to select "B"or"U".

V-Chip Technology:

The "V-Chip Technology" allow you to use U.S. And Canada Movies and TV
PROGRAMS Guide ratings to block certain types of TV programs and movies.

To understand clearly about TV programs rating codes, read the following list:

U.S. TV Program Ratings
NR: Not Rated-this means that programs are not rated or rating does not apply.
TV-Y:For all children-this type of rated programs are designed for a very young
audience, including children from ages 2-6.

TV-Y7:Directed for older children - this type of rated programs may include comedic
violence of mild physical, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-G:General Audience-this type of rated programs contains little or no
violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-PG:Parental Guidance Suggested-this type of rated programs may contain
limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations, and rare
language.
TV-14:Parents strongly cautioned-this type of rated programs may contain sexual
content, strong language and more intense violence.
TV-MA:Mature audience only-this type of rated programs may contain sexual
violence, explicit sexual content and profane language.
FV: This type of rated programs contain Fantasy and cartoon violence.
Violence: This type of rated programs contain violence.
S: This type of rated programs contain sex.
L: This type of rated programs contain offensive language.
D: This type of rated programs contain dialogue with sexual content.

To understand clearly about movies rating codes, read the following list:

U.S. Movies Rating Chart

NR: This means movie is not rated yet. It is pending government rating approval.

G:General Audience-this type of movie rating means all ages admitted to see the

movie.

PG-13:Parents Strongly Cautioned - this type of movie rating means some material

may not be appropriate for children under13.

R:Restricted- This type of movie rating means children under 17 of age requires to

be with parent or guardian.

NC-17:This type of movie rating means no one 17 and under admitted.

X:This type of movie rating means adults only.

To understand clearly about Canadian programs rating codes, read the
following list:

Canadian English Rating Chart
E:Exempt - this type of rated programs contain news, sports, documentaries, talk
shows, music videos, and variety of other programs.
C:This type of rated programs are intended for children under age 8. There is no
offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
C8+:This type of rated programs generally considered acceptable for children 8
years and over. There is no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
G: This type of rated programs generally suitable for all audiences.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested -in this type of rated programs, some material
may not be suitable for children.
14+:In this type of rated programs, some content may not be suitable for viewers
under the age of 14.Parents are strongly cautioned not to have their children
view 14+ rated programs by pre-teens and early teens.
18:Adults Only-this type of rated programs are only for adult viewers only.

Connecting the TV set to the other video and audio equipment

Connecting to the other video and audio equipment

You can connect the DVD,VCR and stereo system to the output to enjoy a
higher quality of picture and sound effect.

Laser DVD with output terminal

To audio output

To audio input

To video input

DVD, VCD or other units

DVD, VCD or other units

Audio output

Video output

an additional TV

Troubleshooting guide

To assist in location possible faults use help guide below.

BREAKDOWN PHENOMENON

PICTURE

SOUND

CHECKING

The aerial direction and connection

Ensure that the power supply is connected to
the TV set and turned on. Also ensure that the
TV set is not in "Listen Mode" or that the
brightness and contrast are not turned down.

Adjust colour control

Adjust channel again

Colour Purity is a fault that can be caused by moving the
TV set, placing magnets near the TV screen or turning
on/off house hold appliances such as vacuum cleaners
near the TV set. Turn the TV off with the main power
switch for 15 minutes. When the power is turned on
again the TV set will automatically degauss the picture.
In severe cases leave the TV set turned off over night.

Picture with snow

Noise

Colour Spot

Normal volume

Scramble

Normal or Weak Volume

No colour Normal volume

No Picture No sound

No soundNormal

Normal

Disturb

Noise

Double or Triple Image

Note:

1.If the fault can not be corrected using the above guide consult with your local authorized service
center.

2.The TV set must only be repaired by a qualified registered service person. Never attempt to
remove the back cover as TV set has dangerous voltages inside that may cause a fatality or fire.

3. The cabinet may produce the occasional "snapping sound" This is normal and caused by the
materials in the cabinet expanding with room temperature changes.

Electrical interference which can be caused by cars,
motorbikes etc, Fluorescent lamps and dirty
insulators on overhead power cables.

This is called "ghosting" and can be minimized with
an outside aerial, and good quality cable and
terminations. Altering the aerial direction can also
minimize this effect.

Volume Sound mute

Specifications

Specifications

The specifications offered you here are for reference only. With product improvement
there may be some differences between the description and the final product.

NTSC

AC 110V-240V 50/60Hz

M

70W

Picture tube

Model

Colour system

Sound system

Sound output power

Power requirements

Power consumption

Dimension WDH

HTF21S32

2X2W 10% THD

20/21 color picture tube

NOTE

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Dimensions quoted in this manual are approximate.

22.7inch x 18.7inch x 18.0inch

Warranty Information

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

Haier

HTF21S32

AC 110V-240V~, 50/60Hz