Haier HTAR14, HTAR21B, HTAF21B User Manual

HTAR21B HTAF21B HTAR14

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Table Of ContentsTable Of Contents

Before Operation

Warning and cautions.................................................................................1

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

Antenna Connection

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The remote control..................................................................................4

MENU functions

Video set up............................................................................................5

Audio set up............................................................................................5

Timer set up............................................................................................6

Function Channel Calendar

V-CHIP set up..........................................................................................8

Others

Troubleshooting guide

Specifications ...........................................................................................12

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

set up.......................................................................................6

set up.......................................................................................7

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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.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT INSIDE. IT IS DANGEROUS TO MARK ANY KIND OF CONTACT WITH ANY INSIDE PART OF THIS PRODUCT.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.

This important note is located on the rear of the cabinet.

Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer s attention to section 820-40 of the NEC which provided guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

1) Save these instructions- The safety and operation instructions should be retained for future reference.

2) All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be followed.

3) Cleaning- Unplug TV from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.Use only a damp cloth for cleaning.Exceptions: Some products are designed for uninterrupted service, eg. Cable TV converters, Unplugging such accessories may result in loss of authorization codes. In such cases, please follow instructions or unplugging such devices as provided by the accessories manufacturer.

4)Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommended by the TV manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

5) Water and moisture-Do not place this TV near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

6)Accessories - Do not place this TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The TV may fall causing serious injury to someone, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer`s, or sold with the TV. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer`s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surface may cause the appliance and Cart combination to overturn.

7) Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure overheating. These openings must not be locked in an built in installation such a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer instructions have been adhered to.

8)Power sources - This TV should be operated only from the type of power sources indicated on the electrical nameplate. If you are not sure of the type of the power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For TV`s intended to operate from battery power or other source, refer to the operation instructions.

9)Grounding or polarization - This TV is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other is). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Don`t defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

10)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 or Plugs, convenience receptacle, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

11) Out antenna grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NEPA NO.70,provided information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead in wire to antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirement for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)

12)Lightning precaution - For added protection for this TV receiver during a Lightning storm or when it is left unattended for long period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the TV due to lighting and Power line surges.

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13)Object and liquid entry - Never push objects of any kind into this TV through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage point or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.Avoid spilling liquid of any kind on the TV.

14)Servicing - Do not attempt to service the TV by yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

15)Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this TV 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 or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have been fallen into the TV. c. If the TV has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the TV does not operate normally by following the operation instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions, as improper adjustment of other control may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV to its normal operation. e. If the TV has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the TV exhibits a distinct change in performance; this indicates a need for service.

16) Replacement parts - When replacement parts a required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that the same characteristic as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.

17) Safety check - Upon completion of any service of repairs to this TV, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the TV is in proper operation condition.

18) Heat - This TV product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (Including amplifiers) that produce heat.

19) Modifications - Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the Federal Communications.

20)Clean only with a dry cloth.

21)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

22)Do not install near any hear sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

23)Do not defeat the safety purposes of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the providedplug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

24)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

25)Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

26)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

For Future Reference Please

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Model number

Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain warranty service.

Serial number

Date of purchase

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Remote Control Functions

MENU CH+

VOL-

CH-

MUTE

CCD

TV/AV

DISPLAY

EXIT

P.STD

VOL+

-/--

RECALL

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HTAR21B/HTAF21B

1. : Power on/off

2. MENU: Access/Exit Main M

3. CH+/-: Select next higher or lower channel

4. VOL+/-: Increase or decrease sound

5. CHANNEL NUMBER BUTTON: Direct channel

tuning (TV channel 02-69, CATV channel 01-125.)

6. RECALL: Return to previous channel

7. -/--: Digital Selector

8. TV/AV: TV/AV selection

9. C C D: (closed caption) On/Off

10. MUTE: Press key to Activate/deactivate Mute Function

9 10

11. P.STD: Picture Preference Select Button

12. DISPLAY: Display receiving channel

13.EXIT Exit TV Menu

3 4

1. Video: V-IN Video Input

2.A-IN/ : Audio Input/

3. TV/AV

TV/AV switching

4. Menu: Access/Exit Main M (Menu)

VOL+

5.VOL-/ :

Decrease sound/

Increase sound

HTAR14

5 6

6. CH-/CH+: Select next lower channel / Select next higher channel

7.Sensor Windows

8. Power Indicator

9.Power: Power on/off

3 4

5 6

1. Video: V-IN Video Input

2.A-IN/ : Audio Input/

3. TV/AV

TV/AV switching

4. Menu: Access/Exit Main M (Menu)

VOL+

5.VOL-/ :

Decrease sound/

Increase sound

14 15

16 18

*S-VIDEO is only aviable for the HTAR21B &HTAF21B

6. CH-/CH+: Select next lower channel / Select next higher channel

7.Power Indicator

8.Sensor Windows

9.Power: Power on/off

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Y: Y input

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CB: CB input CR: CR input ANT. IN: Antenna In

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13.AUDIOOUT() VIDEO OUT

14. A-OUT:Audio output

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16.S-VIDEO: S-Video Input

17.A-IN:Audio input

18.VIDEO IN

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

Menu Functions

Video Set Up:

Pressing MENU button once will bring the Video 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 thelevel,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. 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. Color Temp : By pressing the VOL(+/-) buttons to select the three setting A)Neutral, B)Warm, C)Cool.

Video

Picture 70

Brightness 32

Color 50 Sharpness 40 Hue 50 Color Temp. Neutral

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

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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.

Timer

Clock 17:18

Time-On 18:00 Ch. Select 1 Time-Off --:-Sleep Time 0 Remind Time --:-Ch. Switch 1

Clock: 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. Time-On: Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons to set the hour. Aftersetting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to go to minute mode and set by using VOL(+/-) buttons. 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 : Press CH( +/-) buttons to scroll to Clock, then press VOL (-/+) buttons to set the hour. Aftersetting the hour press CH( +/-) buttons to go to minute mode and et by using VOL(+/-) buttons. Sleep Time: This feature allows you to turn off television in pre-selected minutes (180,

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

Remind time: 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. 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.

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:

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

Setup

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 English Background on

Black Stretch on

VNR on C. Caption off Demo Mode

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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.

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. Channel Coverage by Antenna: Antenna Type Channel Range VHF 2-13 UHF 14-69 CATV 1-125

Channel

Channel System Auto

Antenna TV Skip off Current Ch. 2 Fine Auto Program

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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. 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.

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.

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.

Calendar

2001 11 14

OCT

OCT OCT

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:

Passsword

Password ----

Parental Lock

Parental Lock off TV Rating MPAA Rating Lock Menu Change Password

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:

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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.

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

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

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

MPAA Rating

G U

PG U

PG-B U

R U

NC-17 U

X U

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

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.

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.

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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 contains Fantasy and cartoon violence. Violence: This type of rated programs contains violence. S: This type of rated programs contains sex. L: This type of rated programs contains offensive language. D: This type of rated programs contains 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.

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