Haier L55B2181 Owner's Manual

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L55B2181

WARNING: The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

WARNING: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

Safety Instructions

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rule. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, use and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful int

erference to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage 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 into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. *Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device compiles with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This dev

ice may be not cause harmful interference.

(2)

this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation. FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance and possible undesirable interference, the provided ferrite cores must be used wh en connecting this display to v ideo equipment; and mai ntain at least 15.7” spacing to other peripheral device.

CANADIA

NNOTICE:

This Class B digital apparatus compiles with Canadi

an ICES-003.

FCC STATEMENT

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Date of purchase

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Contents

Warning Safety Instructions

Unit and Accessories Product Features

Introduction

1. Front View

2. Rear View

4. Base Stand Assembly Instructions

Connection

Basic Operation

OSD Menu

1. Picture menu

2. Audio menu

3. Time menu

4. Setup menu

5. Lock menu

6. Channel menu

Simple Troubleshooting

Warranty

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8Instruction for Wall Mount.3

Contents

6. Remote Control

5. Remote Control Installing Batteries

Unit and Accessories and Product Feature

Unit and Accessories

TV set

User's manual

Remote control Batteries: 2xAAA

Product Features

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Introduction

1. Front View

1). (IR) Infrared Receiver: Receives IR signals from the remote control. (Power on/Standby)LED Indicator: Press POWER to turn on and off.

Indicator on(Red) Standby mode Indicator on(Green) Power on mode

2). The functions of the buttons:

INPUT: Press to change the input source.

MENU: Press to display the OSD (on screen display) menu,

press again to exit the menu.

VOL+/-: Press to adjust the volume.

The effective receiving range for the signal is up to 30 feet from the front of the remote control window, and 30

to the left or right side and 200 above or below the remote control

window.

Led Indicator Remote Control window

(Keep clear)

POWER/STANDBY:Turn on/off (standby) the

TV set.

CH / : Press to scan through channels.

Introduction

2. Rear View

AC POWER IN : Connect the power cable to a wall outlet.

USB: Insert USB storage device to the USB port to view JPEG photos, or listen to MP3 music.

This port is also used for software updates.

HDMI1/2/3 : Connect the source(s) for digital video such as a Blu-ray player, video game console,

or set top box through this all digital connector.

VGA: Connect a VGA (D-sub 15) cable from the 15-pin VGA connector on your PC. PC audio: Connect an audio cable from the audio output or headphone jack of your PC.

Component

AV IN (Composite)

Coax: Digital audio output.

Headphone: Connect headphones. When it is inserted to the jack, the integrated speakers will

be muted.

YPbPr: Connect the component video cables from a device, such as a DVD Player or cable box.

Use red for Pr, blue for Pb, and green for Y.

VIDEO: Connect the cable for composite video from a device, such as a DVD player, VCR, or

camcorder.

RF IN: Connect to an antenna or digital cable (out-of-the-wall, not from Cable Box) for Digital TV.

R/L in: Connect the audio cables from the component video device. Use red for right audio (R)

and white for left audio (L).

R/L in: Connect the audio cables from the composite video device. Use red for right audio (R)

and white for left audio (L).

RF IN

AC POWER IN

USB HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3

COAX

VIDEO

AV IN

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUT R/L:

Connect the audio cables to an external audio device, such as a sound bar or sterco system. Use red for right audio (R) and white for left audio (L).

Introduction

Dimensions for Mounting Hole Pattern

A wall mount kit (purchased separately) will allow you to mount your TV on the wall. For detailed information on installing the wall mount, refer to the instructions provided by the wall mount manufacturer. It is strongly recommended to contact a technician

for professional assistance for wall mount installation.

HAIER is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others resulting from wall-mounting.

- This TV is compatible with a 600mm x 200mm mounting hole pattern.

- Do not mount your TV at more than a 15 degree tilt.

- Always use at least two people to mount the TV to a wall.

- Do not install your Wall Mount Kit while your TV is turned on. It may result in personal injury due to electric shock.

- 4 pcs of type M8 screws are required for installing the wall mount bracket to your TV. Do not use screws that are longer than 15 mm. Screws that are too long may cause damage to the inside of the TV set.

- Do not fasten the screws too tight for this may damage the TV or cause the TV to fall, resulting in personal injury. HAIER is not liable for these kinds of incidents

3. Instruction for Wall Mount

- We suggest that you keep your TV at least 2.36 inches (60 mm) from the wall to prevent cable interference.

- Before mounting your TV on the wall, you need to remove the base if you attached it.

- For your safety, please use only with UL listed wall mount brackets with minimum weight of the TV without stand (83lbs).

600mm

200mm

Introduction

5. Remote Control Installing Batteries

1). Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote control.

2). Insert two 1.5V AAA size batteries observing the polarity markings inside the battery compartment. Don’t mix di

fferent types or used batteries with new ones.

3). Close the cover.

- The remote control should be operated within 23 feet (7m) and 30

to the left and right of the

IR receiver at the front of the TV.

- Used batteries should be disposed of properly

4. Base Stand Assembly Instructions

Note: the pictures below are only for reference

1. Put the stand on the TV set

2. Screw the stand in the positions with the screws supplied (6 x M4 x 12).

Parts

needed for base stand assembly

Installation

(Gently place the TV face down on a soft, flat surface, such as a blanket, foam, or cloth.)

Rear cabinet of TV

Screws:6 x M4 x 12 (supplied)

TV stand

Screws: 6xM4x12

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunlight or fire.

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Battery Compartment Cover

2 x AAA Battery

Introduction

6. Remote Control

The remote control is using infrared (IR) signals. Point it towards the front of the

TV. The remote

control may not work correctly if it is operated out of range (see previous page).

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ENTER

DISPLAY

FAVOR ITE

CH.LIST

PICTURE

AUDIO

ARC

CCD

MTS/SAP

SLEEP

INPUT

ETUMUNEM

EXIT

RECALL

USB

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REPEAT

REV FWD

GUIDE

1. POWER(red button): Turn the TV on/off (standby).

22. DISPLAY : Press to show the information about the input source, such as TV channel

information, display resolution, current time, etc.

2. PICTURE: Press to select the available video picture modes: Standard, Mild, Custom, Vivid, Power Saving.

7. SLEEP: Press to set the sleep timer: (off / 5 / 10 / 15 / 30

/ 45 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 / 240 mins). The TV will automatically turn off (standby mode) after the selected period of time passes.

24. CH.LIST: Press to display the channel list.

8. Numercal Keys: Press to enter a TV channel number

within 2 seconds.

9. INPUT: Press to show the input source list. Use the up and

down arrow keys to select a source, and then press the ENTER key.

11. MUTE: Press to mute the sound. Press again or

press VOL+ to unmute.

13. VOLUME+/- : Press to adjust the volume.

12. CHANNEL+/- : Press to scan through the channels.

10. MENU: Press to display the OSD (on screen display) menu.

25. FAVORITE : Press to show the Favorite Channel List. Use the up and down arrow keys to

select a channel, and then press ENTER.

12/13. Arrow Keys( < > ): Allows you to navigate the

14. ENTER : CONFIRM button.

15. EXIT: Press to exit the OSD menu.

18. PLAY/PAUSE

: Press to play/pause music or photo slideshow in USB mode.

20. STOP: Press to stop playing music or to return to the file list while a photo is displayed.

21. Reverse, Fast forward, Preview, Next: Use these buttons to control music/photo playback.

3. CCD: Press to display the closed captions.

4. ZOOM: Press to select the zoom mode (aspect ratio

control): Normal, Zoom, Wide, Cinema.

6. MTS/SAP: For analog TV, press to switch the sound mode:

Stereo, SAP or Mono. For digital TV, press to switch the audio language if the TV program provides an alternative.

5. AUDIO: Press to select the sound mode: Standard, Music,

Theater, Custom.

16. RECALL: Return to the previous channel viewed.

17. USB: Press to enter the USB mode.

19. REPEAT: Press to turn repeat on/off in USB music mode.

23. GUIDE: Press to display the Electronic Program Guide.

RF IN

COAX

VIDEO

AV IN

AUDIO OUT

Connection

Antenna (RF) Connection

Power Cord Connection

Coaxial Antenna Cable

Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input source menu, use the

Ĥĥ



buttons

to select

TV，

and then press the ENTER

- Connect the TV to a wall outlet using the included AC power cord.

- When you connect the power cord, the TV

enters

into standby mode and the LED indicator

on the front of the TV will be is red.

- Turn on the TV by pressing the POWER roVTn theonottub

remote control, and the LED

indicator will become green.

Wall jack with F-Connector

External Antenna

RF IN

AC POWER IN

Note: It is recommended to unplug the TV if it will not be used for a long time, such as during a vacation.

button to confirm.You will need to perform a

channel scan to be able to view TV channels. Please see the auto scan section on page 20.

RF IN

COAX

VIDEO

AV IN

AUDIO OUT

RF IN

COAX

VIDEO

AV IN

AUDIO OUT

AV Input Connection

Note: All cables shown are not included with the TV.

- Connect the VIDEO and AUDIO output jacks on the DVD player or VCR to the

AV IN jacks on

the TV set using RCA cables.

- Match the jack's colors: Video=yellow, Audio left=White, Audio right=red.

- Turn on the DVD player/VCR, and select “AV” in the input source menu.

RCA Video Cable RCA Audio Cable

RCA Audio Cable

DVD player or VCR

YPbPr (Component) Connection

Note: All cables shown are not included with the TV.

- Connect the YPbPr output jacks on the DVD player or VCR to the

YPbPr input jacks on the TV

set component video (YPbPr) cable.The picture quality is improved compared to the video

(composite) input.

- Match the jacks colors: Y=Green, Pb=Blue, Pr=red.

- Connect the audio output jacks on the DVD player or VCR to the audio input jacks on the back of the TV with a RCA audio cable.

- Turn on the DVD player or VCR, and select “Component ” in the input source menu.

DVD player or VCR

Component Video (YPbPr) Cable

Y Pb Pr

Connection

USB HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3

HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3

VIDEO

HDMI Connection

PC Connection

Note: All cables shown are not included with the TV.

DVD player

- Connect the HDMI port on the DVD player to the HDMI port on the back of the TV with a HDMI

- Turn on the DVD player, and select “HDMI1/2/3” in the input source menu. A/V

interface that supports uncompressed audio and video

- Connect the VGA port on the PC to the VGA port on the back of the TV with a VGA(D-sub 15)

cable.

- Connect the audio output or headphone jack on the PC to the PC AUDIO jack on the back of

the TV with a 3.5mm audio cable.

- Turn on the PC, and select “VGA” in the input source menu.

- If you are using a sound card, adjust the PC sound as required.

- Set the video resolution of your PC to 1024x768, 60Hz on its original monitor. It is recommended that you make the connections between

the TV and your PC, and then switch on the TV before booting the PC.

You can now set your preferred resolution from the choice supported. See the table of supported resolutions on the right.

1920 x 1080, 60Hz

HDMI cable

VGA cable

audio cable (3.5mm)

Connection

cable.

VGA

Basic Operation

Power on/off

1. Connect the TV to a wall outlet using the included AC power cord.

2.-To turn on the TV Press the POWER button on the TV or remote control.

-To turn off the TV Press the POWER button on the TV or remote control.

Input Source select

Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input source menu, and use theĤ/

the remote control to select the input source. Press the ENTER button on the remote control to switch to the selected input.

Note: Before you select the input source, make sure the connections are properly connected.

Component

HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3

VGA USB

INPUT SOURCE

buttons on

Basic OSD Menu operation

Main menu

Picture, Audio, Time, Setup, Lock, Channel

Submenu

(Picture menu shown as an example)

Buttons

Use the buttons listed here to navigate the OSD menu.

Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu as shown below:

Use the=!/? buttons to select the main menu, and press the ĥ!button to enter the submenu.

In the submenu, use the Ĥ/ĥ buttons to select the function item. Adjust ("Contrast" shown in above example） with the=!/? buttons; Select ("Picture Mode" as shown in above example ) with the =!/? buttons; Enter the submenu ("Close Caption" item in Setup menu for example) with ?!button. * (Press the MENU button to return to the upper menu.) * (Press the EXIT

button to exit the menu display.)

Note1: Some options can only be accessed in certain modes.

OSD Menu

1. Picture menu

Picture mode: Select between Standard, Mild, Custom, Vivid and Power saving.

You may select the picture mode directly by pressing the PICTURE button on the remote

control.

Contrast: Control the difference between the bright and dark regions of the picture. Brightness: Adjust brightness of the picture. Color: Adjust the amount of color in the picture. Tint: Adjust the tint (color tone) of the picture. Sharpness: Color Temp.: Select between Normal, Cool and Warm.

Description

When there is no TV signal, you can set the background color to blue.Blue Screen:

120Hz: Set the 120Hz refresh rate: Normal, Strong and Off .

2. Audio menu

Description

OSD Menu

Sound Mode: Select your desired picture mode as follow: Standard, Music, Theater and Custom. Bass: Adjust the bass (low frequency audio). Treble: Adjust the treble (high frequency audio). Balance: Left and right stereo audio channels balance. Surround: Activate or deactivate the surround sound function.

SPDIF Type: Select SPDIF type: PCM or RAW. Audio Language: Select the audio language.

Sound Mode Bass Treble Balance Surround

SPDIF Type Audio Language

Standard

English

50 50 50

Off

PCM

Auto Volume Leveler

AVL:

Auto volume level control.

3. Time menu

Description

Sleep timer: Set the sleep timer: (off / 5 / 10 / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 / 240 mins). The

TV will automatically turn off (standby mode) after the selected period of time passes.

Time zone:

Clock: The time is set automatically, and you cannot manually adjust the time.

OSD Menu

Daylight Saving Time (Could only be activated in DTV mode): Turn on/off daylight saving time.

Select your time zone: Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific, Alaska, or Hawaii.

4. Setup menu

Menu Language: Select the OSD menu language. Zoom Mode: Select the zoom mode: Normal, Zoom, Wide, or

Cinema.

Noise reduction: Select the noise reduction mode: Weak,

Middle, or Strong.

PC SETUP: If the video input signal comes from your PC, you may

adjust the V-Position, H-Position, Clock, Phase or

perform an

Auto adjustment. Menu shown in the image on the right.

Closed Caption:

CC Mode: Select the CC Mode: On, Off and CC on Mute. Menu

shown in the image on the right.

Basic Selection: Select the analog TV captions:

CC1, CC2, CC3,

CC4, Text1, Text2, Text3 or Text4.

Advanced Selection: Select the digital TV captions

: Service1,

Option: Customize the font, style, color, etc. of the captions.

Restore Default: Restore all settings to the factory default settings.

Overs Scan: Turn on/off the over scan function.

Description

OSD Menu

Service2, Service3 Service4, Service 5 or Service 6.

5. Lock menu

You must enter the password to gain access to the Lock menu. The default password is 0000. You may modify the following options:

Change password:

it. Note: Do not forget the password. System Lock: Allows you to turn on or off the system lock. If deactivated, the functions described below will not be activated.

US:

TV:

Use the

Ĥ0ĥ

buttons to select the desired rating and

press the ?

button to block or unblock.

MPAA: The Movie rating (MPAA) is used for movies rated by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) as broadcasted on cable TV and not edited for television.

Use the

Ĥ0ĥ

button to select N/A, G,

PG, PG-13, R, NC-17 or X.

Canada:

Canada English: Select : E, C, C8+, G, PG, 14+ and 18+. Canada French: Select : E, G, 8ans+, 13ans+, 16ans+ and

18ans+.

Reset RRT: Allows you to reset the RRT setting.

Description

OSD Menu

This option menu allows you to block programming based on the TV or MPAA rating.

6. Channel menu

Air/Cable: Select Air or Cable.

If you selet “Cable”, the following items(Favorite, Show/Hide, Channel NO, Channel Label and DTV Signal) will be unavailable. Auto Scan: Enter the Auto Scan menu to start auto scan. See

If you select “Cable” as the input signal

you can also select

Auto, STD, IRC and HRC.

Use the

button to highlight “Start to Scan”, then press the

button to

The receivable channels will be stored automatically.

When searching channels, press MENU to stop.

If you select “Air” as the input signal,

you

can press the

button to search the channels automatically.

The receivable channels will be stored automatically.

When searching channels, press MENU to stop. NOTE: It may take a while to auto scan in "Air" mode, please wait patiently.

Favorite: Add/remove channels to/from the favorite channels list.

Use the

Ĥ0ĥ

button to highlight the desired item, then press

the ENTER button to add or remove the highlighted channel as

a favorite. See image on the right.

Description

OSD Menu

the Cable System:

search the channels automatically

image on the right.

Show/Hide: Allow you to show or hide the channels.

Use the

Ĥ0ĥ

button to highlight the desired item, then press

the ENTER

button to show or hide the highlighted channel.

Channel No.: Show and select the channel.

Channel Label: Change the label (name) of a channel.

Press the

=!0!?!

button to select the position , and press the

Ĥ0ĥ

button to select the

letter.

DTV Signal: Shows the quality of the digital signal: Good, Normal, Bad.

OSD Menu

7. USB mode

Description

OSD Menu

1). Insert a USB device.

2). Press the USB button on the remote control, the

TV will search for the device automatically,

and

display the menu shown below.

Note: You could enter the USB menu by selecting the USB source in the input source menu. Operation:

1. Press the < > buttons

to select Photo files or Music files.

2. Press the ġĢ buttons to select a file or folder, and press the ENTER button to play the file

Operation buttons

: Play or pause.

: Stop.

: Next chapter

: Previous chapter

: Fast forword

: Reverse

REPEAT: Press to change the programing mode.

or open the folder.

Simple Troubleshooting

If the display fails or performance dramatically deteriorates check the Display in accordance with the following instructions.Remember to check the peripherals to pinpiont the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact customer assistance: 1-877-337-3639.

No power

- Check all connections to the TV.

- Press either the power button or the Standby button on the Remote control.

No picture or sound

- Ensure that the TV is plugged in and the power is on.

- Ensure that the aerial is connected.

- Try a different program.

Poor picture quality

- Check the aerial connections.

- Check that the channel is tuned in properly.

- Adjust the picture settings: brightness, color, sharpness, contrast, hue.

- Make sure that the TV is not located close to electrical appliances that may emit radio frequency interference.

No color

- Adjust the color setting.

- Check that the program is broadcast in color.

- Check that the channel is tuned properly.

TV does not respond to remote control

- Check that there are no obstructions between the remote control and the TV.

- Check that the remote control is within range of the TV.

- Check that the batteries in the remote control and not weak or exhausted.

Warranty

This Haierbrand product, when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees thatit will, at its option, eitherrepair the defect or replace the defectiveproduct with a new or re-manufactured equivalent at no changeto the purchaser, for parts or labor forthe periods set forth below:

This warranty does not apply tothe appearance of the product or theexterior of the product,which has been damaged or defaced, alteredor modified in design or construction. Itdoes not apply to the additional excluded items set forth below:

The warranty commences on the datethe item waspurchased and the original purchase receiptmust be presented tothe authorized service center before warranty repairs are rendered.

The limitedwarranty described herein isin addition towhatever implied warranties may be grantedto purchasers by law.ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIESINCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE LIMITEDTO THE PERIOD(s) FROMTHE DATE O

F PURCHASE SET FORTHBELOW. Some states do not allow limitationson how long an implied warranty lasts,so the above limitation may not applyto you.

Neither thesales personnel of theseller nor any otherperson is authorized to make any warranties otherthan those described herein, or toextend the duration o

f any warranties beyond the time perioddescribed herein on behalf ofHaier.

The warrantiesdescribed herein shall bethe sole andexclusive warranties granted by Haier and shall be the soleand exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defectsin the manner and for theperiod of time described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all abilities and

Responsibility of Haierto the purchaserwith respect tothe product, and shall const

itute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict duality orotherwise. In no eventshall Haier be liable,or in any way responsible forany damages or defects in the product which were caused by repairs or attempte

drepairs performed byanyone other than an authorized service center or dealer; norshall Haier beliable, or in any way responsible for incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do n

ot allow the exclusionof incidental or consequential damages, so that above exclusion maynot apply toyou.

THIS WARRANTYGIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGALRIGHTS. YOUMAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTSWHICH

VARYFROM STATE TO STATE.

Warranty periodfor this product:

. Additional items excluded from warranty coverage: non-rechargeable batteries. Where toobtain service: For the location of

the nearestHaier authorized service centeror to obtain product literature, accessori

es, supplies or customer assistance, please call1-877-337-3639. What todo to obtain service: ship orcarry in your productto an authorized servicedealer or center. Be sure to haveproof ofpurchase.

one year parts

and labor

Warranty

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