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installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a 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 encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■ Connect the equipment 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.
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Important Safety Instructions
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if
improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However,
improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following
instructions when installing, operating, and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of
your television, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with a soft cloth. If needed, dampen
cloth with water. Never use solvents or abrasive
cleaning solutions to clean this product or
permanent damage may result.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose 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 are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, the 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.
15 Power Sources—This product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For products
intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
16 Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
17 Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
18 Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
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19 The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
21 Servicing: The user should not attempt to service
the appliance beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel.
20 WARNING: Plug the power cord into a power
outlet where access to the power cord connector is
readily accessible in case power disconnection is
required.
■ Water and Moisture—Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
■ Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, or table. Placing the product on an unstable
base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use
only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
■ Ventilation—The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these
vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do
not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This
product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions are followed.
■ The display panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or
applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the panel breaks.
■ Heat—The product should be situated away from heat sources such as fireplaces, chimneys, radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
■ Lightning—For added protection for this television equipment during 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. This
will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.
■ 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.
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■ Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside
antenna is connected to the television equipment,
be sure the antenna 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/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
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grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
■ To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the TV set.
■ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids,
Antenna Grounding
Reference
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Antenna Grounding
Grounding Component
Electric Service Equipment
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Ground Clamps
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Ground Clamp
Antenna Lead in Wire
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such as vases, should be placed on the product.
■ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC power cord under the TV set or other heavy items.
■ Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.
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Important Information
The TV must be serviced by an authorized service
technician. The TV is not user-serviceable.
Changes can damage your TV and void your
warranty. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Recycling Information
For information about how to recycle this product
through HP, see:
http://www.hp.com/recycle
Other recycling options may also be available in your
area. If located within the U.S. and Canada, you may
also call (1) (888) 485-1849.
ENERGY STAR Compliance
Products marked with the ENERGY
STAR logo on the packaging box
qualify with the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
Products with the ENERGY STAR label
are designed to use less energy, help you save money
on utility bills, and help protect the environment.
Cleaning precautions
Unplug the TV before cleaning the screen.
Using solvents, such as alcohol, or abrasive materials,
such as a premoistened or chemically treated towel,
may affect the TV or bezel paint.
Do not expose the product to volatile gases or fluids
such as pesticides.
Do not put the TV in contact with vinyl or rubber
products for an extended period of time. Extended
contact may result in the removal of or degradation of
the surface.
Lifting precautions
The TV is heavy; be sure to use ergonomically correct
lifting procedures when moving the TV.
Due to the size and weight of the TV, it is
recommended that a minimum of two people move it.
To transport the TV, grasp the left and right ends of the
panel in the areas below and above the screen. Do not
lift the TV by the attached stand.
Never place the display with the glass screen facing
downward, unless it is protected with pads.
ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark owned by the
U.S. government.
Materials disposal
This HP product contains the following materials that
might require special handling at end-of-life:
■ Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the LCD.
Disposal of mercury may be regulated because of
environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)
(http://www.eia.org).
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards ..................................... iii
PC Compatibility Chart........................................50
Troubleshooting ............................ 51
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Getting to Know Your TV
Thank you for purchasing an HP LCD High-Definition
Television. All HP high-definition televisions deliver a
world-class picture in a design that is sleek and stylish.
Features:
■ Exceptional image accuracy, with deep blacks
and bright, clear pictures that bring the finest
details to life, thanks to an advanced video engine
that offers dynamic contrast adjustment and
photorealistic sharpness enhancement. This HP TV
features a 3D Y/C Digital Comb-Filter color
enrichment system that reproduces accurate flesh
tones and vivid colors.
■ Fantastic and powerful sound that emanates from
two built-in speakers. The HP high-fidelity speaker
system is complemented by HP Virtual Sound
audio processing technology, which enhances
vocal clarity and bass performance for an
immersive sound experience.
■ A comprehensive array of digital and analog
inputs, including an integrated HDTV Tuner,
HDMI, and component video inputs. Analog and
digital audio output connectors enable seamless
connectivity to external audio speakers or an
audio receiver.
■ A luxurious finish television that blends with any
décor. The tabletop stand is sleek and stylish and
is detachable.
■ Dynamic contrast adaptation, which enables
picture quality adjustment on a scene-by-scene
basis.
■ Motion Adaptive Noise Reduction, which greatly
reduces visual noise without reducing detail.
■ Advanced scaling and film-processing technology,
which enables enjoyment of DVDs and standarddefinition TV on a big screen.
■ Integrated digital HDTV/analog tuner—for HD
shows from cable or off-the-air sources.
■ HDMI ports that provides digital video and audio
through a single cable.
■ Ultra-long-life panel provides up to 60,000 hours
of operation.
All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by
HP’s component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either
higher or lower.
The panel life is determined as the time at which luminance is 50%
compared to that of initial value at the typical lamp current on
condition of continuous operation at 25 +/– °C. 60,000 hours
equates to more than twenty-three years at seven hours a day
viewing.
Getting to Know Your TV
■ Photorealistic Sharpness Enhancement yields
crystal-clear and sharp pictures.
Getting to Know Your TV1
Identifying Items
in the Box
Television with stand
attached
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■ Television panel
(stand detached)
■ TV stand (two
pieces) and eight
screws
Remote control
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Documentation
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Locating TV Controls and
Connectors
The TV contains controls (indicators and buttons), and
connectors.
TV controls
The TV indicators are located on the front of the TV,
and the buttons are located on the right side.
TV buttonDescription
A B
A: Power lightPower light
turned off. The light is amber while the TV is powering up after you turn it on, and then it goes
off after about 30 seconds. The light is off when the TV is not plugged in.
B: Remote
control sensor
POWERPower turns the TV on or off.
MENUMenu opens (or closes) the onscreen display (OSD).
SELECTSelect starts the Auto Sync function for a connected PC signal source.
SOURCESource selects the input source: Press Source to open the list of input sources. Press the
Remote control sensor is the location where you point the remote control.
In an OSD menu, selects the highlighted item.
Channel buttons to select the input source, and press Select. Press Source to close the list.
In an OSD menu, functions as the Back button, or moves up one item or menu level.
Channel buttons select the next lower or higher channel.
In an OSD menu, move up or down in the menu.
Volume buttons increases or decreases the sound level.
In an OSD menu, move right or left in the menu or adjust an item.
shows whether the TV is on or off. The light is blue when TV is plugged in but
Getting to Know Your TV
Getting to Know Your TV3
TV connectors
The connectors are located on the rear of the TV.
TV connectors shown in the following figure are on the left side, center, and right side of the rear of the TV. The
HDMI 3 and RS-232 connectors are present on select models only.
ANT/Cable In
AV Input
Standard Definition InputComponent High Definition InputDigital High Definition Input
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Video
R
Audio
L
S-Vid
Audio Output
Digital
(Optical)
Serial
R
L
RS-232
Service Port
Lock
12
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PC Input
VGA
Audio
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Audio
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HDMI 3
HDMI 2
HDMI 1
HDMI
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TV (rear)Description
TV (rear)Description (Continued)
■ ANT/Cable In
Connect a coaxial cable
from an off-air antenna
or cable signal source.
Standard Definition
Input:
■ AV Input 1:
S-Vid, Video,
Audio L and R
■ AV Input 2:
S-Vid, Video,
Audio L and R
For each AV Input
connector set:
■ Connect an S-Video
cable and left-right
audio cables from
optional equipment.
Or
Connect a composite
video cable and leftright audio cables
from optional
equipment.
(Audio L and R
connectors are shared
within the AV
connector set.)
!
Do not connect video cables to both the
S-Vid and Video connectors.
TV (rear)Description (Continued)
Component High
Definition Input:
■ 1: Y, Pb, and
Pr, and Audio
L and R
■ 2: Y, Pb, and
Pr, and Audio
L and R
Connect component video
cables and left-right audio
cables from optional
equipment. Supports 480i,
480p, 720p, and 1080i
analog standard and highdefinition format inputs. The
TV automatically determines
what has been connected.
Some set-top boxes must be
set for a specific output
resolution.
Digital High
Definition Input:
■ HDMI 1 with
HDMI Audio
In L and R
■ HDMI 2
■ HDMI 3
(select
models only)
PC Input:
■ VGA
■ Audio L/R
Audio Output:
■ Digital
(Optical)
■ Audio Output
L and R
Supports 480i, 480p, 720p,
1080i, and 1080p digital
format inputs. The TV
automatically determines
what has been connected.
Some set-top boxes must be
set for a specific output
resolution.
For each HDMI
(High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) connector:
Connect an HDMI cable
from optional digital,
high-definition equipment.
For HDMI 1 with HDMI
Audio In: Connect a DVI
cable and DVI-to-HDMI
converter from optional DVI
equipment and left-right
audio cables connected to
HDMI Audio In L and R.
Connect a VGA cable and
an audio cable from your PC
(Line out) to use the TV as a
monitor.
For sound to an external
audio system:
■ Connect an optical cable
for digital sound out to
an optional external
digital audio system.
■ Connect left-right audio
cables for stereo sound
out to an optional
external (analog) audio
system. Use the left
(white) connector for
mono sound (single
cable).
Getting to Know Your TV
Getting to Know Your TV5
TV (rear)Description (Continued)
Cleaning
■ Serial RS-232
(select
models only)
■ Service Port
■ Kensington
Lock slot
■ AC In
Used for commercial
purposes only.
Used for repair
purposes only.
Use to attach a lock to
secure your TV.
Connect the included AC
power cord.
NOTE: Use only the
provided power cord.
Cleaning precautions
Unplug the TV before cleaning the screen.
The TV screen has a special antiglare coating. Using
solvents, such as alcohol, or abrasive materials, such
as a premoistened or chemically treated towel, may
affect the screen coating or bezel paint.
Do not expose the product to volatile gases or fluids
such as pesticides.
Do not put the TV in contact with vinyl or rubber
products for an extended period of time. Extended
contact may result in the removal of the coating or
degradation of the surface.
Cleaning the TV
To clean the screen, spray a soft lint-free cloth with
water to lightly moisten it. Gently wipe the screen, but
without pressing on it.
To clean the outer cabinet, use the same method.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
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8
Setting Up the TV
HP recommends professional installation from an authorized installer to ensure maximum enjoyment of your HP HDTV.
Be sure to read all the safety information and precautions before starting installation. See the following topics:
■ “Important Safeguards” on page iii
■ “Important Safety Instructions” on page v
■ “Important Information” on page viii
Selecting a Good Location
When selecting the location for your HP HDTV,
consider the following conditions:
■ Power cord length: Choose a location with easy
access to an AC power outlet.
■ Cable lengths and distances to attached units:
Check that cables can reach the TV.
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To view high-definition programming, you
must have a high-definition signal source,
such as an off-the-air high-definition
antenna or cable HD signal, a cable or
satellite provider HD set-top box, or a
HD-DVD player, connected to the TV. All
sources except a HD antenna or cable HD
signal, must connect to one of the High
Definition Input connector sets on the TV.
■ Do not install the TV on an unstable cart or stand;
the unit may fall over and cause injury.
■ Do not install the TV where it has a protruding
edge, such as on a small table where the display
overhangs the table surface.
■ Do not hang the TV from the ceiling; the unit may
fall and cause injury.
■ Avoid direct sunlight that may damage the display
or interfere with the operation of the remote
control.
■ Avoid areas of high humidity or damp conditions
that may cause fire or electrical shock.
■ Do not install TV near appliances, such as a
microwave, or near a heat source, such as a
fireplace or radiator.
■ Do not place the TV on a sloped or unstable
surface.
■ Provide a minimum of 4 inches (10 cm) of
ventilation clearance around the TV.
■ Wall-mounting: Your TV can be wall-mounted by
using an HP-approved wall-mounting kit (sold
separately):
LCD TV Flat Mount, Model PY043AA#ABA
LCD TV Tilting Mount, Model PY044AA#ABA
Remove the TV stand; see “Attaching or removing
the stand” on page 8. Then follow the installation
instructions provided with the wall-mounting kit.
HP recommends professional installation if you
want to wall-mount your TV.
Setting Up the TV
Setting Up the TV7
Lifting the TV
The TV is heavy; be sure to use ergonomically correct
lifting procedures when moving the TV.
Due to the size and weight of the TV, it is
recommended that a minimum of two people move it.
To transport the TV, grasp the left and right ends of the
panel in the areas below and above the screen. Do not
lift the TV by the attached stand.
Before attaching the stand, unplug the AC power cord
from the AC power outlet, and remove any cabling.
1 Locate the TV stand (two pieces), the TV panel,
and the eight screws of mounting hardware from
the box.
2 Using the two pieces of the stand, place the
pedestal onto the base, and press down on the
pedestal to insert it into the base.
Move the TV gently. Never place the TV with the
glass screen facing downward, unless it is protected
with pads.
Attaching or removing the stand
Your HP HDTV comes with the stand attached. Select
TV models come with a stand that must be attached to
the display. Reverse these steps to remove the stand.
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CAUTION: Use two people to assemble
the TV.
3 Turn the assembled stand over and insert four
short screws into the bottom of the base, and
tighten the screws to secure the base to the
pedestal.
4 Carefully place the TV panel with the glass screen
facing downward on a padded, stable table.
Position the bottom of the TV panel near the edge
of the table.
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WARNING: Do not allow the stand to drop
onto the TV panel.
5
Holding the assembled stand by the base with the
rear facing up towards you, place the stand into
the bottom of the TV. Hold the stand in place.
6 Insert four long screws into the holes on the rear of
the stand (pedestal) and into the rear of the TV,
and then tighten the screws.
7 Lift the TV and then position the TV upright on a
stable table.
Setting Up the TV
Setting Up the TV9
Connecting to the TV
Set up the TV by connecting cables and connecting the AC power cord.
Choosing the AV connection to use
When connecting optional audiovisual (AV) equipment
as signal sources, the connectors on the equipment
may limit the type of connection you can use.
AV connection to use, in order of decreasing video playback quality (best to good)
Connection descriptionTV connectorCable plug
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) transmits an all-
digital signal. This is the recommended choice for high-definition
signals, and for playback from a digital set-top box, DVD player,
or DVR device.
For a DVI-D device, you can use a DVI cable with an DVI-to-HDMI
converter to connect video to the HDMI 1 connector on the TV, and
an audio cable to connect audio from the source to the HDMI
Audio In L and R connectors on the TV.
Use this connection for standard or high-definition video signals in
480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p input format from a set-top
box, DVD player, or other device. This TV does not support Dolby
Digital audio input over HDMI. When connecting a set-top box,
DVD player, or other device by means of the HDMI connector, set
the device audio output to PCM format.
When your optional equipment has more than one
type of output connector, choose the connection that
provides the best-quality playback image.
The following table lists the available optional AV
equipment connections on the TV.
Component video (Y, Pb, and Pr) transmits video as separate
red, green, and blue signals. Use this connection for standard or
high-definition video signals in 480i, 480p, 720p, or 1080i
format from a DVD player or other equipment.
S-Video transmits standard video as separate color and
black-and-white image signals and delivers a sharper image than
a composite video connection.
Video In (composite video) transmits standard video as a single
signal.
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The procedures that follow describe how to connect
optional equipment for each type of AV connection,
including the audio connections when applicable.
Connecting the TV signal sources
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WARNING: Before connecting the TV to any
other electronic device, unplug the TV and
electronic device AC power cords from the
AC power outlet.
The following is an explanation of the types of
connections that are used for a coaxial cable.
If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable
with an F-type connector, screw it onto the ANT/Cable
In connector at the rear of the TV set.
■ A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with
an F-type connector that can easily be attached to
a connector without tools (sold separately).
■ A 300-ohm system is a flat, twin-lead cable that
can be attached to a 75-ohm connector through a
300/75-ohm adapter (sold separately).
Connect the input sources to the TV according to the
type of connection:
■ Antenna or basic cable (TV cable or satellite)
without a separate set-top box: See “Connecting
the cable TV or air broadcast antenna” on
page 12.
■ Cable or satellite with a separate set-top box: See
“Connecting cable or satellite with a set-top box”
on page 12.
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To connect an external sound system, see
“Connecting an external sound system” on
page 17.
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An F-type connector should be fingertightened only. When connecting the
RF cable to the TV, do not use tools to
tighten the F-type connector, because this
may cause damage to the TV.
Use standard 75-ohm coaxial cable to connect a
ground antenna or cable TV input source to the TV. Use
shielded coaxial cable to reduce radio frequency (RF)
interference.
Optional equipment, cable TV service, and all cables
are sold separately.
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CAUTION: Unplug power for the TV and all
connected components before connecting
the antenna or cable.
1 Connect a coaxial cable to the input source.
2 Connect the input source coaxial cable to the
ANT/Cable In connector on the rear of the TV.
Connecting your TV directly to the audio and video
output of your set-top box ensures a more vivid picture
and enhances your viewing enjoyment. See “Choosing
the AV connection to use” on page 10 for connector
and cable information.
Optional equipment and all cables are sold separately.
You can connect a digital TV set-top box (air or cable),
and other AV equipment, by using a connector set from
one of the following inputs:
■ Digital High Definition Input: Connect an
HDMI cable from the digital, high-definition cable
or satellite set-top box to any of the HDMI
connectors.
Or
Connect a DVI-D cable and DVI-to-HDMI converter
from the digital, high-definition cable or satellite
set-top box with a DVI connector to HDMI 1, and
left-right audio cables to HDMI Audio In L and R.
HDMI supports 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and
1080p input formats. The TV automatically
determines what has been connected. Some
set-top boxes must be set for a specific output
resolution. The HDMI connectors are:
3 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
4 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
5 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
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■ HDMI 1 with HDMI Audio In L and R
■ HDMI 2
■ HDMI 3 (select models only)
■ Component High Definition Input: Connect
component video cables and left-right audio
cables from the high-definition cable or satellite
set-top box.
Component supports 480i, 480p, 720p, and
1080i input formats. The TV automatically
determines what has been connected. Some
set-top boxes must be set for a specific output
resolution.
The Component connectors are:
■ 1: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
■ 2: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
■ Standard Definition Input: Connect an
S-Video cable, or a composite video cable, and
left-right audio cables from the cable or satellite
set-top box. (Audio L and R connectors are shared
within the AV connector set.)
The AV Input connectors are:
■ 1: S-Vid or Video, and Audio L and R
■ 2: S-Vid or Video, and Audio L and R
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The Standard Definition Input (S-Vid, or
Video) connectors do not pass highdefinition TV signals.
To connect the set-top box:
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CAUTION: Unplug power for the TV and all
connected components before connecting
the set-top box.
1 Connect the set-top box input source cable(s) to
the rear of the TV, using one of the connector sets:
■ Component High Definition Input:
Connect component video cables and left-right
audio cables to the Component connectors:
■ 1: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
Or
2: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
■ Standard Definition Input: Connect an
S-Video cable, or a composite video cable,
and left-right audio cables to the AV Input
connectors:
■ 1: S-Vid or Video, and Audio L and R
Or
2: S-Vid or Video, and Audio L and R
S-Vid connection
■ Digital High Definition Input: Connect
an HDMI cable to any of the HDMI
connectors: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, or HDMI 3
(select models only).
Or
Connect a DVI-D cable and DVI-to-HDMI
converter (from digital, high-definition cable or
satellite set-top box with a DVI connector) to
HDMI 1, and left-right audio cables to HDMI
Audio In L and R.
Video connection
Setting Up the TV
Setting Up the TV13
!
Both the S-Vid and Video connectors share
Audio L and R connectors. (The AV Input 1
set of S-Vid and Video connectors share
Audio connectors; the AV Input 2 S-Vid and
Video connectors share Audio connectors.)
Do not connect video cables to both the
S-Vid and Video connectors in a set.
2 Connect the cables to the set-top box.
3 Turn on the set-top box.
4 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
5 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
6 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
Connecting a digital, high-definitionDVD
player or other equipment by using an
HDMI cable
This is the recommended connection for HD video and
audio. The HDMI cable is sold separately.
1 Connect an HDMI cable to any of the HDMI
connectors on the rear of the TV: HDMI 1,
HDMI 2, or HDMI 3 (select models only). (There
are no separate audio inputs for HDMI.)
2 Connect the cable to the DVD player or source
equipment.
Connecting a DVD player, VCR,
DVR, game console, or
camcorder
You can connect optional equipment (sold separately),
such as a DVD player, VCR, DVR, and so on, to the TV.
Optional equipment, including an external sound
system, and all cables are sold separately.
To connect a VCR for playback, you can use either
S-Vid or Video (composite video) connections. The TV
does not have video output connectors.
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CAUTION: Unplug power for the TV and all
connected components before connecting
optional equipment. Ensure that the
optional equipment is powered off.
3 Turn on the DVD player, and start play.
4 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
5 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
6 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
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Connecting a digital, high-definition DVD
player or other equipment by using a
DVI cable
The DVI-D cable, DVI-to-HDMI converter, and the audio
cable are sold separately.
1 Connect a DVI-D cable and DVI-to-HDMI converter
to HDMI 1 on the rear of the TV, and left-right
audio cables to HDMI Audio In L and R.
2 Connect the DVI cable to the DVI-D connector on
the DVD player.
3 Connect the audio cable to the audio out
connectors on the DVD player.
4 Turn on the DVD player, and start play.
5 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
1 Connect component video cables and left-right
audio cables to the Component connectors on the
rear of the TV.
2 Connect the cables to the DVD player.
3 Turn on the DVD player, and start play.
4 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
5 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
6 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
6 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
7 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
Connecting a high-definition DVD player
or other equipment using component
cables
There are two sets of high-definition Component
connectors you can use:
■ 1: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
■ 2: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
Connecting a standard-definition DVD
player or other equipment by using
S-Video or Video cables
Connect a standard-definition DVD player, VCR, game
console, camcorder, or other AV equipment by using
S-Vid or Video (composite video) connectors. These
connectors do not pass high-definition signals.
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The S-Vid and Video connectors share the
audio connectors in the set. Do not connect
video cables to both the S-Vid and Video
connectors in a set.
Setting Up the TV
Setting Up the TV15
1 Connect an S-Video cable, or a composite video
cable, by using the AV Input connector sets on the
rear of the TV:
■ 1: S-Vid or Video, and Audio L and R
■ 2: S-Vid or Video, and Audio L and R
S-Vid connection
Video connection
4 Connect the audio cables to the DVD player.
5 Turn on the DVD player, and start play.
6 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
7 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
8 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
Connecting a VCR for recording
The TV does not output a signal for recording.
Connecting a PC
Use the following instructions when connecting a PC or
other source equipment to the PC Input (VGA and
Audio L/R) connectors on the rear of the TV. The PC
Input is a selectable input source (PC in the source list).
Cables are sold separately.
2 Connect the video cable to the DVD player or
other source equipment:
■ For a DVD player, VCR, DVR, or other source
equipment that has a S-Video connector, use a
S-Video cable.
Or
For a DVD player, VCR, DVR, or other source
equipment that has a composite connector, use
a composite cable.
3 Connect the audio cable to the left and right audio
connectors on the TV for the connector set.
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Refer to “PC Compatibility Chart” on
page 50 for a list of PC signals compatible
with the TV.
You can also connect a PC with a DVI connector:
■ For a PC with a DVI-D connector, connect a DVI-D
cable and DVI-to-HDMI converter to HDMI 1, and
left-right audio cables to HDMI Audio In L and R.
■ For a PC with a DVI-I connector, connect a DVI-I
cable and a DVI-to-VGA converter to the PC Input
(VGA) connector and audio to the PC Input Audio
L/R connector.
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To connect a PC by using the PC Input connectors:
7 Select the input source to view, as well as the
Picture Mode, Aspect, and other options; see
“Operating the TV” on page 21.
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CAUTION: Unplug power for the TV and all
connected components before connecting a
PC. Ensure that the PC is powered off.
1 Connect the PC or source equipment video cable
to the TV by using the PC Input (VGA) connector.
2 Connect the source equipment audio cable to the
PC Input Audio L/R connector.
3 Connect the VGA and audio cables to the PC or
source equipment.
4 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
8 Adjust the picture, including Auto Sync, by using
the onscreen display (OSD) Picture menu PC
Screen option; see “Adjusting the PC Screen
image” on page 31.
You can also start Auto Sync for the PC image by
pressing the Select button on the TV.
Connecting an external sound
system
You can connect an external sound system to the TV by
using the Audio Output connectors for a digital audio
or analog audio signal:
■ Use an optical audio cable and the Audio Output
Digital (Optical) connector on the rear of the TV to
provide a digital audio signal to an external
sound system, such as a digital receiver or a
surround sound system.
■ Use an audio cable and the Audio Output Left and
Right connectors on the rear of the TV to provide
an analog audio signal to an external sound
system, such as an analog amplifier or stereo
system.
The input source signal and the Audio menu settings in
the onscreen display determine the type of audio
output. This TV does not support Dolby Digital audio
input over HDMI. When connecting a set-top box, DVD
player, or other device by means of the HDMI
connector, set the device audio output to PCM format.
See “Understanding audio output” on page 32 for
information on the audio output type.
5 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
6 Connect the power to, and turn on, the PC or
source equipment.
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CAUTION: Unplug power for the TV and all
connected components before connecting
an external sound system. Ensure that the
external sound system is powered off.
Setting Up the TV
Setting Up the TV17
1 Connect the external sound system to the TV:
Connecting power to the TV
■ For a digital connection, connect an optical
audio cable to the Audio Output Digital
(Optical) connector on the rear of the TV and
to the external sound system, such as a digital
receiver or a surround sound system.
■ For an analog connection, connect an audio
cable to the Audio Out L and R connectors on
the rear of the TV and to the external sound
system, such as an analog amplifier or stereo
system.
2 Connect power to the TV; see “Connecting power
to the TV” on page 18.
3 Turn on the TV; see “Turning the TV On and Off”
on page 19.
4 Connect power to, and turn on, the external sound
system.
1 Connect the AC power cord to the connector on
the rear of the TV.
2 Connect the AC power cord into the AC power
outlet.
3 Insert the cable clamp from the box into the
square hole on the rear of the TV.
5 Define the digital audio format in the onscreen
display Audio menu Digital Audio option; see
“Choosing the digital audio output mode” on
page 32.
6 If desired, you can turn off the TV speakers by
using the onscreen display Audio menu Speakers
option; see “Using the Audio Menu” on page 31.
4 Route the cables through the cable clamp.
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Turning On the TV
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A
Turning the TV On and Off
The TV has a Power button on the right side of the
panel. You can also use the Power button on the
remote control to turn on the TV.
Pressing the Power button turns the TV either on or off.
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The initial setup starts when the TV powers
on for the first time. If the TV has been
turned on before, the Setup Wizard does
not start. To start the Setup Wizard from
the onscreen display (OSD) Setup menu,
see “Starting the Setup Wizard” on
page 41.
Turning On the TV
APower light
BRemote control sensor
CPower button
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POWE
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When you will not be using the TV for an extended
period of time, press the Power button to turn off the
TV, and then unplug the AC power cord.
Using the remote control to turn the TV
on or off
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on
the front of the TV, and press the remote control Power
The Power light shows whether the TV is on or off.
Power lightTV status
Lights blueTV is off but plugged
into the power source
Lights amberTV is powering on
(light turns off after
about 30 seconds)
OffTV is on, or the AC
power cord is
Flashing amber or
flashing blue
disconnected
Startup diagnostics are
in progress or an error
occured
button. The TV turns on or off.
SAP
Sound
Picture
MTS
Source
OK
Menu
back
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Using the First-Time
Setting date, time, and time zone
Setup Wizard
Initial Setup
When you turn on the TV for the first time, a first-time
Setup Wizard guides you through the following tasks:
■ Setting the onscreen display language.
■ Setting the date, time, and time zone.
■ Selecting a signal source.
■ Searching the TV signal source (antenna or cable)
and memorizing the available TV channels.
You can start the Setup Wizard by using the Setup
menu in the onscreen display; see “Starting the Setup
Wizard” on page 41.
Preparing
Complete the following steps before you press the
Power button on the remote control:
1 Insert the batteries into the remote control.
2 Connect the signal source antenna or cable to
the TV.
3 Plug in the AC power cord into the AC outlet.
1 Press the up and down arrow buttons on the
remote control to highlight the date field.
2 Press the up and down arrow buttons on the
remote control to enter a year, month, and day.
3 Press the down arrow button to highlight the
time zone field.
4 Press the left and right arrow buttons to change
the time zone.
5 Press the down button to highlight the time field,
and press the number buttons to enter the time.
6 Press the left arrow button, and then press the
down arrow button to change between AM
and PM.
Setting the signal source
1 Press the up and down arrow buttons on the
remote control to select Antenna or Cable.
2 Press the OK button to start searching for
channels.
This channel search operation automatically searches
for a signal from all available channels.
4 Turn on the TV.
Setting the display language
1 Select from among three languages: English,
French, and Spanish.
2 Press the up and down arrow buttons on the
remote control to select the desired language, and
then press the OK button.
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To view high-definition programming, you
must have a high-definition signal source,
such as an off-the-air high-definition
antenna or cable HD signal, a cable or
satellite provider HD set-top box, or a
HD-DVD player, connected to the TV. All
sources except a HD antenna or cable HD
signal, must connect to one of the High
Definition Input connector sets on the TV.
Operating the TV
Using the Remote Control
The remote control operates the TV. To use the remote
control, point the remote control at the remote control
sensor on the front of the TV.
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Use the remote control within a distance of
16.4 feet (5 meters) from the front of the TV
remote control sensor window, and within
the maximum horizontal and vertical
angles of 30 degrees.
1 Press and open the cover on the rear of the remote
control.
2 Insert the batteries into the remote control, and
make sure that you match polarities.
3 Close the cover.
Do not mix together different types of batteries (for
example, alkaline and carbon-zinc), or old batteries
with fresh ones.
Using universal remote controls
When you want to program a universal remote control
to operate your HP TV, if HP is not listed in the
supported brand codes, use a Philips TV code. The
HP remote control transmits Philips-licensed remote
control codes.
After programming your universal remote control with
a Philips TV code, it can operate your HP TV functions
for: volume, mute, power, and input source.
Installing or replacing remote
control batteries
Insert two non-rechargeable AAA batteries into the
remote control, ensuring that you place them with the
proper polarity.
Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing
the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
When not using the remote control for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury
from possible battery leakage.
Do not try to recharge batteries that are not intended to
be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. Follow
the battery manufacturer’s directions for the batteries
you are using.
Always remove batteries as soon as they become
weak. Weak batteries can leak and severely damage
the unit. The battery life depends on how much the
remote control is used. Replace the batteries when
remote control operation becomes erratic.
Do not take apart the batteries, heat them, or throw
them into a fire.
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Operating the TV
Identifying the remote control buttons
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Press Power to turn
the TV on or off.
Press SAP/MTS to
select from the
available Secondary
Audio Program (SAP)
and Multi-channel
Televisio n Sound
(MTS) options.
Press Sound to select
an audio mode:
Voice, Standard,
Music, User.
Press Source to open
a list of the input
sources. Press an
arrow button (O) to
select the input source
to view, and then
press OK (F). Or,
press Source to close
the list without
changing the source.
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Enter
EMenu
Press Menu to
open the onscreen
Menu
display (OSD).
Press Menu again to
exit the menu and
return to your TV
display.
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Press OK to choose
the highlighted menu
OK
option.
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Press Back to go back
one level when a
back
menu is displayed.
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arrows
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Press a Volume button
to increase (or
decrease) the sound
level.
Press Mute to turn
sound off or on.
Press CC to select a
closed caption mode:
Off, On, On Mute.
Press Sleep to set the
timer in this order:
Off, 15, 30, 60, 120,
or 150 minutes.
Press the number
buttons (0–9) to
directly select
channels, and then
press Enter (U).
Press – (dash) to
enter a dash for a
digital channel. For
example, channel
14-2.
Press Picture to select
a video mode:
Standard, Movie,
Vivid, User.
Press an arrow button
to move the cursor in
the menu screens.
Press Aspect to select
an option for the
dimensions of the TV
picture image: Auto,
16:9, 4:3, Zoom1,
Zoom2, Panorama.
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Sleep
1
Picture
Aspect
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SCh+
Ch–
TFav
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Press Info to view a
channel banner that
contains information
about the current
program.
Press Last to recall the
previous channel that
you viewed.
Press Ch+ (or Ch–) to
select the next higher
(or lower) channel.
Press Fav to view a list
of your favorite
channels. Press an
arrow button (O) to
select a channel from
the list, and then press
OK (F).
To add a channel to
the Fav list: View the
channel, press Fav to
open the list on an
empty line (or, press
an arrow to select an
entry that you want to
change), and then
press Ch+ (S). The
new channel is now in
the Fav list.
Press Enter after
entering a channel
number.
Info
Last
Ch+
Ch-
Fav
Operating the TV
Enter
The available options
depend on the input
source.
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Adjusting the Volume
Changing Channels
To increase or decrease the sound, press:
■ The remote control Volume buttons.
Or
The TV Volume buttons.
The indicator bar on the TV shows the increase or
decrease.
Muting the sound
1 Press the Mute button on the remote control to
temporarily turn off the sound.
2 Press the Mute button again to restore the sound
back to the previous level.
Changing the Picture
Mode
Press the Picture button on the remote control to display
the currently selected video mode. Keep pressing the
Picture button until you reach the desired picture. The
Picture modes are:
■ Standard: Good for normal viewing conditions
with low room lighting.
■ Movie: Good for watching movies in a darkened
room. Provides a soft, film-like picture.
■ Vivid: Good for viewing in a well-lit room,
enhances the contrast and sharpness.
■ User: Displays the custom settings that you
configured in the OSD. For more information
about defining the picture settings, see “Using the
Picture Menu” on page 30.
To change to the next higher or lower channel, press:
■ The remote control Ch+ or Ch– buttons.
Or
The TV Channel buttons.
To change to another channel, enter a one-digit,
two-digit, or three-digit number, or press the channel
up or down buttons.
To select a specific channel number (for example,
channel 25), complete the following procedure within
four seconds:
Ch+
Ch-
1 Press the 2 button on the remote control.
2 Press the 5 button.
3 Press Enter.
To select a specific digital channel number (for
example, 14-2, complete the following procedure
within four seconds):
1 Press the 1 button on the remote control.
2 Press the 4 button.
3 Press the – (dash) button.
4 Press the 2 button.
5 Press Enter.
Selecting the last channel
Press the Last button on the remote control to view the
previous channel that you viewed.
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Selecting a favorite channel
You can quickly select a favorite channel by using the
Fav button on the remote control.
Press the Fav button on the remote control to view a list
of your favorite channels. Press an arrow button to
select a channel from the list, and then press OK.
The first time you open the favorites list, or after using
the Setup Wizard or Auto Scan in the onscreen display
Channel menu, the Fav list is empty.
During the first-time Setup Wizard, or an Auto Scan,
the TV searches for the TV antenna or cable signal
sources, finds all the available channels, and adds
them to the channel list. If you skipped or canceled
during the initial setup, and have not run the Setup
Wizard or the Auto Scan, there are no channels in the
channel list. To be able to add channels to the favorites
list, the channel must be in the channel list.
To add a channel to the Fav list:
If necessary, first run the Setup Wizard or Auto Scan in
the Channel menu; see “Starting the Setup Wizard” on
page 41 or see “Searching for channels” on page 33.
Selecting the Input
Source
1 Press the Source button on the remote control, or
on the TV, to open the list of input sources.
2 Press the up or down arrow button on the
remote control, or press the Channel buttons
on the TV, to select the input source to view.
3 Press OK on the remote control, or press Select on
the TV.
Or
Press the Source button again to close the list of
input sources without changing the source.
1 Press the Ch+ or Ch– buttons to select the
channel to view.
2 Press the Fav button. The list of favorite
channels opens on an empty line, if
available.
Ch+
Ch-
3 Press Ch+ to use the empty line, or press an arrow
button to select a favorite channel entry that you
want to change, and then press Ch+. The current
channel is now in the Fav list.
Displaying program information
Press the Info button on the remote control to display a
banner with information about the program that you
are currently viewing.
n
Sometimes the name of the program is not
included in the broadcast. In that case, the
program name is not displayed.
The list of input sources identifies a connector set on
the rear of the TV:
■ Antenna or Cable is the ANT/Cable In
connector. The label shows the scan source
selection (Antenna or Cable) of the last channel
scan performed by either the Setup Wizard or the
Channel menu.
■ AV1 is the Standard Definition Input AV Input 1
connector set of S-Vid or Video.
■ AV2 is the Standard Definition Input AV Input 2
connector set of S-Vid or Video.
■ Component 1 is the Component High Definition
Input 1 connector set.
■ Component 2 is the Component High Definition
Input 2 connector set.
■ PC is the PC Input (VGA) connector set.
■ HDMI 1 is the Digital High Definition Input
connector HDMI 1.
■ HDMI 2 is the Digital High Definition Input
connector HDMI 2.
■ HDMI 3 is the Digital High Definition Input
connector HDMI 3 (select models only).
You can change all the labels except Antenna (or
Cable). Use the onscreen display Setup menu Input
Labels option to change the label in the source list; see
“Changing the Input Labels” on page 41.
Operating the TV
Operating the TV25
Changing the View by
Using the Aspect Button
Press the Aspect button on the remote control to select
an option for the dimensions of the TV picture image.
The options that are available for selection depend on
the current input source.
TV image (Aspect)
Input
signal
4:3
16:9Not available
The Aspect options are:
■ Auto automatically shows the correct aspect
ratio, based on the content.
■ 16:9 shows widescreen TV in its recorded format,
or stretches a 4:3 ratio image to fit the screen with
no center aspect correction.
■ 4:3 shows the standard 4:3 ratio image in the
center of the TV, with dark bars on the left and
right of the screen, or horizontally shrinks
widescreen pictures.
■ Zoom1 stretches the image vertically. Suitable
for stretching widescreen DVD movies to reduce or
eliminate horizontal dark stripes at the top and
bottom of the screen.
■ Zoom2 stretches the image both vertically and
horizontally, and may clip the top, bottom, and
sides of the image.
■ Panorama stretches the picture horizontally, if
necessary, to fill the screen; the center of the
screen has aspect correction. Suitable for
stretching a normal 4:3 ratio image to fill the
screen.
4:316:9Zoom1Zoom2Panorama
n
When the input source is HDMI, the
Panorama mode is not available. When the
input source is PC, the Zoom1, Zoom2, and
Panorama modes are not available.
n
Some stations transmit Standard-definition
programming directly in 16:9 aspect ratio
so that the image has embedded dark side
bars. For that type of input signal, the
Panorama mode is not available, and the
Zoom1 and Zoom2 modes do not eliminate
the side bars.
Use the onscreen display Picture menu option Aspect
Ratio to set the default aspect; see “Using the Picture
Menu” on page 30.
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Turning On Captions
Press the CC button on the remote control to select the
caption option:
■ On: Turns on captions.
■ Off: Turns off captions.
■ On Mute: Displays captions while the sound is
muted (the Mute button is pressed).
To assign your preferences for captions, see “Using the
Caption (Closed Caption) Menu” on page 40.
Setting the SAP/MTS
stereo mode
Press the SAP/MTS button on the remote control to
show the currently selected Secondary Audio Programs
(SAP)/Multi-channel Television Sound (MTS) option.
Keep pressing the button to view the available options.
SAP receives mono sound, stereo sound, and
Secondary Audio Programs. The MTS feature enables
a TV station to broadcast other information, such as
another language or weather information.
For analog channels, the SAP/MTS options are Stereo,
Mono, and SAP (when available). For Digital
channels, the SAP/MTS options are English, French,
and Spanish (when available).
You can enjoy hi-fi stereo sound or SAP broadcasts
where available:
If stereo sound is difficult to hear, you may obtain a
clearer sound by manually switching to fixed
mono-sound mode.
n
MTS operates only while the TV is in
TV mode.
Changing the
Audio Mode
Press the Sound button on the remote control to display
the currently selected audio mode. Keep pressing the
Sound button until you reach the desired sound.
For more information about the audio mode and
adjusting the User option, see “Adjusting the audio” on
page 31.
Setting the Sleep Timer
Press the Sleep button on the remote control to start a
timer to automatically turn off the TV. Keep pressing the
Sleep button until you reach the desired time.
Setting the Sleep Timer to 30 means your TV
automatically turns off in 30 minutes.
Operating the TV
■ Stereo broadcasts: Hear programs such as
live sporting events, shows, and concerts in
dynamic stereo sound.
■ SAP broadcasts: Select to hear either Main or
SAP sound:
■ Main sound: Listen to the normal program
sound track in either mono or stereo sound.
■ SAP sound: Listen to a second language,
supplementary commentary, and other
information in mono sound.
MinutesDescription
15Sets the timer to 15 minutes.
30Sets the timer to 30 minutes.
60Sets the timer to 60 minutes.
120Sets the timer to 120 minutes.
150Sets the timer to 150 minutes.
OffTurns off the sleep timer.
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Adjusting the TV Settings
Use the onscreen display to adjust the picture, audio,
and other settings. For more information, see “Using
the OSD Menus” on page 29.
Opening and closing the OSD
Press the Menu button on the remote control, or on the
TV, to display the OSD menu. Press the Menu button
again to close the current menu and return to the TV
display. Within a submenu, pressing the Back button
on the remote control, or the Source button on the TV,
takes you back one menu level.
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Changing the TV Settings
You can change the TV settings by using the onscreen
display (OSD) menus.
Using the OSD Menus
To operate the OSD menus, use the buttons on the TV,
or on the remote control, to highlight, adjust, and enter
items, as described in this section.
TV (side)Description
MENUMenu opens (or closes) the OSD.
SELECTSelect selects the highlighted item
in the OSD.
SOURCESource selects the input source.
Press Source to open the list of
input sources. Press the Channel
(CH) buttons to select the input
source to view, and then press
Select. Press Source to close the
list. Select the input source before
you open the OSD.
In an OSD menu, this button
functions as the Back button to
move up one item or menu level.
Channel buttons move up or
down in the menu.
Volume buttons move right or left
in the menu, or adjust an item.
Source
Last
OK
Info
Aspect
Ch+
Ch-
Menu
back
Remote
controlDescription
Menu
OK
Menu opens (or closes) the OSD.
OK selects the highlighted item in
the OSD.
Arrow buttons move up, down,
left, or right in the menus.
Volume buttons adjust the sound
level or an item.
Ch+
Ch-
Source
Channel buttons move the
channel up or down.
Source selects the input source.
Press Source to open the list of the
input sources. Press the arrow
button to select the input source to
view, and then press OK. Select
the input source before you open
the OSD.
Back moves up one item or
back
menu level.
Changing the TV Settings
Changing the TV Settings29
You operate the OSD menus by using the buttons on
the remote control or the TV; refer to the previous
tables for descriptions of the buttons.
1 Press the Source button to select the input signal
source for the TV. The OSD menus and options
that you see depend on the current input source.
2 Press the Menu button to open the OSD. The
available menus appear as a list.
Using the Picture Menu
The Picture menu controls the look of the image on the
screen for the selected input source. For example,
when you adjust Brightness, the screen image changes
as you adjust the scale.
Because the Picture menu maintains settings for each
input, select (view) the input source, and then make
Picture menu changes.
3 Press the direction buttons (the arrow buttons on
the remote control, or the Channel and Volume
buttons on the TV) to highlight the menu that you
want, and then press the OK button on the remote
control, or the Select button on the TV.
4 Press the direction buttons to move within the
menu and highlight an option, and then press the
OK button on the remote control, or the Select
button on the TV, to move into the option.
5 Continue using the direction buttons to highlight
and adjust an item, and the OK button or the
Select button to enter the change. To move out of
an option, or to move up one menu level, press
the Back button on the remote control, or the
Source button on the TV.
6 When you are finished, press the Menu button to
close the OSD.
The OSD menus are:
■ Picture
■ Audio
■ Channel
■ Parental (Control)
■ Setup (including Closed Caption)
■ SimpleMenu/Full Menu
Note that SimpleMenu appears in the menu list when
the full list of menu items is displayed. Select
SimpleMenu to view a reduced menu that shows
only the most frequently used menu items. (When you
do so, Full Menu appears in the menu list. Select it to
again display the full list of menu items.)
In the following topics, a table lists each OSD menu
and the available options.
The following table shows the Picture menu for an AV
source. When a PC is the input source, use the Picture
Screen menu to adjust the picture settings, including
Auto Sync.
Picture menuOptions
ModeVivid/Standard/
Movie/User
User mode options are:
■ Brightness
■ Contrast
■ Saturation
■ Hue
■ Sharpness
Color TemperatureCool/Standard/Warm
Aspect RatioAuto/16:9/4:3/
Zoom1/Zoom2/
Panorama
Picture Screen
■ H Size
(horizontal size)
■ H Position
(horizontal position)
■ V Size (vertical size)
■ V Position (vertical
position)
■ Phase Adjust
■ Clock Adjust
■ Auto Sync
■ Default
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Adjusting the picture image
Using the Audio Menu
Adjusting the AV picture image
The following options adjust the AV picture image that
you are watching, so select the correct AV input source
before you change the values.
■ Mode sets the picture adjustments to preset
values of Standard, Movie, Vivid, or User.
User mode enables individual adjustment of:
■ Brightness: Sets the image brightness.
■ Contrast: Sets the image contrast.
■ Saturation: Sets the image color intensity.
■ Hue: Sets image tones; decrease the value to
make tones more red, or increase it to make
tones more blue.
■ Sharpness: Sets the image sharpness.
■ Color Temperature selects different color
temperature settings: Cool, Standard,
and Warm.
■ Aspect Ratio sets the default dimensions of the
TV picture image. For more information, see
“Changing the View by Using the Aspect Button”
on page 26.
■ Picture Screen provides options to adjust the
image from the PC Input connector. See
“Adjusting the PC Screen image” on page 31.
Adjusting the PC Screen image
The following options adjust the image from the PC
Input connector; the Picture Screen menu is not
available if a PC is not connected:
■ H Size adjusts the horizontal size of the image.
■ H Position adjusts the horizontal position of the
image.
■ V Size adjusts the vertical size of the image.
■ V Position adjusts the vertical position of the
image.
■ Phase Adjust adjusts the phase of the clock
used to synchronize the image.
■ Clock Adjust adjusts the clock used to
synchronize the image.
■ Auto Sync button starts automatic
synchronization of the image.
■ Default button resets all Picture Screen menu
options to the default values.
The Audio menu sets the sound levels, the mode for the
digital audio output signal, and sound items.
Audio menuOptions
ModeVoice/Standard/Music/User
User mode options are:
■ Treble
■ Bass
Balance(Left-to-right sound
adjustment)
Auto VolumeOn/Off
SAP/MTS
■ Mono/Stereo/SAP
■ English/French/Spanish
Digital AudioDolby Digital/PCM
Virtual SurroundOff/Theater/Music Hall
SpeakerOn/Off
Adjusting the audio
■ Mode sets the audio adjustments to preset values
of Voice, Standard, or Music, or to User. User
mode enables individual adjustment of the treble
and bass values.
■ Balance sets the distribution of sound between
the speakers.
■ Auto Volume turns automatic volume adjustment
on or off.
■ SAP/MTS selects the default mode and language
for secondary audio programs. See “Setting the
SAP/MTS stereo mode” on page 27.
■ Digital Audio sets the mode for the signal
provided on the digital audio output connector.
See “Choosing the digital audio output mode” on
page 32.
■ Virtual Surround selects an option for
emulated surround sound from the TV speakers.
“Selecting virtual surround sound” on page 32.
■ Speaker turns the TV speakers on or off. You
may want to turn off the TV speakers when you
connect an optional external sound system. Refer
to “Understanding audio output” on page 32.
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Changing the TV Settings31
Choosing the digital audio output mode
Understanding audio output
You must be watching a digital TV channel to access
the Audio menu Digital Audio option. This option sets
the format for the signal provided on the Digital
(Optical) Audio Output connector on the rear of the TV:
Dolby Digital or PCM. Select PCM if your external
digital audio system does not support surround sound.
See “Understanding audio output” on page 32.
Selecting virtual surround sound
You can enjoy emulated surround sound from the TV
speakers. To do so, in the Audio menu Virtual Surround
option select the mode that you want to hear: Theater
or Music Hall.
Audio output at
TV speakers
(Audio menu/
Input source
Speaker: On)
The input source signal and the Audio menu settings
for Digital Audio and Speaker determine the type of
audio output that you hear at the speakers, or at the
external sound system connected to the TV.
For example, if you connect an external sound system
by using the Digital (Optical) connector, you hear
digital sound from the connected external audio system
when you watch a digital TV program. The format of
digital signal that the TV provides depends on the
Digital Audio setting (Dolby Digital or PCM).
This TV does not support Dolby Digital audio input over
HDMI. When connecting a set-top box, DVD player, or
other device by means of HDMI, set the device audio
output to PCM format.
The following table shows the audio output
dependencies and the resulting output.
Audio output at Digital
(Optical) connector: (Audio
menu/Digital Audio)
Audio output
at Analog L
and R
connectors
TV tuner, analog channelStereo 2-channelPCMStereo 2-channel
TV tuner, digital channelStereo 2-channelPCM or Dolby DigitalStereo 2-channel
AV (S-Video or Video)Stereo 2-channelPCMStereo 2-channel
PC AudioStereo 2-channelPCMStereo 2-channel
NoneNoneNone
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Using the Channel Menu
If you skipped the Setup Wizard, or if the initial setup
did not find all the available channels, use the Channel
menu to automatically scan and find the channels. The
scan continues until every channel is either found or
confirmed as no signal.
Use this menu to edit the program channel list to skip a
channel when you use the Channel buttons on the
remote control or the TV.
4 Press the Sleep button. The channel listing for the
channel now lists the channel as Hide, and the
channel is skipped when you select the channel by
using the Channel buttons.
To edit the channel listing to show a channel that is
currently hidden, complete the same procedure
selecting a hidden channel and pressing the Sleep
button to show it.
Using the Parental
Channel menuOptions
Auto ScanAntenna/Cable
Channel ListShow/Hide
Signal StrengthShows the signal strength of
a digital channel as a bar
graph.
Searching for channels
In the Auto Scan menu, start an automatic search for
channels by selecting the scan source Antenna or
Cable, and then pressing the OK button. Next, select
Yes and press OK to begin the channel scan.
The scan continues until every channel is either found
or confirmed as no signal. You can stop the search by
choosing the Cancel button on the screen, and then
pressing the OK or Back button on the remote control.
Editing the channel listing
Use the Channel List menu to edit the program channel
list to skip (hide) a channel when you use the Channel
buttons on the remote control or the TV.
To edit the channel listing to skip a channel:
1 In the Channel menu, press the arrow buttons to
select Channel List, and then press OK.
2 Press the arrow buttons to select the channel. You
can press a Channel (CH) button to move one
page forward or backward in the listing.
3 Press OK. The TV tunes to the channel.
(Control) Menu
The Parental (Control) menu enables and defines
parental controls for TV and movies. Use it to
password, and set the values for parental controls by TV
rating, TV content, and movie ratings.
Parental menuOptions
Change Password
EnableOn/Off
MPAA (movie ratings
by the Motion Picture
Association of
America)
US TV RatingTable of age-based
Canadian English
■ Password
■ Confirm Password
■ G
■ PG
■ PG-13
■ R
■ NC-17
■ X
■ NR
guidelines and content
values
■ E
■ C
■ C8+
■ G
■ PG
■ 14+
■ 18+
select a
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Parental menuOptions (Continued)
Canadian French
■ E
■ G
■ 8ans +
■ 13ans +
■ 16ans +
■ 18ans +
Using the Password
The Parental (Control) menu enables you to use a
password to protect certain settings from being
accidentally changed.
!
IMPORTANT: The following conditions must
be met to enable parental controls:
■ Password is set.
■ Rating settings have been made.
In the Parental (Control) menu, select Enable, press
OK, select On, and then press OK. You can now
access the other menus and set the parental controls.
See “Setting Parental Controls” on page 34.
.
!
IMPORTANT:
password, enter the Master Password:
MTS, 4, 8, 1
Setting Parental Controls
The parental controls use a V-Chip, which is an
electronic filtering device built into your TV. This tool
gives parents a high degree of control over the
broadcasts that their children can access. It enables
parents to allow those programs that are judged
suitable for child viewing, while blocking those that are
judged not suitable. It does this automatically, once
you select
controls.
a password and set the values for parental
If you lose or forget your
Enter the password when prompted.
Setting a password
1 In the main OSD menu select Parental (Control)
and then press the OK button. (If a password was
previously set, enter the password when
prompted.)
2 Select Change Password, and then press OK.
3 Enter a (new) four-digit password number by using
the 0–9 buttons on the remote control. Enter the
same digits for Confirm Password, and then
press OK.
n
As a precautionary measure, write down
your password and keep it in a familiar
place.
The U.S. has two rating systems for viewing content:
TV Parental Guidelines (US TV Rating) and movie
ratings:
■ The TV Parental Guidelines help parents screen
out television shows that are unsuitable for their
children to view.
■ Movie ratings are used for original movies rated
by the Motion Picture Association of America
(MPAA) that are aired on cable TV and not edited
for television. Options can also be set to block
MPAA-rated movies.
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Voluntary movie rating system (MPAA)
In the Parental (Control) menu, highlight MPAA, and
then press OK. Adjust the item.
The setting automatically blocks any program with
ratings that are higher than your selection.
MPAA rating Description
AgeGGeneral audiences. All ages admitted.
PGParental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
RRestricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian (age varies in some
jurisdictions).
NC-17No one 17 and under admitted.
XX is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded in the data of older
movies.
NRNot rated.
Example:
If you select PG-13, this also automatically blocks the
higher ratings R, NC-17, and X.
n
The voluntary movie rating system uses
only an age-based rating.
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US TV Rating
In the Parental (Control) menu, highlight US TV
Rating, and then press OK. Adjust the item.
The setting automatically blocks any ratings that are
higher than your selection.
You can set an individual content-based rating item.
FV
(Fantasy
TV rating
violence)
S
(Sexual
situation)
Content
L
(Adult
language)
V
(Violence)
D
(Sexually
suggestive
dialogue)
Suggested
Age
TV-Y (All
children)
TV-Y7
(Directed to
older children)
TV-G (General
audience)
TV-PG
(Parental
guidance
suggested)
TV-14 (Parents
strongly
cautioned)
TV-MA (Mature
audience only)
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
Rating can
be set.
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Canadian rating systems
The TV rating systems in Canada are based on the
Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) policy on violence in television
programming.
While violence is the most important content element to
be rated, the rating also takes into consideration other
program content, such as language, nudity, sexuality,
and mature themes.
When setting controls on the Canadian rating systems,
you can choose either the Canadian English ratings or
the Canadian French ratings.
Canadian English ratings
Rating Canadian English rating description
AgeEExempt: Includes news, sports, documentaries, and other information programming.
CChildren: Intended for younger children under the age of 8 years. Pays careful attention to
themes that could threaten their sense of security and well-being.
C8+Children over 8 years old: Contains no portrayal of violence as the preferred, acceptable, or
only way to resolve conflict; does not encourage children to imitate dangerous acts that they
may see on the screen.
GGeneral: Considered acceptable for all age groups. Appropriate viewing for the entire family;
contains very little violence — physical, verbal, or emotional.
PGParental guidance: Intended for a general audience, but may not be suitable for younger
children (under the age of 8), because it could contain controversial themes or issues.
14+Over 14 years: Could contain themes where violence is one of the dominant elements of the
storyline, but it must be integral to the development of plot or character. Language usage could
be profane and nudity present within the context of the theme.
18+Adults: Intended for viewers 18 years and older, and might contain depictions of violence,
which, while related to the development of plot, character, or themes, are intended for adult
viewing. Could contain graphic language and portrayals of sex and nudity.
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Canadian French rating
Rating Canadian French rating description
AgeEExempt programming.
GGeneral: All ages and children; contains minimal direct violence, but may be integrated
into the plot in a humorous or unrealistic manner.
8ans +General but inadvisable for young children: May be viewed by a wide public audience,
but could contain scenes disturbing to children under 8 who cannot distinguish between
imaginary and real situations. Recommended for viewing with parent.
13ans +Over 13 years: Could contain frequent violent scenes and therefore recommended for
viewing with parent.
16ans +Over 16 years: Could contain frequent violent scenes and intense violence.
18ans +Over 18 years: Only for adult viewing. Could contain frequent violent scenes and
extreme violence.
Temporarily releasing a blocked
program
When the parental controls rating blocks a program, a
message displays.
To release a blocked program:
1 Press OK. The password setting menu displays.
2 Enter your four-digit password to temporarily
release the program block.
Reactivating parental controls
after a temporary release
You can reactivate the parental controls for a
temporarily released program by using either of the
following:
■ In the Parental (Control) menu, select the rating
setting (MPAA, US TV Rating, Canadian
English, or Canadian French).
■ Switch off the TV power.
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Using the Setup Menu
You can use the Setup menu to set time and closed
caption options, select the language for the OSD
menus, start the Setup Wizard, turn OSD settings to
default values, and to change the input labels for the
Source list.
Using the Time Menu
The Time menu sets the mode for the date and time, it
and sets the sleep timer.
Time menuOptions
Clock ModeAuto/Manual
Setup menuOptions
Time
■ Clock Mode: Auto/
Manual
■ Clock Set
■ Time Zone (for Auto
mode only)
■ Daylight Saving (for
Auto mode only)
■ Sleep Timer: Off/
15 min/30 min/
60 min/120 min/
150 min
Caption (closed
caption)
■ Mode
■ Service Analog
■ Service Digital
■ Style
OSD LanguageEnglish/French/Spanish
Setup WizardStart
Input Labels<selection>
Default SettingsPress OK to recover all
settings to default
values.
Clock Set
Time Zone (for Auto
mode only)
Daylight Savings
■ Month, Day, Year
■ Hour, Min, AM/PM
NST/AST/EST/CST/
MST/PST/AKST/HST
On/Off
(for Auto mode only)
Sleep TimerOff/15 min/30 min/
60 min/120 min/
150 min
■ Clock Mode sets the clock mode to Auto or
Manual. You set the initial date and time for the TV
during the Setup Wizard, or in this menu by
selecting the Manual Clock Mode, and then
pressing the OK button.
■ Clock Set sets the date and time for Manual
clock mode only. To change between AM and PM,
press the left arrow button, and then press the
down arrow button.
■ Time Zone sets the time zone for Auto clock
mode, such as Central Standard Time (CST) or
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
■ Daylight Savings sets an option for the Auto
Clock Mode.
■ Sleep Timer sets the minutes before the TV turns
off. You can also set the sleep timer by using the
Sleep button on the remote control.
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Changing the TV Settings
Using the Caption (Closed
Caption) Menu
indicates the language of the Digital Closed Captions:
ENG (English), SPA (Spanish), FRA (French), or other
language codes.
Caption menu
You can use the Caption (Closed Caption) menu to turn
captioning on or off, and to select options. You can
also turn captioning on or off using the CC button on
the remote control.
Caption (Closed
Caption) menuOptions
ModeOff/On/On Mute
Service Analog
Service Digital Service1/Service2/
Style
Your TV is equipped with an internal closed caption
decoder that enables you to view conversations,
narration, and sound effects as subtitles on your TV.
Closed captions are available on some TV programs,
and on some VHS home video tapes, at the election of
the program provider.
Digital Closed Caption is a caption service available
only on digital TV programs (also at the election of the
program provider). It is a more flexible system than the
original closed caption system, because it allows a
variety of font sizes and styles in the captions. When
the Digital Closed Caption service is in use, it is
indicated by a three-letter abbreviation that also
■ CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4
■ Text1/Text2/Text3/
Text4
Service3/Service4/
Service5/Service6
■ Font Style
■ Font Size
■ FG (Foreground) Color
■ BG (Background) Color
■ FG (Foreground)
Opacity
■ BG (Background)
Opacity
■ Edge Style
Not all programs and VHS videotapes offer closed
captioning. Look for the symbol to ensure that captions
appear.
n
If the signal source equipment is connected
to the TV at an HDMI or a component video
connection, closed caption information may
not always be available, because the
source equipment may not pass the
information to the TV across these
connectors.
In the closed caption system, more than one caption
service can be provided. Each is identified by its own
number. CC1 through CC4 services display subtitles of
TV programs superimposed over the program picture.
The Text1 through Text4 services display text that is
unrelated to the program being viewed, such as
weather or news. These services are also
superimposed over the program currently being
viewed.
■ Depending on the number of caption services in
the signal being received, you will see information
such as 1/2 or 1/4 displayed. 1/2 means “the
first of two services.”
Example: If a program has three services (Digital
CC(ENG), CC1, and Text1), the closed caption
display toggles in sequence.
■ The CC button stores in memory a record of the
last service selected. If the last closed caption
mode that you selected is not available for the
next program, or on another channel, the closed
caption service that is available is automatically
selected, and this service appears in parentheses.
Closed caption services that appear in
parentheses are not retained in the CC button
memory as your last selected service. Only
services that you have selected with the CC button
are retained.
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Changing the Input Labels
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If the program contains no closed caption,
“--” displays in the closed caption
information.
If the language code, such as ENG, is not
found on a digital TV programs, “--”
displays.
All types of closed caption service (CC1,
Text1, and so on) are potentially available,
but a broadcast may contain none or only
some of these services, at the election of
the program provider.
The defaults for closed caption may be specified by the
broadcasting station.
Using the Style option
The Style option sets the appearance of closed
caption text:
■ Font Size sets the caption size: Small, Standard,
Large.
■ Font Style sets a preset or user-defined caption
style.
■ FG (Foreground) Color sets the text color.
■ BG (Background) Color sets the background
color.
■ FG (Foreground) Opacity sets the text opacity.
■ BG (Background) Opacity sets the
background opacity.
■ Edge Style sets a preset edge style.
Selecting the OSD Language
You can use the OSD Language option to set the
language for the onscreen display.
Starting the Setup Wizard
You can start the Setup Wizard to be guided to select
the OSD language, the date and time, the TV signal
source (antenna or cable), and scan for the available
TV channels.
In the Setup Wizard menu, select Start, and then
press the OK button.
You can use the Input Labels option to change all the
input labels, except Antenna (or Cable), that appear
when you press the Source button on the remote
control or the TV.
The list of input sources identifies a connector set on
the rear of the TV:
■ Antenna or Cable is the ANT/Cable In
connector. The label shows the scan source
selection (Antenna or Cable) of the last channel
scan performed by either the Setup Wizard or the
Channel menu. This label cannot be changed.
■ AV1 is the Standard Definition Input AV Input 1
connector set of S-Vid or Video.
■ AV2 is the Standard Definition Input AV Input 2
connector set of S-Vid or Video.
■ Component 1 is the Component High Definition
Input 1 connector set.
■ Component 2 is the Component High Definition
Input 2 connector set.
■ PC is the PC Input (VGA) connector set.
■ HDMI 1 is the Digital High Definition Input
connector HDMI 1.
■ HDMI 2 is the Digital High Definition Input
connector HDMI 2.
■ HDMI 3 is the Digital High Definition Input
connector HDMI 3 (select models only).
The input labels that you can assign are:
■ Default (original input label)
■ AVR
■ DVD
■ PVR
■ Cable
■ DEC
■ Aux
■ SAT
■ VCR
Changing the TV Settings
Changing the TV Settings41
To change an input label by using the remote control:
1 Press the Menu button to open the OSD. The
available menus appear as a list.
2 Press the down arrow button to highlight the
Setup menu, and then press the OK button.
3 Press the down arrow button to move within the
menu and highlight the Input Labels option, and
then press OK to move into the option.
4 Press the down arrow button to highlight the input
source that you want to change, and then press
the right arrow button. Press the down arrow
button to select the new label, and then press OK
to enter the change.
5 When you are finished, press the Menu button to
close the OSD.
Returning to Default Settings
You can use the Default Settings menu to return all
settings, including the input labels, to the default value.
Select Default Settings, and then press the OK
button.
This option does not reset the channels in the Fav and
the channel list. These items are cleared only when you
run a new channel scan.
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Finding Answers to Questions
Understanding TV Terms
What are analog TV, digital TV,
and high-definition TV (HDTV)?
Devices such as monitors, tuners, and integrated
monitor/tuner combinations are designed to handle
any of the 18 formats officially sanctioned by the
industry-led standard setting, Advanced Television
Systems Committee (ATSC), for the digital transmission
of video signals. There are three subgroups of
digital televisions depending on their capabilities:
high-definition (HDTV), enhanced-definition (EDTV),
and standard-definition (SDTV).
In contrast, U.S. analog television has been available
for over 50 years in the single National Television
Standards Committee (NTSC) format. This is the signal
format that has been broadcast over the air and
through cable systems. NTSC television offers slightly
more than 480 interlaced lines of resolution.
To high-definition programming, your TV must receive
high-definition signals by means of a high-definition
signal source connected to the television. The source
can be an off-the-air high-definition antenna or cable
HD signal, or a HD source, such as a cable or satellite
provider HD set-top box, a HD-DVD player, and so on.
All sources except a HD antenna or cable HD signal,
must connect to one of the High Definition Input
connector sets on the rear pf the TV. Your cable or
satellite provider may require additional purchase for
high-definition programming; off-the-air high-definition
broadcasts may not be available in all areas.
What is the difference between
progressive and interlaced
signal formats for digital TVs?
There are 18 standard digital TV signal formats. Each
provides a different picture quality. The names of these
digital TV formats consist of a number followed by
either p (progressive) or i (interlaced). The letter refers
to the way the TV uses the signals to create the picture:
■ Progressive (p) scanning presents all the
horizontal lines of the picture in one frame. This
provides a sharper picture to the eye, and looks
much better than an interlaced image of the same
resolution.
■ Interlaced (i) means that the picture appears in
two segments; every other horizontal line of the
picture is displayed in one frame, and the other
half of the horizontal lines are displayed in the
next frame. This works because it happens so fast
that the eye is deceived into believing that only
one picture is being shown.
The number in the names of the formats refers to the
number of lines of resolution. Generally speaking, the
higher the number, the better the picture. For example,
with digital TV (DTV), there are two progressive
formats for broadcasters to choose from: 480p and
720p. 480p has 480 horizontal scan lines. Although
the 480p image is much sharper than a regular TV
broadcast, it is considered only a DTV signal and not a
true high-definition signal. 720p has 720 horizontal
scan lines and is considered to be true HDTV. 720p
can rival a 1080i picture, in which 1080 horizontal
scan lines are displayed as an interlaced image. The
sharper and more accurate (progressive) 720p picture
looks better, even though a 1080i picture has many
more scan lines and a much higher resolution.
Finding Answers to Questions
Finding Answers to Questions43
What is variable aspect ratio?
The aspect ratio describes the relationship of screen
width to screen height. Standard TV signals are based
on an aspect ratio of 4:3 (four units wide by three units
high). HDTV signals are based on an aspect ratio of
16:9, making the image 33 percent wider than a
normal TV, and enabling you to view TV and movies as
if you were watching them in a theater.
In addition, many DVD movies look better on the
widescreen display, because most of the movies made
in the last 50 years were filmed in an aspect ratio of
either 1.85:1 (very close to 16:9, which is equal to
1.78:1) or 2.35:1 (even wider than 16:9).
Variable aspect ratio support enables the scaling of
4:3 and anamorphic video so that the image fills the
screen.
What is HDMI?
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the first
industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/
video interface. HDMI components can transmit both
digital audio and video over a single cable, with
improved quality over traditional analog connections
because of an all-digital transmission. Transferring
digital sources such as DVDs and HDTV programming
can now be accomplished without analog conversions
that can degrade the original signal.
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Identifying Cable Usage
The following table lists all of the cable types that are
available for the TV. It shows a side view of each,
along with its connector.
Cable type/
connectionDescription
HDMICapable of transmitting both uncompressed digital audio and digital video signals,
because it has video, audio, and control signals.
DVI
DVI-D
DVI-I
ComponentThree-headed or five-headed cable: One for Pr signal (red), one for Y signal (green),
S-VideoUsed with equipment such as DVD players, VCRs, cable or satellite tuners and
DVI requires use of a separate audio cable.
DVI-D transmits digital video signals. DVI-D can be used with a DVI-to-HDMI
converter to connect to an HDMI connector on the TV.
DVI-I transmits both digital and analog video signals. DVI-I can be used only with a
DVI-to-VGA converter to connect a PC to the PC Input (VGA) connector on the TV.
and one for Pb signal (blue). Some component cables also have red and white
audio cables attached. Used for HDTV receivers, DVD players, and other devices
with YPbPr component output connectors.
decoders, camcorders, and digital cable boxes.
Finding Answers to Questions
CompositeUsed with equipment such as VCRs and DVD players.
Finding Answers to Questions45
Cable type/
connectionDescription (Continued)
Coaxial antennaRF or coaxial used for antennas or cable connections. Often used with a cable or a
satellite decoder (set-top box), if no other choice is available.
VGAInterface used with PCs and monitors.
Digital audioHigh-resolution optical audio cable used for optional external audio systems, such
as 5.1 channel surround sound.
RCARed and white audio connectors that connect to the red and white (L and R) audio
inputs.
RS-232Serial interface used for commercial purposes only.
Digital High Definition InputHDMI input (Type A) connectors with HDCP:
■ HDMI 1 (with HDMI Audio In L and R)
■ HDMI 2
■ HDMI 3 (select models only)
Component High Definition
Input
Standard Definition Input
■ 1: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
■ 2: Y, Pb, and Pr, and Audio L and R
■ AV Input 1: S-Vid, Video, and Audio L and R
■ AV Input 2: S-Vid, Video, and Audio L and R
PC InputVGA monitor input with Audio L/R (Line In)
Audio Output
■ Digital (Optical) in Dolby Digital or PCM format
■ Audio Output L and R stereo analog (RCA)
ANT/Cable In (RF input)75-ohm Unbalance, F-Type for VHF/UHF/CATV in
Serial RS-232 (select
Serial Input (Commercial use only)
models only)
Service PortUSB (Repair use only)
Weight
TV panel (no stand)HP LC4776N: 66.0 lb. (29.9 kg)
HP LC4276N, LC4272N, LC4270N: 52.8 lb. (23.9 kg)
HP LC3772N, LC3770N: 40.7 lb. (18.5 kg)
Specifications
HP LC3272N, LC3270N: 33 lb. (15.0 kg)
TV with standHP LC4776N: 75.9 lb. (34.4 kg)
HP LC4276N, LC4272N, LC4270N: 61.6 lb. (27.9 kg)
HP LC3772N, LC3770N: 49.5 lb. (22.5 kg)
HP LC3272N, LC3270N: 40.7 lb. (18.5 kg)
Environment
Operating temperature at humidity32º F to 95º F (0º C to 35º C) at 20% to 80% RH
Storage temperature at humidity–4º F to +122º F (–20º C to +50º C) at 10% to 90% RH
Specifications49
Accessories
In the boxDocumentation, remote control, cable clamp, and AC power cord
Certification and complianceUL, C-UL, FCC, BETS-7, ENERGY STAR qualified TV
Warranty1 year, parts and labor
All specifications represent the typical specifications
provided by HP’s component manufacturers; actual
performance may vary either higher or lower.
The panel life is determined as the time at which
luminance is 50% compared to that of initial value at
the typical lamp current on condition of continuous
operation at 25 +/– °C. 60,000 hours equates to
more than twenty-three years at seven hours a day
viewing.
PC Compatibility Chart
Pixel
Preset
1640 x 48031.5–59.9–25.2VGA
2640 x 48037.5–75.0–31.5VESA
3720 x 40031.5–70.1+28.3VGA
4800 x 60037.9+60.3+40.0VESA
5800 x 60046.9+75.0+49.5VESA
61024 x 76848.4–60.0–65.0VESA
format
Horiz.
freq. (kHz)
Horiz.
polarity
Vert.
freq. (Hz)
Vert.
polarity
Pixel clk.
(MHz)Source
71024 x 76856.5–70.1–75.0VESA
81024 x 76860.0–75.0–78.8VESA
91280 x 76847.4+60.0–68.3VESA
101280 x 102464.0+60.0+108.0VESA
111360 x 76847.7+60.0+85.5VESA
121920 x 108065.0+30.0+74.25EIA
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Troubleshooting
Refer to this section if you have startup, viewing, picture, sound, or remote control problems with your TV.
Startup questions
SymptomRemedy
I do not hear sound at power-on,
even though there is an image.
I do not hear sound from an HDMI
connected set-top box, DVD player,
or other device.
I do not see an image at power-on.
■ Is the volume too low? Press the Volume button.
■ Is mute turned on? Press the Mute button, or the Volume button.
■ Are the TV speakers turned off in the onscreen display (OSD) menu?
Press the Menu button to open the OSD. Press the down arrow button
to select Audio, and then press the OK button; press the down
arrow button to select Speaker, and press OK; press the down
arrow to select On, and then press OK. Press the Menu button to
close the OSD.
Check that the device outputs audio over HDMI in PCM format. Change
the device setting if needed.
This TV does not support audio input over HDMI in Dolby Digital format;
for more information, see “Understanding audio output” on page 32.
To use Dolby Digital output from your digital source device, connect the
digital output of your device directly to the input of your AV receiver or
external sound system that supports Dolby Digital.
■ Are the connections to the input signal source component correct?
Double-check that the cables are properly inserted into the colorcoded connectors.
■ Is the input signal source powered on? Turn on the set-top box, DVD
player, or other device that you are trying to view.
■ Is the correct input signal source selected? Press the Source button on
the remote control, and confirm that the source is selected.
■ Press the Menu button on the remote control, or on the TV:
■ If the OSD appears, check the cables to the input source, and
then press the Source button on the remote control, or on the TV,
to select the input source.
■ If the OSD does not appear, see the next symptom, “There is no
power.”
Troubleshooting51
Troubleshooting
SymptomRemedy (Continued)
There is no power.
The unit cannot be operated.
The color is strange, faded, or
misaligned.
The power suddenly turned off.
■ Press the Power button on the remote control.
■ If the Power light on the TV is on (blue), press the Power button on
the TV.
■ Is the AC power cord disconnected? Make sure that both ends of the
power cord are plugged in.
■ Is there power coming from the outlet? Plug a functional lamp or
other electrical device into the same outlet as the TV to make sure that
there is power coming from the outlet.
■ If you are using a power strip, make sure that it is turned on.
■ External influences such as lightning and static electricity may cause
improper operation. In this case, operate the unit after first turning on
the power of the TV, or after unplugging the AC power cord and
plugging it back in after 1 or 2 minutes.
■ Adjust the picture tone.
■ Is the room too bright? The picture may look dark in a room that is
too bright.
■ Check the input signal setting.
■ If you are watching a component device, make sure that the red,
blue, and green cables are fully inserted into the proper connectors
at both ends.
■ Is the sleep timer set?
■ The internal temperature of the TV has increased. Remove any
objects that are blocking the vent, or clean the vent.
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Viewing questions
SymptomRemedy
I get a poor picture with video signal
input.
Check the following: improper control setting, local interference, cable
interconnections. Adjust the picture control as needed. Try another
location for the TV. Make sure that all connections are secure.
There is no picture, and I have an
external device controlling the TV.
■ Press the Source button on the remote control, and confirm that the
source is selected.
■ Verify that the external device or PC power is turned on.
■ Make sure that the source device is connected.
■ Check the power management function of the source device. Is it in
standby mode?
■ Connect the source to the TV. Operate the external device or PC
(move the mouse, or press a key).
The picture, with a component input
source connected, is too red, blue, or
green, or it has black that is too
black or washed out.
■ Make sure that each cable is plugged into the correct color-coded
connector on the TV and on the input source device.
■ Make sure that the cables are fully inserted at both ends.
■ See “Adjusting the AV picture image” on page 31.
Picture quality questions
SymptomRemedy
Part of the picture is cut off, or the
picture is not centered.
Check the position adjustment settings, and adjust the screen settings
accordingly.
The picture image is too large or
too small.
Press the Aspect button on the remote control to select a different picture
image size.
The picture is unstable.Verify that the external device or PC resolution setting is correct. Adjust to
the appropriate resolution.
The picture has dark side bars and I
cannot remove the bars by choosing
a different aspect ratio.
Press the Info button on the remote control and read the station
transmission mode. Some stations transmit standard-definition
programming directly in 16:9 aspect ratio so that the image has
embedded dark side bars. For that type of input signal, the Panorama
mode is not available, and the Zoom1 and Zoom2 modes do not
eliminate the side bars.
When watching a DVD, the image
has dark stripes at the top and
bottom of the screen.
Film may be captured in many different widescreen ratios. When the
original film ratio does not match the TV ratio, the stripes appear above
and below the image.
Troubleshooting53
Troubleshooting
Remote control questions
SymptomRemedy
The remote control does not work.Check the following, and try the proposed solution:
■ Make sure that the batteries are inserted with the polarity properly
aligned.
■ Make sure that the remote control batteries are fresh. If they are worn
out, replace them with new batteries.
■ Make sure that the remote control is within correct operating range.
■ Make sure that the remote sensor window on the front of the TV is not
under too much light, direct sunlight, or strong artificial light.
■ Make sure that there are no obstacles are between the remote control
and the sensor window on the front of the TV.
■ Make sure that the remote control is aimed at the TV and is not farther
than 16.4 feet (5 meters) away.
The remote control does not control
other home entertainment equipment.
My universal remote control does not
find an HP TV code.
I cannot add a channel to the Fav
button favorite channel list.
This is not a universal remote control. It works only with your HP TV.
If you want to program a universal remote control to operate your HP TV,
if HP is not listed in the supported brand codes, use a Philips TV code.
The HP remote control transmits Philips-licensed remote control codes.
After programming your universal remote control with a Philips TV code,
it can operate your HP TV functions for: volume, mute, power, and input
source.
To be able to add a channel to the favorites list, the channel must be in
the channel list. The Setup Wizard, or the Auto Scan in the OSD
Channel menu, creates the channel list when it searches for channels.
Run the Setup Wizard or the Auto Scan; see “Starting the Setup
Wizard” on page 41, or “Searching for channels” on page 33.
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