Insignia IS-TV040923 Owner's Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL MANUAL DEL USUARIO MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS

27” MTS STEREO COLOR TELEVISION TELEVISOR A COLOR DE 27” CON SONIDO ESTÉREO MTS TÉLÉVISEUR COULEUR 27 po STÉRÉO AVEC DÉCODEUR MULTIVOIE

IS-TV040923

ATTENTION

ATENCIÓN

ATTENTION

If you purchase a universal remote control from your local retailer, please contact the remote manufacturer for the required programming code. Si usted ha comprado un control de remoto universal, por favor comuníquese con el fabricante para el código de programación requerido. Si vous utilisez avec cet appareil une télécommande universelle (autre que celle vendue avec ce téléviseur), consultez la documentation accompagnant la télécommande universelle afin de connaître le code numérique correspondant au téléviseur.

TV/CATV MODE SELECTION

SELECCIÓN DEL MODO DE TV/CATV

SÉLECTION DU MODE TV/CATV

When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" (Cable Television) mode. If not using CATV (Cable TV), set this menu option to the "TV" mode. Cuando se envía de la fábrica, la opción del menú de TV/CATV se ajusta al mode de "CATV" (Televisión por cable). Si no utiliza CATV, ajuste esta opción de menú al modo de "TV". Lorsque l'appareil sort de l'usine, l'option du menu TV/CATV est en mode « CATV » (câblodistribution). Si vous n'utilisez pas la câblodistribution, choisissez l'option « TV ».

IF CONTACT WITH CUSTOMER SERVICE IS REQUIRED

PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER READY PRIOR TO THE CALL

CUSTOMER SERVICE – 1-877-467-4289

SI NECESITA PONERSE EN CONTACTO CON EL SERVICIO DE ATENCIÓN AL CLIENTE, TENGA A MANO

EL NÚMERO DE MODELO ANTES DE LLAMAR AL

TELÉFONO 1-877-467-4289

S’IL FAUT CONTACTER LE SERVICE CLIENTÈLE, PRENEZ SOIN D’ÊTRE MUNI DU NUMÉRO DE

MODÈLE AVANT D’APPELER.

SERVICE CLIENTÈLE – 1-877-467-4289

INSIGNIA WEBSITE

FOR INFORMATION ON OUR OTHER PRODUCTS,

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT

www.insignia-products.com

SITIO WEB DE INSIGNIA

PARA INFORMACIÓN SOBRE NUESTROS OTROS PRODUCTOS,

VISITE NUESTRO PORTAL DE INTERNET EN

www.insignia-products.com

ENGLISH

ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

POUR DES INFORMATIONS SUR NOS AUTRES PRODUITS,

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly. Antes de utilizar su aparato favor de leer las siguientes instrucciones. Avant de mettre cet appareil en marche, veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel.

3T11131A [COVER] 2/24/05, 2:47 PM1

SITE WEB INSIGNIA

VEUILLEZ VISITER NOTRE SITE WEB

www.insignia-products.com

ENGLISH

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PAR TS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC

Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION

CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

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

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

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

3. HEED WARNINGS

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

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING

Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.

6. ATTACHMENTS

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

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES

Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.

8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION

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

10. POWER SOURCE

This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. If your unit is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

S3126A

3T11131A [E] P02-07 2/24/05, 2:47 PM2

13. LIGHTNING

To protect your unit 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 or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.

14. POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, 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.

15. OVERLOADING

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

16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Do not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect 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 grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

18. SERVICING

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

19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered

by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation.

e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

20. REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21. SAFETY CHECK

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

22. HEAT

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

23. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

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

ENGLISH

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A

3T11131A [E] P02-07 2/24/05, 2:47 PM3

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

FEATURES

• 181 Channel Tuner - The tuning system is capable of receiving all 68 VHF/UHF standard broadcast channels that

are available in your area. When operating on a cable system, it can tune to the standard VHF channel frequencies plus up to 113 cable channel frequencies. The actual number of channels received depends upon channel reception in your area or your cable system.

• On-Screen 3 Language Display - This TV can display the on screen language in English, Spanish or French.

• Sleep Timer - Operable from the remote control, this TV can be programmed up to 120 minutes to turn off automatically.

• Memory Back Up - This system prevents loss of memorized channel selections in case a power interruption to the

TV should occur.

•V-Chip - The V-Chip function can read the rating of a TV program or movie content if the program is encoded with this information. V-Chip will allow you to set a restriction level.

Picture Control Adjustments - The On-Screen display allows precise remote control adjustment of BRIGHTNESS,

•

COLOR, CONTRAST, SHARPNESS and TINT.

• Closed Captioned Decoder - Displays text captions or 1/2 of full screen text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers.

• Stereo/SAP Reception - This TV is designed to receive stereo and second audio program (SAP) broadcasts

where available.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

FRONT BACK

1. POWER Button - Press to turn the TV on or off.

2. Remote Sensor - Signals from the Remote Control

unit are received here.

3. CHANNEL ▼ / ▲ Buttons - Press to select a higher

or lower numbered channel set into memory. (ENTER Button) - Press to enter or select information for On-Screen operations. (RESET Button) - Press, while in the On-Screen menu mode, to reset the On-Screen picture adjustments to their factory preset positions.

4. VOLUME ▼ / ▲ Buttons - Press to raise or lower the

level of the sound. (MENU Buttons) - Press both VOLUME ▼ / ▲ buttons at the same time to display the On-Screen menu function. (SET – / + Buttons) - Press to select the desired setting during On-Screen operations.

697

5. FRONT AUDIO (L / R) / VIDEO IN Jacks (AUX2) -

Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here.

6. VHF/UHF IN (ANT) Jack - Connect a VHF/UHF antenna or CATV cable to this jack.

7. S-VIDEO IN Jack - S-Video signal cable from an external source can be connected here.

8. REAR AUDIO (L / R) / VIDEO IN Jacks (AUX1) -

Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here.

9. AC Power Cord - Plug into an outlet having 120V, 60 Hz AC power only.

3T11131A [E] P02-07 2/24/05, 2:47 PM4

REMOTE CONTROL

1. POWER Button - Press to turn the TV on. Press again to

turn the TV off.

2. Direct Channel Selection Buttons (0-9) - Allows direct access to any channel.

3. QUICK VIEW Button - This button allows you to go back to the previous channel selected by just pressing the QUICK VIEW button. Press this button again to return to the channel you were watching.

POWER

123

456

7089

QUICK VIEW CALL

SLEEP

VOL

RESET

TV/AV

–

SET

CAP/TEXT

MUTE

ENTER

AUDIO

SELECT

CH.1/2

VOL

SLEEP Button - To set the TV to turn off after a preset amount

of time, press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The clock will count down 10 minutes each time the button is pressed in the order of 120, 110, 100, ······ 20, 10, 0. After the sleep time is programmed, the display will disappear then reappear momentarily every ten minutes to remind you the sleep timer function is operating. To confirm

the sleep time setting, press the SLEEP button once and the remaining time will be momentarily displayed. To cancel

sleep time,

press the SLEEP button repeatedly until the display turns to 0.

5. VOL (VOLUME) / Buttons - Press the button to increase, or the button to decrease the volume level.

6. MENU Button - Press to display the On-Screen menu function.

7. SET – / + Buttons - Press to select the desired setting during On-Screen operations.

8. RESET Button - Press to reset the On-Screen picture adjustments to their factory preset positions.

9. TV/AV Button - Switches between TV and external inputs.

10. CALL Button - When you press this button, the channel

number will appear in the upper right corner of the screen. Press the button again to remove display from the screen.

11. MUTE Button - To turn off the sound, press this button once. The TV will be silenced and the symbol “MUTE” will appear on the screen. The muting feature can be released by pressing the MUTE button again or one of the VOL

or button.

12. CH (CHANNEL) / Buttons - Press the button to change to a higher numbered channel set into memory. Press the button to change to a lower numbered channel set into memory.

13. ENTER Button - Press to enter or select information for On- Screen operations.

14. AUDIO SELECT Button - Switches sound between mono and stereo when receiving broadcasts in stereo.

15.

CH.1/2 Button - Switches between Channel 1 and Channel 2

in the Closed Caption mode.

16.

TV/CAP/TEXT Button - Press this button to switch between

normal TV and the two Closed Caption modes (captions and 1/2 of full screen text). Closed Captioning will display text on screen for hearing impaired viewers.

ENGLISH

Before using the remote control, batteries must first be installed.

HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES

1. Open the battery compartment cover.

2. Install two “AAA” batteries (not supplied).

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

3T11131A [E] P02-07 2/24/05, 2:47 PM5

Use two “AAA” size batteries. The batteries may last approximately one year depending on how much the remote control is used. For best performance, it is recommended that batteries should be replaced on a yearly basis, or when the remote operation becomes erratic. Do not mix old and new batteries or different types.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

These precautions should be followed when using batteries in this device:

• Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

• 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.

• Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g.

Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.

• If the device is not to be used for a long period of time,

remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

•

Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture (follow battery manufacturer's directions).

ANTENNA/CATV CONNECTIONS

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna

Single 75 ohm Cable

300 ohm Twin-lead Wire

Splitter

UHF Antenna 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire

Take off the Splitter

300-75 ohm Matching Transformer (not supplied)

VHF Antenna Single 75 ohm Cable

300 ohm Twin-lead Wire

Incoming CATV

Converter/ Descrambler

B SwitchSplitter

300-75 ohm Matching Transformer (not supplied)

Combiner

(not supplied)

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Single 75 ohm Cable or 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire)

Connect the 75 ohm cable from a combination VHF/UHF antenna to the Antenna Jack. If your combination antenna has a 300 ohm Twinlead Wire, use the 300-75 ohm Matching Transformer (not supplied).

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Separate VHF and UHF 300 ohm Twin-leads)

Connect the UHF Twin-lead Wire to a Combiner (not supplied). Connect the VHF Twin-lead to the 300-75 ohm Matching Transformer (not supplied).

Attach the Transformer to the Combiner.

Attach the Combiner to the Antenna Jack.

This television has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box. Some cable companies offer “premium pay channels” in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by the cable company.

Separate VHF/UHF Antennas

Connect the 75 ohm Cable from the VHF antenna and the UHF antenna Twin-lead to a combiner (not supplied). Attach the Combiner to the Antenna Jack.

NOTE: If your VHF antenna has a Twin-lead Wire, use the 300-75

ohm Matching Transformer (not supplied), then connect the Transformer to the Combiner.

For Subscribers to Basic Cable TV Service

For basic cable service not requiring a Converter/Descrambler box, connect the CATV 75 ohm Coaxial Cable directly to the Antenna Jack on the back of the television.

For Subscribers to Scrambled Cable TV Service

If you subscribe to a cable service which requires the use of a Converter/Descrambler box, connect the incoming cable to the Converter/Descrambler box and connect the output of the box to the Antenna Jack on the back of the television. Follow the connections shown left. Set the television to the output of the Converter/ Descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the Converter/ Descrambler box to select channels.

For Subscribers to Unscrambled Basic Cable with Scrambled Premium Channels

If you subscribe to a cable service in which basic cable channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a Converter/Descrambler box, you may wish to use a two-set signal splitter (sometimes called a “two-set coupler”) and an A/B Switch box from the cable installer or an electronics supply store. Follow the connections shown left. With the switch in the “B” position, you can directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the “A” position, tune your TV to the output of the Converter/ Descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the box to tune scrambled channels.

AUDIO/VIDEO JACK CONNECTIONS

The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the TV is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner's Manual provided with each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.

The connection diagrams below are offered as suggestions. You may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components. The diagrams are intended to show component video and audio interconnections only.

Press the TV/AV selector button to select the AV mode to use the TV as a monitor.

TV/AV SELECTION

If you connect the TV to a VCR, camcorder, or TV game, through the audio/video in jacks, use the TV/AV button to make your selection.

Press the TV/AV button repeatedly to select the desired mode. “AUX1” or “AUX2” will display on the screen for 4 seconds.

TV AUX 1 AUX 2

1. To connect the TV to a VCR Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX1.

Rear of TV

AUDIO (R)

To Audio/

Video OUT

VCR

AUDIO (L)

(not supplied)

AUX1

VIDEO

2. To connect the TV to a TV Game Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX2.

The TV can also be used as a display device for many video games. However, due to the wide variety of different types of signal generated by these devices and subsequent hook-up variations required, they have not all been included in the suggested connection diagrams. You'll need to consult each component's Owner's Manual for additional information.

To Audio/Video OUT

Video Game

Front of TV

(MONO)

VIDEO IN

L–AUDIO IN–R

(not supplied)

3. To connect the TV to the camcorder

Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX2.

To playback from the camcorder, connect the camcorder to the TV as shown.

To AV OUT jack

Front of TV





 

(not supplied)

3T11131A [E] P02-07 2/24/05, 2:47 PM6

AUDIO/VIDEO JACK CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)

4. To connect the TV to a VCR with an S-VIDEO Cable

Set the TV/AV selection for this connection, to AUX1.

If you connect a VCR with a S-VIDEO cable to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the rear of the TV, you must also connect the audio cables to the AUDIO IN jacks on the rear of the TV. The S-VIDEO cable only carries the video signal. The audio signal is separate.

VCR

SETTING LANGUAGE

This TV can display the on-screen language in English, Spanish or French. On-screen language selection (step 3) will automatically appear on the screen when you press the MENU button initially. Select the language you prefer first, then proceed with the other menu options.

Rear of TV

(not supplied)

AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R)

(not supplied)

NOTE: When the S-video cable and the video cable

are connected to each jack at the same time, the S-video cable takes precedence over the video cable.

ENGLISH

Press the MENU button.

Press the SET + or – button to

select the “LANGUAGE” mode, then press the ENTER button.

NOTE:

If Spanish or French is chosen, the Closed Caption indicators will be in the selected language, but the Closed Caption text will not be affected by the language selection.

MENU CH SETUP PICTURE STABLE SOUND ON OFF LANGUAGE V-CHIP SET

Press the SET + or – button to

select the desired language: English (ENGLISH), Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANCAIS), then press the ENTER button.

Press the MENU button until the menu screen is

cleared.

TV OPERATION

To turn on the TV, press the POWER button.

The VOLUME can be adjusted to a desired level by

pressing the VOL (VOLUME)

The sound level will be indicated on the TV screen by green bars and a number. As the sound level increases, so do the number of bars and the number on the screen. The same is true for decreasing the level.

Set the TV/CATV menu option to the appropriate position. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the CABLE TV setting. See “TO MEMORIZE CHANNELS”.

TV - VHF/UHF channels CATV - CABLE TV channels

CH (CHANNEL) and buttons

Press and release the CH (CHANNEL) The channel automatically stops at the next channel set into memory. Press and hold the button down to change channels more quickly.

or button.

For proper operation, before selecting channels, they should be set into the TV's memory. See “TO MEMORIZE CHANNELS”.

Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9)

Press these buttons to select a channel. The channel number will appear on the upper right corner of the TV screen. If an invalid channel number is selected, the display will revert to the original channel.

TV Mode Direct Channel Selection

When the TV/CATV menu option is in the TV position, all channels can be instantly selected by using two buttons. (For example, to select channel 2, press “0”, then “2”. If you press only “2”, channel selection will be delayed for a few seconds). For channels 10 and above, press the 2 digits in order.

CATV Mode Direct Channel Selection

When the TV/CATV menu option is in the CATV position, channels can be selected as follows:

CH. 1-9

CH. 10-12

CH. 13-99

CH. 100-125

NOTE: If the station being viewed stops broadcasting, the

TV will automatically shut off after 15 minutes.

Press “0” twice, then 1-9 as needed. Example, to select channel 2, press “002”. Press “0”, then remaining 2 digits. Example, to select channel 12, press “012”. Press the 2 digits in order. Example, to select channel 36, press “36”. Press the 3 digits in order. Example, to select channel 120, press “120”.

3T11131A [E] P02-07 2/24/05, 2:47 PM7

TO MEMORIZE CHANNELS

This TV is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the TV's memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this TV can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this TV with an antenna, set the TV/CATV menu option to the TV setting. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the CATV setting.

TV/CATV SELECTION

Press the MENU button.

Press the SET + or – button until

the indicator next to “CH SETUP” begins to flash, then press the ENTER button.

Press the SET + or – button until

the indicator next to “TV/CATV” begins to flash.

Press the ENTER button to select the TV or CATV

mode. The arrow indicates the selected mode.

Press the MENU button twice to return to normal TV

viewing.

The chart below is typical of many cable system channel allocations.

MENU CH SETUP PICTURE STABLE SOUND ON OFF LANGUAGE V-CHIP SET

TV CATV

AUTO CH MEMORY

ADD / DELETE

AUTOMATIC CHANNEL MEMORY

Press the MENU button.

Press the SET + or – button until

the indicator next to “CH SETUP” begins to flash, then press the

MENU CH SETUP PICTURE STABLE SOUND ON OFF LANGUAGE V-CHIP SET

ENTER button.

Press the SET + or – button until

the indicator next to “AUTO CH MEMORY” begins to flash, then

TV CATV

AUTO CH MEMORY

ADD / DELETE

press the ENTER button. The TV will begin memorizing all the channels available in your area. Channel numbers will remain red until auto memorizing is complete.

Press the MENU button twice to return to normal TV

viewing.

TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELS

Press the MENU button.

Press the SET + or – button until

the indicator next to “CH SETUP” begins to flash, then press the ENTER button.

Press the SET + or – button until

the indicator next to “ADD/DELETE” begins to flash, then press the ENTER button.

MENU CH SETUP PICTURE STABLE SOUND ON OFF LANGUAGE V-CHIP SET

TV CATV

AUTO CH MEMORY

ADD / DELETE

CATV CHART

Number on this TV Corresponding CATV channel

23J24K25L26M27N28O29P30Q31

41EE42FF43GG44HH45II46JJ47KK48LL49

59WW60

AAA61BBB62CCC63DDD64EEE65FFF66GGG67HHH

RRR78SSS79TTT80UUU81VVV82WWW83XXX84YYY85ZZZ

95 A-596A-497A-398A-299A-1

113

114

115

113

114

115

100

101

102

100

101

116

117

116

117

102

118

120

119

118

120

119

14A15B16C17D18E19F20G21H22

32S33T34U35V36W37AA38BB39CC40

50NN51OO52PP53QQ54RR55SS56TT57UU58

68 III69JJJ70KKK71LLL

8686878788888989909091919292939394

104

105

106

103

104

103

122

121

122

121

107

105

106

107

123

124

125

123

124

125015A

NNN74OOO75PPP76QQQ

MMM

108

109

110

108

109

110

111 111

NOTE: Contact your cable company to determine the

type of cable system used in your area.

Select the desired channels to be added or deleted

112 112

using the Direct Channel Selection buttons (10 keys, 0-9), the CH

Press the ENTER button to select ADD or DELETE.

or button or the SET + or – button.

If an unmemorized channel was selected (step 4), the channel indication will be red. Press the ENTER button if you wish to ADD the unmemorized channel. The channel indicator will change from red to green when a channel is added and the channel will be memorized. If a memorized channel was selected (step 4), the channel indication will be green.

Press the ENTER button if you wish

ADD CH 012

to DELETE the channel from memory. The channel indicator will change from green to red when a channel is deleted. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each channel to be added or deleted.

Press the MENU button three times after adding or

deleting all of the desired channels, to return to normal TV viewing.

3T11131A [E] P08-11 2/24/05, 2:47 PM8

SETTING V-CHIP

This TV is fitted with a V-CHIP controller which provides you with channel viewing access controls and restrictions. This function is to prevent your children from watching violence or sexual scenes that you may choose to exclude.

Press the MENU button and press the SET + or – button

to select the V-CHIP SET option, then press the ENTER button.

Enter your password (4 digits) using the Direct channel

selection buttons (0-9). In the event of entering incorrect password press the RESET button and re-enter the correct password. Then press the ENTER button.

Enter the same password for confirmation, then press

the ENTER button. Press the SET + or – button to select the V-CHIP option.

Press the ENTER button to select the ON. Press the SET + or – button to select the TV RATING or

MOVIE RATING option. Press the ENTER button. Press the SET + or – button to select the desired rating

for the applicable video or TV channel. Press the ENTER button.

Press the MENU button until the MENU screen is

cleared.

NOTES:

•

If you want to change password, follow steps 1-3 and select “CHANGE PASSWORD” option then enter your new password.

• The V-Chip function is activated only on programs and tapes that have the rating signal.

• Once you block a program using the V-Chip function, the blocked program cannot be watched based on the content of the show. When the program starts, the “INPUT PASSWORD” will appear on the screen. When you want to release the V-Chip temporarily, enter the password. If you change the channel or turn off the TV while the V-Chip function was temporarily released, the original setting will be resumed. If you return to the channel you were watching you must re-enter your password to temporarily release your V-Chip function again.

• If you are changing channels using a VCR or a cable box, while the TV remains on channel 3 or 4, the V-Chip operates differently. When you enter your password to temporarily release the block on any channel, you have completely disabled the V-Chip function for all stations. To reset the V-Chip turn your TV off and back on.

• Some cable boxes are built with a delay feature, in some cases it can take up to 10 seconds for a program to appear after the password has been input.

TV RATING

SET – SET +

OFF

TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G

When you select TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA, press the CALL button to explain the rating. Press the SET + or – button to select the desired rating you want. Press the ENTER button to select the setting ON or OFF.

TV–Y TV-PG

: all children : 7 years old and above : childrens program

TV-Y7 TV-G TV-14 TV-MA

TV-PG

: parental guidance

TV-14

: 14 years old and above

TV-MA

: 17 years old and above

MOVIE RATING

SET – SET +

OFF

: all ages

: parental guidance

PG-13

less than 13 years old

PG PG-13 R NC-17

: under 17 years old

NC-17 X

parental guidance

suggested : 17 years old and above : adult only

ENGLISH

CLOSED CAPTION

WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING?

This television has the capability to decode and display Closed Captioned television programs. Closed Captioning will display text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers or it will translate and display text in another language.

TO VIEW CLOSED CAPTIONS

Press the TV/CAP/TEXT button on the remote control to switch between normal TV and the two Closed Caption Modes (Captions and 1/2 of Full Screen Text).

Captions: This Closed Caption Mode will display text on the

screen in English or another language (depending on the setting of the Closed Captions CH.1/2 button). Generally, Closed Captions in English are transmitted on Captions Channel 1 and Closed Captions in other languages are transmitted on Captions Channel 2.

• When activating the Closed Captioned Decoder, there will be a short delay before the Closed Captioned text appears on the screen.

• Closed Captioned text is only displayed in locations where it is available.

• If no caption signal is received, no captions will appear, but the television will remain in the Caption Mode.

• Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally appear during Closed Captioning. This is normal with Closed Captioning, especially with live programs. This is because during live programs, captions are also entered live. These transmissions do not allow time for editing.

• When Captions are being displayed, on-screen displays, such as volume and mute may not be seen or may interfere with Closed Captions.

• Some cable systems and copy protection systems may interfere with the Closed Captioned signal.

• If using an indoor antenna or if TV reception is very poor, the Closed Caption Decoder may not appear or may appear with strange characters or misspelled words. In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception or use an outdoor antenna.

The Captions will appear in places on the screen where they will least interfere with the picture, usually on the bottom of the screen. News programs will usually show three-line Closed Captions which scroll onto the screen. Most other shows provide two or three lined Captions placed near the character who is speaking so the viewer can follow the dialogue. Words in italics or underlined describe titles, words in foreign languages or words requiring emphasis. Words that are sung usually appear enclosed by musical notes.

Text: The Text Closed Caption Mode will usually fill 1/2 of full

screen with a programming schedule or other information. After selecting a Closed Caption Mode, it will stay in effect until it is changed, even if the channel is changed. If the Captions signal is lost due to a commercial or a break in the signal, the Captions will reappear when the signal is received again. If the channels are changed, the Captions will be delayed approximately 10 seconds. For television programs broadcasting with Closed Captions, look in your TV guide for the Closed Captions symbol (CC).

3T11131A [E] P08-11 2/24/05, 2:47 PM9

STEREO AND SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP)

The TV is equipped with a feature known as Multi-channel TV Sound or MTS. MTS broadcasts greatly enhance TV viewing by bringing you programs with high fidelity stereo sound. MTS also provides an extra channel called the Second Audio Program or SAP which broadcasters can use to transmit a second language for bilingual transmission or for other purposes.

LISTENING TO STEREO SOUND

When the TV is turned on or a channel selection is made, make certain that the word “STEREO” appears on the screen. This means that “Stereo” broadcasting is available. You can enjoy stereo sound from the left and right speakers.

• When the “MONO” broadcasting is received, no indication

is displayed.

• If the broadcast signal is not strong enough or clear stereo

sound is not available, press the AUDIO SELECT button to change to mono sound. The noise should be eliminated. Press it again to return to the stereo sound.

LISTENING TO SAP (SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM)

When the TV is turned on or a channel selection is made, make certain that the letters “SAP” appear on the screen. This means that the “Second Audio Program” broadcasting is available.

TO SELECT DESIRED SOUND

Press the AUDIO SELECT button to select the desired sound.

MONO+SAP BROADCASTING

MAIN SOUND

(MONO)

SAP SOUND

MAIN + SAP SOUND

(MONO)

STEREO+SAP BROADCASTING

MAIN SOUND

(STEREO)

MAIN SOUND

(MONO)

SAP SOUND

MAIN + SAP SOUND

(MONO)

STABLE SOUND

When a loud sound is broadcast the stable sound feature assists in balancing the volume to a more comfortable listening level.

Press the MENU button.

Press the ENTER button to select ON or OFF.

Press the SET + or – button until the indicator next to “STABLE SOUND” begins to flash.

MENU CH SETUP PICTURE STABLE SOUND ON OFF LANGUAGE V-CHIP SET

ADJUSTING PICTURE

You can adjust the settings for color, sharpness, contrast, brightness and tint.

Press the MENU button.

1 2

Press the SET + or – button until the indicator next to “PICTURE” begins to flash, then press the ENTER button.

Press the ENTER button repeatedly to select the item

you want to adjust.

CONTRAST COLORBRIGHTNESS TINT SHARPNESS

Press the SET + or – button to adjust the setting.

BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR TINT SHARPNESS

increase brightness increase contrast brilliant color greenish color makes picture clearer

decrease brightness decrease contrast

pale color reddish color makes picture softer

–

TO RETURN TO INITIAL SETTING

Press the RESET button while the picture adjusting mode appears on-screen.

3T11131A [E] P08-11 2/24/05, 2:47 PM10

+ 22 hidden pages