T o reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover or
back. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose your
TV to rain or moisture.
Caution
To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade on the power
cord plug to the wide slot on an electric outlet. If the plug does
not fit, consult a licensed electrician to replace the obsolete
outlet. Do not modify the power cord plug, or you will defeat
this safety feature.
This symbol indicates that dangerous
voltage con stituting a risk of electric sho ck
is present within your TV. This label is
located on the back of your TV.
This symbol indicates that there are
important operating and maintenance
instructions in the literatur e accompan ying
your TV.
Warning
Your TV contains tin-lead solder and a fluorescent lamp
containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated for environmental reasons. For
disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities
or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eia.org.
Read instructions
Read all of the safety and operating instructions
before you use your TV.
Retain instructions
Retain safety and operating instructio ns for
future reference.
Follow warnings and instructions
Follow all warnings on your TV and in the
operating instructions. Follow all operating and
use instructions.
Water and moisture
Do not use your TV near water. For example, do
not use it near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
Cleaning
Unplug your TV before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a damp cloth
to clean the exterior of your TV.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back
or bottom are provided for ventilation, reliable
operation, and protection from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered.
Do not block the openings by placing your TV on
a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not
place your TV near or over a radiator or heat
register. Do not place your TV in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or rack, unless
you provide correct ventilation or follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Heat
Make sure that your TV is located away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
Grounding or polarization
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
grounding prong. The wide blade or grounding
prong are provided for your safety. If the plug
does not fit, contact an electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet.
Power cord protection
Route power cords so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed on or
against them. Pay particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from your TV.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by
Insignia because they may cause hazards.
Stand
Do not place your TV on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. Your TV may fall,
causing serious personal injury and serious
damage to your TV. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with your TV. If y o u mount
your TV to the wall, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer. Your TV and
cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause your TV and cart
combination to overturn.
Lightning
For added protection for your TV’s receiver
during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the power outlet and disconnect
the antenna or cable system. This helps prevent
damage to your TV from lightning and power line
surges.
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Servicing
Do not attempt to service your TV yourself
because opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, make
sure that the service technician uses
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
that have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, personal injury, or
other hazards.
Overloading
Do not overload power outlets and extension
cords because this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
Object and liquid entry
Never push objects of any kind into your TV
through openings because objec ts may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on your TV.
Damage requiring service
Unplug this TV from the power outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
•When the power supply cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
•If liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into your TV.
•If your TV has been exposed to rain or
water.
•If your TV does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions
because incorrect adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore your TV
to its normal operation.
•If your TV has been dropped or
damaged in any way.
•When your TV exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, make
sure that the service technician uses
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
that have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, personal injury, or
other hazards.
Safety check
After completing any service or repair to this TV,
ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks to determine that your TV is in
correct operating condition.
Power source
Operate your TV only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supplied to your
home, consult your TV dealer or local power
company.
Screen protection
Your TV’s screen is made of glass. Do not drop
your TV or hit the glass screen. If the screen
breaks, be careful of broken glass.
Pixel defect
Your TV’ s screen is designed to display finely
detailed pictures. Occasionally, a few non-active
pixels may appear on the screen as fixed points
of blue, green, or red. This is not a defect and
does not affect your TV’s performance.
Outdoor antenna grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to your TV, make sure that the
antenna or cable system is grounded to provide
some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70,
provides information with respect to correct
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of the antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
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This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC that provides guidelines for correct
grounding and in parti c ula r, specifies that the
cable ground must be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the
point of cable entry as practical.
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Features
Front
ControlDescription
1Power indicat or Lights when your TV is turned on.
2Remote sensorReceives signals fr om the remote control.
Side and Back
Top
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#ControlDescription
1CH+/CH–Press to change the channel.
In the on-screen menu, press to select
menus and options.
2VOL+/VOL–Press to increase or decrease th e volume.
In the on-screen menu, press to adjust a
setting or change a value.
3MENUPress to open the o n-screen menu.
4INPUTPress to select the video input.
5PowerPress to turn your TV on or off.
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3
5
Remove
the jack
cover
#Jack
1S/PDIF digital audio output (optical)
2HDMI input
3D-SUB AUDIO input
4D-SUB PIC (video) input
5COMPONENT INPUT Y
6COMPONENT INPUT Cb/Pb
7COMPONENT INPUT Cr/Pr
8COMPONENT INPUT R AUDIO
9COMPONENT INPUT L AUDIO
10RF (antenna input)
11S-VIDEO input
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#Jack
12AV INPUT VIDEO
13AV INPUT L AUDI O
14AV INPUT R AUDIO
15RS-232 control interface
16Right speaker output jack
17AV OUT VIDEO
18AV OUT L AUDIO
19AV OUT R AUDIO
20HEADPHONE
21Left speaker output jack
Remote control
Note
For instructions on programming the remote
control, see “Programming the remote control” on
page 18.
#ButtonDescription
1SETPress to program the remote
2[Device butt ons]TV–Press to select the TV.
3[Number butt ons] Press to enter channel numbers.
4INPUTPress to select the video input.
5Press to go to last viewed channel.
6+ CH –Press to change TV channels.
7MUTEPress to mute the sound.
8MENUPress to open th e on-screen menu.
9
OK
10
11Press to start recording a video t ape
12Press to fast-reverse a DVD or video
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14 MTS/SAPPress to select one of the preset
15 ZOOMPress to select the aspect ratio.
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17 [LED]Lights when you are progr a mming
18 —Press to select a sub-channel. For
19 + VOL –Press to adjust the volume.
20 INFOPress to display status information.
21 EXITPress to close the on-screen menu.
22Press to start DVD or CD playback if
23Press to stop DVD or CD playback if
24Press to fast-forward a video tape or
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26 SLEEPPress to set the sleep timer. For
[Power]
control. For more informati on, see
“Programming the remote control ”
on page 18.
DVD–Press to select a connected
DVD player.
CBL–Press to select cable or satellite
TV.
AUX–Press to select a devi ce
assigned to this button.
In the on-screen menu, press to
enter your parental control’s
password.
Press the arrows to move down, up,
left, or right in the on-screen menu.
Press the OK button to confirm
changes or to toggle options on and
off in the on-screen menu.
Press to pause a video tape or D VD.
Press again to resume playback.*
or DVD.*
tape.*
Press to skip to the previous chapter
on a DVD.*
audio modes. You can select MONO,
STEREO, or SAP.
Press to turn on y our TV or put it
into Standby mode.
the remote control. For more
information, see “Prog ramming the
remote control ” on page 18.
more information, see “Selecting a
digital sub-channel” on page13.
a DVD or CD player is connec ted.*
a DVD or CD player is connec ted.*
DVD.*
Press to skip to the next chapter of a
DVD.*
more information, see “Setting the
sleep timer” on page 15.
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#ButtonDescription
27 CCDPress to turn closed captions on and
28 PICT UREPress to select the picture mode.
29 FREEZEPress to freeze the video image.
30 AUDIOPress to select the sound mode.
31 A, B, C, D, EThese buttons do not have any
* For the remote to control your VCR or DVD player, the remote
control must be programmed to operate it. For more information,
see “Programming the remote control” on page 18.
off. For more information, see
“Viewing closed capt ions” on
page 15.
Press again to unfreeze the image.
Do not freeze the video image for
long periods of time. You may
damage the TV screen.
function for this TV. They may,
however, be used with other devices
when this remote is used as a
universal remote control . T he exact
function depends on the specific
device being controlled.
Using the remote control
To use the remote control:
•Point the remote control towards the remote
sensor on the front of your TV.
Setting up your TV
Installing remote control batteries
To install the remote control batteries:
1 Remove the battery cover.
2 Insert two AA batteries into the battery
compartme nt. Make sure that you match the
+ and – symbols on the batteries with the +
and – symbols in the battery compartment.
60°
16.4 ft.
(5 m)
Notes
• Do not expose the remote control to shock or
liquids.
• Do not use the remote control in an area with
high humidity.
• Do not place the remote control in direct
sunlight.
• Do not place objects, such as furniture,
between the remote control and the remote
sensor.
• The remote control may not work if direct
sunlight or bright light shines on the remote
sensor. Either move your TV or change the
angle at which you use the remote control.
3 Replace the cover.
Notes
• Do not mix batteries of different types.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Remove batteries when the charge is depleted.
• Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the
batteries leak, clean the battery compartment
with a cloth. If chemicals touch your skin, wash
immediately.
• If the remote control is not going to be used for
an extended period of time, remove the
batteries.
Connecting your TV to a power outlet
To connect your TV to a power outlet:
•Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
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Notes
• Make sure that you use the correct type of
power. See the label on your TV.
• If you do not intend to use your TV for an
extended period of time, unplug the power cord
from the power outlet.
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Attaching and connecting the speaker
To attach and connect the speaker to your
TV:
1 Unplug the TV power cord and all devices
connected to your TV.
2 Attach the speaker and fixed board to the TV
with the screws (supplied) and tighten
securely.
3 Install the two connecting covers on the fixed
boards.
4 Connect the speakers to the speaker jacks
on the sides of your TV. Make sure that you
connect the speaker audio cables to the
speaker output jacks matching the + and polarity of the speakers by color.
Fixed board
Speaker
Fixed board
Use the following illustration to connect an
outside antenna:
Combination antenna
Combiner
IN
OR
75 ohm
cable
UHF
antenna
Separate antennas
OR
Antenna
cable
VHF/UHF antenna
300 ohm cable
with adapter
OUT
VHF/UHF
antenna
VHF
antenna
Screws
Connecting
cover
Connecting an outside antenna
Antenna cables come in two types: 75 ohm and
300 ohm.
75 ohm cable
300 ohm cable
•If your antenna cable has a 75 ohm
connector, connect the cable to the coaxial
jack on the back of your TV.
•If your antenna cable has a 300 ohm
connector, connect the cable to a
300-75 ohm adapter (not included), connect
the adapter to a 75 ohm cable, then connect
the other end of the 75 ohm connector to the
coaxial jack on the back of your TV.
Screws
Connecting
cover
Connecting cable TV
Your TV has a 75 ohm jack for connecting cable
TV.
Some cable TV providers scramble the signals
for “premium” (pay) channels. To view these
channels, you need a converter/descrambler
box.
If you do not have a converter/descrambler box,
you can connect your cable TV directly to your
TV. If you ha v e a con verter/ descra mble r bo x, y ou
can connect your cable TV using an RF switch
(not supplied). For more information about
connecting a converter/descramble box, contact
your cable TV provider.
To connect cable TV without a
converter/descrambler box:
1 Connect one end of a 75 ohm cable to the
coaxial jack on the back of your TV .
2 Connect the other end of the cable to the
cable TV wall outlet.
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To connect cable TV with a
converter/descrambler box:
•Use the following illustration to connect a
converter/descrambler box. (The RF switch
and the signal splitter are not provided.)
Set the RF switch to the A position to watch
unscrambled channels using your TV remote
control. Set the RF switch to the B position to
watch scrambled channels using the
converter/descrambler controls.
RF switch
A
B
Out
TV
Cable converter/descrambler box
Two-set signal splitter
In
Connecting a sound system
To connect to a sound system:
1 Plug the S/PDIF optical cable into the S/PDIF
jack on the back of your TV.
2 Plug the othe r end of the S/PDIF cable into
the S/PDIF in jack on the sound system.
Warning
Make sure that you turn off and unplug your TV
before installing devices.
Note
For home theater systems, use an S/PDIF
(optical) cable to achieve full sound capabilities.
Connecting a VCR
You can connect a VCR with a standard
audio/video cable or with a S-Video cable. The
S-Video cable does not carry sound. If you use
an S-Video cable, you need to use audio cables
to connect the audio output.
Warning
Make sure that you turn off and unplug your TV
before installing devices.
Note
For better video, use the S-Video jack if your VCR
has an S-Video connection.
To connect a VCR and play a videotape:
1 Plug the audio/video cable into the AUDIO L,
AUDIO R, and VIDEO in jacks on the back of
your TV.
2 Plug the other end of the audio/video cable
into the audio and video out jacks on the
VCR.
- OR Plug in the audio cables as described above,
then plug one end of an S-Video cable into
the S-Video jack on the back of your TV and
the other end into the S-Video jack on the
VCR.
3 Turn on your TV.
4 Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select
Composite1 (or S-Video if you connected
the VCR to the S-Video jack).
5 Turn on your VCR.
6 Insert a videotape, then press the PLAY
Make sure that you turn off and unplug your TV
before installing devices.
To connect a DVD player and play a DVD:
1 Plug the HDMI cable into the HDMI jack on
the back of your TV and to the HDMI Output
jack on the back of the DVD player.
2 Turn on your TV.
3 Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select
HDMI.
4 Turn on the DVD player.
5 Insert a DVD, then press the Play button on
the DVD pla yer.
TV
OUT
IN
Video cable
Audio cable
HDMI
Output
Note
If the DVD player has DVI output only, use a
DVI-to-HDMI adapter cable (not supplied) to
connect the DVD player to the HDMI jack on the
back of your TV. Then connect the audio cable to
the D-SUB AUDIO IN jack on the back of your TV.
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Connecting a DTV receiver
Warning
Make sure that you turn off and unplug your TV
before installing devices.
To connect a DTV receiver and watch DTV:
1 Plug the audio cables into the AUDIO L and
AUDIO R jacks on the back of your TV.
2 Plug the othe r end of the audio cables into
the audio out jacks on the DTV receiver.
3 Plug the component video cables into the
Component in jacks on the back of your TV.
4 Plug the othe r end of the compone nt video
cables into the Component jacks on the DTV
receiver.
5 Turn on your TV.
6 Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select
Component1.
7 Turn on your DTV receiver.
G=green (Y)
TV
B=blue (Cb/Pb)
R=red (Cr/P r)
Component video cables
Connecting a computer
Warning
Make sure that you turn off and unplug your TV
before installing devices.
To connect and watch video from a
computer:
1 Plug the audio cable into the D SUB audio
input jack on the back of your TV.
2 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the
audio out jacks on the computer.
3 Plug the D SUB cable into the PIC input jack
on the back of your TV.
4 Plug the other end of the D SUB cable into
D SUB jack on your computer.
5 Turn on your TV.
6 Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select
VGA.
7 Turn on your computer, then set up your
computer for external VGA input. See your
computer documentation for more
information.
TV
R=red (audio ri ght)
W=white (audio left)
Audio cable
Audio cable
D SUB cable
Using your TV
Turning your TV on and off
To turn your TV on and off:
1 Make sure that the power cord is connected
to your TV and a power outlet.
2 Press the button to turn on your TV.
3 Press the button again to turn off your TV.
Selecting the TV source
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To select the TV source:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Setup, then press the OK or
button to open the
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3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight T uning Band, then press the OK or
button to access the tuning band options.
4 Select Air for an outside antenna, or select
Cable, Cable HRC, Cable IRC, or Cable
Auto for cable TV. We recommend that you
select Cable Auto for cable TV. For more
information about cable TV selections,
contact your cable TV provider.
5 Press the EXIT button to close the on-screen
menu.
Setting up the channel list
After you select your TV source (antenna or
cable), you need to set up the channel list. When
you set up your channel list, your TV searches
for all available channels in your area and stores
a list of the channels. When your press the
CH – or + button, your TV skips the channels
that do not have a signal.
Automatically setting up channels
To automatically set up the channel list:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Setup, then press the OK or
button to open the
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Auto Ch Search.
Setup
menu.
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Manual Ch Set, then press the OK
or button to access the Manual Ch Set
options.
4 Press the or button to select a channel,
then press the OK button to add or delete a
channel.
5 Press the EXIT button to close the menu.
Changing channels
To change channels:
•Press the CH – or + button on the remote
control to go to the next lower or higher
channel.
Or
Press the number buttons to select a channel
(for example, if you want channel 83, press 8,
then press 3).
Or
Press the button to go to the last viewed
channel.
Selecting a digital sub-channel
Most digital TV channels have more than one
channel. The main channel carries the signal for
the main TV program. The sub-channels carry
signals for additional or alternate programming,
such as a radio or news broadcast.
For example, if the main channel number is 8,
the sub-channel number might be 8-1, 8-2, or
8-3.
4 Press the OK or button to start the search.
Note
You can press the Exit button to stop the search.
Manually adding or deleting channels from
the channel list
After you create a channel list using the Auto Ch
Search option, you can manually add or delete
channels from the channel list.
To add or delete channels:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Setup, then press the OK or
button to open the
Setup
menu.
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To select a sub-channel:
1 Press the number buttons for the main
channel (for example 8).
2 Press the – button, then press the
sub-channel button (for example 1).
Adjusting the volume
To adjust the volume:
•Press the VOL – or + button to decrease or
increase the volume.
•Press the MUTE button to turn off the sound.
Press the MUTE button again to turn the
sound back on.
Displaying status information
To display status information:
•Press the INFO button. Your TV displays
status information, such as the channel
number or signal source.
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Selecting the video input source
To select the video input source:
•Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select
the video source. You can select:
•TV–TV signal
•Composite1–AV INPUT1 jacks
•Composite2–AV INPUT2 jacks
•Component1–COMPONENT INPUT1
jacks
•Component2–COMPONENT INPUT2
jacks
•VGA–D-SUB jack (computer)
•HDMI–HDMI jack
•S-Video–S-Video jack
Checking the DTV signal strength
To check the DTV signal strength:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Setup, the press the OK or button
to open the
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight DTV Signal, then press the OK or
button. Your TV displays the DTV signal
strength.
Setup
menu.
4 Press the or button to move the cursor.
Press the or button select a channel
number or character.
5 Press the OK button to return to the previous
menu, or press the EXIT button to close the
menu system.
Freezing the picture
You can freeze (still) the screen image.
Caution
T o prot ect your TV, do not freeze the screen image
for long periods of time.
To freeze or unfreeze the picture:
•Press the FREEZE button.
Setting the clock
You can automatically set the clock from a digital
channel signal. Your TV searches for a digital
channel that has time information encoded. If the
clock is not correct after you automatically set it,
you can manually set the clock.
Auto matically setting the clock
Adding a channel label
To add a label to a channel:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Setup, then press the OK or
button to open the
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Channel Labels, then press the OK
or button to open the
menu.
Setup
menu.
Channel Labels
To automatically set the clock:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Feature, then press the OK or
button to open the
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Time Set, then press the OK or
button to open the
4 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Time Set Mode, then press the OK
or button to select Auto.
Feature
Time Set
menu.
menu.
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5 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Time Zone, then press the OK or
button to select a time zone: Pacific, Alaska,
Hawaii, Eastern, Central, or Mountain.
6 Press the EXIT butt on to cl ose t he on -scr een
menu.
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Manually setting the clock
To manually set the clock:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Feature, then press the OK or
button to open the
Feature
menu.
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Time Set, then press the OK or
button to open the
Time Set
menu.
4 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Time Set Mode, then press the OK
or button to select Manual.
5 Press the or button to select Year,
Date, or Time, then press the OK, , or
button to set the year, date, or time.
6 Press the EXIT button to close the on-screen
menu.
Setting the sleep timer
The sleep timer lets you select the amount of
time before your TV turns off automatically.
To set the sleep timer:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Feature, then press the OK or
button to open the
Feature
menu.
Viewing closed captions
You can view closed captions in two modes:
CAPTION and TEXT. Each mode has four
channels. CAPTION mode shows dialogue and
commentaries for TV programs while providing a
clear picture of the program. TEXT mode shows
information not related to the program, such as
TV program schedules and weather forecasts. In
TEXT mode, part of picture may be covered by
the text.
Note
For digital broadcast systems, you can press the
CCD button on the remote control to select the
closed caption mode.
To customize digital closed captions, use the
Closed Caption Options
menu.
sub-menu in the
To view closed captions:
•Press the CCD button repeatedly to select a
closed caption mode. You can select:
•CC1
•CC2
•CC3
•CC4
•TEXT1
•TEXT2
•TEXT3
•TEXT4
•Off
Setting parental controls
Your TV has a V-chip that lets you control the
type of programs your children can watch.
Parental controls include two ratings: MPAA
(based on age) and TV Parental Guidelines
(based on content and age). A TV program may
have an MPAA or TV Parental Guidelines rating,
so you should set controls for both ratings.
Before you can select ratings, you need to set up
a parental controls password.
Feature
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Sleep Timer, then press OK or
button to select the amount of time. To turn
off the timer, select Off.
Note
You can also press the SLEEP button to set the
sleep timer.
To set up a password:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Feature, then press the OK or
button to open the
Feature
menu.
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Pa ren tal Con trol, then press the
OK or button to open the
Parental Control
menu.
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4 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Password C han ge, the press the
OK or button to access the Password
Change option.
5 Press the number buttons to enter the old
password. If you have not set a password,
enter 0000.
6 Press the number buttons to enter a new
password, then enter the new password
again to confirm.
Caution
Write down your password and save it for future
use.
Note
If you forget your password, enter 1397 for the old
password, then enter a new password. This
password always remains valid for resetting your
password.
TV Parental Guidelines ratings
RatingDescription
NONENot rated.
TV-YAll children.
TV-Y7Children over seven years of age.
TV-GGeneral audiences.
TV-PGParental guidance suggested.
TV-14Parents strongly ca utioned.
TV-MAMature audiences only.
Some of the age-based TV Parental Guidelines
ratings also have content-based ratings.
RatingDescription
FVFantasy violence.
LAdult languag e.
SSexua l situations.
VViolence.
DSexually suggestive dialog.
To set the ratings:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Feature, then press the OK or
button to open the
Feature
menu.
3 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Parental Control, then press the
OK or button to open the
Parental Control
menu.
4 Press the or button repeatedly to
highlight Pa ren tal Con trol Se t, then press
the OK or button to access the rating
feature.
MPAA ratings
RatingDescription
NONENot rated.
GGeneral audiences.
PGParental guidance suggested. So me
material may not be suitable for
children.
PG-13Parental guidance str ongly suggested.
Some material may not be suitable for
children under 13 years of age.
RRestricted. Not suitable for children
under 17 years of age unless
accompanied by a parent or guardian.
NC-17Not suitable for children under 17
years of age.
XAdults only.
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5 Enter the password.
Note
6 Press the or button to select a
rating, then press the OK button to block or
unblock the rating.
When you block a rating, that rating and all
higher ratings are blocked.
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Using the on-screen menu
Your TV has an on-screen menu that lets you
adjust TV settings, such as video and audio
settings.
To use the on-screen menu:
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the or button repeatedly to select
a menu.
3 Press the or button to navigate to
an option or adjust an option.
4 Press the OK or button to confirm an
adjustment, open a sub-menu, or toggle a
setting.
5 Press the MENU button to return to a
previous menu or press the EXIT button to
close the on-screen menu.
On-screen menus
On-screen
menu
Video
(Options may vary
in different
modes.)
Audio
(Options may vary
in different
modes.)
Options
Picture Mode–Selects the picture mode: User,
Nature, Soft, or Bright. You can also press the
PICTURE button to select the picture mode.
Contrast–Incre ases the picture level to adjust
the white areas of the picture. Decrea ses the
picture level to adjust the black areas of the
picture.
Brightness–Increases the brightness to ad d
more light to dark areas of the picture.
Decreases the brightness to add more dark to
light areas of the pic ture.
Color–Adjust s the overall color of the picture.
Sharpness–Increases the sharpness level to
show cleaner and clearer images. Decreases
the level to show a smoother picture.
Aspect Ratio–Selects the screen aspec t ratio:
Wide, Cinema, Normal, or Zoom. You can also
press the ZOOM button to select the aspect
ratio.
Advanced Video Menu–Provides access to
advanced features:
• Noise Reduction–Reduces picture
• Tint–Increases the color level to add
• Color Temperature–Selects one of
• 3D Y/C–Turns the 3D comb filter o n or
VGA Set/Compone nt Set–If your TV is
connected to a computer or to component
video, adjusts the foll owing options:
• H-Pos–Adjusts the horizontal position
• V-Pos–Adjusts the vertical position of
• Clock–Adjusts the sample frequency.
• Phase–Improves the focus of a stable
• Setting–Resets VGA mode to the
Sound Mode–Sele c ts the sound mode: User,
News, Music, or Movie. You can also press the
AUDIO button to select the sound mode.
Bass–Adjusts the low sounds (bass).
Treble–Adjusts the high sounds (treble).
Balance–Adju sts the right and left speaker
volumes.
Earphone Vol–Adjust the earphone volume.
Digital Audio Output–Selects the audio mode
for the S/PDIF jack.
• RAW: AC-3 in - AC-3 out/PCM in- PCM
•PCM (Pulse Code Modulation): AC-3 in
MTS–Selects the multi-channel TV sound
(MTS): Mono, Stereo, or SAP (second audio
program). You can also press the MTS/SAP
button to select the MTS mode.
Audio Language–Selects an alternate language
if the program has more than one language.
noise (snow).
more green to skin tones. Decreases the
color level to add more purp le to skin
tones.
three automatic color adjustments: Cool
for more blue, Warm for more red, and
Normal.
off.
of the image.
the image.
image.
factory defaults.
out.
- PCM out/PCM in - PCM out.
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On-screen
menu
SetupTuning Band–Selects the TV signal source. For
FeatureSource–Selects the video source. You can
Options
more information, see “Selecting the TV
source” on page 12.
DTV Signal –Displays the digital TV signal
strength. For more information, see “Checking
the DTV signal strength” on page14.
Auto Ch Search–Automatically sets up a list of
the channels available in you r area. For more
information, see “Automatically setting up
channels” on pag e13.
Manual Ch Set–Lets you add or delete
channels from the chann e l list. For more
information, see “Manually adding or deletin g
channels from the chan ne l lis t” on pag e13.
Channel Labels–Lets you add a label to a
channel. For more information, see “Adding a
channel label” on page 14.
select:
•TV
•Composite1
•Composite2
• Component1
• Component2
•VGA
•HDMI
•S-Video
You can also press the INPUT button to select
the video source.
Time S et–Sets the clo ck. For more
information, see “Setting the clock” on
page 14.
Sleep Timer–Sets the sleep timer. For more
information, see “Setting the sleep timer” on
page 15.
Parental Control–Accesses V-chip controls.
For more information, see “Setting parental
controls” on page 15.
Closed Caption Options–Customizes closed
captions for digital broadcasting systems. You
can adjust Size, Font, Text Color, Text Opacity,
Background Color, Background Opacity, Edge
Effect, and Edge Color.
CC when Mute–Aut omatically displays closed
captions when the volume i s muted.
Menu Language–S elects the language for the
on-screen menu. You can select English,
French, or Spanish.
Programming the remote control
Programming a device connected to your TV
The remote control can control four devices,
such as a VCR, DVD player, cable or satellite
receiver, amplifier or tuner, or similar device.
To program the remote control:
1 Find the code for the device you want to
program. See “Appendix” on page 20 for a list
of codes. If there is more than one code listed
for a device, write down all of the codes.
2 T urn on the device you want to program, and
load media if required (for example, a DVD).
3 Press a device key on the remote control (for
example, DVD, CBL, or AUX).
4 Press and hold the SET button on the remote
control until the LED blinks twice, then
release the button.
5 Enter the first five-digit code for your device.
The LED blinks once as each digit is entered.
If the code is correct, the LED blinks twice.
Note
If the LED does not blink twice, repeat Steps 3
through 5 using a different code.
6 Aim the remote at the device, then press the
button. The device should turn off.
Note
If the device does not turn off, repeat Steps 4
through 6 using a different code. If you cannot find
a code that works, see “Searching for a code” on
page 18.
7 Repeat Steps 1 through 6 to program
additional devices.
8 Press the SET button to save the code and
exit.
Note
For future reference, write down each working
code.
Searching for a code
To search for a code:
1 Press a device key.
2 Press and hold the SET button until the LED
blinks twice, the release the button.
3 Enter 991, then the device group number
(0=cable, 1=TV, 2=VCR, 3=audio). The LED
blinks twice.
4 Aim the remote control at the device, then
press the button. If the device responds,
go to Step 7.
5 If the device does not respond, press the
CH+ button. Your remote control will try the
next code. Keep pressing the CH+ button
until the device responds. You can press the
CH– button to try a previous code.
6 To search f or a code for another device,
repeat Steps 1 through 5.
7 Press the SET button to save the code and
exit.
Checking the code
If you programmed a device by searching for a
code, you may want to know what four-digit code
the remote is using.
To check the code:
1 Press the device button on the remote
control.
2 Press and hold the SET button until the LED
blinks twice, then release the button.
3 Enter 990. The LED blinks twice.
4 Press 1 and count the LED blinks. This is the
first digit of the code (for example, if the LED
blinks twice, the first digit is 2. If the LED
does not blink, the first digit is 0).
5 Repeat Step 4 using 2 for the second digit, 3
for the third digit, 4 for the fourth digit, and 5
for the fifth digit.
6 Press the SET button to exit.
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Programming the volume lock
The remote control comes preset to let you
control the volume of each connected device.
You can change the volume lock so that one
device’s volume controls the volume in all
modes.
After you lock the volume control, you can unlock
the volume control for a specific device so you
can control the volume for that device
independently.
To lock the volume control to one device:
1 Press and hold the SET button until the LED
blinks twice, then release the button.
2 Enter 993, then press the device button for
the device you want to control the volume.
The LED blinks twice. When you press the
VOL+, VOL–, or MUTE button on the remote
control, the device you selected controls the
volume regardless of which device you are
using.
To unlock the volume control:
1 Press and hold the SET button until the LED
blinks twice, then release the button.
2 Enter 993, then press the VOL+ button. The
LED blinks four times. The volume control is
unlocked.
To unlock a single device’s volume control:
1 Press the device key.
2 Press and hold the SET button until the LED
blinks twice, then release the button.
3 Enter 993, then press the VOL– button. The
LED blinks four times. The volume control for
the device you selected is unlocked.
Maintaining
•Do not use your TV in areas that are too hot
or too cold, because the cabinet may warp or
the screen may malfunction.
•Storage temperatures are 32° to 122°F
(0° to 50°C).
•Working temperatures are 41° to 104°F
(5° to 40°C).
•Do not place your TV in direct sunlight or
near a heat source.
Cleaning your TV
Clean the screen and cabinet with a soft,
lint-free cloth. If the screen or cabinet is
especially dirty , moisten a soft, lint-free cloth in a
weak detergent solution, squeeze the excess
moisture from the cloth, then wipe the screen or
cabinet with the cloth. Use a clean cloth to dry
the screen or cabinet.
Caution
Avoid the f ollowing, because it may cause damage
to your TV:
• Cleaning your TV with volatile substances,
such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinners.
• Leaving items made from rubber or PVC in
contact with your TV for long periods.
• Letting liquids drip into the cabinet
Troubleshooting
Warning
Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Refer all
service to a qualified service technician.
SymptomPossible solution
No power• Make sure that the power cord
No picture• Make sure that the video cables
Good picture but no
sound
Good sound but poor
color
Poor picture• Make sure that the room is not
Horizontal dotted line• Your TV may be too close to
Remote control does not
work
Snowy picture or noise• Make sure that the A/V cables
VGA picture is not stable
or synchronized
No output from one of
the speakers
Control buttons do not
work
is connected to you r TV and a
power outlet.
• Unplug the power cord, wait 60
seconds, then plug the cord
back in and turn on your TV.
are connected securely to the
back of your TV.
• Adjust the contrast and
brightness.
• Make sure that the correct
video mode is selected.
• Make sure that the incoming
signal is compatible.
• Increase the volume.
• Make sure that the sound is not
muted.
• Make sure that the correct
audio mode is selected.
• Adjust the contrast, color, and
brightness settings.
too bright. Light reflecting off
the screen can make the picture
difficult to see.
• If an S-VHS camera or a
camcorder is connected while
another connected device is
turned on, the picture may be
poor. Turn off one or more
devices.
another electrical device, such
as a hair dryer or neon light.
Turn off the device or move
your TV.
• Press the TV button.
• Replace the batteries. Make
sure that the + and – symbols
on the batteries al ig n with th e +
and – symbols in the batte ry
compartment.
• Clean the remote sensor on the
front of your TV.
• B rig ht or flu ores cen t ligh ti ng
may interfere with the remote
control signal. Turn off the light
or move your TV.
are connected correctly and
securely.
• Make sure that you have
selected the correct VGA mode
on your computer.
• Adjust the balance in the Sound
menu.
• Unplug the power cord, wait
few seconds, then plug the cord
back in and turn on your TV.
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SymptomPossible solution
After images appear• Do not display a still image,
TV makes snapping
sounds
such as a logo, game, or
computer image, for an
extended period of time. This
can cause a permanent after
image to be burned into the
screen. This type of damage is
not covered by your warranty.
• Snapping sounds occur when
your TV’s cabinet expands or
contracts from variation s in
temperature. This is not a
malfunction.
Remote Control
LED does not blink when
a button is pressed
LED blinks when a
button is pressed, but
device does not respond
LED stays onYou pressed an incorrect button. Start
Remote cont rol does not
control a device or only
controls some features
of the device
No volume on a deviceSee “Programming the volume lock”
Replace the batteries.
Make sure that you are no more than
15 feet (4.6 meters) from the device
and that you point the remote co ntrol
at the remote sensor on the device.
the procedure over again.
Make sure that the device has a remote
sensor, then try another code.
on page 19.
Specifications
•Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.