Legend LE3233 User Manual

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Important Safety Instructions

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 dry cloth.

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 (includ-

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

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.

­paratus. 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.

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

15. WARNING: To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or
Moisture.

shall be palced on the apparatus

17. The mains plug or appliance coupler shall remain readily opeable.

18. Use in outdoor: This TV is not designed for outdoors installation. Do not expose the TV to rain, as it may

become damaged.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

Safety:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLEPARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL ONLY.

intended to alert the user to thepresence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s

sk of electric shock to persons.

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

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Safety Instructions

Important safeguards for you and your new TV

Observing the simple precautions discussed in this booklet will provide you with many years of enjoyment and safe
operation.
This product complies with all applicable US Federal safety requirements, and those of the Canadian Standards
Association.

1. Read & Follow Instructions

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

2. Retain Instructions

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

3. Heed Warnings

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

4. Cleaning

Unplug the TV from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a soft and
slightly damp cloth for cleaning.

5. Water and Moisture

Do not use this TV near water, for example, near a bathtub,wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool.

6. Accessories Carts and Stands

Do not place this TV on a slippery or tilted surface, or on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The TV may slide or fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the TV.

7. Transporting the Television

A TV and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the TV and cart combination to overturn.

8. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the TV and to protect
it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.

9. Power Sources

This TV 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 electronics retailer or local power company.

10. Power-Cord Polarization

This TV is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug,a plug with a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into

a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, the contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

11. 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 TV.

12. Lightning

For added protection for the TV 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 TV
from lightning and power-line surges.

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Safety Instructions

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical
Code (U.S.A.), 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 antenna­discharge unit, connect on to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Example of Grounding According to National
Electrical Code Instructions

NEC - National Electrical Code

14. 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 on to 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

Never push objects of any kind into this TV through openings as they 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 or inside the TV.

17. Servicing

Do not attempt to service this TV yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the following conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the TV has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the TV 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 product to its normal operation.

e. If the TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the TV exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Ground Clamp

Antenna Lead in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductor
(NEC Section 810-21)

Ground Clamps

Electric Service

Equipment

Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (NEC
Art 250, Part H)

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Safety Instructions

19. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure that only an authorized service technician has used replacement parts

specified by Apex Digital or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards and void any warranty.

20. Safety Check

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

21. Wall Mounting

The TV should be mounted to a wall only by a professional. The TV may slide or fall, causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the product. Warranty shall be voided.

22. Heat

The TV should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products

(including) amplifiers) that produce heat.

NOTE TO CABLE / TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric

Code(U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground

should be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.

FCC REGULATORY INFORMATION:

This television has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residen­tial installation. This television 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 television does cause interference to other
electronic equipment, which can be determined by turning the television off and on, then 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 television.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the television is connected.

- Consult your dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for assistance.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions .........................................................................................................................................1

Table of Contents ..........................................................................................................................................................5

Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................6

Remote Control

Battery Install .................................................................................................................................................................7

Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................8

TV Overview

Front & Side Panel ......................................................................................................................................................10

Rear Panel & Pedestal Removal ................................................................................................................................. 11

Installation

Connection to Antenna & Cable / Satellite Box ...........................................................................................................12

Connection to HDMI Input ...........................................................................................................................................13

Connection to Component YPbPr Input ......................................................................................................................14

Connection to Composite Input ...................................................................................................................................15

Connection to a Personal Computer ...........................................................................................................................16

Connection to a Home Theater System ......................................................................................................................17

TV Setup

Initial Setup Wizard .....................................................................................................................................................18

TV Channel Setup & Channel Auto Scan ....................................................................................................................19

Picture Setting

Brightness ...................................................................................................................................................................20

Contrast ......................................................................................................................................................................20

Color ............................................................................................................................................................................20

Tint ...............................................................................................................................................................................20

Sharpness ...................................................................................................................................................................20

Color Temperature. ......................................................................................................................................................20

Advanced Setting ........................................................................................................................................................20

Audio Settings

Equalizer .....................................................................................................................................................................21

MTS .............................................................................................................................................................................21

Audio Language ..........................................................................................................................................................21

Digital Audio output .....................................................................................................................................................21

Surround sound ...........................................................................................................................................................21

AVL ..............................................................................................................................................................................21

Date & Time Settings ...................................................................................................................................................22

Setup Settings

Menu Languages .........................................................................................................................................................23

Transparency ...............................................................................................................................................................23

OSD Time Out .............................................................................................................................................................23

Input Label ...................................................................................................................................................................23

Other Settings .............................................................................................................................................................23

Restore Default ...........................................................................................................................................................23

Setup Wizard ...............................................................................................................................................................23

Closed Captions ..........................................................................................................................................................24

Advanced Settings ......................................................................................................................................................25

Parental Control ..........................................................................................................................................................26

TV Settings

Favorite .......................................................................................................................................................................28

Show / Hide .................................................................................................................................................................28

Channel Label .............................................................................................................................................................28

Aspect Modes ..............................................................................................................................................................29

USB Modes .................................................................................................................................................................30

Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................31

Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................................32

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Introduction

What’s In The Box

Thank you for purchasing the energy efficient LE3233 television. It has been designed to enjoy today’s high definition

television experience. With a display resolution of 32”1366X768 you are assured of one of the finest quality televisions

available today.

Your television provides both analog and digital inputs including one (1) High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
interconnects for the purest audio and video digital signal when connected to compatible HD sources (ie: HD set-top
box, high definition DVD player or gaming console).

We recommend that you read the user manual thoroughly before use to familiarize yourself with the installation and
adjustment options available to you; thereby, enjoying all the features of the LE3233 for many years to come.

The LE3233 package includes the following items. Save the carton & packing for future shipping

• Pedestal Base / Hardware

• Remote Control

• AAA Batteries (2)

• Quick Start Guide

• User Manual

• Warranty Card

• AV Cable

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Battery Install

Remote Control

Your remote control handset is powered by two (2) AAA type batteries

• To insert the batteries, turn the
remote control over and remove
the battery over.

• Place two (2) “AAA” batteries into the
battery compartment with the “+” and “­“ ends facing the correct way as shown
in the battery compartment.

• Replace the cover

• When pointed towards the television, the effective range of

the remote is approximately 16 feet from the front of the TV
IR receiver and at an angle of no greater than 30° to the left
/ right or 20° up / down.

• To avoid possible damage from battery chemical leakage,

remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the remote
control for an extended period of time. Do not mix batteries
of different age and / or type. Always discard used batter­ies safely.

• Do not expose the remote control to liquids, direct sunlight

or sources of excessive heat.

• The IR receiver on the TV will not work properly if the set

is in direct sunlight or an object is in the path between the
remote control and the IR receiver on the front of the TV.

NOTE: Improper use of batteries can result in a chemical leakage or explosion.

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IR Receiver

Universal Remote Code:

To operate this TV using the remote control provided by your Cable / Satel­lite provider, follow the programming instructions included with the provid­ers’ remote control and input the following codes when prompted;

• For Comcast or DirecTV remote controls, input the code- 10030.

• For AT & T (U-verse) remote controls, input the code- 1043.

•• For RCA Universal Remote Controls, input the code- 0030.
Remote Code: DISH 21.0 IR/UHF PRO(506).

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Remote Control

Notes:

1. If direct sunlight shine directly on the remote sensor, the remote control’s operation may be unstable,

and the effective range will be reduced.

2. Do not hit or violently shake the remote control.

3. Never expose the remote control to high temperature or humidity.

4. If the remote is not used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or

injury from possible battery leakage.

Overview

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Button Function

1. POWER Turn the LCD display ON or OFF (Standby).

2. DISPLAY Provides program information currently viewed.

3.



PAUSE (USB)

4. PREVIOUS (USB)

5. NEXT (USB)

6. STOP (USB)

7. REP REPEAT (USB)

8. CH.LIST Press to display a list of channels saved in the TV tuner memory.

9. GUIDE Press to review scheduled programming for the currently viewed channel.

10. FAV Press to display a listing of your favorite TV channels. (Page. 28)

11. FREEZE Pause and still-frame the current image on the display. Press again for live TV.

12. PICTURE Select from various preset picture modes: Dynamic > Standard > Soft > Power

Saving > User. (Page. 20)

13. TEMP Select the Color Temperature COOL > NORMAL > WARM. (Page. 20)

14. ARROWS / ENTER

Press the navigation buttons for moving through the menu options. Press the
ENTER button to select / confirm.

15. EXIT Press to exit a displayed menu.

16. RETURN Press to return to the previous menu.

17. SLEEP Press to activate the Sleep function. The TV will automatically turn off after; 5>
10> 15> 30> 60> 90> 120> 180> 240> (minutes)> OFF.

18. MENU Press to display the Main menu.

19. ASPECT Select the viewable display aspect options: Normal, Wide, Zoom, or Cinema.
(Page. 29).VGA and DVI mode is Full 100%,Point to Point.

20. VOLUME (+ / -) Adjust the volume up (+) or the volume down (-).

21. LAST Press to switch between the current channel and previously viewed channel.

22. MUTE Press to temporarily turn off the TV audio. Press again to resume.

23. CHANNEL( )

Change the channel up or down.

24. NUMBERS / DASH Select desired TV channel directly. For example: to select digital channel 4-1,
press “4”, press “-”, and press “1” = (4-1).

25. INPUT Press to display all of the input sources on screen. (Pages. 13-16)

26. AUDIO Press to select from various preset audio modes: USER> STANDARD> MUSIC>
MOVIE>SPORTS (Page. 21)

27. MTS Press to select a program’s second audio channel (if available). (Page. 21)

28. CCD Press to select closed caption subtitles (if available) CC Off> CC on > CC on mute.
(Page. 24)

29. NUMBER KEYS Press number keys to enter channel numbers.

Remote Control

Overview

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TV Overview

1. Input - After connecting your DVD, cable box, etc., select the appropriate
input source to view. Press the INPUT button to display the input options.
Press the CH- / CH+ buttons to highlight the input source and press the VOL+
button to select.

INPUT SOURCE

TV
AV

Component

HDMI1
HDMI2

HDMI3

PC

Media

2. Menu - Press the MENU button to display. Press VOL+ to select from the
6 menu options available. Press the CH- / CH+ buttons to select a feature
from the selected menu then press the VOL- / VOL+ buttons to adjust the
volume settings.

3. Channel (CH- / CH+) - Press the CH- / CH+ buttons to select a channel
in the TV mode.

4. Volume (VOL- / VOL+) - Press the VOL- / VOL+ buttons to adjust the
volume up or down.

5. Power - Press the POWER button to turn the LED display ON / OFF
(standby). When the power is on, the blue LED illuminates. The screen im­age will appear within a few seconds.

Front & Side Panel

A soft blue light illuminates when the
television power is on.

IR Receiver

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4

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INPUT

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TV Overview

9. USB Input Port

supports MP3 and JPEG.

6. HDMI Input - Connects to digital AV equipment that feature HDMI connectivity. HDMI supports enhanced high

cable not included.

7. PC IN - VGA Input - Connect an optional VGA cable (not included) from your personal computer.

PC Audio Input (3.5mm) - 3.5mm audio cable (not included) for sound.

5. Component Y Pb Pr Input - Connect to an AV device that features component (Y Pb Pr) video and audio output

jacks.

8. RF Input - Connect an antenna or cable connection for television reception.
Note: Use an outdoor antenna, cable or satellite for best reception.

2. Headphone Jack - Connect a stereo headphone (3.5mm – not included) for private listening.

3. SPDIF - Connect an optional coaxial digital cable (not included) through a compatible amp / receiver to enjoy

superior audio sound.

4. AV Input - Connect an external device to the composite VIDEO(Y) and AUDIO (L / R) out jacks found on most
video equipment.

1. L / R Audio Out - Connect to audio receiver.

NOTE: You must remove the pedestal before wall mounting.

Rear Panel & Pedestal Removal

Wall Mounting

It is recommended that you consult a professional before mounting this TV a wall.
Use VESA 100 x 100 wall mount hardware.

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Coaxial / RF Cable (not included)

Ant. / Cable

Wall Outlet

Installation

Connection to Antenna & Cable /
Satellite Box

Roof Antenna / Cable Outlet Installation

It is strongly recommended that the installation of a high quality roof top antenna, digital cable, or satel­lite set top box be used in conjunction with your television for best broadcast reception. For indoor use, we
recommend an Apex Digital amplified HDTV antenna. Note: reception is determined by your regional location,
geographical terrain, distance from the local broadcast transmitter and strength of antenna.

How to connect with an indoor or rooftop
antenna

• Connect the RF coaxial (75 ohm) cable from

your existing roof top / in door antenna, or wall
outlet. Finger tighten the Coaxial / RF Cable end
to the TV input on the panel.

• Tune to TV programming directly from the

television tuner.

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HDMI

Installation

Connection to HDMI Input

Connecting to an HD Set-Top Box or High Definition DVD Player
Using HDMI

For BEST video performance

Connect to external equipment that offers HDMI, an uncompressed, all
digital video / audio interface found on today’s HD digital set top boxes
and Blu-ray players. Use of this pure digital technology offers enhanced
high definition video and digital audio all via a single cable.

There are three (3) HDMI inputs available for use with HD set top boxes,
gaming consoles and HD DVD / Blu-ray players.

How to Connect HDMI

• From your external digital equipment, connect an HDMI cable from

the HDMI output to the HDMI input on the TV’s panel.

How To Use

• Press the INPUT button on the remote control. Use  arrow

buttons to highlight the input to view (HDMI1,2,3 ) then press ENTER .

Coaxial / RF Cable

(not included)

Optional HDMI cable ( not included )

Cable / Satellite
set top box

Optional HDMI cable ( not included )

Digital set top box, gaming console,or
Blu-ray w / HDMI interface

Digital Cable / Satellite Set Top Box

How to connect with Digital Cable / Satellite Set Top Box

• Connect the RF coaxial (75 ohm) cable from the video outlet of your cable / Satellite box to the RF input on the TV’s

panel. Select Ch. 3 or 4 on the TV and select a channel.

• For greater performance, if possible, use component or an HDMI installation(shown). Refer to your set top box user

manual.

Media

PC

HDMI 3

HDMI 3

DMI

3

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Installation

Connection to Component
YPbPr Input

For BETTER video performance

Connect to external equipment that features component video output
jacks for better performance. Use the Component Y Pb Pr video and
audio inputs with a set top box, gaming console or DVD player.

How to Connect Component

• When connecting external equipment to your television, match the

colors of the connecting jacks (Video: Blue, Green, Red; Audio: White
/ Red ).

• Connect the optional component video cables (blue, green, red) (not

included) from the video output jacks (Y, Pb, Pr) on your external
equipment to the Component Y Pb Pr input on the TV’s panel.

• Connect white / red audio cables for sound from the audio (L / R)

output jacks on your external equipment to the AV L / R input jacks on
the TV’s panel.

How to Use

• Press the INPUT button on the TV remote control. Use  arrow

buttons to highlight the input to view(Component) then press ENTER.

Connecting External Equipment to Component Video IN (Y Pb Pr)

Optional Component cables
(not included)

Digital set top box, gaming console or DVD

Media

PC

HDMI 3

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Installation

Connection to Composite Input

Connecting External Equipment to AV Composite IN on your
television

For GOOD video performance

Connect to external equipment using optional video and audio cables.
Composite output jacks are available on most set top cable / satel­lite boxes and DVD players. (HDMI and Component connections are
recommended for the best performance.)

How to Connect Composite AV

• When connecting external equipment to your television, match the

colors of the connecting jacks (Video: Yellow Audio: White & Red).

• Connect the yellow video cable from the video output jack on your

external A / V equipment (i.e.: DVD player, set top box) to AV input
on the TV’s panel.

• Connect the white / red audio cables for sound from the audio (L /

R) output jacks on your external equipment ( i.e.: DVD Player, set
top box) to the AV (L / R) jacks on the TV’s panel.

How to Use

• Press the INPUT button on the remote control. Use  arrow

buttons to highlight the input to view (AV) then press ENTER.

Audio Video Cable (not included)

Digital set top box, gaming console or DVD

Media

PC

HDMI 3

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VGA & Audio Cable (not included)

Installation

Connection to a Personal Computer

Connecting a Personal Computer with VGA to your television

Recommended computer display resolution:1366x768@60 Hz

How to Connect a PC

• Connect using an optional male to male VGA cable (not included) from

your PC to the VGA input on the TV’s panel.

How to Connect Audio sound

• Connect an optional 3.5mm audio cable (not included) from the

computer’s mini audio output jack to the audio input on the TV’s
panel.

How to Use

• Press the INPUT button on the remote control. Use the buttons

to highlight the VGA input and press the ENTER button.

NOTE: If your PC uses a standard signal mode, the screen will adjust
automatically .

Connecting to an amplifer or home theater system

Audio Cable (not included)

How to Connect a PC

• Connect the TV’S Audio (L / R) output jacks to an Audio Amplifier

using an audio patch cable with RCA cable ends (not included).

NOTE: The speakers of this TV still will output audio at this time.

Media

PC

HDMI 3

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How to Use (Video)

Press the appropriate INPUT button on the remote. Use ▼ ▲ arrow buttons to
highlight the input source to view and then press ENTER.

How to Use (Audio)

Select the appropriate input from your audio equipment.

*NOTE: Refer to the User Manual from your home theater equipment for recommended audio settings.

Optional digital cable
(not included)

Installation

Connection to a Home
Theater System

Connection to a Home Theater Audio System

For BEST audio performance

Connecting to a Home Theater System

Digital audio can deliver optimal 2 - channel stereo or 5.1 surround sound with
Five discrete full range channels plus a separate channel for a subwoofer.

Enjoy optimal sound reproduction from your system with a Dolby Digital
amplifier that incorporates a digital coaxial input.

Connect an optional digital cable directly to the television’s SPDIF audio
output to listen through all inputs except VGA. (VGA does not support digital
audio)

How To Setup Digital Output*

• Press the LED MENU button on the remote control.

• Press the right  arrow button to select sound.

• Press the down  arrow button to highlight Digital Audio output type.Press

 to select Off, Raw or PCM*.

Select Move Exit

Sound Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance

MTS

Digital Audio output

Audio Language

Surround sound

STEREO

English

User

Off

Raw

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AVL

Off

Connecting to a Stereo Receiver / Amplifier

Enjoy realistic sound from your home theater
system through a stereo / receiver amplifier or
Prologic sound system when connected to your
AV equipment.

NOTE: When audio cables are connected to a
stereo / receiver amplifier, no audio sound will
be heard from the TV’s built-in speakers.

Example: The diagram illustrates the connec­tion of audio cables directly from your AV equip­ment (like a cable box) to a stereo receiver
instead of using the audio (L / R) jacks on the
TV’s panel.

Front Left
Speaker

Front Right
Speaker

Center Channel

Dolby Surround

Connection Illustration

Optional cables

(not included)

Surround Left

Speaker

Surround Right

Speaker

Digital set top box, gaming
console or DVD

Dolby Prologic
Surround Receiver

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TV Setup

Initial Setup Wizard

Initial Setup Wizard

After connecting your TV antenna or cable wire, turn the television ON. The quick setup wizard will display on-screen.
Select your preferred Picture setting followed by antenna options and performing Auto Scan to receive local broadcast
channels that will be stored in the TV tuner memory.

In Home Mode, the television display meets Energy Star standards to reduce power consumption.
In Standard Mode, the television provides a more dynamic picture that will increase power consumption beyond Energy
Star standards.

The wizard will direct you to the TV menu to select antenna options and perform
Channel Auto Scan. Channels found will be stored into the TV tuner memory.

Setup Wizard only appears when first turning the TV on and without channel scanning.

How to Navigate:

• Press the   arrow button to highlight AIR / CABLE based on your antenna connection.

• Highlight Start to Scan and press ENTER.

• Channel Auto Scan may take several minutes to complete.

Next

Total Found

• Press the   arrow button to select menu language arrow button to select English > Francais > Español.

• Press the  arrow button to select Go to next step .

• Press the  arrow button.

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TV Setup

TV Channel Setup &
Channel Auto Scan

Select antenna options and perform Channel Auto Scan to receive television channels that will be stored into the TV
tuner memory.

To enter TV Mode:

• Press the MENU button

• Using the   arrow buttons; scroll to highlight Channel mode

• Press the down  arrow button to highlight Air / Cable

Select Cable if you subscribe to a pay television service without a set top box.

• Press the   arrow button to highlight Cable.

• Press the  arrow button to select Auto Scan. Press ENTER and Cable System will be displayed next.

NOTE: Channel Auto Scan may take several minutes to complete.

Cable Mode

Air Mode

Select Air when TV is connected to an indoor / outdoor antenna.

• Press the   arrow button to highlight Air.

• Press the  arrow button to select Auto Scan. Press the  right arrow button twice to start Channel Auto Scan.

NOTE: Channel Auto Scan may take several minutes to complete.

NOTE: For cable or satellite

Users without an indoor / outdoor TV antenna, there is no need to run Channel Auto Scan. Connect your cable or satel-

lite set top box to one of the available inputs on the TV for viewing.

Next

Next

Total Found

Total Found

Next

Channel List

Show/Hide

Channel Number

Channel Label

5-2

KSTP-SD

Next

Channel List

Show/Hide

Channel Number

Channel Label

5-2

KSTP-SD

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Menu Adjustments

The Picture menu offers options to enhance and refine the picture displayed on your TV based on ambient room light
and personal preferences. Adjustment options include contrast, brightness, color, sharpness and color temperature.

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using   arrow buttons to select Picture. Press the down 
arrow button to highlight Picture Mode, then press the  arrow button to select your viewing preference from 5 factory
options: Standard > Dynamic > soft > User >Power Saving*. The Standard setting is recommended for most brightly lit
viewing environments. Depending on the ambient light level in the room, you may find one of the other Picture settings
more pleasing.

To make more critical adjustments based on your own preferences in User.

*The Power Saving feature adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to save energy and reduce power consumption.

Note: When adjustments are completed, you may select another menu by pressing the Menu button.

Brightness
Contrast

Color Temperature

• Brightness

• Contrast

Press down  arrow button to highlight Brightness. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to increase or decrease overall
brightness.

Press down  arrow button to highlight Contrast. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to increase or decrease contrast
intensity.

Press down  arrow button to highlight Color. Navigate using
the   arrow buttons to increase or decrease color intensity.

Press down  arrow button to highlight Tint. Navigate using
the  arrow buttons to adjust colors toward green or reddish
tint.

Press down  arrow button to highlight Sharpness. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to soften or view crisper edges in
the picture.

Press down  arrow button to highlight your
Color Temperature. preference. Navigate using the   ar-
row buttons to select Cool(more bluish tone), Normal or Warm
setting.

• Advanced Settings

Adjust advanced video features to fine tune the picture.
Press  button to enter.

• Color

• Tint

• Sharpness

• Color Temperature.

Picture Setting

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Menu Adjustments

The Audio menu offers options to make sound enhancements while listening through the built-in speakers or to
select digital audio options when connected to a Dolby Digital receiver though a (SPDIF) coaxial digital output.

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using   arrow buttons to select Sound. Press the  arrow
button to highlight Sound Mode, then press the  arrow button to select your sound preference from 5 factory options:
Music > Movie > Sports > User > Standard .

To make more critical adjustments based on your own preferences in User

Press down  arrow button to highlight Sound Mode.
Press

Press

  button to select Music > Movie > Sports > User >

Standard .

Music Preserves the original sound. Good for musical
programs.
Movie Enhances treble and bass for a rich sound
experience .
Sports Enhances vocals for TV audio.
User Select to customize audio settings.
Standard Produces a balanced sound in all environments.

• MTS

Press down  arrow button to highlight MTS.
Press   button to select Mono>Stereo>SAP.
Mono Sets the sound to mono.
Stereo Sets the sound to stereo when stereo is not
available. The sound is automatically switched to
mono.
SAP Sets the sound to the second audio program.

• Audio Language

Press down  arrow button to highlight Audio Language.
Press   button to select English > Francais > Español.

• Digital Audio Output

Press MENU to enter the main menu, press   button
to select Sound.
Press  button to select among Digital Audio Output.
Press   button to select(Raw / Off / PCM)

• Surround Sound

Press MENU to enter the main menu, press  button
to select Sound.

Pressbutton to select among Surround Sound.
Press  button to select(Off / On)

• AVL

Press down  arrow button to highlight AVL.
Press   button to select On>Off.

Note: When adjustments are completed, you may select another menu by pressing the Menu button.

• Sound Mode

• Bass

• Treble

• Balance

Audio Settings

Select Move Exit

Sound Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance

MTS

Digital Audio output

Audio Language

Surround sound

STEREO

English

User

Off

Raw

50
50

0

AVL

Off

Press down  arrow button to highlight Bass.

Press down  arrow button to highlight Treble.

Press down  arrow button to highlight Treble.



Press



buttons to increase or decrease low frequency

Press



buttons to increase or decrease high frequency

intensity.

intensity.

buttons to adjust sound towards the left or right

speaker.

•

SPEAKER

Press down  arrow button to highlight SPEAKER.
Press   button to select On>Off.

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Menu Adjustments

Date & Time Settings

The Time menu includes adjustment of settings for your local time zone and daylight savings time. The clock will adjust
automatically after the initial Channel Auto Scan of available broadcast channels in your area (see page 19 for TV

Setup).

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using arrow   buttons to select Time.

• Press down  arrow button to highlight Sleep Timer then
press the  arrow button to select time to view before the
television timer turns the set off: 5 Min > 10 Min > 15 Min > 30
Min > 60 Min > 90 Min > 120Min > 180 Min > 240 Min > OFF.

• Press down  arrow button to highlight Time Zone then
press the  arrow button to select between: Eastern > Central
> Mountain > Pacific > Alaska > Hawaii > Samoa >
Newfoundland >Atlantic.

• Press down  arrow button to highlight Daylight Savings
Time. Navigate using the   arrow buttons to turn this
feature on or off.

• Press down  arrow button to highlight Time Format.
Navigate using the   arrow buttons to turn this feature

12-hour or 24-hour.

• Press down  arrow button to highlight Auto Clock.
Navigate using the   arrow buttons to turn this feature

on or off.

• Clock and Date are automatically set the first time the tuner
receives a broadcast channel.

1980/01/06/12:00 AM

Note: When adjustments are completed, you may select another menu by pressing the Menu button.

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Menu Adjustments

In the Setup menu you may change the initial set up of preferences that include settings for language, menu display,
computer monitoring,closed captions, enhancement of black detail in the picture and resetting your TV back to its fac­tory default status.

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using arrow   buttons to select Setup. Gain access to
display options by pressing the down  arrow button to highlight Menu Language or other options, then press 
arrow button on your remote to select.

NOTE: Closed Caption and Advanced are features described on the following pages.

Create labels for the devices
connected to your TV.
Press ENTER /  button to enter.

Set the parameter of audio only,no
signal power off and no operation
power off.
Press ENTER /  button to enter.

Press the  arrow button to
automatically reset all adjustments
back to their original factory settings.

• Input Label • Other Settings • Restore Default

Other languages include English,
Français, Español.

Navigate using the   arrow but­tons to turn 0,25%,50%,75%,100% the
translucent effect of the User menu.

Adjust the duration of the
OSD(on screen display)menu.
Press   button to select.

• Menu Languages • Transparent • OSD Time Out

Setup Settings

Select Move Exit

Menu Language

Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default
Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

Menu Language

Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default
Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default
Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default
Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default
Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default

Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default

Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

• Setup Wizard

Set the first time installation.
Press ENTER /  button to enter.

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Menu Adjustments

The Setup menu includes adjustments for activating the Closed Caption text feature for display on-screen and customiz­ing CC display types and font styles.

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using arrow   buttons to select Setup.

• Press the down  arrow button to
highlight Closed Caption then press
the  arrow button to highlight CC
Mode.

• Navigate using the   arrow
buttons to select CC Off > CC On >
CC on Mute.

• Press down  arrow button to
highlight Analog CC. Navigate using
the   arrow buttons to select
CC1-4, TEXT1-4.

• Press down  arrow button to
highlight Digital CC.
Navigate using the   arrow
buttons to select Off,Service 1-6.

• Press down  arrow
button to highlight Option. Press
the  arrow button to enter a menu
with options to customize text fonts,
colors and opacities.

Note: When adjustments are completed, you may select another menu by pressing the Menu button.

Closed Captions

Select Move Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default
Setup Wizard

English

25%

30Sec.

Select Move Exit

CC Mode

Analog CC

Option

Digital CC

CC Off

CC1

Service1

Select Move Exit

CC Mode

Analog CC

Option

Digital CC

CC Off

CC1

Service1

Select Move Exit

CC Mode
Analog CC

Option

Digital CC

CC Off

CC1

Service1

Select Move Exit

CC Mode
Analog CC

Option

Digital CC

CC Off

CC1

Service1

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PC Menu Adjustments

In the Setup menu you may adjust the position of images displayed on screen once you connect an input signal from
your PC. The recommended resolution is 19”1366X768 / 24”1920X1080 . For use with a laptop computer, refer to your
computer’s user manual on instruction for proper display output. If your PC system uses a standard signal mode, the
TV screen will adjust automatically. Connect an optional 3.5mm audio cable for stereo sound. See page 16 for details.

How to Navigate:

After connecting to a PC, press the INPUT button on the remote control, Use the  buttons to highlight the PC input
and press ENTER. Press the MENU button on the remote control and navigate using arrow   buttons to select
Setup.

• Gain access to position adjustment
options by pressing the down  arrow
button to highlight PC Settings, then
press  arrow button to select from
the following options.

• Highlight H-Pos. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to
adjust the position of images
displayed from side to side.

• Highlight V-Pos. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to
adjust the position of images
displayed up and down.

• Highlight Clock. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to
control the width of the image.

• Highlight Phase. Navigate
using the   arrow buttons to
improve focus and image stability.

• Highlight Auto. Press the 
arrow button to automatically adjust
the display to the best setting.

Advanced Settings

50

27

H-POS

V-POS

Phase
Auto

98

Clock

50

50

27

H-POS

V-POS

Phase
Auto

98

Clock

50

Select Move Exit

Select Move Exit Select

Move

Exit

Menu Language
Transparent

Closed Caption

OSD Timeout

Other Settings

Input Label

Restore Default

English

25%

30Sec.

PC Settings

50

27

H-POS

V-POS

Phase
Auto

98

Clock

50

50

27

H-POS

V-POS

Phase

Auto

98

Clock

50

50

27

H-POS

V-POS

Phase

Auto

98

Clock

50

Select Move Exit Select Move Exit Select Move Exit

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Menu Adjustments

In the Lock menu, you may block television and movie programming based on TV ratings and Motion Picture Association
guidelines. To gain access and select your preferences within the Parental menu make certain your input is set to TV.

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using arrow   buttons to select Lock. Gain access to
parental rating options by pressing the down  arrow button to highlight Enter Password. Enter your 4 digit code
(factory default code is “0000”) unless previously changed.

• To change the password, press
 arrow button to display a screen
to enter your new password, then
confirm again. (not illustrated)

• To make changes to parental
controls, highlight System Lock
then press the   arrow button
to ON.

• To set parental controls for television
programming or DVD movies, press
the  arrow buttons to highlight

Navigate using the   buttons to
highlight TV / MPAA menu.

• Highlight TV, then press the 
arrow button to enter the TV Ratings
menu and select your preference.

• Highlight MPAA, then press the 
arrow button repeatedly to select
your movie rating preference.

TV-Y Appropriate for all children
TV-Y7 Appropriate for all children over 7
TV-G General Audience
TV-PG Parental Guidance Suggested
TV-14 Parents Strongly Cautioned
TV-MA Mature Audience Only

G General Audience
PG Parental Guidance Suggested
PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned
R Restricted
NC-17 No One Under 17 Permitted
X Adults Only

Off Not applicable

NOTE: RRT Setting and Reset RRT are not user adjustable settings.

Parental Control

Select Move

Enter Password

Exit

Change Password

System Lock
Input Block
US Rating
Canada Rating

PRT Setting
Reset RRT

Off

Change Password

System Lock

US
Canada

PRT Setting
Reset RRT

On

Select Move Exit Select Move Exit

Input Block

TV RATING

Press ENTER to Lock or Unlock: BLock

ALL FV VS LD
TV-Y
TV-Y7
TV-G
TV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA

TV

MPAA G

MPAA N/A

Select Move Exit

Select Move Exit

Select Move Exit

TV

US Rating.

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Menu Adjustments

Parental Control

In the Lock menu, you may block television and movie programming based on Canadian TV and movie rating guidelines.
To gain access and select your preferences within the Parental menu make certain your input is set to TV.

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using arrow   buttons to select Lock. Gain access to
rating options by pressing the down arrow button to highlight Enter Password. Enter your 4 digit code (factory
default code is “0000”) unless previously changed. See page 26 for information on how to change your password.
Then press the  arrow buttons to highlight Canada. Navigate using the   buttons to highlight Canada English.

• Navigate using down  arrow button to highlight
Canada English then press the   arrow button
repeatedly to select your ratings preference.

Off Turn off
C Appropriate for all children
C8+ Appropriate for everyone 8 years old and up
G General Audience
PG Parental Guidance
14+ Appropriate for Children over 14 years old
18+ Mature Audience Only

• Navigate using down  arrow button to highlight
Canada French then press the   arrow button
repeatedly to select your ratings preference.

Off Turn off
G General Audience
8 ans+ Appropriate for Children 8 years old and up
13 ans+ Appropriate for Children 13 years old and up
16 ans+ Appropriate for Children 16 years old and up
18 ans+ Mature Audience Only

Note: When adjustments are completed, you may select another menu by pressing the Menu button.

Select Move Exit

Canada English

Canada French Off

Off

Canada English

Canada French Off

Off

Select Move Exit

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Menu Adjustments

The Channel provides the setup / changes of your television to receive broadcast channels, store your favorite chan­nels, add or skip channels in memory and label or name channels.(For antenna and Auto Channel Scan setup, please
refer to page 19.)

How to Navigate:

Press the MENU button on the remote control. Navigate using arrow   buttons to select Channel. Press the
down  button to highlight your preferences.

• Highlight Favorite to add channels to your Favorites List. Navigate using the ◄►▼▲ arrow buttons to select channels to be
added or deleted from your list. Press ENTER to add or delete a channel. A checkmark indicates a channel has been added.
You may also display your list of Favorite channels by pressing the FAV button on the remote control

• Highlight Show / Hide to select or skip channels already in memory. Navigate using the ◄►▼▲ arrow buttons to
access the list of available channels. Press ENTER to change the channels status. A checkmark indicates a channel
has been added.

• Highlight Channel Label to name or rename a broadcast channel. Navigate using the  arrow button to enter the
screen menu to relabel a channel. Use the  arrow buttons to spell out each letter, number or character. Use  
arrow buttons to advance to the next space.

• Favorite

• Show / Hide

• Channel Label

TV Settings

Select Move Exit

Air/Cable
Auto Scan

Favorite

Show/Hide

Channel list

Channel Number
Channel Label

Air

7-2

KABC-SD

Select Press ENTER change Exit

Channel Channel Label

46-1
50-0
50-1

50-2

50-3

Favorite

Select Press ENTER change Exit

Channel Channel Label

7-0

7-1

7-2

7-3

9-0

KABC-DT

KABC-SD

KABC-WN

KCAL-DT

Hide

Select Move Exit

Air/Cable
Auto Scan
Favorite

Show/Hide

Channel list

Channel Number
Channel Label

Air

7-2

KABC-SD

Select Move Exit

Select Move Exit

Air/Cable
Auto Scan
Favorite

Show/Hide

Channel list

Channel Number

Channel Label

Air

7-2

KABC-SD

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Aspect Modes

The ASPECT function offers several viewing display options on the 16:9 screen. Press the ASPECT button to cycle
through the following widescreen settings.

Press ASPECT to cycle through
the following widescreen settings.

1. NORMAL

Recommended for viewing native widescreen content and undistorted 4:3
images (with black bars).

2. WIDE

Stretches certain 4:3 content and may reduce visible black bars.

3. ZOOM

Stretches the image both vertically and horizontally to fill the screen when
viewing widescreen content. The Zoom effect will crop images somewhat.

4. CINEMA

When viewing 4:3 content, Cinema mode will fill the entire screen eliminating
visible side black bars. It may also eliminate or reduce black bars on certain
widescreen movies.

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USB Modes

1. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the Input menu. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select Media.

2. Use the ◄ / ► buttons to highlight an individual USB option.

Press the ▲▼ buttons to select Media in the
Source menu, and then press the ENTER button
to enter.

• Press the ◄ / ► buttons to select Music, and
then press the ENTER button to enter.

• Press the ◄ / ► to select drive disk you want
to watch,then press Enter button to enter.

• Press the ▲ / ▼ to select return option to
back to the previous menu.

• Press the ◄ / ► buttons to select Photo or Mu­sic, and then press the ENTER button to enter.

• Press the ◄ / ► buttons to select the option
you want to adjust in the main Media menu,then
press ENTER button to enter.

• Press the ◄ / ► buttons to select Photo, and
then press the ENTER button to enter.

• Press the ◄ / ► to select drive disk you want to
watch,then press Enter button to enter.

• Press the ▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ► to select return option
to back to the previous menu.

• Press the ◄ / ► buttons to select menu in the
bottom you want to run,then press Enter button
to operate.

• Press Menu button to back to the previous
menu and exit button to quit the entire menu.

• Press▼ button to hide the menu in the bottom.

Media

PC

HDMI 3

Media

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Specifications

Display LED

Size (inch) LE3233

Aspect Ratio 16:9

Digital Compatibility 480i / 480p / 720p /1080i

Resolution 1366x768

Brightness (cd / m2) 200

Dynamic Contrast Ratio 1000:1

Vertical Viewing Angle (degrees) 160°

Horizontal Viewing Angle (degrees) 170°

Maximum Colors (millions) 16.7M

Power Consumption 50Watts

Audio Power 2 X 8W

Dimension without Pedestal Installed 28.8” (W) x 17.3” (H) x 3.1” (D)

Weight without Pedestal 13.2 lbs

Input Connections

Composite Video (1)

Y Pb Pr (1)

HDMI (3)

RF (1)

SPDIF Digital Audio Output (1)

PC / VGA (1)

PC Audio IN (3.5mm) (1)

Headphone Jack (3.5mm) (1)

USB (1)

Audio Out (L / R) (1)

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Troubleshooting

Check for a possible solution to a symptom before contacting a customer service representative.

Symptom Possible Solutions

Cannot receive certain
channels through the
antenna

• Perform Channel Scan to add channels into the TV tuner memory.
See page 19.

• Readjust your antenna and retry Auto Channel Scan.

• Signal from the TV station may be weak in your area.

No color • Check the video installation of your external A / V equipment.

See pages 13-15.

Video noise or choppy picture • Readjust antenna. Keep TV away from noise sources, neon lights,

and microwave appliances.

TV blocked on certain channels • Perform Channel Scan to add channels into the TV tuner memory.

See page 19.

• Check whether the channel was deleted. See page 28.

• Check parental control settings. See pages 26, 27.

• Restore default settings. See page 23.

Cannot use certain functions • If the item chosen in a menu is shown in gray text, that item cannot be

selected in the current input.

No sound • Check that connected audio cables are completely inserted.

• Verify you have selected the correct audio source from your amplifier.
See page 17.

• Mute function may be enabled, press mute on the remote.

Black box on screen • The “Text” option is enabled and no text is available.

• Press the CCD button on the remote control to turn off.

No power • Batteries in the remote control may need replacing.

• Re-attach AC plug to wall outlet.

No picture • Digital TV channel signal maybe weak, try another channel.

• Press INPUT button to verify the desired input selected.

• Re-connect the antenna or cable wiring.

• Restore default settings. See page 23.

Remote control does not function • Replace batteries with new ones.

• Check that battery polarity is correct.

• Point remote directly at the TV’s IR receiver. See page 7.