The information in this training manual is intended for use by individuals possessing an adequate background in
electrical equipment, electronic devices, and mechanical systems. In any attempt to repair a television or monitor,
personal injury and property damage can result. The manufacturer or seller maintains no responsibility for the interpretation
of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use. When servicing this product, under no
circumstances should the original design be modified or altered without permission from LG Electronics. Unauthorized
modifications will not only void the warranty, but may lead to property damage or user injury. If wires, screws, straps,
clips, nuts, or washers used to complete a ground path are removed for service, they must be returned to their original
position and properly fastened.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing this product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or
test purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the necessary checks. Also be warned that many
household appliances present a weight hazard. At least two people should be involved in the installation or servicing of
such devices. Failure to consider the weight of an appliance could lead to physical injury.
ESD NOTICE
Some of the electronics in appliances are electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive. ESD can weaken or damage the electronics
in these appliances in a manner that renders them inoperative or reduces the time until their next failure. Connect a
wrist strap to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance. Alternatively, you may touch your
finger repeatedly to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance. Before removing a replacement
part from its package, touch the anti-static bag to a green connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance. Avoid
unnecessary contact with electronic parts or terminal contacts. Handle the electronic control assembly by its edges only.
When repackaging a failed electronic control assembly in an anti-static bag, observe the above instructions.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna; Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver; Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
The responsible party for this device’s compliance is:
LG Electronics of Alabama, Inc.
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, AL 35824, USA
Digital TV Hotline: 1-800-243-0000
1. Read these instructions and the instructions in owners and service manuals.
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
(including amplifiers)that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong, The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
16. WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Appliance To Rain Or
Moisture.
17. Wet Location Marking : Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
POWER CAUTION
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet circuit
which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification
page of this owner’s manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets,
loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire
insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically
examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug
it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an
authorized servicer.
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SAFETY
Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched,
closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where
the cord exits the appliance.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY NOTICE
Many electrical and mechanical parts in this chassis have special safety-related characteristics. These parts are identified
in the Schematic Diagram and Replacement Parts List. It is essential that these special safety parts should be replaced
with the same components as recommended in this manual to prevent , Shock, Fire, or other Hazards. Do not modify the
original design without permission of manufacturer.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK WARNING
An lsolation Transformer should always be used during the servicing of a receiver whose chassis is not isolated from the
AC power line. Use a transformer of adequate power rating as this protects the technician from accidents resulting in
personal injury from electrical shocks. It will also protect the receiver and its components from being damaged by
accidental shorts of the circuit that may be inadvertently introduced during the service operation. If any fuse (or
Fusible Resistor) in this monitor is blown, replace it with the same specified type. When replacing a high wattage
resistor (Oxide Metal Film Resistor, over 1W), keep the resistor 10mm away from PCB. Keep wires away from high voltage
or high temperature parts.
LEAKAGE CURRENT COLD CHECK (ANTENNA COLD CHECK)
With the instrument AC plug removed from AC source, connect an electrical jumper across the two AC plug prongs.
Place the AC switch in the on positioin, connect one lead of ohm-meter to the AC plug prongs tied together and
touch other ohm-meter lead in turn to each exposed metallic parts such as antenna terminals, phone jacks, etc. If
the exposed metallic part has a return path to the chassis, the measured resistance should be between 1M ohm and
5.2M ohm. When the exposed metal has no return path to the chassis the reading must be infinite. An other
abnormality exists that must be corrected before the receiver is returned to the customer.
LEAKAGE CURRENT HOT CHECK
Plug the AC cord directly into the AC outlet. Do not use a line Isolation Transformer during this check. Connect
1.5K/10watt resistor in parallel with a 0.15uF capacitor between a known good earth ground (Water Pipe, Conduit,
etc.) and the exposed metallic parts. Measure the AC voltage across the resistor using AC voltmeter with 1000 ohms/
volt or more sensitivity. Reverse plug the AC cord into the AC outlet and repeat AC voltage measurements for each
exposed metallic part. Any voltage measured must not exceed 0.75 volt RMS which corresponds to 0.5mA. In case
any measurement is out of the limits sepcified, there is possibility of shock hazard and the set must be checked and
repaired before it is returned to the customer.
LEAKAGE CURRENT HOT CHECK CIRCUIT
Volt Meter
0.15uF
Exposed
Metallic Parts
1.5Kohm/10W
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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
This section covers some of the past and present LG and Zenith Plasma Display Panel (PDP) TVs and
monitors. All models support computer input and RS-232, but not all models support High Definition
(HD) input. Most PDPs feature similar features and specifications. Some of the newer (2005+) models
have built-in ATSC tuners and support CableCARDTM. Note that Commerical models don't have CableCARD
support since it is not needed in a distribution network.
KEY TERMS
SDTV - Standard Definition (480i).
EDTV - Enhanced Definition (480p).
HDTV - High Definition (720p, 1080i).
XD Engine™ - Six distinct processes contribute to picture improvement.
CableCARD - Decoder card for digital cable.
HDMI - High Definition Multimedia Interface. Alternative to DVI. Smaller connector and
supports audio.
HDCP - High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection.
TM
MODEL LIST
Below is a list of all PDP models. This manual focuses on the newer 2005/2006 models, but the
others are listed for reference.
40" EDT V42" H D T V
DPDP4042PC1DAD U -42PZ60MU-42PZ15VB P42W22HRU-42PX10
DPDP40VMU-42PM12XDU-42PZ70MU-42PZ41P42W 24BRU-42PX11
MU-40PA10CDU-42PX12XC MU-42PX11MU-42PZ41VB P42W24BXRU-42PZ90
MU-40PA10MU-42PZ10MU-42PZ90P42W24PMU-42PM11
MU-40PA15MU-42PZ10B MU-42PZ90CP42W3442PX3DCV
P40V22MU-42PZ11MU-42PZ90HP42W34H42PC3D
P40V24MU-42PZ11B MZ-42PZ34P42W 34P42PM3MV
MU-42PZ11BMU-42PZ15P42W22P42W46X42PX4D
MU-42PZ15A P42W 22BRU-42PX10C42PX5D
50" H D T V60" H D T V
DU-50PZ60P50W26B50PX2CD60D VMSMU-60PZ12AP60W 38
DU-50PZ60H50PB2DR50PX2DD60DVSAMU-60PZ12BP60W 38H
MU-50PZ4150PC3DDU-50PX10C DPDP60MU-60PZ12VB 60PY2DR
MU-50PZ41B50PC1D R AMU-50PM10MU-60PZ11P60W 2660PB2DR
MU-50PZ41V50PC1D R50PY2D RMU-60PZ11BP60W 26AMU -60PZ95V
MU-50PZ41VB 50PY2DR50PX4DRMU-60PZ12P60W 26HMU-60PZ10B
P50W 2650PM1M50PX1DMU-60PZ15P60W26P60PX4DR
42" EDT V
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MODEL NUMBER FORMATS
OLDER ZENITH PRODUCTS (20002-2004)
MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
Old Zenith Structure:
Display Type
L = LCD
P = Plasma
R = CRT
Rear Projo
D = Micro
Display
OLDER LG PRODUCTS
Old LG Structure:
L 1 5 V 2 6
Screen SizeAspect Ratio
V= 4:3
W = 16:9
Model Year
2 = 2002
3 = 2003
4 = 2004
M U – 5 0 P Z 9 0 V
Feature Level
2 = Consumer
4 = Commercial
6 = Consumer
Product Type
M= Monitor
D = ATSC Tuner
K = DVD Player
R = NTSC Tuner
T = DVR
Region
U = North America
Z = Europe
T = NA & EU
P = South America
J = Japan
N = Korea
Screen Size
Display Type
F = Flat CRT
L = LCD
P = Plasma
S = Micro Display
Aspect Ratio
A B C = 4:3
X Y Z = 16:9
Options
H = High Altitude
V = Pivot
M = Altitude & Pivot
Q = Home Security
Network
D = DLP
L = LCD
Feature Level
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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
2005 LG/ZENITH PRODUCTS
Current (2005) LG & Zenith Structure:
6 0 P Y 2 D R
Feature
A = 4:3
P = 16:9
X Y Z = 16:9
L = LCOS
S = Slim
W = Wireless
Brand
Z= Zenith
Blank = LG
Screen Size
Display Type
F = Flat CRT
L = LCD
P = Plasma
S = Micro Display
Product Type
R= NTSC Tuner
D = ATSC Tuner
M = No tuner
Series
Options
R = DVR
V = DVD
C = Commercial
NEW LG/ZENITH PRODUCTS
New (2006) LG & Zenith Structure:
5 0 P A 1 D R - U A
Feature Level
C,F,J = Good
B,E,H = Better
A,D,G = Best
Brand
Z= Zenith
Blank = LG
Screen Size
Display Type
P = Plasma
L = LCD
M = LCD RPTV
D = DLP RPTV
S = LCoS RPTV
F = Flat CRT
N = CRT RPTV
J = Projector
C = Directview CRT
Region
U = North America
B = Europe & NA
Tuner
R= NTSC Tuner
D = ATSC Tuner
M = No tuner
Series
Chassis Version
Options
R = DVR
P = DVD
C = Commercial
H = High Altitude
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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBER REVIEW
You should now be able to determine the approximate age of an LCD TV by its model number. Below
is an example using 15” LCD TVs.
New Models (2006): 15LC1R
2005 models: 15LA6R and Z15LA7R
Older models (2003-2004): RU-15LA61 and L15V36
Older models (2002-2003): L15V26
Original Model (1999-2002): ZLD15A1
SERIAL NUMBER FORMATS
1) @ A B C D E F G H I
@=Year
A,B=Month
C,D=Factory Code
E-I=Sequential number (Some MWO models such as “SBM6500B” and “SBM6500W” have 6-digit sequential
number from E-J.)
Product: LG (Goldstar) Brand
2) @ A B C D E F G H I J K
@=Year
A,B=Month
C,D=Factory Code
E,F=2 digit Secret Code
G-K=Sequential number (Some MWO models such as “SMB6500B” and “SMB6500W” have 6-digit sequential
number from G-L.)
Product: LG (Goldstar) Brand (Some Products after January 2004)
3) @ A B C D E F G
@=Year
A=Month (1-9: Jan – Sep., O: Oct, N: Nov, D: Dec)
B-G=Sequential number
Product: Zenith Brand DVD/VCR (Old Serial No)
4) @ A B C D E F G
@=Year
A, B=Month
C-G=Sequential number
Product: Zenith Brand DVD/VCR (Old Serial No)
5) @ A B- C D E F G H I J
@=Year
A=Factory Code (5: Pyungtaik (PT), 8: Shanghai (SH), 9: Indonesia (DI), H: Haeju)
B=Shift (1 or 2)
C=Production Line
D=Day of the week produced (Sunday: 1, Monday: 2, etc.)
E,F=Calendar Week Produced
G-J=Sequential number
Product: Zenith Brand DVD/VCR/ZHS (New Serial No) [DAV Division Products]
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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
g
)
6) @ A B- C D E F G H I J
@=Year
A=Factory (1: Kumi (DND), 2: Reynosa CTV, 3: Reynosa Wall Projection TV, 4: Five Rivers, 5: Daewoo, 6: Action,
7: Hitachi, 8: Juarez, 9: Springfield, A: Kumi (DID), B: Mexicali (LGEMX))
B=Shift (1 or 2)
C=Production Line
D=Day of the week produced (Sunday: 1, Monday: 2, etc.)
E,F=Calendar Week Produced
G-J=Sequential number
Product: Zenith Brand TV/TVCR/PTV/HDTV/Projector
7) @ A B- C D E F G H I J K
@=Bar-code Start digit must by 0
A,B=Factory Code
C=Line Code (T1: 1, T2: 2)
D=Year
E,F=Month
G-K=Sequential number
à MX: Production Site (produced at LGEMX in Mexico)
à 403: Last di
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it of Year and Month for Production(manu. In March 2004
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
GROUNDING
Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock. If grounding
methods are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to
ground the unit by connecting it to telephone wires, lightening rods, or gas pipes.
PLACEMENT
The TV can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or
on a desktop etc. Some models can be mounted verically
(Portrait) or horizontally (Landscape). Do not mount models
that are not denoted as pivot models veritcally. For proper
ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 in. on each side and the
top, 2.36 in. on the bottom, and 4 in. from the wall.
JACKPACK COVER
Some models feature a jackpack cover. Remove the cover by
grasping the lower left and right of the cover and then pulling it
out.
Make the required connections and then replace the cover by
aligning the guide to the bushings and press the cover in place
with your hand.
4 inches
4 inches
2 inches
4 inches4 inches
ANTI-TIP BRACKETS
If the set will be mounted on a desk top, secure the
TV assembly by joining it to a wall by using the
included wall brackets. Some models are mounted
differently than others, refer to the owners manual
for the model you are installing.
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INSTALLATION
GENERAL MOUNTING
The chart below gives screw sizes needed to mount our plasma units to most wall mounts. The
design of the mount may require longer or shorter screws than the length indicated below. Lengh is
in the far right column. Use 25mm screws for the 42” and 50” plasma models and 15mm for the 60”
models. This is subject to change without notice. Some units require spacers between the mount and
the unit, this also varies by cabinet design.
Nominal
Nominal
Diameter
Diameter
Pitch
Pitch
Root
Root
Radius
Radius
Pitch
Pitch
Diameter
Diameter
Minor
Minor
Diameter
Diameter
Thread
Thread
Height
Height
Drill
Drill
Diameter
Diameter
Length
Length
mmmmh3H1d3D1d2=D2rPd = D
mmmmh3H1d3D1d2=D2rPd = D
254.20.40.4914.134.0194.480.1150.8M 5.00
254.20.40.4914.134.0194.480.1150.8M 5.00
154.20.40.4914.134.0194.480.1150.8M 5.00
154.20.40.4914.134.0194.480.1150.8M 5.00
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OPERATION
OPERATION
This section covers basic TV functions and operation. Refer to the owners manual for additional
information.
NOTE: The DVR (Digital Video Recorder), DCR (Digital Cable Ready) and TV Guide features are
not discussed in this section, they each have their own section near the end of this
manual.
LANGUAGE
For best results, adjust or confirm adjustment of the On-Screen Menu Language first.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Confirm the desired language selection.
U.S. models incorporate the three North American languages
(English, Spanish, French)
5.If the selected language is not desired, change the language by using the
to highlight the desired language setting and press the ENTER button to set the language.
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
/
buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5
/
buttons to highlight the Language Menu (6
th
Menu) and press
th
Item) and press
/
buttons
TIP: If the language is set to Spanish, the Language Menu will be listed as “Lenguaje”. If the
language is set to French, the Language Menu will be listed as “Langue”. The main menu
list will not change.
SETUP MENU
The Setup Menu houses all of the services and options for TV channels and inputs.
EZ SCAN
The EZ Scan function will automatically scan for all available over-the-air (OTA) broadcast and/or
Cable TV Service channels and adds them to the “Channel Map”. Depending on individual model
features, EZ Scan can scan for OTA-NTSC (analog channels from antenna) labeled TV, OTA-ATSC
(digital channels from antenna) labeled DTV, CATV (analog Cable TV Service channels), and/or CADTV
(digital Cable TV Service channels).
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Press or ENTER to begin the EZ Scan process
5.Once the EZ Scan is complete, press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU
to return to the previous menu.
NOTE: If a Cable Box is used to decode CATV channels and output them to the TV via Ch3 or
Ch4, the CATV and CADTV channels will not be scanned by the EZ Scan function.
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight EZ Scan (1st Item)
NOTE: If a CableCARD™ is used, CATV and CADTV scans are not performed by the EZ Scan
function. CATV and CADTV channels are added to the “Channel Map” via the CableCARD™.
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TIP: The EZ Scan function will re-add previously deleted channels to the “Channel Map”. In
order to maintain Channel Map preferences, the manual scan option should be used for
individual channel additions.
MANUAL SCAN
The Manual Scan option allows users to manually add channels to the “Channel Map” without
having to perform a complete scan.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the or ENTER buttons to enter the Manual Scan function
5.Use the
6.Use the button to move to the channel number field
7.Use the
8.Press the ENTER button to save the channel.
9.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight Manual Scan (2nd Item)
/
buttons to select the channel type (TV/DTV/CATV/CADTV)
/
buttons to select the channel number
NOTE: Input physical channel numbers instead of virtual channel numbers. (For Example, WXYZ
may broadcast NTSC on Ch 5 and ATSC on Ch 9. Even though the ATSC broadcast appears
as Ch 5-1, 5-2, etc., the physical channel number is Ch 9 while the virtual channel
assignment or “5” is carried in the PSIP data.)
CHANNEL EDIT
The Channel Edit feature allows users to specify channel usage. Users may add or delete channels
from the Channel Map. (The add function primarily operates on channels that have already been
added to the Channel map and previously deleted. Use the Manual Scan function to add a new
channel.) Users may also create a Favorite Channel Map by using the Channel Edit feature and
marking specified channels “FAV”.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use theor ENTER buttons to enter the Channel Edit function
5.Use the
6.To Add / Delete a channel, press the ENTER button
7.To mark or remove a channel from the Favorite Channel Map, press the FAV button
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight Channel Edit (3rd Item)
/
/
/ buttons to select a channel number
TIP: To switch between channel types, TV, CATV, DTV, CADTV, move to the top of the window
and select the tab that corresponds with the desired channel type.
DTV SIGNAL STRENGTH
The DTV Signal Strength functions displays a bar meter showing the current strength of the incoming
ATSC signal. This feature only applies to digital channel reception and is not available for NTSC
channels. This feature is designed to aid in antenna placement and alignment for ATSC reception.
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OPERATION
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls.
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the or ENTER buttons to display the DTV Signal Meter.
5.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
TIP: You may also display the DTV Signal Meter by pressing the SIGNAL button on the Remote
Control.
CHANNEL LABEL
The Channel Label feature allows users the ability to assign a network logo to individual channels.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls.
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the or ENTER buttons to enter the Channel Label Setup Screen.
5.Use the Channel Up / Down buttons to select the desired channel.
6.Use the
7.Press ENTER to assign the logo to the channel.
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight DTV Signal (4th Item).
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press .
/
buttons to highlight Channel Label (5th Item).
/
/
/ buttons to select the desired logo.
NOTE: Not all Network Logos are available. Memory limitations restrict the amount of logos
that can be available within the software of the TV.
MAIN INPUT
The Main Input option selects the TV’s input (picture source) to be displayed on the screen.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the or ENTER buttons to enter the Main Input Selection List
5.Use the
6.Press ENTER to confirm input selection
7.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
SUB INPUT
The Sub Input option selects the input (picture source) to be displayed as Picture-In-Picture (PIP).
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the or ENTER buttons to enter the Main Input Selection List
5.Use the
6.Press ENTER to confirm input selection
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight Main Input (6th Item)
/
buttons to highlight the desired input (Antenna, Cable, Video 1, etc)
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight Sub Input (7th Item)
/
buttons to highlight the desired input (Antenna, Cable, Video 1, etc.)
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7.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
NOTE: Not all inputs are available for Sub Input at all times. When the Main Input being used
is a digital type, the available Sub Inputs are Analog Broadcast, Video, and Front Video.
When the Main Input being used is an analog type, the available Sub Inputs are DTV,
Analog, Video, and Front Video.
INPUT LABEL
The Input Label feature allows users to rename the TV’s inputs for easier identification.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the or ENTER buttons to enter the Input Label Selection List
5.Use the
6.Use the
Box, Game, PC, or none)
7.Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to add more input labels
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
/
buttons to highlight the SETUP Menu (1st Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight Input Label (8th Item)
/
buttons to select an input source
/
buttons to select the input label (VCR, DVD, Set Top Box, Satellite, Cable
VIDEO MENU
The Video Menu houses all of the services and options for Picture adjustment.
EZ PICTURE
The EZ Picture option is a series of pre-set values for picture appearance for particular program
categories. Typical EZ Picture options include:
Daylight – A bright setting to help compensate for high levels of ambient light normally
experienced during daytime hours.
Night Time – A dim setting to help compensate for reduced levels of ambient light normally
experienced during nighttime hours.
Normal – An average setting to use as a default setting, or as a starting point for adjustments.
Movie – A setting to enhance the appearance of film based movies.
Video Game – A setting to enhance the appearance of video games.
Sports – A setting to enhance the appearance of sporting events.
TIP: There is an additional setting labeled Custom, which has no preset levels. The Custom setting
selects the most recent stored settings from Manual Picture Control.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
/
buttons to highlight the VIDEO Menu (2nd Menu) and press
/
buttons to highlight EZ Picture (1st Item) and press
/
buttons to highlight the desired setting
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MANUAL PICTURE CONTROL
The Manual Picture Control option allows users to set individual picture controls such as Contrast,
Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness, and Color Temperature. The Manual Picture Controls should be
used to properly set the display once it is in a users home. The environment around the display will
affect the perceived quality of the display. For example, the color of the walls and flooring will
affect the color levels seen on the display. Also, the amount of ambient light in the room will affect
the brightness of the display.
To properly set the Manual Picture Control levels:
1.Make sure the display is in its final place in the room. (If the display is moved to another
position, the controls will need to be re-adjusted.)
2.Adjust ambient light. The adjustments should be made for night time movie watching as,
this is when consumers are most critical of picture quality. The room should be darkened
with little to no ambient light in front of the display. For best results, and to reduce the
chance of eye strain, there should be slight ambient light behind the display.
3.Turn off or disable any additional video signal processing such as: XD Engine, Velocity
Scan, etc
4.Set EZ Picture to the Normal setting.
5.Set Color Temperature to the Warm setting.
Contrast – The Contrast control is used to adjust the White Level of the display. The proper setting
for contrast is only high enough to allow the difference between white and light gray to be seen.
When contrast is set too high, light grays will appear washed out or white, and whites can begin to
bloom or over saturate with color (appear slightly blue, pink, or green). When contrast is set too
low, whites will appear gray.
To properly set the Contrast Level, lower the contrast setting so that white becomes gray. Next,
begin stepping up the contrast level until the lightest gray color becomes white (white and gray
sections become one larger section) and then move the control down one step. There should always
be a noticeable difference between white and light gray and also note that for best results on all
display types (and to reduce display wear) the Contrast Level should be no higher than “85”.
Brightness – The Brightness control is used to adjust the Black Level of the display. The proper
setting for brightness is only high enough to allow the difference between black and dark gray to be
seen. When brightness is set too high, blacks will appear washed out or gray. When brightness is set
too low, dark grays will appear black.
To properly set the Brightness Level, begin stepping down the brightness level until the darkest
gray disappears into black (at the same time, black and “blacker-than-black” will mix into one.
Next, step the brightness level up once so that, black and “blacker-than-black” remain together yet
the darkest gray is visible.
NOTE: The Brightness and Contrast controls interact with each other. The current brightness
setting will affect the white level and the current contrast setting will affect the black
level. Therefore, you may need to readjust the contrast setting after adjusting the
brightness setting, and likewise readjust the brightness setting after subsequent contrast
settings. Keep repeating the adjustment until the black and white levels are reached.
Color – The Color control is used to adjust the Color Saturation of the display. The proper setting
for color is to the point where the primary (red, green, & blue) and sub-primary (yellow, cyan, &
magenta) colors appear as their pure, natural colors without “bleeding” into other colors. When
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color is set too high, predominant colors, such as red, will bloom and bleed, causing white to
appear pink, and yellow to appear orange. When color is set too low, the entire image will appear
more gray than colored, with the extreme lower limit resulting in a Black & White picture. To
properly set the Color Level, lower the color setting to the point where colors begin to appear gray.
Next, begin stepping up the color level until the primary and sub-primary colors begin to exceed
their normal color representations.
Tint – The Tint control is used adjust the Hue of the display between red or green. The proper
setting for tint is, as with the color setting, to the point where the primary (red, green, & blue)
and sub-primary (yellow, cyan, & magenta) colors appear as their pure, natural colors without
bleeding into other colors. The extreme settings of tint will result in a red/magenta overall hue or
a green/cyan overall hue. To properly set the Tint control, adjust towards red if yellows appear with
a green tint or towards green is yellows appear with a red or orange tint.
NOTE: The Color and Tint controls interact with each other. The current color setting will affect
the hue and the current tint setting will affect the saturation. Therefore, you may need
to readjust the color setting after adjusting the tint setting, and likewise readjust the tint
setting after subsequent color settings. Keep repeating the adjustment until the best
color representation is reached.
TIP: After Color and Tint adjustments are completed, reds may over saturate slightly, causing
yellows to appear orange. You may need to slightly reduce the color level to compensate
for this effect.
Sharpness – The Sharpness control is used to adjust the amount of data added to the display
image. When the sharpness control is set too high, white or jagged edges will appear on black lines
or the edges of objects. When the sharpness control is set too low, the edges of objects or black
lines will appear fuzzy. To properly set the Sharpness control, adjust the setting up or down until
black lines have crisp, clean edges, while maintaining the overall brightness level across the image.
TIP: If a noticeable difference is not seen during the sharpness adjustment, simply place the
control at the 50 mark.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Use the
7.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
Color Temperature – The Color Temperature control is used to adjust the color of gray on the
display between red and blue tint. The Cool setting will provide a slightly blue tint to the picture.
The Warm setting will provide a slightly red tint to the picture. Once the previous adjustments have
been made, the color temperature may be changed for personal preference.
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buttons to highlight the VIDEO Menu (2nd Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight the desired control and press
/ buttons to adjust the control
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buttons to change to another control or
Video Reset
The Video Reset option will revert all video menu options to their factory preset values. The EZ
Picture function will revert to the Daylight setting and the custom settings are the same as Normal.
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AUDIO MENU
The Audio Menu provides access to all of the services and options for Sound adjustment.
AUDIO LANGUAGE
The Audio Language setting allows a default language to be specified for any digital broadcasts that
might have alternate audio languages.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
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buttons to highlight the AUDIO Menu (3
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buttons to highlight Audio Language (1st Item) and press
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buttons to select a default audio language
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
EZ SOUNDRITE
The EZ SoundRite option prevents the audio level of television commercials from exceeding the
audio level of preceding television programs.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
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buttons to highlight the AUDIO Menu (3rd Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight EZ SoundRite (2nd Item) and press
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buttons to highlight either Off or On
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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Menu) and press
EZ SOUND
The EZ Sound function is a series of preset audio settings to maximize the sound quality of various
program types.
Normal – Factory presets for treble, bass, and front surround
Stadium – Preset values for sporting events
News – Preset values to dialog with little to no background effects
Music – Preset values for musical events
Theater – Preset values for movies
TIP: There is an additional setting labeled Custom, which has no preset levels. The Custom
setting selects the most recent stored settings from Manual Sound Control.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
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buttons to highlight the AUDIO Menu (3rd Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight EZ Sound (3rd Item) and press
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buttons to highlight the desired setting
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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MANUAL SOUND CONTROL
Balance – The balance control is used to adjust the level of the left and right TV speakers. In
normal conditions, the balance control should be set to the middle (even) position. If the main
viewing position is not centered with the TV, adjust to balance control so that the speaker farther
from the main viewing position is has a higher level.
Treble – The treble control adjusts the level of higher frequencies of the audio
spectrum.
Bass – The bass control adjusts the level of lower frequencies of the audio spectrum.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Use the
7.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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buttons to highlight the AUDIO Menu (3rd Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight the desired control and press
/ buttons to adjust the control
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buttons to change to another control or
FRONT SURROUND
The Front Surround option provides extra processing to mimic surround sound effects using only
the TV’s 2-channel speakers.
3D EchoSound System – SRS Labs process for improving an incoming mono audio signal to
produce a simulated stereo effect. The 3D EchoSound system will also create a three-dimensional
sound by creating a wider and deeper sound stage.
SRS TruSurround XT – SRS Labs process for mimicking multi-channel surround sound effect from
2-channels of audio output. The SRS TruSurround XT process can also provide more clarity and bass
enrichment to stereo signals.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
TV SPEAKER
The TV Speaker selection option is used to either enable or disable the TV’s internal speakers. If the
TV is connected to a home theater system and there is no desire for audio from the TV’s speakers,
the TV’s speakers may be turned off.
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buttons to highlight the AUDIO Menu (3rd Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Front Surround (7th Item) and press
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buttons to select the desired setting
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
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buttons to highlight the AUDIO Menu (3rd Menu) and press 4
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buttons to highlight TV Speakers (8th Item) and press
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buttons to select the desired setting
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6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
STEREO / SAP SETUP (NON-MENU OPTION)
This TV can receive both MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) signal that
may be present. Pressing the SAP buttons on the Remote Control will cycle the TV between three
options; Mono, Stereo, and SAP. The Mono and Stereo options will provide audio from the MTS or
mono signal present from the broadcaster. The SAP option will provide audio in either another
language or another topic only if provided from the broadcaster.
NOTE: Even though the TV’s settings may be either Stereo or SAP, when a mono signal is the
only type provided by the broadcaster, mono sound will be heard (unless 3D EchoSound
System is selected).
TIP: If the incoming signal is very weak, selecting Mono will improve the sound output of a
stereo broadcast when the audio is fading in and out.
TIME MENU
The Time Menu provides access to all of the services and options for Clock and Timer adjustments.
AUTO CLOCK
The Auto Clock option allows the TV’s clock to be set automatically via either XDS signals from a
PBS broadcaster or from Gemstar’s TV Guide On Screen (TVGOS) signal. Non-TVGOS models – Auto
Clock will set the clock based on XDS signal from a PBS broadcaster.TVGOS models – Auto
Clock will set the clock based on the incoming TVGOS signal.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.If On is selected, use the
6.Use the
7.Press ENTER to save the selection
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
MANUAL CLOCK
The Manual Clock option allows direct setting of the TV’s clock.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Use the
6.Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to set the date and time
7.Press ENTER to save the selection
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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buttons to highlight the TIME Menu (4th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Auto Clock (1st Item) and press
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buttons to select Off or On and press
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buttons to select the time zone the TV is located in
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buttons to select the Daylight Saving option (Auto, Off, On)
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buttons to highlight the TIME Menu (4th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Manual Clock (2nd Item) and press
/ buttons to select Year
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buttons to set the current year
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NOTE: The Manual Clock option is not available if TVGOS has been setup.
TIMER
The timer functions allow the TV to automatically turn on or off at specified times.
OFF TIMER
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.If set to On, use the
6.If set to On, use the
7.Press ENTER to save the selection
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
ON TIMER
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.If set to On, use the
6.If set to On, use the
7.If set to On, use the
8.If set to On, use the V buttons to set the volume for the TV to turn on at
9.Press ENTER to save the selection
10. Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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buttons to highlight the TIME Menu (4th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Off Timer (3rd Item) and press
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buttons to select Off or On and press
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buttons to set the hour
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buttons to set the minute
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buttons to highlight the TIME Menu (4th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight On Timer (4th Item) and press
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buttons to select Off or On and press
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buttons to set the hour
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buttons to set the minute
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buttons to set the channel for the TV to turn on to
NOTE: The TV must be in Stand-by mode for the On function to operate.
TIP: The time must be set before the timer functions can operate.
NOTE: If there is no interaction from a user (any Remote Control or Front Control button)
within 2 hours of the TV turning On under the On Timer function, the TV will turn back
off. This is a safety measure built into the TV to prevent the TV from accidentally turning
on.
SLEEP TIMER
The Sleep Timer function allows the TV to turn off after specified intervals of time.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
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buttons to highlight the TIME Menu (4th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Sleep Timer (5th Item) and press
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buttons to select the desired time intervaland press
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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TIP: Pressing the SLEEP button on the Remote Control will also activate the Sleep Timer
function. Once activated, each subsequent press of the SLEEP button will change the
time interval (10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240 minutes, or off).
AUTO OFF
The Auto Off function, when activated, will automatically turn the TV off if there is no input signal
for 10 minutes. This feature is useful when watching DVD Movies or using a Cable TV Box.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
OPTION MENU
The Option Menu houses general options and settings for additions control of the TV.
ASPECT RATIO CONTROL (ARC)
The Aspect Ratio Control function adjusts the way that 4:3 programs are displayed.
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buttons to highlight the TIME Menu (4th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Auto Off (6th Item) and press
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buttons to select Off or On
Set By Program – Disables ARC processing and allows the original aspect ratio of the incoming
program to be displayed.
4:3 – Displays 4:3 content without any correction, showing bars on both sides of the picture
16:9 – Displays 4:3 content stretched horizontally, consuming the entire screen
Horizon – Displays 4:3 content stretched only at the sides to consume the entire screen. The
center portion of the image is not stretched.
Zoom 1 – Enlarges the overall size of 4:3 content to consume the entire screen without and
distortion. However, the upper and lower portions of the image will be cropped.
Zoom 2 – Enlarges the overall size of 4:3 content to a greater extent than Zoom 1
Cinema Zoom – Adjustable enlargement of the Zoom function. (1-16)
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
CINEMA 3:2 MODE SETUP
The Cinema 3:2 Mode provides additional process for 480i content (particularly movies) to help
reduce the flickering caused during the conversion of 24 fps film to 30fps television signals.
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buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Aspect Ratio (1st Item) and press
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buttons to select the desired ARC setting
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
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buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Cinema 3:2 Mode (2nd Item) and press
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4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
NOTE: Cinema 3:2 Mode only operates in 480i mode.
CAPTION
Closed Captions are included in the NTSC and ATSC television signals to provide text of dialog spoken
in the program.
To activate / deactivate Captions:
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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buttons to select Off or On
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buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Caption (3rd Item) and press
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buttons to select Off or On
CAPTION/TEXT
The Caption/Text option is used to select the type (NTSC) or language (ATSC) of captions to be
displayed.
Incoming NTSC broadcast signal:
CC 1 – Closed Captions that are in English and in time with spoken dialog
CC 2 – Closed Captions that are not required to be in time with spoken dialog
CC 3 – Closed Captions that are in an alternate language
CC 4 – Open use, without specifications
Text 1 – Near full screen Closed Captions in time with spoken dialog
Text 2 – Near full screen Closed Captions not required to be in time with dialog
Text 3 – Open use near full screen captions
Text 4 – Open use near full screen captions
NOTE: Most broadcasts will only include CC1 and are not required to use any other format.
Incoming ATSC broadcast signal:
English – English captions
Spanish – Optional Spanish captions
French – Option French captions
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Press ENTER to save the selection
6.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Caption/Text (4th Item) and press
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buttons to select the desired option
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CAPTION OPTION
The Caption Option setting is only available when the incoming signal is a DTV broadcast and if the
settings within the PSIP signal (provided by the broadcaster) allow alteration of the caption
display. When available, the caption text may be altered by size, font, and color.
Size – Set the size of the captions
Font – Set the font of the captions
Text Color – Set the color of the caption text
Text Opacity – Set the opaqueness of the caption text
Background Color – Set the background color of the captions
Background Opacity – Set the opaqueness of the caption’s background
Edge Type – Set a border for the captions
Edge Color – Set a color for the caption border
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
4.Use the
5.Use the
6.Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to set the edit all of the desired items
7.Press ENTER to save the selection
8.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
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buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight Caption Option (2nd Item) and press
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buttons to select the desired item
/ buttons to set the item option
EZ DEMO
The EZ Demo option demonstrates the available menus of the TV.
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
3.Use the
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buttons to highlight the OPTION Menu (5th Menu) and press
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buttons to highlight EZ Demo (7th Item) and press
4.Press EXIT to stop the demonstration
LOCK MENU
The Lock Menu allows change of of the Parental Controls / V-Chip settings for the TV to block
specific channels, ratings and/or inputs. The Parental Control function blocks programs based on
the ratings sent by the broadcaster. The default setting allows all programs to be viewed. To use
this functions, the following must be performed:
1.Set ratings and categories to be blocked
2.Set a Parental Control password
3.Enable the locking system
TO ENTER WHILE LOCKED:
1.Press MENU on the Remote Control or Front Controls
2.Use the
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buttons to highlight the LOCK Menu (6th Menu) and press
3.Enter the password (0000 is the default password)
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4.Use the
5.Use the
6.Press ENTER to save the selection
7.Press EXIT to completely exit the On-Screen Menu or MENU to return to the previous
menu.
TIP: If the password is forgotten, “7777” will reset it.
MOVIE RATING SYSTEM
G – General audience (all ratings below are blocked)
PG – Parental guidance suggested (all ratings below are blocked)
PG-13 – Parents strongly cautioned (all ratings below are blocked)
R – Restricted (all ratings below are blocked)
NC-17 – No one 17 and under admitted (all ratings below are blocked)
X – Adult only
Blocking Off – Permits all programs
TELEVISION RATING SYSTEM
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buttons to highlight the desired system and press
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buttons to set the desired blocking
TV-G – General audience
TV-PG – Parental guidance suggested
TV-14 – Parents strongly cautioned
TV-MA – Mature audience only
TV-Y – All children
TV-Y7 – Children 7 years and older