Magnavox 42MF 230A User Manual
42MF 230A
42''Plasma TV
English
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CONTENT
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................ .1
FCC Notice ...................................................................................................................... .2
Precautions and Reminders .................................................................................... ……….3
Front Panel Control................................................................................................... ……….5
Basic Installation................................................................................................................6
Remote Control Function.................................................................................................. .7
OSD Menu Descriptions
Main Menu...............................................................................................................….8
Setup Menu..............................................................................................................….8
Video Menu..............................................................................................................….9
Audio Menu..............................................................................................................….9
Feature Menu ............................................................................................................10
EPG.............................................................................................................................11
TV Channel Arrangement……………………………………………………………………………….11
Specifications.....................................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................13
MAGNAVOX Limited Warranty...........................................................................................14
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Know these
safety symbols
This "bolt of lightning" indicates
uninsulated material within your unit
may cause an electrical shock.For the safety
of everyone in your household,please do not
remove product covering.
The "exclamation point" calls attention
to features for which you should read
the enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, this apparatus should not be
exposed to rain or moisture and objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should not
be placed on this apparatus.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot,fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour eviter les choc
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electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de
la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la
prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.
For Customer Use
Enter below the Serial No.which is located
on the rear of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Read before operating equipment
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Do not operate this apparatus near water.
3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
4. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. 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 third grounding prong. The wide blade or third
prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet..
7. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
8. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
9. Use only with a car t, 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.
10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
11. 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 apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
12. This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of
these materials may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org
13. Damage Requiring Service -The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
• The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or
• Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or
• The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
• The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
• The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
Note to the CATV system installer: This
reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC
grounding and, in particular, specifies that
hat provides guidelines for proper
the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
14. Tilt/Stability- All televisions must comply with recommended
international safety standards for tilt and stability properties
of its cabinet design.
• Do not compromise these design standards by applying
excessive pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet
which could ultimately overturn the product.
• Do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing
electronic equipment/toys on the top of the cabinet.
Such items could unsuspectingly fall from the top of the
set and cause product damage and/or personal injury.
15. Wall or Ceiling Mounting- The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
16. Powe r L in es- An outdoor antenna should be located away
from power lines.
17. Outdoor Antenna Grounding- If an outside antenna is
connected to the receiver, make sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide protection against voltage surges
and built up of static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA
No.70-1984, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See Figure below.
18. Object and Liquid Entry- Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure
through openings.
19. Battery Usage CAUTION –To prevent battery leakage that
may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to
the unit:
• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as
marked on the unit.
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and
alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long
time.
20. Keep this manual for future reference
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
NEC - National Electric Code
GROUND CLAMP
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTE
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
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FCC Notice
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 in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authority to operated the equipment under FCC rules. This device complies with part
15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the follo wing two conditions:
1. This device ma y not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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Precautions and Reminders
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Do not place unit on uneven surfaces.
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Unplug immediately if there is any
malfunction, like no video, no audio,
smoke or a bad odor.
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Do not place the TV in confined
spaces or in a box when using it.
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Unplug immediately if other foreign
materials are put inside TV box or if the TV
fell down.
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Do not throw any object like metals or
flammable materials into the TV set.
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Prohibit/Avoid opening TV cabinet
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