Marantz DL5500 User Manual

DLPTMTECHNOLOGY REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION

DL5500

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2-3

SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER

USING THE DLPTMTECHNOLOGY
REAR PROJECTION TV AS A PC
MONITOR

FIRST TIME USE 4-23

THE REMOTE CONTROL 24-36

ON SCREEN DISPLAY

LAMP REPLACEMENT
PLUG AND PLAY
TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT
AGENCY REGULATORY INFORMATION
USEFUL INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE HOTLINE
FEATURE INFORMATION

79-91

68-78

37-67

Digital Light Processing, DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks of Texas Instruments.
The DLP logo is a trademark of Texas Instruments.

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
YOUR MARANTZ TELEVISION

Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of MARANTZ televisions.

Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this
section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you
obtain from it to the proper operation of your MARANTZ television.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this color television.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

NOTE: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the color television.

• Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television.

• This television is not intended for use in a computer room.

POWER SOURCE

THIS

TELEVISION

IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz, AC CURRENT. INSERT THE

POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE COLOR TELEVISION’S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND
TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NEVER CONNECT THE

COLOR TELEVISION

TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN

THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.

CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other

hazards. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or
service center.

NOTE: This television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in accordance with

paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

CAUTION:

Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not
expressly approved by MARANTZ could void the user’s authority to operate the television.

MODIFICATIONS:

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that
are not expressly approved by Marantz America may void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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IMPORTANT

Read before operating equipment

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.

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 a 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 the 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

15. Televisions are designed to comply with the
recommended safety standards for tilt and stability.
Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top,
of the cabinet which could cause the product to
overturn resulting in product damage and/or personal
injury.

16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as
recommended by the manufacturer.

17. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical
circuits.

18. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be
sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up
static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information
with respect to proper grounding for 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.

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 that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250 PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUND
CLAMP

Do not place any objects on the top of the
television which may fall or cause a child to climb
to retrieve the objects.

Disposal of this product may require specific
instructions pertaining to your resident state. For
disposal or recycling information, please contact
your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org.

PREVENTION OF PATTERN BURN

Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (non­moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Such “PATTERN BURNS” constitute misuse and are NOT
COVERED by your MARANTZ Factory Warranty. When using the Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left
permanently in one corner of the screen or a “PATTERN BURN” may develop over a long period of time.

PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL

Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require
prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.

ACCESSORIES

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Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched
part of the cover with your fingers and pulling the cover off.

2. Insert two new “AA” size batteries for the remote control. When
replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out.

3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.

4. Replace the cover.

BOTTOM VIEW

Lift up on tab to
remove back cover.

PARTS NAME PART NO. ILLUSTRATION

DRY BATTERY (R6P-AA)

“AA” SIZE BATTERY

2784243

RC5500DL

REMOTE CONTROL

HL01646

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TV

VCR

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TAPE

CD

AMP

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CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same or equivalent type.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW
MARANTZ DLP

TM

REAR PROJECTION TV

ANTENNA

Unless your Rear Projection TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV
antenna is recommended for best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from
interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient.

LOCATION

Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen. Also, be sure that the location
selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set.
To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the Rear Projection TV where
temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

VIEWING

The major benefit of the MARANTZ Rear Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test
various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing.

The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the Rear Projection TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture
brightness decreases as the viewer moves to the left and right of the receiver.

During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the
reflection or the Rear Projection TV can be located in a different section of the room.

If the Rear Projection TV’s audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system’s external speakers, the best audio performance will
be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of
the picture screen center. For best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the Rear
Projection TV, place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area. Differences in room sizes and acoustical
environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance.

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3'

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5'

10'

15'

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BEST

VERTICAL VIEWING

ANGLE

20'

1 Lamp Explosion This set has a 200W lamp. The lamp rarely breaks. If it does, it will make a pop noise.

2On time It takes time (17 seconds) to display picture on television compared to a conventional color tele-

vision. LED at the front panel indicates the set is under power on condition. (See note on page 8)

3 Restart time It takes about 60 seconds for the picture to re-appear, after quickly pressing power OFF

then ON again. Three LEDs indicate the set is under power on condition. On: Three LED’s
blink alternately. Off: One LED blinks.

4When power off Fans will keep working for about 2 minutes after power OFF to cool down the lamp.

5 Lamp replacement It is recommended that you replace the lamp every 4000 hours to obtain good picture bright-

ness (This is not a guarantee that life time of a lamp is 4000 hours).

6 Bright and This set has fixed pixel elements. There may be some dark/bright spots on the

dark spot element. However, this is not a defect.

7 Streaks in Please set proper signal strength. You may see streaks in picture on some channels without

Picture proper antenna. Streaks may disappear when signal is strong. Place antenna and cable

away from the AC power cord.

8 Bend, tilt Due to varying signal content, you may see vertical or horizontal lines bend occasionally in

PC mode. However, this phenomenon is not a defect. It’s caused by a lack of picture content
due to under-scanning in PC mode.

9PC mode This set provides the best picture quality in SVGA mode. It is recommended that you set your

PC to SVGA mode. In OVERSCAN mode, top/bottom icon will be approximately 19% to 50%
within the viewable area, and should be accessible to grab and click. Picture is overscanned
when receiving XGA or higher resolution signals.

10 Burning Please do not leave the TV set with still pictures like games, stock market qutoes, and other

non-moving pictures. Otherwise it may cause a pattern burn on the screen.

11 Protect Operation When the lamp is cooling down, the remote control does not respond within 15 seconds. LED at

when power on the front panel shows if your set accepts remote commands. When blinking is slow, your set is

ready to accept remote commands.

12 Please do not There is a color wheel spinning at high revolution in the television set. It may be broken if you

move your set move your set before setting power off.
when it is on

13 Input/PinP The television CPU sets picture blanking to hide unnecessary noise, until it becomes stable.

mode change

14 OSD position/size OSD position/size change according to the picture aspect format, when watching a component

(Y-PBPR) signal. SDTV (480P): OSD aspect changes when screen format is changed. HDTV
(720P): OSD expands horizontally. (Both edges of OSD may be hidden according to
circumstances.)

15 Cooling Fan/ Your DL5500 is designed with cooling fans to provide air circulation for the optical engine

Color Wheel and a rotating component called the color wheel as part of the optical system. Under certain
noise viewing conditions, as in a quiet room during scenes with no audio or low volume level, the

sound generated by the fans or color wheel may be audible. This is a normal operating condition.

No. Items Notes

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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono
connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most
stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be
sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector

This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna
adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).

Phono Connector

Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to
inputs and outputs located on the Rear Projection Television’s
rear jack panel and front control panel.

''F'' Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the
antenna terminal on the Rear Projection Television.

S-VIDEO (Super Video) Connector (Optional)

This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc
players with an S-VIDEO feature in place of the standard video
cable to produce a high quality picture.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV)

When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor
antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If
you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial
cable to the ANT B terminal.

VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna

When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, connect
the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF
adapter. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV.

When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected

Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna
terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult
your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer.

T
o

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

Stereo Cable (3.5 mm plug to 3.5 mm plug) (Optional)

This cable is used to connect from AUDIO OUT jack on the
back of the computer’s sound card to the PC1 AUDIO INPUT
jack of the Rear Projection Television.

Optical Cable

This cable can be used to connect to a component with an
Optical Audio Out jack, such as a Dolby* Digital DVD player or
an HDTV Set Top Box. Use this cable for the best sound quality.

D-SUB MINI 15-Pin Cable (Optional)

This cable is used to connect a computer VGA output to the D­SUB input.

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PC AUDIO OUT

3.5 mm
Stereo

Mini Plug

2

RCA Type

Plugs

o outdoor antenna
r CATV cable

To outdoor VHF
or UHF antenna

To second antenna
or cable system

To outdoor
antenna or
CATV system

To UHF
Antenna

ANT A/ANT B

Antenna mixer

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

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 REMOTE CONTROL Sensor

Point your remote at the screen when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. The remote control sensor is inside the screen.

 PERFECT PICTURE Sensor

The PERFECT PICTURE sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the
best picture. (see page 58)

 LAMP Indicator - NORMAL OPERATION INDICATOR IS OFF

If light is lit, the lamp has failed. See page 79-82 for lamp replacement procedure. Consult your Marantz dealer for proper part. If
light is blinking, lamp cover is not assembled securely after replacement.

 TEMP Indicator

This light is off during normal operation.
If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. If this indicator is blinking, the cooling fan has stopped. Please call service.

Shown with Control
Panel Door Closed.

LAMP

TEMP

POWER



Push to open door for
front controls and inputs.









DLP

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



VIDEO 3

VOL-







10

Shown with Control
Panel Door Open.

LAMP

TEMP

POWER

AUDIO IN
VIDEO 3/PC2

L/(MONO) R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO



PC2

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INPUT

VOL+

CH- CH+

TV/PC

EXIT

MENU



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SELECT

PUSH

POWER

DLP

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PUSH

POWER

FRONT VIEW

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

 POWER Light

This light is on during normal operation.
Light Blinking Slowly (2 seconds): Rear Projection Television lamp is cooling down. It takes 12-15 seconds to warm up and
about 2 minutes to cool down.

 POWER Button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

 FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3 and PC2 AUDIO)

Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording.
Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio
cable into the left audio jack. VIDEO: 3 audio input jacks can be used for PC2 audio when a PC is connected to front input VIDEO:
3 jack. When using S-Video cable on the front panel, make sure the arrow () marking on the S-Video cable points to the left, to
properly insert the S-Video cable into your television.

 PC 2 (Front)

Use this 15 pin D-Sub input for a “quick” hook up from your PC connection.

 TV/PC Button

Press this button to switch from TV, PC 1 and PC 2. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen.

 INPUT/EXIT Button

Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or alternate antenna source. Your selection is shown in the
top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.

 MENU Button

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote.
This button also serves as the SELECT button when in menu mode.

 VOLUME Level

Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen. These buttons also serve
as the cursor left () and right () buttons when in MENU mode.

 CHANNEL Selector

Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the
cursor down () and up () buttons when in MENU mode.

NOTE: COMPONENT INPUT takes priority over S-VIDEO input, and S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input.

NO LAMP LIGHT
or BROKEN LAMP

WRONG LAMP UNIT
ASSEMBLY

Too Hot inside the
OPTIC unit

COOLING FAN STOPPED

NORMAL
OPERATION

COOL DOWN

LIGHT ON

BLINKING

LIGHT ON

BLINKING

LIGHT ON

SLOWLY BLINKING

INDICATOR INDICATION MEANING ACTION

LAMP LED

TEMP
LED

POWER

Need to exchange if
LAMP still does not light by

Power On again.
Check assembly condition of
LAMP UNIT

Call Service

NOTES:

1.

2. If the LAMP, TEMP, and POWER LED are blinking in the order below, the Rear Projection Television is warming up.

LAMP TEMP POWER

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FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS

NOTE: Optional adapter for *Apple®Macintosh®computers. If the optional AESP model G301/U Macintosh to VGA®adapter

connector is configured and connected between Macintosh video out and the Rear Projection Television video in, the
Macintosh is “forced” to boot in 640 x 480/60 Hz or 800 x 600/60 Hz mode (set mode) because the operational adapter
correctly manipulates the Macintosh sense pins.

For the optional adapter to work, its DIP switch settings should be # 2, 3, 6, 7 = ON and # 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10 = OFF.

See below: Example - See Switch Instructions for details.

Mode 5 = 2367 (SVGA 800 x 600/60 Hz configuration)

(VGA 640 x480/60 Hz configuration)

Composite Separate Sync

ON

DIP

1

2

34567

8910

ON

1

458910

2

367

OFF

SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8 SW9 SW10

ON ON ON ON

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

A/V Cable and

S-INPUT Cable

(Optional)

Back of VCR

D-SUB 15 Pin

RGB Cable

(Optional)

PC

AUDIO OUT

Back of PC

Audio Cable

(Optional)

S-VHS Video Camera Output



VIDEO 3

VOL-





AUDIO IN
VIDEO 3/PC2

L/(MONO) R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

PC2

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INPUT

VOL+

CH- CH+

TV/PC

EXIT

MENU



SELECT



VIDEO 3

VOL-





AUDIO IN
VIDEO 3/PC2

L/(MONO) R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

PC2

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INPUT

VOL+

CH- CH+

TV/PC

EXIT

MENU



SELECT



VIDEO 3

VOL-





AUDIO IN
VIDEO 3/PC2

L/(MONO) R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

PC2

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INPUT

VOL+

CH- CH+

TV/PC

EXIT

MENU



SELECT

V L R

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT

NOTE: Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may

be abnormal. If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable. If you have a
mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV. VIDEO 3 audio can be used for PC 2 audio when
a PC 2 is connected.

The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a VCR, PC or camcorder as shown in the
following examples:

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REAR PANEL JACKS

REAR VIEW

 SUB WOOFER Output

This jack provides variable audio output to a sub-woofer accessory. With this connection, the audio can be controlled by the
television’s main volume. This feature can be turned on and off in the THEATER-SPEAKER SETUP menu.

 AUDIO OUTPUT L/R

These jacks provide variable audio output to a seperate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio to the stereo can be
controlled by the television’s main volume. Use these jacks for the external audio amplifier.

 REAR SPEAKER Output Terminals

These terminals are used to connect external speakers, which are used for the surround sound feature. The volume level is
controlled by the television’s main volume. These speaker output terminals can be turned on and off in the THEATER-SPEAKER
SETUP menu. Use speakers with 8-Ohm impedance only.

 DIGITAL IN (Coaxial Input)

This jack provides high quality audio input from a Dolby Digital DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box. This input can be used for
VIDEO: 1 or VIDEO: 2 audio, as selected in the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu. (see page 65)

 DIGITAL IN (Optical Input)

This jack provides high quality audio input from a Dolby Digital DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box. Use a digital optical cable to
connect your TV to a compatible device. This input can be used for VIDEO: 1 or VIDEO: 2 audio, as selected in the THEATER­INPUT SOURCE menu. (see page 65).

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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

AUDIO

L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO



L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

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12

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R











PC 1

AUDIO

INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

NOTE: This TV’s optical digital input jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and

is designed for connection to a Dolby Digital or PCM from DVD Player or HDTV Set Top Box. Older equipment, some of
which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bit stream. Such a connection
using anything other than Dolby Digital AC-3 or PCM bit stream could create a high noise level, causing damage to your
speakers.

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REAR PANEL JACKS

 AUDIO/VIDEO 1, 2

The INPUT button on the front panel will step through each signal source input each time it is pressed. The VID1~VID3 buttons
on the remote control will select each video source each time they are pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect
external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio
cable into the left audio jack.)

 MONITOR OUT

These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO Output for high quality video
output. There is no MONITOR OUT when using COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT.

 S-VIDEO Inputs 1 and 2

Inputs 1 and 2 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability.

 COMPONENT VIDEO Y-P

BPR

INPUT

Y-PBPRjacks provide for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player.

 PC 1 AUDIO INPUT

Connect external devices for audio in PC mode. (see page 71)

 PC 1 D-SUB INPUT

Use this 15-pin D-Sub Input for your PC connection. (see page 68)

 ANTENNA Input/Output

The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be
displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub­picture.) The antenna output labeled “TO CONVERTER” allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source, such
as a cable box, only when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.

NOTE: DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO when using Y-PBPRinput.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV’s
PBinput and the components R-Y output to the TV’s PRinput.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the
Y-PBPR inputs. (see pages 57 and 58)

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPRjacks.

When using the Y-PBPRjacks, Component Y-PBPRsignal will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (see page 28)

NOTE: S-VIDEO Output may be used for recording, only when the input is of S-VIDEO type.

NOTE: You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-PBPRInputs to connect to VIDEO 1, 2. But note that only one of

these may be used at a time.

COMPONENT INPUT takes priority over S-VIDEO input and S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input.

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TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

S-VIDEO connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections
in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television.

Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.

A single VCR can be used for VCR#1 and VCR#2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT 1 in
example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connection.

You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-PBPRinputs, but note that only one of these may be used at a time.

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

COMPONENT: Y-PBPR connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players. Use these connections
in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

When using the Y-PBPRinput jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV’s Left and Right audio input jacks.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV’s PBinput and
the components R-Y output to the TV’s PRinput.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the
Y-PBPRinputs. (see pages 57 and 58)

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the

Y-PBP

R

jacks.

NOTE: Turn off the Rear Projection Television and the PC before connecting or disconnecting any cables.

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REAR PANEL JACKS

2-Way signal splitter

Outside antenna or
cable TV coaxial cable

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AUDIO OUT

OPTIONAL

VCR #2

V L R

INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

OUTPUT

Cable TV Box

Optional, see tips
on page 12

Laserdisc player, VCR,
camcorder, etc.

OUTPUT

Y P

B

P

R

L R

HDTV Set-Top Box

V L R

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

Optional, see tips
on page 12

OR

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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AUDIO

L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

PC 1

AUDIO
INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

DVD Player

VCR #1

ANT
IN

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VL R

OUTPUT

YP

B/CBPR/CR

L R

OR

RGB

OUTPUT

Stereo System

Amplifier

Surround Speakers

See
connections
on page 16

+

-

+

-

LR

L

R

INPUT

Sub Woofer

INPUT

NOTES: 1. Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

2. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.

TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

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REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER OF THE TV OFF.

Push in the Right Speaker button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole next to the button. Once the wire is in place, pull
the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place. In the same manner, push in the Right Speaker black button
and insert the negative (-) lead wire. Repeat this procedure for the Left Speaker.

TO
EXTERNAL
SPEAKER

-

L

+

-

+

R

CAUTION: Do not connect speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Rear Projection TV and an

external amplifier. This could damage both the TV and the speakers. Your TV was designed to use 8-Ohm
speakers only. Any other type may degrade the audio performance of your entertainment system.

CAUTION: Do not short speaker terminal, (do not connect a wire directly across any two terminals). This could cause

damage to your audio outputs or TV.

PROJECTION TV SPEAKER

AMPLIFIER

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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AUDIO

L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

PC 1

AUDIO
INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

INPUT

Stereo System Amplifier

RL

To Audio Input Terminal

of External Amplifier

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below.

NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust

the sound using the remote control of the TV set.

REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

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AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP

Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table on page 17 for the different surround sound
requirements. (See page 62 and 63 for SURROUND functions.)

 The television’s internal speakers.
 The television’s internal center channel speaker, which is on only when the television is in SURROUND-STADIUM, SURROUND-

ROCK ARENA, SURROUND-JAZZ CLUB, SURROUND-PRO LOGIC, or SURROUND-DOLBY DIGITAL mode.

 These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the TV.
 These speakers are connected to a rear speaker 8-Ohm output on the TV.
 This sub woofer is connected to the SUB WOOFER output on the TV.





L R

IN

STEREO SYSTEM
AMPLIFIER

L R

OUT

L

R



RS



LS

IN

SUB WOOFER









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AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP

SURROUND REQUIRED OPTIONAL EFFECT

FEATURE CONNECTION CONNECTION

OFF    Receive mono and stereo sound.

STADIUM      Listener has feeling of being at a stadium.

ROCK ARENA      Listener has feeling of being at a rock concert.

JAZZ CLUB      Listener has feeling of being at a jazz club.

DOLBY     Movie theater reproduction, with separate left,

PRO LOGIC center, right, and surround channels.

DOLBY DIGITAL      To be used with a DVD player or HDTV Set Top

Box with Dolby Digital output. This provides up to
6 channels of all-digital surround sound. There are
3 full-range channels for the front (FL, C, FR) plus
separate, full-range left and right surround
channels (SL, SR). The sixth channel is Low
Frequency Effects for a sub woofer (SW),
supplying those room-shaking rumbles
experienced in the best movie theaters.

When left and right speakers are connected (), the internal speakers () can be disabled, creating better separation between left, center and right
channels. The center channel audio will be heard from (), this speaker cannot be disabled.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, and DVD player to your TV set is dependent on the
model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and
outputs.

The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular
assortment of components and features. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.

Before Operating External Video Source

The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button on the Front Panel is pressed as shown below. The VID1~VID3 buttons on
the remote control will select each video source each time they are pressed. The ANT button on the remote control will select between
ANT A and ANT B. Connect an external source to the INPUT terminals, then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input
source. (See page 26)

NOTE: When the Rear Projection TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT jack on the back

panel of the Rear Projection TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the TV set
will appear to be OFF.

CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input jack on the TV set below.

2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack.

3. Press the VID1~VID3 button on the Remote Control to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO icon
disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

4. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

INPUT

VIDEO:1

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INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

(INPUT) (INPUT) (INPUT)

VIDEO:2

INPUT

INPUT

VIDEO:3

INPUT

INPUT

ANT A

32

ANT B

(VID1)

(VID2)

(VID3)

(ANT)(ANT)

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

PC 1

AUDIO
INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

Rear Panel of Television

VCR

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the

TV set below.

2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (AUDIO/R) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (AUDIO/L) jack.

4. Press the VID1~VID3 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically

after approximately eight seconds.

5. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

PC 1

AUDIO
INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

Back of
VCR

R L V

VCR

OUTPUT

P

Y

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output.
(INPUT: 1 in example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output
connections.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on
the TV set below.

2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (AUDIO/R) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO input (AUDIO/L) jack.

4. Press the VID1~VID3 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically
after approximately eight seconds.

5. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output.
(INPUT: 1 in example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-

output connections.

S-VIDEO

R L V

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

PC 1

AUDIO

INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

Rear Panel of Television

VCR or Laserdisc Player

OUTPUT

See tips on
Page 12

Back of VCR or

Laserdisc Player

P

Y

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC/DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX TO VIDEO INPUTS 1 OR 2 COMPONENT: Y-PBPR.

1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the VIDEO input (Y) jack, as shown on
the TV set below.

2. Connect the cable from the CB/PBOUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the VIDEO input (P

B)

jack.

3. Connect the cable from the CR/PROUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the VIDEO input (PR)

jack.

4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the VIDEO input (AUDIO/R)
jack.

5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the VIDEO input (AUDIO/L) jack.

6. Press the VID1~VID3 button, to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO icon
disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

7. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

Rear Panel of Television

OUTPUT

YP

B/CBPR/CR

R L

AUDIO

VIDEO

DVD Player

OR

Back of
DVD Player

OUTPUT

LR Y P

B

P

R

HDTV Set-Top Box

PC 1

AUDIO
INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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CONNECTING A DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX WITH DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT TO VIDEO INPUTS 1 or 2
COMPONENT: Y-PBP

R

1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the VIDEO input (Y) jack, as shown on the TV
set below.

2. Connect the cable from the CB/PBOUT or B-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the VIDEO input (PB) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the CR/PROUT or R-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the VIDEO Input (PR) jack.

4. Connect the cable from the OPTICAL OUTPUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the OPTICAL input jack.

5. Press the VID1~VID3 button, to view the program from the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box. The VIDEO icon disappears
automatically after approximately eight seconds.

6. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

3. If your device is connected to VIDEO 1 component jacks, make sure to select VID1-OPTICAL from the
THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu. If it is connected to VIDEO 2 component jacks, make sure to select VID2­OPTICAL from the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu.

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Back of
SET-TOP BOX

OPTICAL
OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Back of
DVD player

OPTICAL
OUTPUT

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

Rear Panel of Television

Y PB/CBPR/CR

HDTV SET-TOP BOX

PR PB Y

OR

DVD Player

OR

PC 1

AUDIO

INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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CONNECTING A DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX WITH DOLBY DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT TO VIDEO INPUT
COMPONENT: Y-PBP

R

1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the VIDEO input (Y) jack, as shown on the TV
set below.

2. Connect the cable from the CB/PBOUT or B-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the VIDEO input (PB) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the CR/PROUT or R-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the VIDEO input (PR) jack.

4. Connect the cable from the COAXIAL OUTPUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the COAXIAL input jack.

5. Press the VID1~VID3 button, to view the program from the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box. The VIDEO icon disappears
automatically after approximately eight seconds.

6. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

Back of
SET-TOP BOX

Back of
DVD player

VIDEO

OUTPUT

COAXIAL
OUTPUT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

COAXIAL
OUTPUT

ANT A

TO
CONVERTER

ANT B

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AUDIO

L

R

(MONO)

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Y

S-VIDEO

Y

B

R

P

P

B

R

P

P

S-VIDEO

L

R

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT
THESE TERMINALS
(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

REAR SPEAKER

8Ω ONLY

-

L

+

-

+

R

Rear Panel of Television

HDTV SET-TOP BOX

OR

DVD Player

OR

Y CB C

R

PR PB Y

PC 1

AUDIO
INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

AUDIO OUT

L

R

SUB
WOOFER

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

AUDIO

(MONO)

L

R

VIDEO

NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

3. If your device is connected to VIDEO 1 component jacks, make sure to select VID1-COAXIAL (DIGITAL) from
the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu. If it is connected to VIDEO 2 component jacks, make sure to select
VID2-COAXIAL (DIGITAL) from the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu.

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THE REMOTE CONTROL

In addition to controlling all the functions on your MARANTZ Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different
types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, satellite receivers, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch.
Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.

To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. The TV button will blink,
indicating that the remote will now control your television.

To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR and press the VCR button. The VCR button will blink,
indicating that the remote will now control your VCR. (See page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your
VCR.)

To operate your cable box, point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box and press the CABLE (CBL) button. The CBL
button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your cable box. (See page 32 for instructions on how to program the
remote to control your cable box.)

To operate your set-top-box or satellite receiver, point the remote at the remote sensor of the set-top-box/satellite receiver and
press the SET-TOP-BOX (STB) button. The STB button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your set-top­box/satellite receiver. (See page 33 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your set-top-box/satellite receiver.)

To operate your DVD player, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD player and press the DVD button. The DVD button
will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your DVD player. (See page 34 for instruction on how to program the remote
to control your DVD player.)

To operate additional audio/video equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the component you wish to control and
press the CD, TAPE or AMP button. This button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control the desired component.
(See page 35 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional Audio/Video equipment.)

 These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, VCR,

cable box, set-top-box/satellite receiver, DVD player, or
other Audio/Video equipment depending on which mode
is chosen, as explained above.



ON

TV

VCR

CBL

TAPE

CD

AMP

STB

DVD

1

2

4

56

3

7

89

0

LAST CHSLEEP

ANT

HELP

C.S.

EXIT

MENU

CHVOL

STATUS

MUTE

GUIDE/TVGUIDE/TVGUIDE/TV

INFO

VCR PLUS+

SVCS

GUIDE/TV

SCHD

PIP PIP CH

SWAP

FREEZE

PIP MODE

PIP ACCESS

PROG

TV/VCR

SLOW

SOURCE WIZARD

REC

SELECT

TV/PC

ASPECT

OFF

VID1

VID2

VID3

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HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

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 ON button

Press this button to turn the TV set on when the remote is in TV mode.

 OFF button

Press this button to turn the TV set off when the remote is in TV mode.

 TV button

When the TV button is pressed, it will blink, to indicate the remote is in TV mode.

 VCR button

When the VCR button is pressed, it will blink to indicate the remote is in VCR mode. (see page 31)

 CABLE (CBL)

When the CABLE button is pressed, it will blink to indicate the remote is in CABLE mode. (see page 32)

 SET-TOP-BOX (STB)

When the STB button is pressed, it will blink to indicate the remote is in STB mode. If you have a satellite receiver, use this button
to program your satellite receiver. (see page 33).

 DVD button

When the DVD button is pressed, it will blink to indicate the remote is in DVD mode. (see page 34)










































ON

TV

VCR

CBL

TAPE

CD

AMP

STB

DVD

1

2

4

56

3

7

89

0

LAST CHSLEEP

ANT

HELP

C.S.

EXIT

MENU

CHVOL

STATUS

MUTE

GUIDE/TVGUIDE/TVGUIDE/TV

INFO

VCR PLUS+

SVCS

GUIDE/TV

SCHD

PIP PIP CH

SWAP

FREEZE

PIP MODE

PIP ACCESS

PROG

TV/VCR

SLOW

SOURCE WIZARD

REC

SELECT

TV/PC

ASPECT

OFF

VID1

VID2

VID3

23

24



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 SLEEP button

Press this button to display the sleep timer in the lower left corner of the screen. Every subsequent press of this button will add 15
minutes to this timer, up to a maximum of three hours. Once set, use RECALL when you want to view time remaining. If the SLEEP
button is pressed while the timer is set, it will reset to the original condition.

 LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button

Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.)

 CHANNEL selector buttons

CHANNEL selector buttons are used to set FAMILY FAVORITES, CHANNEL MEMORY, etc.
Enter one, two, or three numbers to select channels. Enter “0” first for channels 1 to 9, or simply press the single digit channel you
wish to tune then wait a few seconds for the TV to tune. For channels 100 and above, press the “1” button, wait until two dashes
appear next to the channel display on your TV, then enter the remaining two numbers using the number buttons.
Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up () or down ().

You can also use these number buttons to directly access OSD sub-menus of your choice. While navigating the On-Screen­Displays, you will notice that each sub-menu has a number next to it. For example, the SET UP menu has 9 sub-menus. Pressing
the  button while in the SET UP menu will take you directly to the CLOCK SET sub-menu. This makes navigating the menus
faster and easier.

NOTE: The TV may not receive some channels if you are not in the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. (see page 41)

ANT A 10

ANT A 39

LAST CH

 TV/PC button

Press this button to switch between TV, PC1 and PC2 modes.

 HELP button

Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text, which gives a description of the displayed menu. The HELP text
will be displayed every time a MENU is displayed, until this button is pressed again.

 ASPECT button

Press this button to quickly change the aspect ratio of the viewable picture in normal, full, fill, and smooth wide. (See page 46 and
47 for more information)

 COMMERCIAL SKIP (C.S.) button

Press this button repeatedly to select channel skip time (30~180 seconds) when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the
last channel viewed when the selected amount of time is up. The user can change stations, “SURF” to any station they wish, and
after the selected amount of time, the TV will tune back to the original channel.

 MENU button

The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.

 CD, TAPE, AMP buttons

When pressed, each of these buttons will blink to indicate the remote is in Audio/Video mode. (see page 35)

 ANTENNA button

The ANT button will select between Antenna A and Antenna B each time the button is pressed.

Ant B 28

Ant A 10

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 EXIT button

When in MENU mode, this button will exit all On-Screen Displays.

 THUMB STICK/SELECT button

All the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using the THUMB STICK.
The THUMB STICK will highlight functions or adjust and set different features. Press the THUMB STICK toward desired direction
and press down to SELECT.

 VOLUME, MUTE button

Press the VOLUME up () or down () button until you obtain the desired sound level.

To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press the MUTE button. Press the
MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the MUTE button one more time, or press
the VOLUME Up () button.

 STATUS button

Press this button when no menu is displayed when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel
has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID, if the Commercial Skip (C.S.) function is activated and if
the SLEEP timer is set.

 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons

See separate section on page 28 for a description.

 PIP CH button

Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. The channel number which is highlighted indicates
what channel is being controlled.

 VID1 ~ VID3

When the remote control is in TV mode, press these buttons to directly select the video input sources between the five video inputs.
When the remote control is in Set-Top-Box mode (STB) these buttons will control the Set-Top-Box.

When an S-VIDEO
Input is connected.

When a COMPONENT
VIDEO: Y-PBPRInput
is connected.

S - IN: 1

Y- PBPR: 2

PUSH

ANT A 10

ABCD

10:00PM

PIP ANT A 12

STEREO

ST/SA

SLEEP 0:15

SLEEP
TIMER

Audio

Broadcast

Audio Selected

Main Picture Source

CHANNEL ID

Time

Sub-Picture
Source

PIP

(C.S.)

Commerical

Skip

Aspect Style

SMOOTH

WIDE

▲

▲

VOLUME 8

▲

▲

MUTE 8

▲

▲

SOFTMUTE 8

21

22

23

24

Video:2

VID2

Video:3

VID3

VID 2 VID 3

Video:1

VID1

VID 1

MUTE

MUTE

28

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)

NOTES: 1. Y-PBPRinput cannot be viewed as main picture or sub-picture when in SINGLE PIP MODE. If you tune to a Y-PBP

R

input, the TV set will automatically change to SPLIT PIP MODE.

2. When ANT B is selected as the main channel, the SWAP feature is disabled.

3. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR input can be viewed as main or sub-picture, only when SPLIT PIP MODE is chosen.

4. Only sound from the main picture can be heard.

5. It will take more than 3 seconds for the CPU to synchronize the motor frequency with input signal frequency when
you change the VIDEO input mode (Video: 1, Video: 2 and so on), or press the TV/PC button to switch between TV,
PC1 and PC2 modes.

Main Picture

Sub Picture

ANT A 10

Your MARANTZ Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature
allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. The
Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs (ANT A and ANT B).

ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture.
(Component: Y-P

BPR

input can be viewed as sub-picture only when SPLIT PIP mode is selected.) To select between main picture and
PIP sub-picture tuning, press the PIP CH button on the remote. The highlighted channel display will move with every press of the PIP
CH button. When the top channel display is highlighted, channel tuning is for the main picture. When the lower channel display is
highlighted, channel tuning is for the PIP sub-picture. This method of picture tuning is the same for one antenna input (ANT A only) and
two antenna inputs (ANT A and ANT B).

The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time. You can watch a TV
program while viewing other programs from the ANT A source or any of the video inputs.

Use above connection to view VCR program as a sub-picture while viewing another program as a main picture (ANT A, ANT B, V:2
or V:3 input). You may also view the VCR program as a main picture while viewing another program as a sub-picture (ANT A, V:2
or V:3 input).

 PIP button

Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear in one of the three different modes (SINGLE, SPLIT or SURF), depending on
the last selection of the PIP mode. To change the PIP mode, use the PIP MODE button to cycle through the three different modes.

SINGLE MODE PIP

Press the PIP button and a sub-picture appears in one corner of the screen. Press the PIP button again to remove the sub-picture
from the screen. Use the PIP CH button to select between main and sub-picture tuning control (indicated by highlighted channel
display.) Press the VID1~VID3 button when sub-picture channel tuning is being controlled, to change between VIDEO: 1, VIDEO:
2, VIDEO: 3. Press ANT button to change to ANT A source. (ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture.)

SPLIT MODE PIP

When you press the “PIP” button, the main channel and the PIP sub-picture will appear at the center of the screen (main channel on left
side and sub-picture on right side). Press the “PIP” button a second time to return to normal viewing. Use the PIP CH button to select
between main and sub-picture tuning control (indicated by highlighted channel display). Press the VID1~VID3 button when sub-picture
channel tuning is being controlled, to change between VIDEO:1, VIDEO:2, VIDEO:3. Press ANT button to change to ANT A source.
(ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture).

PIP

PIP

PIP

AUDIO OUT

SUB
WOOFER

L

R

REAR SPEAKER

SVCS

PIP PIP CH

PIP MODE

PROG

REC

EXIT

MENU

SELECT

CHVOL

MUTE

D

STATUS

CH
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V
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GUIDE/TVGUIDE/TVGUIDE/TV

GUIDE/TV

INFO

V
ID

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VID3

VID2

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,

PIP ACCESS

TV/VCR

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Back of

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VCR

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

P

(MONO)

STOP

CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS

DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT

8Ω ONLY

THESE TERMINALS

-

(Such damage is NOT COVERED
by your television warranty)

L

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

-

DIGITAL IN

+

R

+

L

R

AUDIO

VIDEO 1

Y

B

P

R

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

(MONO)

L

R

AUDIO

VIDEO 2

Rear Panel of Television

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

Y

(MONO)

P

B

L

P

R

R

AUDIO

MONITOR

OUT

L

R

AUDIO
INPUT

PC 1

ANT A

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1112131415

TO
CONVERTER

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

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