Memorex MT1701 User Manual

MT1701

User’s Guide

17" Wide-screen LCD Stereo

Monitor with Integrated TV Tuner

Before operating this product,

please read these instructions completely.

CONTENTS

Contents................................................................................................................................................1

Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................2

Location of Controls ............................................................................................................................4

• Front ...................................................................................................................................................4

• Rear....................................................................................................................................................5

• Remote Control ..................................................................................................................................6

Remote Control ....................................................................................................................................7

• Battery Installation..............................................................................................................................7

• Effective Distance of the Remote Control Transmitter .......................................................................7

Power Source .......................................................................................................................................8

Outdoor Antenna Connections ...........................................................................................................8

Cable (CATV)/Satellite Connections ...................................................................................................9

VCR Connections...............................................................................................................................10

DVD Connections...............................................................................................................................12

Computer Connection........................................................................................................................14

Kensington Lock ................................................................................................................................14

Viewing Angle Adjustment ................................................................................................................15

Wall Mounting the Unit ......................................................................................................................16

TV Menus ............................................................................................................................................17

• Audio Menu ......................................................................................................................................17

• Video Menu ......................................................................................................................................17

• System Menu ...................................................................................................................................17

• Closed Captions Menu.....................................................................................................................18

• Setting the V-chip.............................................................................................................................19

AV Menus ............................................................................................................................................20

• Audio Menu ......................................................................................................................................20

• Video Menu ......................................................................................................................................20

• System Menu ...................................................................................................................................20

PC Menus ............................................................................................................................................21

Setting the Channels into Memory...................................................................................................22

Adding and Skipping Channels........................................................................................................23

TV Operation.......................................................................................................................................24

• Mute..................................................................................................................................................25

• Last Channel ....................................................................................................................................25

• TV/AV/PC .........................................................................................................................................25

• MTS..................................................................................................................................................25

• Display..............................................................................................................................................26

• Sleep Timer......................................................................................................................................26

• 4:3/16:9.............................................................................................................................................26

Standard Timing Table.......................................................................................................................27

Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................................28

Reception Disturbances ....................................................................................................................29

Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................................................29

Specifications .....................................................................................................................................30

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PORTABLE CART WARNING (symbol provided by RETAC)

The lightning Ŗash with arrowhead symbol

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

ARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully. Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may not have the capability to be connected to an outdoor antenna.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

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

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

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

3. HEED WARNINGS

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

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product's manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this product near water- for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer

8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and

uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

10. POWER SOURCES

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power

GROUNDING OR POLARIZA

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH THE WIDE BLADE OF THE PLUG TO THE WIDE SLOTAND FULLY INSERT.

’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

TION

within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’ enclosure that may be of 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

S2898A

LIGHTNING

13.

To protect your product from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

POWER LINES

14.

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

15. OVERLOADING

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid on the product.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If an outside antenna is connected to the product, 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 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge product, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge product, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for grounding electrode.

SERVICING

18.

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20. SAFETY CHECK

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

21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered

by the operating instructions, as an adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

e. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

23. HEAT

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

24. NOTE TO 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.

EXAMPLE OF

ANTENNA

GROUNDING

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

AS PER

182 3 4 5 6 7

9 1110 12 13

FRONT

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1. TV/AV/PC Button

2. Volume Down Button

3. Volume Up Button

4. Channel Down Button

5. Channel Up Button

6. MENU Button

7. Power Button

8. Left Speaker

9. Display

10. Power Indicator

11. Remote Sensor

12. Stand

13. Right Speaker

10 11

21 6 754

REAR

LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)

1. DC 12V IN Jack z

2. VGA Audio IN Jack

3. Kensington Lock

4. Stand Cover

5. Handle

6. VGA IN Jack

7. ANT. IN Jack

8. AV2 AUDIO IN Right and Left Jacks

9. AV2 COMPONENT IN Jacks (C

10. AV1 AUDIO IN Right and Left Jacks

11. AV1 VIDEO IN Jack

12. S-VIDEO IN Jack

R/CB/Y)

10 11

12 13

REMOTE

LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)

1. POWER Button

2. MTS Button

3. MUTE Button

4. SLEEP Button

5. TV/AV/PC Button

6. DISPLAY Button

7. LAST CH Button

8. Navigation

9. Direct Channel Selection Buttons

g Button

13. CHANNEL Down Button

14. 4:3/16:9 Button

15. Navigation

16. Navigation c Button

17. Menu (®) Button

18. Navigation e Button

a Button

10. VOLUME Up Button

11. CHANNEL Up Button

12. VOLUME Down Button

BATTERY INSTALLATION

30° 30°

15 ft

REMOTE CONTROL

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:

1. Use only the size and type of batteries speciřed.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline, Rechargeable and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.

4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)

Open the battery compartment cover by pushing in on the tab, then lifting it up.

Install two “AAA” batteries, paying attention to the polarity diagram in the battery compartment.

Replace the battery compartment cover.

EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

NOTES:

When there is an obstacle between the

• transmitter, the transmitter may not operate.

• When direct sunlight, incandescent lamp, Ŗuorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on the Remote Sensor of the TV, the remote operation may be unstable.

FAQs:

Why is the remote control not working properly?

• The remote control is not aimed at the sensor.

• The remote control is too far away from the remote sensor.

• There is too much light in the room.

• There is an obstacle in the path of the beam.

• The batteries are weak or dead.

• The batteries are inserted incorrectly.

• The TV is not plugged in.

TV and the

VHF/UHF

75 Ohm

UHF 300 Ohm

VHF 75 Ohm

Combiner

UHF 300 Ohm

VHF 300 Ohm

Combiner

POWER SOURCE

3-pronged Receptacle

Receptacle Box Cover

3-pronged plug

When using a 3-pronged plug

Receptacle

Box Cover

Grounding

Adapter

Grounding Lead

Screw

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service

person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the unit is properly grounded. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a three wire extension cord that has a three blade grounding plug, and a three slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the unit.

To operate the unit using AC power, connect the AC Adapter to the DC 12V IN jack z on the rear of the unit,. Connect the AC cord to the adapter and then to a wall outlet having 120V AC, 60Hz only.

When using a grounding adapter, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

OUTDOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA CONNECTION (ANTENNA NOT SUPPLIED)

Follow the instructions for the type of antenna system you intend to use.

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Single 75 ohm cable or 300 ohm twin-lead wire)

Connect the 75 ohm cable from the combination VHF/UHF antenna to the antenna jack.

If your combination antenna has a 300 ohm twin-lead wire, use a 300-75 ohm matching transformer (NOT SUPPLIED).

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Separate VHF and UHF 300 ohm twin-leads)

Connect the UHF twin-lead wire to a combiner (NOT SUPPLIED). Connect the VHF twin-lead to a 300-75 ohm matching transformer (NOT Attach the transformer to the combiner Attach the combiner to the antenna jack.

SUPPLIED).

Separate VHF/UHF Antennas

Connect the 75 ohm cable from the VHF antenna and the UHF antenna twin-lead wire to a combiner (NOT SUPPLIED). Attach the combiner to the antenna jack. NOTE: If your VHF antenna has a twin-

lead wire use a 300-75 ohm matching transformer, then connect the transformer to the combiner.

CABLE (CATV)/SATELLITE CONNECTIONS

INCOMING 75 OHM CATV CABLE

SPLITTER A/B SWITCH

75 OHM CABLE

CONVERTER/ DESCRAMBLER

CONVERTER/

DESCRAMBLER OR

SATELLITE BOX

75 OHM CABLE

TO TV/VCR

INCOMING

75 OHM

CATV CABLE

TV has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV converter box. Some

This Cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels” in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by the cable company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

For basic cable tv service not requiring a converter/descrambler box, connect the CATV 75 ohm coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF jack on the rear of the TV.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE OR SATELLITE

If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service which requires the use of a converter/descrambler box, connect the incoming 75 ohm coaxial cable to the converter/descrambler or satellite box. Using another 75 ohm cable, connect the output of the converter/descrambler or satellite box to the antenna jack on the TV. Follow the connections shown below. Set the TV/VCR to the output channel of the converter/descrambler or satellite box (usually 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler or satellite box to select channels.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE WITH SCRAMBLED

PREMIUM CHANNELS

If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service in which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a converter/descrambler box, you may wish to use a signal splitter and an A/B switch box (available from the

ith the switch in the “B” position, you can

cable company or an electronic supply store). Follow the connections shown below directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the “A” position, tune your TV to the output of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler box to tune scrambled channels

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