Memorex MT2024 User Manual

MT2024

User’s Guide

20" COLOR TV WITH

REMOTE CONTROL

Before operating this product,

please read these instructions completely.

CONTENTS

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

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

Power Source .............................................................5

Location of Controls..................................................5

• Front .......................................................................5

• Rear Panel..............................................................6

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

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

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

• Effective Distance of the Remote

Control Transmitter.................................................7

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

Connection Using the Side A/V In Jacks.................8

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

Connection from an External Unit..........................10

• Connection Using Coaxial Cable..........................10

• Connection Using A/V Cables..............................10

• Connection Using S-Video Cable .........................11

Connection to an External Unit...............................11

• Connection Using the

Setting the Menus ....................................................

• Video Setup Menu................................................12

• Audio Setup Menu................................................12

• Timer Setup Menu................................................13

• Setting the On Timer ............................................14

• Setting the Off Timer.............................................15

• Setting the Sleep

• Setting the Remind Timer.....................................16

Setup Menu

• Channel Setup Menu

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• Setting Channels into Memory .............................21

• Adding and Deleting Channels.............................22

• Calendar Setup Menu...........................................23

TV Parental Control..................................................24

Parental Control Setup

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• TV Rating Setup ...................................................25

• MPAA Rating Setup..............................................26

Lock Menu

•

TV Basic Operation..................................................28

• Display..................................................................29

• Recall....................................................................29

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Mute

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• TV/AV....................................................................30

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Audio/Video Out Jacks......11

Timer........................................15

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• Volume Buttons ....................................................30

• P.STD (Picture Standard) .....................................30

• MTS/SAP..............................................................30

Closed Captions.......................................................31

Troubleshooting Guide............................................32

Reception Disturbances..........................................33

Care and Maintenance.............................................33

Specifications...........................................................34

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ATTENTION:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

he lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

EFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

R (This Caution Marking is located at the rear enclosure of the unit.)

WARNING: 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 dry 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’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by 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, 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, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit

This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the

into the power outlet only one way 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.

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.

within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert

he user to the presence of uninsulated

t dangerous voltage within the product’s 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.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

15. OVERLOADING

o 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

gainst voltage surges and built-up static

a charges. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and

upporting structure, grounding of the lead-in

s wire to an antenna discharge product, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge product, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for grounding electrodes.

18. SERVICING

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. e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. 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

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

POWER SOURCE

AC Plug

AC Outlet

Insert the AC plug (with the 2 blades) into a conveniently located AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz.

OTE:The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility

of electric shock. If the AC plug does not ﬁt into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not ﬁle or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

FRONT

1. Audio 1 IN/Video 1 IN/Headphone Jacks (Side of Unit)

2. MENU Button

3. TV/AV Button

4. VOLUME Down Button

5. VOLUME Up Button

7. CHANNEL Up Button

8. Display

9. Remote Sensor

10.Power Indicator–Standby light red, Power On light green

11. Power Button

6. CHANNEL Down Button

NOTE:

When setting the TV Menus, the Channel Up/Down buttons are used as Navigation Up/Down and the Volume Up/Down buttons are used as Navigation Right/Left.

3 4 5

REAR

LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)

1. Video OUT Jack

2. Audio OUT Jacks

3. S-Video IN Jack

REMOTE

4. Video 2 IN Jack

5. Audio 2 IN Jacks

6. Antenna Jack

1. MENU Button

2. VOLUME Up/Down Buttons

3. RECALL Button

4. TV/AV Button

5. P. STD (Picture) Button

6. Power Button

7. CHANNEL Up/Down Buttons

8. Direct Channel Selection Buttons (0-9)

9. -/-- Button

10. MTS/SAP Button MUTE Button

11.

12. DISPLAY Button

13. EXIT Button

NOTE:

When setting the TV Menus, the Channel Up/Down buttons are used as Navigation Up/Down and the V

olume Up/Down buttons

are used as Navigation Right/Left.

REMOTE CONTROL

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Remove the Battery Compartment cover by pushing in on the tab and lifting the cover off.

2. Install two (2) “AA” batteries (not included), paying attention to the polarity diagram in the Battery Compartment.

3. Replace the Battery Compartment cover.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:

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

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated next to 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.)

EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

NOTES:

• When there is an obstacle between the TV and the transmitter, the transmitter may not operate.

When direct sunlight, an

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

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord

(Not Supplied)

EXTERNAL SOURCE

(i.e. camcorder, video game)

OUTDOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA CONNECTION (ANTENNA NOT INCLUDED)

Follow the instructions for the type of antenna system you intend to use. If using Cable or satellite, see the next page.

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

Connect the 75 ohm cable from 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 SUPPLIED). Attach the transformer to the combiner. Attach the combiner to the antenna jack.

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

CONNECTION USING THE SIDE AUDIO/VIDEO IN JACKS

The optimal use for the side A/V jacks are to connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcorder or video game. Connect the Audio/Video output jacks of the external unit to the Audio 1 Input jacks and the Video 1 Input jack.

To access the unit connected to these jacks, press the TV/AV button repeatedly until VIDEO 1 appears on the screen. To resume normal TV viewing,

V button

simply press the repeatedly until the TV channel appears in the display.

FAQs:

My external unit has only 1 audio jack, but this unit has two

Simply connect it to the “L

How do I watch the external unit connected to the Audio/Video Input jacks?

Press the TV/AV button repeatedly until VIDEO 1 appears on the screen, then start the external source.

Are the cables included?

No, the cables are sold separately

TV/A

(Mono)”

Audio Input jack, but the sound will be monaural.

, visit your local electronics store.

Audio Input jacks, how do I connect it?

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

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

T 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 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 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 cable company or an electronic supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the “B” position, you can 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.

AQ:

I connected my cable, but why can’t I get channels above 69?

Make sure the your cable company broadcasts channels in the range you are searching.

TV (VHF/UHF Channels)/CA

TV (Cable

TV) option is set to CATV (Cable TV), see page 21. Also, make sure

A/B switch box (available from the

CONNECTION FROM AN EXTERNAL UNIT

VCR

NCOMING CATV CABLE

rom VCR OUT jack

VCR/DVD

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord

From VCR OUT jacks

INCOMING CATV CABLE (VCR)

CONNECTION USING COAXIAL CABLE:

Follow the instructions below to connect an external unit, such as a VCR, to your unit using a 75 ohm coaxial cable. (CABLES NOT INCLUDED.)

VCR

Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of the VCR.

2. Connect a 75 ohm coaxial cable from the VCR’s 75 ohm OUT jack to the ANT jack on the rear of the TV.

3. Press the TV/AV button until regular TV or CATV channel appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the VCR to watch a tape.

CONNECTION USING AUDIO/VIDEO CABLES:

Follow the instructions below to connect an external unit, such as a VCR or a DVD player, to your unit using Audio/Video cables. (CABLES NOT INCLUDED.)

VCR or DVD player

1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of the VCR or DVD player.

2. Connect the left and right audio cable from the VCR/DVD’s Audio OUT jacks to the TV’s left and right Audio 2 IN jacks. Connect the VCR/DVD’s Video OUT jack to the TV’s VIDEO 2 IN jack.

Press the

V button until VIDEO2 appears on the TV screen.

TV/A

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