MT3010
User’s Guide
30" Wide-screen LCD Stereo HDTV*
Monitor with Integrated TV Tuner
* High Definition (HDTV) monitors require an optional set-top box to receive true digital high definition broadcasts.
Before operating this product,
please read these instructions completely.
CONTENTS
Contents ................................................................................................................................................................................1
Important Safety Instructions..............................................................................................................................................2
Power Source........................................................................................................................................................................4
Location of Controls ............................................................................................................................................................4
• Front...................................................................................................................................................................................4
• Rear Panel .........................................................................................................................................................................5
Remote Control.....................................................................................................................................................................6
• Battery Installation .............................................................................................................................................................7
• Effective Distance of the Remote
Control Transmitter ............................................................................................................................................................7
Cable (CATV)/Satellite Connections ...................................................................................................................................8
Outdoor Antenna Connections ...........................................................................................................................................9
VCR Connections ...............................................................................................................................................................10
DVD Connections ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Stereo Connection..............................................................................................................................................................13
HDTV Connection ...............................................................................................................................................................14
Computer Connection........................................................................................................................................................14
Wall Mounting the Unit.......................................................................................................................................................15
Clock Setting.......................................................................................................................................................................17
Setting the AIR/CABLE Option..........................................................................................................................................18
Setting Channels into Memory..........................................................................................................................................19
Adding and Skipping Channels ........................................................................................................................................20
Setting Favorite Channels .................................................................................................................................................21
Setting the Sleep Timer......................................................................................................................................................22
TV Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................23
• Mute .................................................................................................................................................................................24
• Recall ...............................................................................................................................................................................24
• TV/AV/PC .........................................................................................................................................................................24
• MTS..................................................................................................................................................................................24
• Favorite Channel..............................................................................................................................................................24
• Sleep................................................................................................................................................................................24
• Display .............................................................................................................................................................................25
• Video Mode......................................................................................................................................................................25
• Audio Mode......................................................................................................................................................................25
• Video Mute.......................................................................................................................................................................25
• Channel Lock ...................................................................................................................................................................25
• SRS..................................................................................................................................................................................25
• Wide.................................................................................................................................................................................26
• Audio AI............................................................................................................................................................................26
• PIP and POP....................................................................................................................................................................26
• Swap ................................................................................................................................................................................26
• Screen Position................................................................................................................................................................26
• Image Source...................................................................................................................................................................26
Closed Captions .................................................................................................................................................................27
On-Screen Control Adjustments (Picture) .......................................................................................................................28
On-Screen Control Adjustments (Sound) ........................................................................................................................29
Screen Settings...................................................................................................................................................................30
Setting V-Chip.....................................................................................................................................................................32
• V-Chip Set-up...................................................................................................................................................................32
• MPAA Rating Set-up ........................................................................................................................................................33
• TV Rating Set-up .............................................................................................................................................................34
• Changing the Password...................................................................................................................................................35
Setting the On Timer ..........................................................................................................................................................36
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................................................................................................37
Reception Disturbances.....................................................................................................................................................38
Specifications .....................................................................................................................................................................39
Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................40
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
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.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH THE WIDE BLADE OF THE PLUG TO THE WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.
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’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 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, 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 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.
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 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.
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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
13. LIGHTNING
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.
14. POWER LINES
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.
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 ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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POWER SOURCE
AC Plug
AC Outlet
To operate the unit using AC power, connect the AC Adapter to the AC jack on the
rear of the unit, then connect the AC adapter to a wall outlet having 120V AC, 60Hz
only.
NOTE: If the AC adapter’s plug does not fit into a nonpolarized outlet, do not file or
cut the wide blade.
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter provided with this unit. Using another AC
adapter may damage the unit. When not using AC power, disconnect the AC adapter
from the wall outlet by pulling the plug (not the cord). Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
FRONT
1. POWER Button - Press to turn the TV on; the
POWER indicator will light green and picture will
appear in approximately five seconds. Press again
to turn the TV off; the Power indicator will light red.
2. CHANNEL Down Button - Press to select a lower
numbered channel.
3. CHANNEL Up Button - Press to select a higher
numbered channel.
4. VOLUME Down Button - Press to lower the
volume.
5. VOLUME Up Button - Press to raise the volume.
6. MENU Button - Press to access the On-Screen
menu.
7. TV/VIDEO/PC Button - Press to switch between
the TV and the video inputs.
8. Left Speaker
9. Screen
10. Base Stand
11. REMOTE SENSOR
12. POWER Indicator
- Lights green when the unit is
warming up or is on, and lights red when the unit
is off.
13. AC Jack (Rear of Unit)
14. Right Speaker
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REAR PANEL
LOCATION OF CONTROLS (CONTINUED)
1. HDTV IN Jacks (R/L/PR/PB/Y)
2. S IN Jacks (R/L/S)
3. AV IN Jacks (R/L/V)
4. VGA IN Jack
5. UHF/VHF Antenna Jack
6. AUDIO OUT Jacks (R/L)
7. VGA AUDIO IN Jacks (R/L)
8. COMPONENT IN Jacks (R/L/C
R/CB/Y)
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REMOTE CONTROL
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1. RECALL Button
2. CH LOCK Button
3. TV/AV/PC Button
4. CHANNEL Up Button
5. VOLUME Down Button
6. CHANNEL Down Button
7. MTS Button
8. VIDEO MODE Button
9. WIDE Button
10.AUDIO MODE Button
11.SRS (Surround Sound) Button
12.IMAGE SOURCE Button
13.PIP/POP Button
14.SET Button
15.V-CHIP Button
16.POWER Button
17.Direct Channel Selection Buttons
18.FAVORITE CHANNEL Up Button
19.FAVORITE CHANNEL Down Button
20.MENU Button
21.VOLUME Up Button
22.MUTE Button
23.DISPLAY Button
24.VIDEO MUTE Button
25.SLEEP TIMER Button
26.AUDIO AI Button
27.SWAP Button
28.SCREEN POSITION Button
29.CCD (Closed Caption Display) Button
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
+
+
–
–
30° 30°
15 ft
REMOTE CONTROL (CONTINUED)
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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 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.
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 TV and the
transmitter, the transmitter may not operate.
• When direct sunlight, incandescent lamp, fluorescent
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.
• The proper Function button is not pressed. For example, press the TV button to use the remote to operate the TV.
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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
This TV has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV converter box. Some
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
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.
FAQS:
I connected my cable, why can’t I get channels above 69?
Make sure AIR/CABLE is set to CABLE, see page 17. Also, make sure your cable company broadcasts channels in the
range you are searching.
Are the cables included?
No, the cables are sold separately; visit your local electronics store.
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OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
VHF/UHF
75 Ohm
UHF 300 Ohm
VHF 75 Ohm
Combiner
UHF 300 Ohm
VHF 300 Ohm
Combiner
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.
OR
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 twin-
lead wire use a 300-75 ohm
matching transformer, then
connect the transformer to the
combiner.
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VCR CONNECTIONS
VCR
REAR OF TV
INCOMING CATV CABLE
From VCR OUT jack
VCR
AUDIO/VIDEO Cord
To TV IN jacks
From VCR OUT jacks
INCOMING CATV CABLE
REAR OF TV
CONNECTION USING COAXIAL CABLE:
Follow the instructions below to connect a VCR to your television using a 75 ohm coaxial cable. (CABLES NOT INCLUDED.)
1. 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/VIDEO/PC button until regular TV or CATV 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 a VCR to your television using Audio/Video cables. (CABLES NOT INCLUDED.)
1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear of the VCR.
2. Connect the left and right audio cable from the VCR’s Audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio left and right AV IN jacks.
Connect the VCR’s video OUT jack to the TV’s video AV IN jack.
3. Press the TV/VIDEO/PC button until AV appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the VCR to watch a tape.
FAQ:
My VCR has only 1 Audio jack, but this TV has two Audio input jacks, how do I connect it?
Simply connect it to the “L (Mono)” Audio input jack, but the sound will be monaural.
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VCR
AUDIO Cord
To S AUDIO IN jacks
To S VIDEO IN jack
From VCR AUDIO
OUT jacks
INCOMING CATV CABLE
REAR OF TV
REAR OF TV
VCR CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)
CONNECTION USING S-VIDEO CABLE:
Follow the instructions below to connect an S-VIDEO VCR to your television using an S-video cable. (CABLES NOT
INCLUDED.)
1. Connect the cable, satellite or incoming antenna to the ANT jack on the rear of the VCR.
2. Connect the left and right audio cable from the VCR’s Audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio left and right S IN jacks.
3. Connect the VCR’s S-VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s S-VIDEO IN jack.
4. Press the TV/VIDEO/PC button until S VIDEO appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the VCR to watch a tape.
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DVD CONNECTIONS
DVD PLAYER
AUDIO/VIDEO Cord
To TV IN jacks
From DVD OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO jacks
REAR OF TV
DVD PLAYER
AUDIO Cord
To S AUDIO IN jacks
To S VIDEO IN jack
From DVD AUDIO
OUT jacks
REAR OF TV
REAR OF TV
CONNECTION USING AUDIO/VIDEO CABLES:
Follow the instructions below to connect a DVD player to your television using Audio/Video cables. (CABLES NOT
INCLUDED.)
1. Connect the left and right audio cable from the DVD’s Audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio left and right AV IN jacks.
Connect the DVD’s video OUT jack to the TV’s video AV IN jack.
2. Press the TV/VIDEO/PC button until AV appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the DVD to watch a DVD.
CONNECTION USING S-VIDEO CABLE:
Follow the instructions below to connect a DVD player to your television using the S-Video cable. (CABLES NOT INCLUDED.)
1. Connect the left and right audio cable from the DVD’s Audio OUT jacks to the TV’s audio left and right S IN jacks.
2. Connect the DVD’s S-VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s S-VIDEO IN jack.
3. Press the TV/VIDEO/PC button until S-VIDEO appears on the TV screen and press PLAY on the DVD to watch the
DVD.
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