Microtek CL42HA User Manual

Preface

Copyright © 2006, Microtek International, Inc., all rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced or copied in any way, stored electronically, or translated into any language, without the permission of Microtek International, Inc.

Disclaimer

The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy, and every effort has been made to ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to the contents without prior warning.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

This equipment (Model Type: ML42C1H) has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

I49-004082 A September 2006

Microtek Lab, Inc. 16941 Keegan Avenue, Carson, CA 90746 Main: 310-687-5800, Fax: 310-687-5950, http://www.microtekusa.com

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Safety Precaution

Before you use the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), be sure to read the following safety precautions, which detail the proper operation of the LCD and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to users or equipment.

• TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK FROM DANGEROUS VOLTAGES, DO NOT REMOVE THE FRONT OR BACK COVER. THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. CONSULT QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE.

1. Read the Instructions – Always read and understand all instructions before operation.

2. Retain the Manual – The safety and operation instructions should be kept in a safe place for future

reference.

3. Follow Warnings – The warnings on the product and in the instructions should be obeyed.

4. Follow Instructions – Always follow all operating instructions.

5. Socket Usage – Never use sockets not recommended by the manufacturer. The use of inappropriate

sockets may cause accidents.

6. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.

7. Place and route the power supply cord such that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the cord near the power plugs, and at the point where it exits from the product.

8. Overloading – Do not overload AC power outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

9. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through ventilation slots or openings. For the same reason, never spill water or any kind of liquid on the product.

10. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

11. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the AC outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

A. The power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

B. Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.

C. The product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper 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 operating condition.

D. The product has been damaged after falling or being dropped.

E. The product appears to be operating abnormally.

12. Parts Replacements – When parts are required to be replaced, ensure that the service technician use parts that are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

13. 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.

14. Wall Mounting – To mount this product on the wall (mounting module is optional), please install according to the manufacturer’s professional instructions to ensure safety and stability of the LCD.

15. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. DO NOT use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

16. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water--near a bath tub, washing bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool, and other similar locations. Never place any container with water on top of this product.

17. Supported Stand – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, table, as it may cause the product to fall and result in injury to people and damage to the product. When mounting this product on the wall, please follow the manufacturer’s professional instructions.

18. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Please do not cover or block these slots and openings, as improper ventilation will cause overheating and shorten the life of this product. The openings may also be blocked when placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product is not designed for a built-in installation. Do not install the product in airtight places, such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

19. Move the product on a suitable cart or trolley, with care and caution. Quick stops, excessive force, or uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

20. The LCD panel of this product is made of glass. If the product falls or is hit, the panel may break and be damaged.

21. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources, such as direct sunlight, radiators, heaters, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat, to prevent the cabinet from deforming and the panel from malfunctioning.

22. When using this product in a low-temperature room, the picture may have the appearance of ghosting or delayed reaction. This is not a malfunction. When the temperature returns to normal, the display will normalize as well. Operating temperature is 50 F to 95 F (10 C to 35 C).

23. The LCD panel is a high-tech, high-quality product comprising of millions of thin film transistors. Occasionally, functionless pixels may appear on the screen; these pixels will not affect the performance of the LCD panel.

24. If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure that the antenna or cable system is grounded in order to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. The 810th Section of the National Electrical Safety Code provides the following information as to the proper grounding of antenna pole and supporting structure, grounding by implanting cords to antenna discharging units, the size of grounding conductors, the position of antenna discharging units, connection to the grounding electrodes and the requirement of grounding electrodes.

25. For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the power outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power surges.

26. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, street lamps or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outdoor antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep them from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them may prove fatal.

NOTE: If the screen flickers or if the image is unclear when playing AV sources (such as DVD, VCD, or Video), check if the signal source (such as the output setting of the DVD — 480i, 576i, etc.) matches the signal source of the video. Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section in this menu for more details.

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Table of Contents

Preface ................................................................................................................................2

Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................................3

CHAPTER 1

About Your LCD .................................................................................................................... 7

Unpacking the Package ................................................................................................................. 8

Package Contents .................................................................................................................. 8

Front View ................................................................................................................................. 9

Rear Connectors ........................................................................................................................ 10

Remote Control ......................................................................................................................... 11

CHAPTER 2

Making Connections .......................................................................................................... 12

Connecting Power ...................................................................................................................... 12

Viewing TV from Aerial Signals ................................................................................................... 13

Connecting the Cable ........................................................................................................... 13

A. Analog Antenna Connection ....................................................................................... 13

B. Digital Antenna Connection ........................................................................................ 13

Connecting a Cable TV Box ....................................................................................... 14

Connecting External Devices to Your LCD ............................................................................... 15

A. Connecting a Device with S-Video port ....................................................................... 15

B. Connecting a Device with Composite Video Port ........................................................... 15

C. Connecting a Device with Component Video Port .......................................................... 16

D. Connecting a Device with HDMI Port .......................................................................... 16

Connecting to a Second Display ............................................................................................ 17

Connecting to a Personal Computer ........................................................................................ 18

Specifications for Computer Modes .................................................................................. 19

CHAPTER 3

Getting Started .................................................................................................................. 20

Turning the LCD On ................................................................................................................... 20

Initial Setup for TV .................................................................................................................... 20

A. Selecting the TV Input Source .......................................................................................... 20

B. Selecting the Video Input Source ....................................................................................... 21

C. Selecting the TV System ................................................................................................. 21

D. Scanning for Channels ..................................................................................................... 21

Initial Setup for Digital TV (DTV) ................................................................................................. 22

A. Selecting the DTV Input Source ........................................................................................ 22

B. Activating the DTV OSD .................................................................................................. 22

C. Scanning for Channels ..................................................................................................... 23

Changing Channels .................................................................................................................... 24

Channel Return ................................................................................................................... 24

Adjusting the Volume ................................................................................................................. 24

Selecting Stereo or SAP Audio Transmission .................................................................................. 25

Muting the Sound ...................................................................................................................... 25

CHAPTER 4

Using the TV Features ........................................................................................................ 26

Navigating the Menu .................................................................................................................. 26

Optimizing the Picture – Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Color, Hue, Backlight, Color Temp, Phase,

Frequency .......................................................................................................................... 27

Adjusting the Image – Image Size, H/V Position, Freeze Frame, PIP Adjustment, Auto ......................... 28

Displaying Setup – Language, Closed Caption, Sleep Timer, OSD Setting, NTSC, Reset ...................... 29

Setting the Sleep Timer ....................................................................................................... 30

Using the Closed Captions .................................................................................................... 30

Adjusting the Audio – Volume, Treble, Bass, Balance, Mute, Audio Source ........................................ 31

Adjusting TV Channel Settings – Auto Search Channels, Channel List, Edit Channels, Edit Favorites ...... 32

Displaying and Setting Up Your Favorite Channels .................................................................... 33

Selecting the Input Source – Source Enable, Layout ........................................................................ 34

Selecting the Window Layout ................................................................................................ 35

Viewing Picture-in-Picture (PIP) ............................................................................................. 36

Selecting the PIP Input Source ........................................................................................ 37

Customizing PIP Window Settings ................................................................................... 38

Alternating PIP and Main Screen Sources .......................................................................... 38

Changing the PIP Channel .............................................................................................. 38

Viewing Picture-out-Picture (POP) .......................................................................................... 39

Selecting POP Input Source(s) ......................................................................................... 40

Changing the POP Channel ............................................................................................. 41

Using the V-Chip Controls ........................................................................................................... 42

Turning the V-Chip on .......................................................................................................... 42

Changing the Password ........................................................................................................ 43

Locking Movie Programs ....................................................................................................... 43

Locking TV Programs ........................................................................................................... 44

CHAPTER 5

Using the Digital TV Features ............................................................................................ 45

Navigating the Menu .................................................................................................................. 45

Setting Channels – Edit, Auto Scan, Manual Scan .......................................................................... 46

Setting Up Your Favorite or Blocked Channels ......................................................................... 47

Displaying Your Favorite Channels ......................................................................................... 48

Scanning Channels Manually ................................................................................................. 49

Managing the Closed Caption – Font Size, Font Style, Font Color, Font Opacity,

Edge Style, Edge Color ......................................................................................................... 50

Displaying Setup – Formate, Sound, Opacity, I-Plate, Time Zone, About ............................................ 51

Setting the Time Zone ......................................................................................................... 52

Using the Lock .......................................................................................................................... 53

Turning the Lock on .............................................................................................................53

Changing the Password ........................................................................................................ 53

Locking Programs ................................................................................................................ 54

Getting More Information about Programs ...................................................................................... 55

Using the INFO ................................................................................................................... 55

Using the GUIDE .................................................................................................................55

Appendix ........................................................................................................................... 56

Programming Your Remote Control .............................................................................................. 56

How to Program Your Remote Control ................................................................................... 56

Auto Search ................................................................................................................. 56

Manual Setup ............................................................................................................... 57

Manufacturing Codes of Devices ............................................................................................ 58

Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 63

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 64

Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 65

42" LCD TV

CHAPTER 1

About Your LCD

Congratulations on your purchase of the 42" Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The LCD, incorporated with an attached optional multimedia module, supports the latest digital TV standards including a High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) and a digital TV receiver. With the HDMI feature, the LCD can transfer uncompressed video and audio at same time, while the digital TV receiver enables the LCD to receive signals transmitted from all available VHF/UHF bands in your area. Along with a variety of options for connecting an input source and an easy-to-use on-screen display (OSD), the LCD helps you in fine-tuning your viewing experience. The multilayer on-screen menus give you control and access to the various LCD features. The LCD is also designed to be versatile to meet your viewing needs and fit neatly into any room. It can be mounted on a wall or a stand.

Key features:

• Worldwide multistandard video support for NTSC, PAL, or SECAM systems

• Built-in High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

• High-performance panel with 10-bit output format

• Inverse 3:2 NTSC/2:2 PAL pulldown for a smoother, superior picture

• Picture In Picture (PIP) and Picture Out Picture (POP) support

• Dual Tuners (NTSC and ATSC)

• Easy PIP swap and PIP placement, with built in de-interlace

• Multilayer on-screen display menus

• Progressive and interlaced Component Video inputs: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p

• Auto detection of input format with programmable input window

• Auto clock-phase adjustment

• Auto input timing mode detection

• V-Chip function for parental control of content

• Closed Caption function

• Dolby Digital (5.1-channel) support

• Built-in speakers and stand

Picture Effects

LCD displays provide you with an excellent viewing experience, providing images of high quality and high resolution. The picture remains bright and vibrant under all types of lighting conditions; the image is smooth and even because there are no visible scan lines.

This LCD not only supports the latest digital technologies, it also offers a superior way to view highquality images that only HDTV and DVD can provide. The color is rich and realistic, with a spectrum of literally millions of color variations — far beyond what a conventional TV can offer. Your 42-inch LCD takes LCD technology a step further with pixel enhancement and color space converters. The digital comb filter eliminates blurred edges, so that the picture remains in sharp focus at all times.

Wide viewing angles let you watch comfortably from anywhere in the room, and the wide 16:9 aspect ratio takes full advantage of the large screen, especially for viewing HDTV, which also uses the same aspect ratio. And because many TV programs continue to broadcast in the narrower 4:3 aspect ratio, the LCD also includes aspect ratio conversion to automatically convert to a 16:9 aspect ratio.

Picture features:

• Per-pixel Motion de-interlace, 3D comb filter (NTSC/PAL), 3D noise reduction

• Digital Picture Control

• Auto Film Mode detection with inverse 3:2 NTSC/2:2 PAL pull down

• Digital Color/Luminance Transient Improvement (DCTI/DLTI)

• Proprietary pixel enhancement technology

• 4:3 image display on 16:9 output and aspect ratio conversion

• Frame rate up/down conversion

• Full programmable color space converter

Unpacking the LCD

Before unpacking the LCD, make sure that you have followed the steps listed below:

1. Set the LCD box in an upright position, and open from the top of the box. Do not open the box from the bottom or put it upside down.

2. Prepare a stable, even and clean surface for your LCD.

3. Ensure that you have enough ventilating space for your LCD. Do not block the ventilation slots, and do not place the rear of the LCD too close to a wall or furniture.

Package Contents

Ensure that the following items are included in your package. If there are any damaged or missing parts, contact customer service.

LCD with attached speakers and base stand

Remote control

Two AAA batteries

(for use with remote control)

User Manual

Power cable

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Front View

The following illustration shows the components on the front side of the LCD.

(Power/Standby) button

Press this button to turn on the LCD, or to switch the LCD to standby mode.

CH ( / ) button

Press CH

to increase the channel number.

Press CH

to decrease the channel number.

VOL (+/–) button

Press VOL+ to increase the volume. Press VOL – to decrease the volume.

MENU button

Press this button to open the on-screen menu.

SOURCE button

Press this button to switch among the different source signals: VGA, Video 1, Video 2, SVideo 1, S-Video 2, HD1 (YPbPr), HDMI, DTV, and TV.

Built-in speakers

Base unit

IR receiver

Point the remote control at the IR (Infrared Remote) receiver to operate the LCD.

Power indicator

Indicates when the power is on. Standby state — Red Operating state — Green

Top Panel Buttons

Rear Connectors

The following illustration show the connectors on the rear side of the LCD.

Antenna (Analog)

Connects to an antenna or a cable box with a coaxial antenna cable.

S-Video 1 and S-Video 2

Connects to the S-Video output port from devices such as a DVD player or VCR, using an S-Video cable.

Composite Video 1 and Video 2

Connects to the Composite Video output of devices such as a VCR or DVD player, using a Standard Composite (AV) cable.

Audio (L/R)

Connects to the audio output of the input source, using audio cables.

AV Output: Composite Video and Audio (L/R)

Connects to the video input of a second LCD or monitor or to devices such as a VCR or DVD recorder, using a Composite Video cable and audio cables.

HD1: Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) and Audio (L/R)

Connects to video output from devices such as a DVD player, set-top box, or high-definition TV (HDTV), using a YPbPr (Component Video) cable and audio cables.

VGA Audio

Connects to computer audio output.

Power Connector

Connects to the power cord.

RS232

For Factory use only. Do not make any connections to this port.

VGA

Connects to a computer, using a VGA cable.

HDMI

Connects to devices such as a DVD player or settop box with an HDMI connector.

Antenna (Digital)

Connects to an antenna or a cable box to provide a digital signal.

Audio Output (Digital)

Connects to digital stereo systems.

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Inserting Remote Control batteries

Remove the cover from the remote control battery compartment.

Insert two AAA batteries into the compartment, aligned according to the correct polarity.

Replace the cover.

Effective operating range

For best results, point the remote control directly at the LCD, and make sure that nothing is blocking the signal from the remote control to the LCD.

Remote Control

Mode Buttons:

Switches to the function mode

• TV: Switches to TV mode

• CBL/SAT: Enters cable or satellite

receiver mode

• DVD: Enters DVD mode

• VCR: Enters VCR mode

PWR1 (Red):

Turns the LCD on and off.

PWR2 (Green):

Turns the VCR, DVD, cable, or satellite receiver on and off

CH : Moves up to the next channel CH : Moves down to the next channel

VOL+: Increases the volume VOL–: Lowers the volume

BACK:

Returns to the previously viewed channel

TV MENU: Enters or exits the TV on-screen menu

MUTE: Enables or disables audio

4-Way Arrow buttons ( / / / ):

Used for navigating the OSD menus (up, down, left and right) or for adjusting the settings

EXIT**: Returns to the previous menu layer or exits the on-screen menu

FAV**:

Toggles between ALL (all activated channels) and FAV (favorite channels) mode

GUIDE**: Displays the Electronic Program Guide (EPG)

INFO**:

Displays information on a particular show

TV/AV:

Selects the input source

ANT/CBL:

Selects the TV source

(antenna, cable TV)

Number Buttons (0-9):

Enters the channel or

code numbers directly

100/–:

In DTV mode, enters the

symbol “–” for a sub-channel.

ENTER:

Enters settings or executes

a command

DTV MENU:

Enters or exits the DTV

on-screen menu

MTS:

Multichannel Sound selection

(Mono, Stereo, SAP) for TV program.

Secondary language selection for

digital TV program.

CC:

Enables closed captions

PIP:

Enables PIP

(Picture In Picture) mode

SWAP:

Alternates between main screen and

PIP window input sources

SLEEP:

Sets the time when the LCD

turns off automatically

*/ */ */ *

Record/Pause/Stop/Play:

Used to record/hold/stop/ start the program

*/ */ */ *

Fast Backward/Backward/Forward/ Fast Forward: Advances or rewinds

the program or moves to the next/ previous program chapter

* These buttons function only in DVD and VCR mode. ** These buttons function only in digital TV mode.

CHAPTER 2

Making Connections

Follow the instructions in this section to connect your LCD to various audio/video devices; or to view TV programming from an aerial signal, cable box, or set-top box.

Connecting Power

A power connector located at the rear of the LCD allows you to control the LCD’s power on or off directly. For everyday use, you can quickly and conveniently turn the LCD on or put it in standby mode by pressing the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control.

1. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the rear of the LCD unit.

2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall socket.

The power indicator on the front panel lights up in red, indicating that the LCD is in standby mode.

To turn on the LCD:

Press the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control or the POWER ( ) button on the LCD unit to turn on the LCD.

When the LCD is turned on, the power indicator changes from red to green; the LCD begins to detect the previously set input signal source. When an input signal source is detected, the source will be displayed on the LCD screen. If no signal is detected, a “No signal” message will be displayed on the LCD screen

To turn off the LCD:

Press the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control or the POWER ( ) button on the LCD unit to turn off the LCD. When the LCD is turned off, the power indicator then changes to red, indicating the LCD is in standby mode. You can leave the LCD in this mode, or you can disconnect the power mode if the LCD is not to be used for an extended period of time.

NOTE:

• Only use the provided power cable. The cable includes a three-prong grounded plug. To keep power properly grounded, use an appropriate outlet or converter plug.

• Use only the indicated voltages (AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) to avoid fire or electric shock.

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Viewing TV from Aerial Signals

Equipped with advanced technology, your LCD is able to receive both analog and digital signals in two ways: 1) Directly through an antenna, or 2) From a cable service provider. The following section describes how to connect your LCD from an analog or digital antenna port. As there are two antenna ports — analog and digital -— on the rear of the LCD, make sure you use the correct port when connecting the LCD.

Connecting the Cable

A. Analog Antenna Connection

Connect the coaxial cable from a VHF antenna or from the cable TV provider to your LCD.

To view direct aerial TV signals through a VHF antenna, set the LCD source to Antenna by using the ANT/CBL button on the remote control or through Source from the on-screen menu. Otherwise, set the LCD source to Cable to receive service from cable signal providers.

B. Digital Antenna Connection

Connect the coaxial cable from a UHF antenna or from the cable TV provider to your LCD.

NOTE:

• For optimum picture quality, you may need to adjust the direction of the rooftop antenna. Contact your dealer for assistance if the antenna is installed incorrectly.

• The analog antenna port is located at the right side on the rear of the LCD; the digital antenna port is located at the left side on the rear of the LCD. Make sure that you connect the antennas of these two different bands to their correct input ports.

Antenna (VHF)

Coaxial cable

Antenna (UHF)

Coaxial cable

Connecting a Cable TV Box

You can watch cable TV programming after having subscribed to your local cable TV service. TV programs can only be viewed when a cable TV box or multimedia module is connected to the LCD; contact your local cable TV provider for more information on the services available in your area. When a cable TV box is connected to the LCD, channels can be selected using the box, not the LCD.

A cable TV box should be connected to either the Antenna (Analog) port or to a video input port (Video 1 or Video 2). See the section below for a detailed description of connection options.

A. Antenna connection

1. Connect a coaxial antenna cable from the cable TV box’s Antenna (Analog) output port to the LCD’s Antenna (Analog) input port.

2. Select channel 3 or channel 4, using the channel switching control on the cable TV box.

3. Tune the TV channel to the same channel as the cable TV box.

4. Select a channel to view, using the channel switching control on the cable TV box.

B. Video connection

1. Connect standard AV cables from the video/audio outputs on the cable box, to the video input port (video 1 or video 2), and to the audio input ports on the LCD.

2. Plug the power cord into the power connector at the rear of the LCD, and then press the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control or the POWER ( ) button on the LCD unit to turn the LCD on.

3. Press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit to display a list of available input sources.

4. Use the UP/DOWN buttons on the remote control to select the appropriate input source (Video 1 or Video 2).

5. Select a channel to view, using the channel switching control on the cable TV box.

Cable Box

VGA AUDIO

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Connecting External Devices to Your LCD

You can connect many types of audio visual and entertainment devices to the LCD.

Most audio/video devices offer a choice of several connection types. The most common types of connections are Composite (AV), S-Video, and Component (YPbPr). S-Video provides higher quality picture transmission than the Composite interface, and Component (YPbPr) provides the highest quality picture transmission. At present, HDMI* (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is one of the most common interfaces available for carrying and passing digital signals. Your LCD includes an HDMI feature that allows your LCD to display high-definition images through an all-digital connection, ensuring the purest image quality available.

You may choose any of the connection types offered on a device, based on the convenience or quality of the connection type. The table below shows device signals supported by the different connectors in your LCD. Incorrect connections may cause devices or the LCD to malfunction, so be sure to refer to the table before making any connections between your devices and the LCD.

(v: Available, —: Not available)

Prior to making any connections to your LCD, ensure that the power cord is disconnected from the LCD unit. Please note that the cables mentioned in this section are not included with your LCD package.

A. Connecting a Device with S-Video Port

Connect the S-Video cable to the S-Video 1 or S-Video 2 connector on the LCD. S-Video cable does not include audio, and the audio cable (L/R) should be connected separately between the audio connectors on the device and the LCD.

To watch programs:

1. Turn on the LCD; then, press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button

on the LCD unit to view and set the input source.

2. Select S-Video 1 or S-Video 2, depending on the connection you have made between the

device and the LCD.

B. Connecting a Device with Composite Video Port

Connect the Standard Composite (AV) cable video jack to the Video 1 or Video 2 connectors on the LCD. Connect the audio jacks to the Audio (R/L) connectors. The Standard Composite (AV) cable is color-coded as follows: Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red.

To watch programs:

1. Turn on the LCD; then, press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button

on the LCD unit to view and set the input source.

2. Select Video 1 or Video 2, depending on the connection you have made between the device

and the LCD.

*HDMI, High Definition Multimedia Interface, supports the uncompressed standard for delivering all digital video and audio information. With only one HDMI cable, users can enjoy the delivering of both the digital video and audio.

Video 1 Video 2 S-Video 1 S-Video 2 HD1 (YPbPr) HDMI 480i (720 x 480i) v vvvvv 480p (720 x 480p) _ _ _ _ v v 720p (1280 x 720p) _ _ _ _ v v

1080i (1920 x 1080i) _ _ _ _ v v

C. Connecting a Device with Component Video Port

Connect the Component cable (YPbPr) to the HD1 (Y/Pb/Pr) connectors on the LCD. The Component cable (YPbPr) is color-coded green, blue and red. Component cable (YPbPr) does not include audio, and the audio cable (L/R) should be connected separately between the audio connectors on the device and the LCD.

To watch programs:

1. Turn on the LCD; then, press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit to view and set the input source.

2. Select HD1 from the list of input sources to view programs.

D. Connecting a Device with a HDMI Port

Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the LCD. Since the HDMI connection standard also supports the transfer of uncompressed audio information, there is no need to use the audio cable to connect the device to your LCD.

To watch programs:

1. Turn on the LCD; then, press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit to view and set the input source.

2. Select HDMI from the list of input sources to view programs.

DVD Player/Recorder

VCR or 

VCD/DVD Player

Video Game Set

Camcorder

VCR or VCD/DVD Player

DVD Player or Recorder

NOTE: The examples given in this section reflect common connection types; actual connection types

may vary according to model. Refer to the user manual for the device if you need additional assistance.

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Connecting to a Second Display

You can send output from the LCD to a second display, such as a LCD with AV-In support. This can be done by connecting a Standard Composite (AV) cable from the video and audio output ports on the rear of the LCD.

To connect to a second display follow these steps:

1. Connect the Video/Audio output of the LCD to the Video/Audio input of the secondary display, using a Standard Composite (AV) cable. Connect the audio (white and red) to Audio (L/R) connectors.

2. Turn on the LCD and the second display.

3. Set the second display to receive Composite Video input. For more details, refer to the User Manual of the second display.

NOTE:

• The output displayed on a second display is the same as the current input of the LCD.

• You can connect to a second display only by using the Video/Audio output connectors and the Standard Composite (AV) cable.

Display

Connecting to a Personal Computer

You can use the LCD as a monitor for your PC. VGA is the most common type of connection for this purpose.

To connect to a personal computer, follow these steps:

1. Connect the VGA cable from the computer to the VGA connector on the rear of the LCD unit.

2. For audio, connect the computer’s audio cable from the Line Out of the PC to the VGA Audio on the rear panel of the LCD, using a phone audio cable.

3. Turn on the LCD and the computer.

4. Press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit to set input source to “VGA”.

NOTE:

• The LCD includes Plug-and-Play capability, which allows the computer to automatically adjust its settings to match those of the monitor. Often, the image needs no adjusting. There may be some variations in the image due to different models or different versions of operating systems.

If there are problems with the image, however, such as flicker or an unclear image, adjust computer settings by using the LCD’s on-screen menu. To deal with an unclear image, you may need to adjust the phase or frequency, or apply automatic settings by choosing “Auto” in the on-screen menu to adjust image quality automatically.

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Display Mode

Analog

Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency

VESA

VGA

640 x 480

31.5 KHz 60.0 Hz

37.5 KHz 75.0 Hz

640 x 480 37.9 KHz 72.0 Hz

SVGA 800 x 600

35.2 KHz 56.3 Hz

37.9 KHz 60.3 Hz

46.9 KHz 75.0 Hz

48.1 KHz 72.0 Hz

XGA 1024 x 768

48.4 KHz 60.0 Hz

56.6 KHz 70.0 Hz

60.0 KHz 75.0 Hz

SXGA 1280 x 1024 64.0 KHz 60.0 Hz

MS-DOS 640 x 350 31.5 KHz 70.1 Hz

If you cannot improve the image, the problem may be in the graphic card in your computer. Consult the user manual or manufacturer for your graphics card to see if there are settings such as the refresh rate that can be adjusted in your graphics card. In some cases, the limitations of the graphics card and its settings may require upgrading of the graphics card to improve the image.

Refer to the following section, “Specifications for Computer Modes,” for details about supported configurations.

• With some computer models, the DOS or CMOS BIOS mode may not work with the LCD.

Specifications for Computer Modes

For most settings, the computer uses Plug and Play technology to adjust itself to the settings of the LCD. For certain settings, however, the size and position of the image shown on the LCD may be determined by the computer. The following table shows display elements determined by the computer and supported by the LCD.

Supported Display Elements

VGA Input

NOTE:

• Select only standard display formats in your computer. If you select non-standard display formats, the LCD may not display them properly.

• If your computer has vertical and horizontal frequency selection, select 60 Hz (vertical) and 31.5 KHz (horizontal).

• Interlaced refresh is not supported.

VGA

Video 1

S-Video 1

Video 2 S-Video 2

HDMI HD 1

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CHAPTER 3

Getting Started

This section explains some of the basic procedures for setting up the LCD, so that you can begin using your unit right away. Some features will differ in either TV or digital TV mode; such differences will be explained separately where relevant.

Turning the LCD On

1. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the rear of the LCD unit, and plug the other end into a power source outlet.

2. Press the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control or the POWER (

) button on the LCD unit to turn the

LCD on.

NOTE: If you need to disconnect power, first put the LCD into standby mode by pressing the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control or the POWER ( ) button on the LCD unit. Then disconnect the power cord from the rear panel of the LCD unit.

Initial Setup for TV

Before viewing TV or video input, familiarize yourself with the source and channel selection as described in the following sections.

A. Selecting the TV Input Source

You can set the LCD to directly receive air signals, or to receive cable signals from the cable attached to the Antenna (Analog) input, if you have attached a cable from a rooftop antenna or cable service provider.

1. Press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit.

When the button is pressed, a list of the available input sources appears on the screen for selection.

2. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button on the remote control to select “TV”, then ENTER to confirm your selection.

3. Press the ANT/CBL button on the remote control to toggle between Antenna or Cable input.

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B. Selecting the Video Input Source

Press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit to select video input source from another device connected to your LCD. For example, if you are connected to HDTV (YPbPr), select “HD1”, then ENTER to confirm your selection.

You can also set the video input source through the on-screen menu. See the section, “Selecting Input Source” in Chapter 4: Using the LCD’s Features.

C. Selecting the TV System

There are several TV standards in use around the world. The two most common standards are NTSC and PAL. This product supports both standards as well as SECAM. Your dealer should be able to verify which TV system is in use in your area.

You can set the TV input standard through the on-screen menu. Press the TV/AV button on the remote control. Use the UP/DOWN (

/ ) buttons on the remote control to select TV,

then ENTER to confirm the selection.

1. Press the TV MENU button on the remote control or the MENU button on the LCD unit.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button on the remote control to select “Setup”, then press the DOWN ( ) button to enter the submenu.

3. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button on the remote control to

select “NTSC...”, then LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) to enable or

disable your NTSC system.

4. Press the TV MENU button to exit the menu.

D. Scanning for Channels

Your LCD can automatically scan for active channels. After scanning for channels, only active channels appear when you move through channels using CH

or CH .

To access the Auto Search Channels function:

1. Press the TV MENU button on the remote control.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select “TV”, then press the DOWN (

) button to enter the submenu.

3. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select TV Settings,

then press the RIGHT (

) button to open the options.

4. Use the UP/DOWN ( / ) button to select “Auto Search Channels”, then press the RIGHT (

) button to begin the

channel search.

The channel scanning process begins automatically with a progress bar shown on the screen. When auto scanning is done, press the TV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

VGA

Video 1

S-Video 1

Video 2 S-Video 2

HDMI HD 1

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Initial Setup for Digital TV (DTV)

The LCD enables you to watch digital TV programs transmitted from all available UHF bands in your area. To set up for digital TV, follow the sections below:

A. Selecting the D TV Input Source

Before watching digital TV programs, make sure that your have attached the cable of the digital input source to the Antenna (Digital) port on the rear of the LCD unit, and choose the correct input source.

1. Press the TV/AV button on the remote control or the SOURCE button on the LCD unit. A list of available input sources appears on the screen for selection.

2. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button on the remote control to select “DTV”, then ENTER to confirm

your selection.

B. Activating the DTV OSD

To control LCD settings, the LCD features two OSD modes: TV and DTV. Because TV mode is the default setting each time when you power on the TV, you will need to activate DTV mode first before you can start using any of the digital TV OSD controls.

To activate the DTV OSD, follow the steps below:

1. Press the DTV MENU button on the remote control.

2. If you do not see the on-screen menu shown below, repeat step 1 until the DTV on-screen menu is activated successfully.

NOTE:

1. To turn on the DTV OSD, you will need to first set up your input source to the DTV.

2. When you activate DTV source for the first time, you will see a warning screen (shown at the right). This reminds you to perform the Auto Scan function first.

3. When the input source of the LCD has been set up for DTV, you may see programs display on the LCD if your LCD receives the digital signal. Remember, however, that you will need to activate DTV OSD in order to use DTV features.

4. To return to the default TV OSD, press the TV MENU button.

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C. Scanning for Channels

Your LCD can automatically scan for active digital TV channels. After scanning for channels, only active digital TV channels appear when you move through channels using CH

or CH .

To scan for active digital TV channels, follow these steps:

1. Press the DTV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select

“Channel”.

A password-enter widow will pop up immediately.

3. Use the digit number buttons (0-9) on the remote control to key in the default password “0000” to enter the submenu.

4. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to choose Auto

Scan, and ENTER to access the submenu.

An Auto-Scan window will pop up and start the scanning procedure.

5. Allow some time for the TV to scan digital TV channels. Do not use other TV functions until scanning is completed.

All available digital TV channels will be saved automatically in memory when scanning is done. You will see a “Scan List” that shows available digital TV channel numbers and their names.

6. Press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

Changing Channels

To change channels, use one of the following methods:

– Press the CH

or CH button on the remote control or on the LCD unit to see the channels that the LCD has memorized.

– Use the number buttons (0-9) and the dash “–” button

on the remote control.

• In TV mode:

For a 1-digit channel, the channel will appear on the screen in 2-3 seconds after the number is entered. For example, to enter the channel number 5, press 5 directly and wait 2-3 seconds; or press 5, then ENTER.

• Channel Return

The LCD has a channel return feature which allows you to conveniently return to the previous channel viewed, even when you don’t remember the channel number.

To return to the previous channel, press the BACK button on the remote control.

Adjusting the Volume

To adjust the volume, press the VOL+ or VOL– button on the remote control or on the LCD unit to raise or lower the volume.

You can also adjust the volume using the on-screen menu. See the section, “Adjusting the Audio” in Chapter 4: Using the LCD’s Features.

For a 2-digit or 3-digit channel, the channel will appear on the screen immediately after the numbers are entered. For example, to enter the channel number 21, press 2, then 1. To enter the channel number 121, press 1, then 2, and then 1.

• In DTV mode:

To enter a channel number with no sub-channel number, use the number buttons (0-9). For example, to enter the channel number 21, press 2, then 1.

To enter a channel number with a sub-channel number, use the number buttons (0-9) and the dash button (–). For example, to enter the channel number 21-5, press 2, then 1, then –, and then 5.

Please take note that the channel appears on the screen with the channel number immediately or in 2-3 seconds after the numbers are entered.

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Selecting Stereo or SAP Audio Transmissions

Some TV broadcasts may include a secondary audio channel that may be in another language.

MONO

SAP

When an SAP audio channel is selected, SAP appears on the screen. Some programs are broadcast with no SAP channel. If no SAP channel is available, only the stereo audio channel can be used.

• In DTV Mode:

Press the MTS button to activate the multi-language function. If a program provides different language choices for selection, select the language you wish and then press the ENTER button to confirm.

• In TV mode:

SAP operates on an NTSC television feature called MTS (Multi-Channel Sound). Availability depends on the program and on your service provider.

To select Stereo, Mono, or SAP audio channel, press the MTS button on the remote control, or use the onscreen menu.

Pressing the MTS button cycles through the audio channel options, Mono, SAP, and Stereo. Select Stereo or Mono to hear the main audio channel in stereo or mono, or SAP to hear secondary audio.

Muting the Sound

Press the MUTE button on the remote control to turn the sound on or off. When the sound is muted, the “MUTE” icon appears on the screen. Press the button again to turn the sound on.

You can also mute the sound using the on-screen menu. See the section, “Adjusting the Audio” in Chapter 4: Using the LCD’s Features.

CHAPTER 4

Using the LCD’s Features

The features in your LCD can be accessed through remote control buttons, the on-screen menu, or sometimes both. The on-screen menu allows you to make adjustments to the picture and sound, change source modes, enable picture-in-picture (PIP) or picture-out-picture (POP) mode, set the menu language, and more. This chapter explains each submenu in order, noting also the functions that are accessed through the remote control.

Navigating the Menu

1. Press the TV MENU button on the remote control or on the LCD unit to display the on-screen menu.

Each main menu heading opens a submenu of related items.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button on the remote

control to move left and right in the menus.

The selected menu item is highlighted.

3. Stop the cursor on the item you wish to select, and press the DOWN (

) button to enter the submenu.

4. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button on the remote control to select a submenu item. After selecting an item, you can adjust settings.

The selected submenu item is highlighted.

5. Adjust settings using the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ )button.

Some item settings are controlled simply by shifting slider bars, while others have two or more settings to choose from.

Once a user setting is selected, the setting takes effect on the screen immediately.

6. To leave a submenu and return to the main menu, press the UP ( ) button on the remote control several times until there are no longer any items highlighted in the submenu.

7. To exit the on-screen menu, press the TV MENU button once (or twice).

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Optimizing the Picture

The Picture menu enables you to adjust the appearance of the picture by using the Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Color, Hue, and Color Temperature function settings. These controls in the Picture menu offer a convenient way of optimizing your TV viewing experience.

To adjust picture settings:

1. Press the TV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2 Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select “Picture”.

3. Press the DOWN ( ) button to select the item you would like to adjust.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to adjust slider bars in order to increase/decrease the value of a

user setting. Then press the TV MENU button once (or twice) to exit the on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Picture menu:

Item Description

Brightness Adjusts the level of light on your screen.

Contrast Adjusts the difference between the lightest and darkest shades on your screen.

Sharpness Sharpens the picture on your screen.

Color Corrects the color saturation of the picture.

Hue Changes the intensity of the hues (colors) on your screen.

Color Temp. Alters the color temperature of the picture. Warmer colors are displayed in higher

percentage in red, and cooler colors are displayed in higher percentage in blue. Press the RIGHT (

) button to display three color modes, then change the value

of the color individually for your screen setting.

• Red: Sets the color temperature to warmer.

• Green: Sets the color temperature to neutral.

• Blue: Sets the color temperature to cooler.

Backlight Adjusts the level of the rear light of the LCD.

Phase Adjusts the clarity and focus of the picture. This function is available only when

the incoming source is VGA.

Frequency Adjusts the frequency of the picture. This function is available only when the

incoming source is VGA.

Adjusting the Image

The Image Adjustment menu enables you to set aspect ratios (ratio of width to height) for the display. When watching a movie, it is recommended that the Aspect Ratio be set to the “Fill All” mode to fit the dimensions of a theater screen for better viewing experience. The position of the image can be changed as well to fit your viewing preferences.

To access image adjustment settings:

1. Press the TV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2 Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select “Image Adj.”.

3. Press the DOWN (

) button to select the item you would like to adjust.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT( / ) button to toggle through option settings or to adjust slider bars in order to increase/decrease the value of a user setting. Then press the TV MENU button once (or twice) to exit the on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Image Adj. menu:

Item Description

Image Size Sets the aspect ratio of the display. Three aspect ratio modes are available:

• Fill All: The picture fills the entire screen.

• 1 to 1*: Sets the picture to 4:3 aspect ratio.

• 16:9*: Sets the picture to 16:9 aspect ratio.

H Position Shifts the image horizontally.

V Position Shifts the image vertically.

Freeze Frame Freezes the current image on the screen when watching the program. This setting

can be set to On or Off. On: The Freeze Frame function is enabled. Off: The Freeze Frame function is disabled.

PIP Adjustments Sets the size and position of the PIP window within the main screen. This function

is available only when the PIP window is activated. For more details, see the PIP section later in this chapter.

Auto Automatically sets the optimum picture settings for the display. This function is

available only when the input source is VGA.

* When viewing in “1 to 1” and “16:9” modes, black bars appear on the left/right and up/bottom sides of the screen.

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Displaying Setup

The Setup menu allows you to set the on-screen display language, the sleep timer, OSD transparency, OSD time out, and to enable your NTSC system.

To adjust display settings:

1. Press the TV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select “Setup”.

3. Press the DOWN (

) button to select the item you would like to adjust.

The following table describes each item in the Setup menu:

Item Description

Language Sets the on-screen display language to your desired language.

Closed Caption Controls the caption decoder. Select closed caption (CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4) or

teletext (TT1, TT2, TT3, TT4). Select “OFF” to turn off closed captions. This function is available only when the input source is from TV, Video 1/2, and SVideo 1/2. Refer to the next section to set up Closed Caption from the remote control.

Sleep Timer Sets a time interval, after which the display is automatically turned off. The sleep

timer adjustments can be set from 0 to 180 minutes in 10-minute increments. You can also set the sleep timer by pressing the SLEEP button on the remote control. Refer to the next section to set up Sleep Timer from the remote control.

OSD Settings Two functions are available for adjusting the OSD by pressing the RIGHT (

)

button:

• Transparency: Sets the level of the OSD transparency, through which images can be seen as the OSD is displayed on the screen.

• OSD Timeout: Defines how long the on-screen menus remain on the screen when no action is taken. The setting ranges from 1-20 seconds.

NTSC (USA) Enables or disables the NTSC TV system.

Reset Restores default settings.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Use the Sleep Timer function to set a time, after which the LCD will turn off automatically.

To set the sleep timer, press the SLEEP button on the remote control, or use the on-screen menu.

When you press the SLEEP button, the LCD cycles through the available sleep timer options: TIMER OFF, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180 minutes. The LCD will turn off automatically after the length of time you set.

To cancel the sleep timer, press the SLEEP button repeatedly until “TIMER OFF” is displayed on the screen, or use the on-screen menu.

30 min

TIMER OFF

Using Closed Captions

Some programs offer closed captions, which are subtitles for the spoken portions of programming. These subtitles are designed for the hearing impaired or for translations into other languages. Programming with closed captions often carries the closed caption symbol, cc.

To view the captions or text:

Press the CC button on the remote control, or use the on-screen menu to enable or disable closed captions. Pressing the CC button also gives you a choice of several different closed caption streams. Select from CC1, CC2, CC3, and CC4 for captions; TT1, TT2, TT3, or TT4 for text.

To close the captions, switch option to “CC OFF”.

NOTE:

• No captions are displayed if the program or video does not have closed captions.

• If teletext is not available, there is no information displayed on the screen.

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Adjusting the Audio

The Audio menu gives you access to sound settings.

To adjust audio settings:

1. Press the TV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select “Audio”.

3. Press the DOWN ( ) button to select the item you would like to adjust.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT(

/ ) button to toggle through option settings or to adjust slider bars in order to increase/decrease the value of a user setting. Then press the TV MENU button once (or twice) to exit on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Audio menu:

Item Description

Volume Adjusts the overall volume of the speakers.

This feature can also be adjusted by pressing the VOL+ or VOL- buttons on the remote control or LCD unit.

Treble Adjusts the high frequency portion of the audio range.

Bass Adjusts the low frequency portion of the audio range.

Balance Balances the volume of the left and right speakers.

Mute Disables the audio. This setting can be set to On or Off:

On: The mute function is enabled. Off: The mute function is disabled. It can also be set by pressing the MUTE button on the remote control.

Audio Source Selects the audio source from the main or secondary window. This function is

available only when the PIP and Side by Side functions are activated.

Adjusting TV Channel Settings

The TV menu provides several functions that enable you to perform the auto search of active channels and allow you to edit these channels for your needs.

TO access TV settings:

1. Press the TV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select “TV”.

3. Press the DOWN (

) button to select the item you would like to adjust, then press the RIGHT( )

button to display available functions.

The following table describes each item in the TV layer:

Item Description

TV Settings • Auto Search Channels: Scans for active channels automatically when

you press the RIGHT (

) button.

• Antenna/Cable: Selects the TV source from the antenna or cable. You can also set the TV source by pressing the ANT/CBL button

on the remote control. This functions only activates in “Single” window layout .

Channel Settings • Channel List: Toggles between Valid and Favorites channel mode.

– Valid: Displays all validated channels. – Favorites: Displays all favorite channels.

• Edit Channels: Adds or deletes individual channels from the list of available channels.

• Edit Favorites: Adds an individual channel as a favorite, or removes a channel from the list of the favorites. In default mode, there are no memorized channels in the list of the favorites. You can add your desired channel to list of favorites through this method; the LCD can hold up to 10 favorite channels.

NOTE: Before accessing TV Settings, switch the input source to “TV” first.

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Displaying and Setting Up Your Favorite Channels

The Channel Settings function allows you to set up the display of channels by either valid or favorite mode and to edit channels based on your preference. Valid mode allows you to watch all validated channels. Favorite mode allows you to watch the channels which have been set up in the list of favorite channels.

To display and set up your favorite channels:

1. In the TV menu, select ”Channel Settings”, then press the RIGHT (

) button to enter an edit

screen.

2. Select “Favorites” from the Channel List by using the LEFT/RIGHT( / ) button.

3. Press the DOWN (

) button to select “Edit Favorites”, then press the RIGHT( ) button to enter an

edit screen.

4. Select the channel that you wish to add to the favorites by using the UP/DOWN ( / ) button.

5. Toggle between “Add” and “Delete” by using the LEFT/RIGHT( / ) button. Select “Add”, and the selected channel will be added to list of favorites.

6. Press the TV MENU button once (or twice) to exit the on-screen menu.

7. Use the CH

or CH on the remote control to move through the list of favorite channels.

Selecting Input Source

The Source menu enables you to set an input source when connecting an antenna or using video equipment such as a DVD or VCR player. Set the source to match the type of connection you have made between the LCD and the video equipment. For more information, see Chapter 2 “Making Connections”.

To access input source settings:

1. Press the TV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select “Source”.

3. Press the DOWN (

) button to select the item you would like to adjust, then press the RIGHT( )

button to display available functions.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT(

/ ) button to toggle through option settings for a user setting, then press

the TV MENU button once (or twice) to exit the on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Source menu:

Item Description

Source Enable Enables or disables the available input sources. When an input source is enabled,

it appears on the list of TV/AV sources. When an input source is disabled, it disappears temporarily from the list of TV/AV sources.

• VGA: Computer input source

• Video 1: Composite Video input source.

• S-Video 1: S-Video input source.

• Video 2: Composite Video input source.

• S-Video 2: S-Video input source.

• HDMI: HDMI input source.

• DTV: Digital TV input source.

• HD1: Component Video (YPbPr) input source. TV (Tuner) is a preset input source and cannot be disabled by users under any circumstance.

Layout Allows users to view single or multiple programs in five different window

layouts at the same time. These options are Single, PIP, Side by Side, POP5, and POP12.

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Selecting the Window Layout

The Layout setting allows you to select a window layout for the viewing of single or multiple programs at the same time. There are five options for window layout: Single, PIP, Side by Side, POP5, and POP12.

To select a window layout for your specific need:

1. Select “Layout” in the Source menu, then press the RIGHT (

) button.

2. Select a window layout from a series of settings by using the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button.

Single The Single window layout consists of one window that plays the

program you see on the screen.

PIP Within the main window, the PIP (Picture-in-Picture) window layout is

a small window that displays programs in another channel or from other input sources.

Side by Side The Side by Side window layout consists of two equal-size

windows, allowing users to view two different programs on the screen at the same time.

POP5 The POP5 (Picture-out-Picture) window layout consists of one main

window plus five secondary windows, allowing users to view 6 programs on the screen at the same time.

POP12 The POP12 (Picture-out-Picture) window consists of one main

window plus 12 secondary windows, allowing users to view a total of 13 programs on the screen at the same time.

Once a user setting is in place, the setting takes effect on the screen immediately, and the numbers of the windows will appear on the screen upon your selection. You can then view programs from other channels or from different input sources at the same time.

Source

Viewing Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

The PIP (Picture-in-Picture) window is a small window that displays programs from other channels or from input sources within the main window.

To open a PIP window, use either method below:

• Press the PIP button on the remote control directly.

The PIP window appears on the screen immediately.

• Press the TV MENU button, and select ”PIP” in Window Layout in the Source menu.

Once the PIP is selected, the PIP window appears in a corner of the screen immediately.

NOTE: If the PIP window appearing on the screen is blank, press the TV/AV button on the remote control to select an available input source for the PIP window. For more details, see the next section for setting up the PIP input source.

To close a PIP window, press the PIP button again, or change the window layout setting to “Single” in Window Layout in the Source menu.

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Selecting the PIP Input Source

To select an input source for a PIP window, use the TV/AV button on the remote control:

1. Make sure that the PIP window is activated on the screen, then press the ENTER button to select a window.

The selected window will be outlined by a colored border.

Please note that window selection functions only when the displayed window appearing on the screen does not contain any information (such as a channel number).

2. Press the RIGHT/LEFT (

/ ) button to switch to the

PIP window.

3. Wait for the colored border around the selected PIP window to disappear from the screen, then press the TV/AV button on the remote control to display the input source window.

Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to move through

available sources, then ENTER to confirm your selection.

If the PIP window detects the input source, the detected image is displayed in the PIP window immediately.

NOTE: Not every type of input source can be set up to become a secondary window in PIP mode. Please refer to the table below on input sources for each PIP mode.

PIP (Pincture-in-Picture)

Main screen source VGA HDMI Video 1 S-Video 1 Video 2 S-Video 2 HD1 DTV TV

Seconda ry

screen source

VGA _________

HDMI_________

Video 1vv_vvvvvv

S-Video 1 v v v _ v v v v v

Video 2 v v v v _ v v v v

S-Video 2vvvvv_vv v

HD1 _________

DTV _________

TV vvvvvvvv _

(v: Available, —: Not available)

Customizing PIP Window Settings

The LCD allows you to customize PIP settings, such as size, location, and transparency for your PIP window, by using the on-screen menu.

Size change

Position change

To customize the PIP window:

1. Make sure the PIP window is activated on the screen.

2. In the “Image Adj.” menu, select ”PIP Adjustments”, then press the RIGHT (

) button to enter into an edit

screen.

3. Press the DOWN (

) button to select the item you

would like to adjust.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT(

/ ) button to adjust slider bars

in order to increase/decrease the value of a user setting.

Alternating between PIP and Main Screen Sources

To switch between the PIP and main screen sources, press the SWAP button on the remote control.

Changing the PIP Channel

If the PIP window is currently set to TV programming, make sure you are in the PIP window. (Press ENTER to confirm which window you are in, and press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) buttons to switch between the main and PIP windows.) Wait till the window without the colored border appears on the screen, and press the CH or CH buttons on the remote control to move channels up or down.

Before

After

Each time you change the setting, the selected option takes effect on the screen immediately.

• PIP Size: Changes the size of the PIP window.

• H Position: Moves the PIP window right or left on a horizontal plane.

• V Position: Moves the PIP window up or down on a vertical plane.

• Transparency: Adjusts the transparency level of the PIP window.

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Viewing Picture-out-Picture (POP)

One major feature of the LCD is that it supports three POP (Picture-out-Picture) modes: Side by Side, POP5, and POP12. These POP modes offer you more flexibility if you wish to watch more than one program on the screen at the same time.

To open a POP window:

Press the TV MENU button, and select “Side by Side”, “POP5”, or “POP12” in “Window Layout” in the Source menu.

Once a POP mode is selected, the POP takes effect on the screen immediately.

To close a POP window, change the window layout setting to “Single” in Window Layout in the Source menu.

POP5

Source

NOTE:

If the POP window appearing on the screen is blank, press the TV/AV button on the remote control to select an available POP input source. For more details, see the next section for setting up the POP input source.

Side by Side

POP5

POP12

Source

Selecting POP Input Source(s)

To select a POP window source, use the TV/AV button on the remote control:

1. Make sure the POP window is activated on the screen,

then press the ENTER button to select a window.

The selected window is outlined in a colored border.

Please note that window selection functions only when the displayed window appearing on the screen does not contain any information (such as a channel number).

2. Press the RIGHT/LEFT ( / ) button to switch to any of

the secondary windows.

3. Wait for the colored border around the selected

secondary window to disappear from the screen, then press the TV/AV button on the remote control to display on the screen your available input sources.

Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to move through the available sources, then ENTER to confirm your selection.

If the secondary window detects the input source, the detected image is displayed in the secondary window immediately.

NOTE: Not every type of input source can be set up to become a secondary window in POP mode. Please refer to the table below on input sources for each POP mode.

POP 5 and POP 12 (Picture -out-Picture)

Main screen source VGA HDMI Video 1 S-Video 1 Video 2 S-Video 2 HD1 DTV TV

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Main screen source VGA HDMI Video 1 S-Video 1 Video 2 S-Video 2 HD1 DTV TV

Secondary

screen source

VGA _ ________

HDMI_________

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S-Video 1vvv_vvvvv

Video 2vvvv_vvvv

S-Video 2vvvvv_vvv

HD1 _________

DTV _________

TV vvvvvvvv _

Changing the POP Channel

Press the CH /CH or UP/DOWN ( / ) buttons on the remote control to move channels up or down.

Before changing the POP channel, make sure you are in the POP window. (Press ENTER to confirm which window you are in, and press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) buttons to switch between the main and POP windows.) Wait till the window without the colored border appears on the screen, and press the CH or CH buttons on the remote control to move channels up or down.

(v: Available, —: Not available)

Using the V-Chip Controls

The V-chip is an electronic circuit that enables families to block content that may be unsuitable or objectionable for children. V-chip-enabled programming is available in certain countries, including Canada and the USA. Users must enter the password to change V-Chip settings; the default password is 111111. Use the default password to access V-Chip settings for the first time, then to change settings in subsequent occasions.

Turning the V-Chip On

1. Press the TV MENU button.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select “V-Chip”,

then press the DOWN ( ) button.

3. Select “Password”, then press the RIGHT (

) button to

enter the “Set Password” editable box.

You will be prompted to enter a 6-digit password.

4. Enter the default 6-digit password “111111” by using

the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control, then ENTER to confirm.

If the entered password is correct, the V-Chip controls appear on the screen. You are then ready to adjust the settings for TV and movie ratings.

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Changing the Password

The Change Password feature allows you to change the current password to a new secret password to protect certain settings from being changed.

1. Enable the V-Chip function, following the procedures

listed in the “Turning the V-Chip on” section.

2. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select “Change

Password”.

3. Enter your new secret password, use the number

buttons (0-9) on the remote control, then ENTER to confirm your change.

Once the ENTER button is pressed, the new password is remembered and must be used when you use the V-Chip again in the next time.

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Locking Movie Programs

The movie rating system is defined as follows:

G - General audience. Suitable for all ages.

PG - Parental guidance suggested. Some parents may consider some elements of the movie not

to be suitable for children.

PG-13 - Parents strongly cautioned. Some parents may consider some elements of the movie to be

unsuitable for children under the age of 13.

R - Restricted. Viewers under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian

(age level may vary in some areas).

NC - No viewers under the age of 17 are permitted.

X - An obsolete rating that has now been replaced by NC-17. NR - No rating.

To lock movie programs:

1. Enable the V-Chip function, following the procedures

listed in the “Turning the V-Chip on” section.

2. Press the DOWN ( ) button to select “Film Blocking”,

then ENTER to activate the rating system.

The selected rating is highlighted in color.

3. Press the ENTER button to lock or unlock content

programs.

The first time you press the ENTER button, all ratings will be locked.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select the rating

you would like to adjust, then press the ENTER button to lock or unlock it.

5. Select more ratings to adjust if so desired.

6. Press the TV MENU button to exit the menu.

Locking TV Programs

The TV rating system is defined as follows:

Y - Suitable for all children. Y7 - Suitable for children age 7 and above. FV - Suitable for children age 7 and above, and some programs where fantasy violence may

be more intense or combative than others in this category. G - Suitable for all-age audiences. PG - Parental Guidance Suggested. The rating may be accompanied by one or more of the

following subratings:

D: Suggestive Dialogue / L: Mild coarse language / S: Mild sexual situations

V: Moderate Violence 14 - Parental Strongly Cautioned. Some programs categorized in this section may not be

suitable for children under the age of 14. The rating may be accompanied by one of the

following subratings:

D: Highly suggestive dialogue / L: Coarse language / S: Sexual situations

V: Intense violence MA - Suitable for mature audiences: L: Coarse language

To lock TV programs:

1. Enable the V-Chip function, following the procedures

listed in the “Turning the V-Chip on” section.

2. Press the DOWN ( ) button to select “TV Blocking”,

then ENTER to activate the rating system.

The selected rating is highlighted in color.

3. Press the ENTER button to lock or unlock content

programs.

The first time you press the ENTER button, all ratings will be locked.

4. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select the

rating you would like to adjust, then press the ENTER button to lock or unlock it.

5. Select more ratings to adjust if so desired.

6. Press the TV MENU button to exit the menu.

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CHAPTER 6

Using the Digital TV Features

The on-screen menu under DTV mode is for the use of digital TV programs exclusively. Various functions are included in the on-screen menu that let you adjust settings, and you can toggle through these functions by using the 4-way arrow buttons. This chapter explains each submenu in order, noting also functions that are accessed through the remote control.

Navigating the Menu

1. Press the DTV MENU button on the remote control

to activate the digital TV on-screen menu.

Each main menu heading opens a submenu of related items.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button on the remote

control to move left and right in the menus.

The selected menu item is highlighted.

3. Use the 4-way arrow buttons (

/ / / ) to select the item you wish to adjust. After the selected item is highlighted, press the ENTER button to confirm.

Some item settings are controlled simply by shifting slider bars, while others have two or more settings to choose from.

Once a user setting is selected, the setting takes effect on the screen immediately.

4. To leave a submenu and return to main menu, press the EXIT button on the remote control.

5. To exit the on-screen menu, press the DTV MENU button.

Setting Channels

The Channel menu allows you to perform auto or manual search of activated channels and lets you group activated channels into lists such as blocked or favorite channels.

To access channel settings:

1. Press the DTV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2 Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select “Channel”; a window appears prompting you to enter

a password.

3. Enter the default password “0000”, using the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control to enter the password.

If the password is entered correctly, the Channel menu appears on the screen at once.

4. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select the item you would like to adjust, then press the ENTER

button to access the submenu.

5. Press the EXIT button to exit the submenu, or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Channel menu:

Item Description

Edit Allows you set the activated digital TV channels as favorite or blocked channels.

By default, there are no memorized channels in the list of favorite or blocked channels, and the Edit function can be used to add desired TV channels to either list.

Auto Scan Scans for active digital TV channels automatically. For more details, refer to

Chapter 4 “Initial Setup for Digital TV (DTV): Scanning for Channels.”

Manual Scan Scans for active digital TV channels manually.

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Setting Up Your Favorite or Blocked Channels

The Edit function allows you to set up lists of favorite or blocked channels. Favorite mode lets you add or remove channels from the list of favorites, and Block mode allows you to bar a channel from viewing.

To set up your favorite or blocked channels:

1. Enable the Channel function, following the procedures listed in the “Setting Channels” section.

2. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select “Edit”, then

press ENTER.

3. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to highlight the

channel you wish to adjust.

4. Press the RIGHT ( ) button to highlight the “Block” or “Fav.” cell, then ENTER to confirm your choice.

Select “Block”; the selected channel is added to your list of blocked channels.

Select “Fav.”; the selected channel is added to your list of favorite channels.

5. Repeat Step 3 and 4 to set up more channels as desired.

6. Press the EXIT button to exit the submemu; a confirmation window pops up.

Using the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button, select “Yes” and press ENTER to save the changes; select “No” and press ENTER to cancel the adjustments you just made.

7. Press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

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Displaying Your Favorite Channels

After you finish setting up your favorite channels in the Edit Channel window, you can set up your favorite channels to be displayed.

To display your favorite channels:

1. Press the FAV button on the remote control.

A list of grouped channels shows on the screen as shown below.

2. Press the RIGHT (

) button to highlight “Fav 1”, and

then ENTER to confirm your choice.

You can toggle between “All” and “Fav1” by using the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button. Select “All” to display all

validated channels; select “Fav1” to display all favorite.

3. Press the EXIT button to exit the window.

The next time you watch digital TV programs and move through channels (by using the CH+ or CH- button), you will see the channels that have been set up in your favorite group.

If you wish to watch all validated channels, repeat steps 1 to 3, but choose “All” in step 2.

NOTE: When you watch a channel that has been previously blocked, no programming will appear on the screen. Instead, a warning message displays, saying “Channel is blocked.”

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Scanning Channels Manually

Aside from the auto-scan function, the LCD allows you to perform manual scanning if the digital TV channel you wish to see is not on the list of activated channels.

To scan the channel manually:

1. Enable the Channel function, following the procedures listed in the “Setting Channels” section.

2. Press the UP/DOWN ( / ) button to select “Manual Scan”, then press ENTER.

3. In the “Channel No” input column, enter the channel number you wish to watch, using the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control.

For example, if you wish to watch channel 45, enter “4” and then “5” in the input column, then press ENTER.

If the entered channel number is correct, the channel frequency will be shown on the right side of the input column.

4. Press the ENTER button to start scanning for the channel when you see the message “Press [ENTER] to add Channel” on the screen, and press ENTER again when “Add Channel” appears on the screen.

If the channel is found, you will see the message “Get NO. XXXX channel success”.

If the channel cannot be found, you will see the message “No channel No. XXXX”.

5. Repeat Steps 2 to 4 to scan all desired channels.

6. Press the EXIT button to exit the submenu, or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

Managing the Closed Caption

The Caption menu offers you more options to manage closed captions. This function works only when program providers afford the service.

To adjust the closed caption settings:

1. Press the DTV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2 Press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select “Caption”.

3. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select the item you would like to adjust, then press the ENTER

button to access the submenu. .

4. Press the UP/DOWN ( / ) button to select the option you desire. Then press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

5. Press the EXIT button to exit submenu or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Caption menu:

Item Description

Font Size Adjusts the character size of the closed caption. There are four options to choose

from, including Default, Small, Middle, and Large.

Font Style Chooses the character style of the closed caption. There are nine options to

choose from, including Default and Style 0 to Style 7.

Font Color Sets the color of both the closed caption and the text box. There are nine colors to

choose from.

• Background: Adjusts the background color of the text box in which the closed caption shows.

• Foreground: Adjusts the character color of the closed caption.

Font Opacity Adjusts the transparency level of both the closed caption and the text box,

through which images can be seen as the closed caption is displayed on the screen. There are four kinds of transparencies to choose from, including Default, Solid Fill, Translucent Fill, and Transparent Fill.

• Background: Adjusts the background transparency of the text box in which the closed caption appears.

• Foreground: Adjusts the character transparency of the closed caption.

Edge Style Chooses the edge style of the closed caption. There are seven options to

choose from.

Edge Color Sets the edge colors of the closed caption. There are eight options to choose from.

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Displaying Setup

The Setup menu allows you to adjust digital audio settings. In addition, it allows you to set the transparency level of the OSD, the time interval of the information plate, and the time zone where you are located.

To activate the Setup menu:

1. Press the DTV MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

2 Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select “Setup”.

3. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select the item you wish to adjust, then press the ENTER

button to access the submenu.

4. Press the UP/DOWN ( / ) button to select your desired option, then press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

5. Press the EXIT button to exit the submenu, or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

The following table describes each item in the Setup menu:

Item Description

Format Sets resolution formats for your screen.

Sound Sets the digital audio for your LCD. There are two standards to choose from:

• PCM: Supports Pulse-code Modulation, a standard form for digital audio used in computers and CDs.

• Dolby Digital: Supports the AC-3 standard and offers 5.1 channel audio source.

Opacity Sets the transparency level of the OSD, through which images can be seen as the

OSD is displayed on the screen.

I-Plate Defines how long the Information Plate remains on the screen when no action is

taken. It can be turned off or set from 2-6 seconds.

Time Zone Sets the time zone (including daylight savings time).

About Supplies information about the software and hardware used in your LCD.

Setting the Time Zone

The Time Zone function sets the time and location where you are situated and displays the information in the Information Plate. Time zones are U.S.-based, with options included for turning Daylight Savings time on or off.

To set the time zone, follow the steps below:

1. Enable the Setup function, following the procedures

listed in the “Displaying Setup” section.

2. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select “Time Zone”, then press the ENTER button to access the submenu.

3. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to choose “AREA” or “Daylight Saving”.

Choose “Area”, and then press the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to select the time zone.

Choose “Daylight Saving”, and then press the LEFT/ RIGHT (

/ ) button to turn Daylight Saving on

or off.

4. Press the EXIT button to exit the submenu, or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

NOTE:

1. The designs of the time zone and daylight saving is based on those used in the United States and Canada. Other regions may not apply to these designs.

2. There are four time zone to choose: Eastern, Central, Mountain and Pacific.

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Using the Lock

Just like the providers of analog TV signals, providers of digital signals also use the MPAA and USTV (FCC) Parental Ratings to categorize their programs. The Lock setting in digital TV mode offers the same functions as the V-Chip does in TV mode, as well as allowing you to reset the password for the “Channel” layer. Similarly, users must enter the password to change Lock settings; the default password is 0000. Use the default password to access Lock settings for the first time, then to change settings in subsequent times.

Turning the Lock On

1. Press the DTV MENU button.

2. Press the LEFT/RIGHT (

/ ) button to select “Lock”; a password-enter window will show on the display.

3. Enter the 4-digit password “0000” for the default value, using the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control. The entered password is displayed as a series of X's.

4. If the entered password is correct, the Lock controls appear on the screen. You are then ready to adjust the settings for TV and movie ratings.

Changing the Password

The Password feature allows you to change the current password to a new secret password to protect certain settings from being changed. Please note that this password applies to both “Channel” and “Lock” layers.

1. Enable the Lock function, following the procedures listed in the “Using the Lock” section.

2. Press the UP/DOWN ( / ) button to select “Password”, then ENTER to access the submenu.

3. Enter your new secret password, use the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control; then re-enter the numbers in the confirmation column.

Once the new password is entered, the LCD memorizes it immediately. Next time, when you wish to adjust items in Channel or Lock layer, you must use the new password.

4. Press the EXIT button to exit the submenu or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

Locking Programs

The Rating feature allows you to lock programs using MPAA or USTV (FCC) standards. Please refer to the section “Using the V-Chip Controls” in Chapter 5: Using the TV’s Features” for more information.

To lock programs:

1. Enable the Lock function, following the procedures listed in the “Using the Lock” section.

2. Press the DOWN ( ) button to select “Rating”, then ENTER to activate the rating system.

3. Press the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT (

/ / / ) button to select the rating you wish to adjust, then ENTER to lock or unlock content program.

4. Repeat the previous step for any other programs on which you wish to lock or adjust ratings.

5. Press the EXIT button to exit the submenu, or press the DTV MENU button to exit the on-screen menu.

Locking All Programs

In the Rating Control window, use the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to highlight “Block All”. Then, press the ENTER button to confirm your choice. You will see the symbol of locks appearing on both rating systems.

Unlocking All Programs

In the Rating Control window, use the LEFT/RIGHT ( / ) button to highlight “Unblock All”. Then, press the ENTER button to confirm. You will see the symbol of locks disappearing from the display.

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Getting More Information about Programs

You can get more detailed information about the digital TV program you are watching by using the INFO or GUIDE function button on the remote control.

Using the GUIDE

The GUIDE function displays a list of memorized channels, along with information on what programs are being shown.

1. Press the GUIDE button on the remote control to display the guiding page.

Using the INFO

The INFO function provides you with information about the program you are watching, such as the channel number, the program’s title, the program’s starting and ending time, and so on. The LCD offers you two levels of information.

1. Press the INFO button on the remote control to display the first level of INFO.

2. Press the INFO button again to display the second level of INFO.

3. Press the EXIT button to exit the info window.

2. Press the UP/DOWN (

/ ) button to select the channel

you wish to watch.

The selected channel will be highlighted.

Then, press the RIGHT (

) button to move the cursor

to the list of programs.

3. Press the UP/DOWN ( / ) button to toggle through the list of programs.

The selected program will be highlighted.

Press the LEFT (

) button to move back to the list of

channels.

4. Repeat Step 2-3 to check the channels and programs you wish to check.

5. Press the EXIT button to exit the window if done.

APPENDIX

Programming Your Remote Control

The remote control that comes with your LCD is also a universal remote control. This lets you control your LCD and the external devices connected to it, such as a VCR, DVD player, cable box receiver, and satellite receiver.

How to Program Your Remote Control

There are two ways to program your remote control to control your devices: Through Auto Research, and through manual code-entering.

Auto Research

Your remote control is able to distinguish the devices of different brands through its auto research button. To start the auto research function, follow the steps below:

1. Turn on the power of the device that you would use; e.g., your VCR.

2. Press and hold the device button (VCR, DVD, or CBL/SAT) corresponding to the device you wish to set up on the remote control.

The LED light start flashing (On, Off, and On) after the device button is pressed.

3. Release the device button.

The LED light start flashing again, indicating that the remote control is starting the automatic device search.

4. If your device has been found by the remote control, your device will be turned off automatically. Turn on the device again immediately, press any button on the remote control, and then your remote control will be set up as the remote control for your device.

5. If your device cannot be found by the remote control automatically, refer to the next section for setting up the remote control manually.

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Manual Setup

1. Turn to the list of "Manufacturing Codes of Devices" on the next few pages, and find the 3digit code representing the manufacturer of your device.

Please note that if more than one code number is listed, use the number listed first.

2. Turn on the power of the device that you would use; e.g., your VCR.

3. Press and hold the device button (VCR, DVD, or CBL/SAT) corresponding to the device you wish to set up on the remote control.

4. Hold on the device button and enter the 3-digit code for the device, using the number buttons (0-9) on the remote control.

For example, to enter the code 001 for a Sony VCR, press the VCR button and then 0, 0, 1.

5. Release the device button after entering the code.

6. Turn off the power of the device, and then press the PWR2 (Green) button to test if you are able to turn on your device. If you cannot turn on your device, repeat Step 2 to Step 6 again.

NOTE:

• Your remote control memorize codes as they were entered at the most recent occasion. If you wish to set up the remote control for other devices, you will need to repeat the steps described above in the Manual Setup Section.

• By pressing the TV button on the remote control, you can set up the remote control to return to the default TV mode.

• The PWR1 (Red) button can be used only to turn your LCD on and off. Even when your remote control has been set up as the remote control for other devices, you can still use the PWR1 (Red) button to turn your LCD on and off.

• The PWR2 (Green) button can be used to turn other devices on and off, depending on how you program

Manufacturing Codes of Devices

A. Supported Cable Receivers

Brand Code

AEON 015 Allegro 001,051,053 Antronix 067 Archer 001,067 Asiasat 029 Belcor 068 Bestlink 028 Cable star 068 Cabletenna 067 Cableview 067 Century 001,054 Citizen 000,001 Drake 044 Eastem 107 Electronics 009 Ensing 024 Esatern 011,012,014 Firsta Cyp 013 Fisher 02 4 Fuliness Firsta 013 Funai 001,020 Garrard 001 GC Electronics 068 GE 009 Gemini 006,007,008 General Instrunment 006,031,038,057,072 GI/Tocom 099 Hamilin 029,032,056,066 Hwalin 027 Inpohone 001,010 Jasco 000,001 Jebsee 009 Jerrold 003,004,009,033,034,035,

042,043,052,094,095 JVC 07 0 KoKa 0 15 Leon 007 Macom 038 Memorex 030,031,096 MS 010 NEC 071 Novaplex 054 NSC 058,059,060 Oak 020,023 Panasonic 018,030,031,037,069

096,103,104 Paragon 030,096 Philips 001,002,023,048,049 Pioneer 018,019,039,101,102 Popular Mechanics 009 Pulsar 03 0 PX 000,001,002,003,026 RCA 063 Regency 045,107 Rembrandt 001 Samsung 018 Scientific Atlanta 040,055,097,098,106,108 Skygiant 005 Skylite 000 Sony 01 3 Sprucer 037 Staragte 019 STS 083 Teec 010

Texscan 050,061 Tocom 041,042,046 Toshiba 030,031 Unika 001,067 Universal 001,051,067,068 Videoway 022 Viewstar 048,049,062 Walmart 009 Wiso 016,017 Zenith 003,021,022,030,031,036

044,047,064,065,100 Zentek 009 Elephant 025 Other 109

B. Supported Satellite Receivers

Brand Code

Aux Skyworth 090 Channel Master 073 Chaparral 076 Citoh 081 Drake 073 Eohostar 08 5 General Instrunment 074,086 Horne 08 4 IQ Prism 08 3 Janeil 080 Jerrold 086 Macom 073 Memorex 085 Panasonic 080 Primestar 086 RCA 088 Realistic 075 Sony 083,089 Star Trak 082,087 Toshiba 079 Uniden 075,077,078,084 US Electronics 08 7 Elephant 093 Others 091,092

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C. Supported VCR and DVD Players

Brand Code of VCR Code of DVD

Acer 031,032,077,

078,079 Action 062 Adelsound 00 4 Admiral 010 Adventura 026 Aiko 050 Aiwa 026,052,053,054, 060

056,057,067,079, 080,083,107

Akai 011,067,069,072,

073,100 Akiba 033 Akitan 091 Akura 067 Alba 011,030,050,083,

086,091,095,107 Align 099 Ambassador 011 American High 023,024 Amstrad 026,027,094,105 Anitech 033 Ansonic 00 4 ASA 023,065 Asha 029 Asuka 065 Audio Dynamics 042,071 Audioton 011 Audiovox 042,043,065 Baird 026,037,067,071,

088,100 Bang&Olufsen 111 Basic Line 011,030,033,050,

083 Beaumark 029 Bell&Howell 010,037,038 Bestar 011 Blaupunkt 033,087,106 Blusky 108 Bondstec 011 Brandt electronique 067,071,085,089,

092,093,109 Broksonic 018,047,049,050,

058,059,079 Bush 033,050,083,090,

095,107 California audio lab 046 Calix 065 Candle 042,065 Canon 02 4 Capehart 030 Carena 083 Carver 023 051,060 Ccatron 011 CCE 033,050 CGE 026,067 China 020,105 Chun Yun 084 016 Cimline 033,083 Citizen 024,026,029,050,

065 Clatronics 011,030 Colt 033 Combitech 107 Condor 011,030 Craig 029,033,039,065,

071 Crown 011,030,033,050 071

Curtis Mathes 024,032,066,071 Cybemex 02 9 Daewoo 003,011,030,031, 014,017,028

038,048,053,060,

080,081,113 Dansai 03 3 Daytron 030,048,050 DBX 042,071 De Graaf 020,068 Decca 026,023,067 Denon 031 063,064,085 Discmaster2 051 082 DKK 04 8 Domland 083 Dual 067,071 Dumont 003,029,042,082 Dynatech 02 6 Electrohome 013,029,052 Electrophonic 065 Emerex 000 Emerson 000,018,026,046,

049,050,053,058,

059,061,074,078,

079 Esc 011 Europhon 01 1 Ferguson 067,069,071,088,

092,093,109 Fidelity 026 Finlandia 010,020,021,026,

037 Finlux 018,020,023,026,

037,082 Firstline 003,007,013,020,

025,033,048,070,

083 Fisher 011,015,035,036, 041,056,072

038,041,056,072

068,075,041,056,

072 Flint 08 3 Frontech 011,030 Fujitsu 000,001,068,101,

102,103 Funai 024,026,027,029, 023

033 Funlandia 02 3 GAB 033 Garndin 033 Garrard 026,027 GBC 011 GEC 023 General Electric (GE) 011,024,029,032,

066 Genexxa 068 GO Video 029,062,063,064 103 Goldstar 016,018,024,030, 086

031,032,033,042,

043,050,064,065,

076 Goodmans 011,026,028,030,

033,050

065,083,090,096,

106 Gradiente 026 Graetz 067 Granada 010,024,068 Grandin 011,023,026,033,

065,090 Grundig 087,092,099,106 Hanimex 091,107

Supported VCR and DVD Players (cont.)

Brand Code of VCR Code of DVD

Harley Davidson 0 26 Harman/Kardon 026 07 5 Hantor 011 Hanseatic 083 Harvard 033 Harwood 033 Headquarter 038 Hinari 004,029,033,

067,070,083,

090,096,107 HI-Q 0 39 Hisawa 083 ,107 Hitachi 004,008,020,021,

026,028,051,052,

067,071,080,082 Hsinkn 045 Hsinlin 045 Hypson 08 3 Imperial 026 Infinity 02 6 Ingersol 004 Inno Hit 01 1 Inpohone 05 5 Instant Replay 024 Interfunk 023 Intervision 08 3 ITT 029,037,038,067,

068,071,100 ITV 011 J.C.Penney 0 24 Jensen 0 05,071 JVC 005,006,007,019, 006,012,054

025,030,066,067,

071,089,101,104 Kaisui 033 KEC 033 Kendo 06 9,100 Kenwood 005,006,042,067, 015,055,056

071,086 057,058,059,

072 KLH 03 3 Kloss 03 3 Kneissel 08 3,107 Konka 024 ,065 Krell 060 Lakey 022 Leyco 070 LG 024 LinJaun 089 Lioyd’s 026,033,042,053,

061 Loewe Opta 004,082 Logik 004,033,083,100 Luxman 033 Luxor 028,037,038,052,

068,100 LXI 026,065 Magnavox 022,023,024,026, 049,061,062,

` 031,076,106 076 Magnin 029 Manesth 0 83 Marantz 023,024,031,042, 046,060

083,091 Marta 065 Mastsushita 023,024 Matsui 004,018,053,061,

070,083,086,091,

105,107

MCS 04 6 Medion 083 ,0 97 MEG 008,052 MEI 0 24 Memorex 010,022,024,026,

029,037,038,039,

065,068 Metz 0 24, 08 7 MGA 0 07 MGN Technology 029 Minerva 087 Minolta 020 Mission 06 0 Mitsubishi 006,007,008,009, 007,076

019,030,045,046,

058,098 Montgomery 02 9, 055 Montgomery Ward 010,024,026,029,

032,055 Motorola 010,024 MTC 026,029 Multitech 011,026,033 NAD 048,069,070 Nakamichi 051 NEC 005,006,019,030, 028,081,094,

042,043,044,067, 097

071,081,104 Neckermann 067 Nikkai 011 Nikko 012 Noblex 029 Nokia 029,037,067,068,

071,100 Nordmende 067,085,092,093,

110,112 NSM 06 0 Oceanic 067,068,100 Okano 083,097 Olympus 024 ONKYO 027 ,0 47 Optimus 010,037,065 011,047,050,

051,066 Optonica 0 28 Orion 004,018,047,049, 009,048

053,059,061,070, 074,083,091,095

096,097,107 Osume 0 90 Otake 095 Other 025,028,029,

030,031,032, 033,088,089, 090,091,097, 100,101,102,

106 Palladium 004,067,083 Panasonic 014,015,016,017, 009,025,042,

024,034,047,078 044,046,065,

092 Pantiac 113 081,084 Pathe Cinema 004 Pathe Marconi 067 Penney 024,029,030,042,

065 Pentax 020 Perdio 08 3 Philco 024 Philips 008,022,023,024, 008,049,060,

072,077,078,084 061,062,080,

084

42" LCD TV

Brand Code of VCR Code of DVD

Pilot 06 2,0 65 Pioneer 027,083,084 011,013,016,

038,041,042, 050,065,066,

095 Prinz 07 0 Pro Scan 032,055,060 032 Prosonic 0 83 Proline 02 6,090 Protec 03 3 Protland 011,033,048 Pulsar 022,029,050 QED 060 Quarter 038 Quartz 03 8 Quasar 0 15,024 046 Radio Shack 010,013,024,026 055,065 Radix 0 65 Randex 065 RCA 010,020,024,029, 017,029,030,

032,055,060,066, 073,074 076,077

Realistic 010,012,024,026, 051

029,037,038,039,

065,074 Remote Controller 081 REX 067 RFT 011,106 Ricoh 002,024,059,101 Roadstar 104 Rotel 060 Runco 022 Saba 067,085,089,092,

093,110 SAE 060 Salora 068,083,100 Sampo 010,013,018,061 010,026,087 Sam sung 003,005,029,033, 018,034

082,108 Samurai 01 1 Sanky 008, 010 Sansui 005,033,069,067, 060

071,100 Sanwa 004 Sanyo 036,037,038,039, 019,043,051,

040,041,068,070 082,083 Sast 107 Saville 107 Schaub Lorenz 067, 100 Scott 003,007,047,049,

059,078 Sears 020,024,032,035,

037,038,039,064,

065 SEI 004,023 Seleco 011,067 Sentra 011 ,09 0 Sharp 010,011,012,013, 005,039,040,

034,035,115 044,055 Shinco 096 Shintom 026,029,033 Shogun 02 9 Shorai 004,0 70 Siemens 084,087,099 Signature2000 010,012,024,032,

055 Singer 029,033,064 Skyworth 021

Sinudyne 004 Solovox 01 1 Sony 000,001,002,048, 000,001,002

100,101 035,036,037,

038,039,045, 048,052,053,

093 STS 020 Sunkai 083,091,097 Sunley 088 Sylvania 023,024 062 Symphonic 026 Taisho 004,070,083 Tashiko 064 Tatung 003,005,006,026, 004

067,069,071,072,

083 Teac 026,071,104 067 TEC 01 1 Technics 0 24 044,046 TECO 010,018,025 035,098 Teknika 024,026,064,102 Teleavia 067,085 Telefunken 067,085,092,093,

109,110 Tensai 004 Thomson 067,089,092,093, 032

109,110,112 Thorn 067 TingTean 036,109 TMK 029,053,061 Tokai 067 Toshiba 003,004,067,073, 003,033,070

075,106,114 Totevision 024,065 Triumph 053,061 TVA 011 Unitech 02 9 Universum 087,094,097,100 Vector 003,005,006 Vector Research 042,052 Viaeosonic 026,029,033 Victor 054 Video 04 6 020 Videotronic 0 24 Vniversum 083 Wards 010,024,026,029,

032,033,039,055,

066,076 XR-1000 024,026,029,033 Yamaha 04 2 Yoko 011 Zenith 001,002,005,022,

028,101

Care and Maintenance

Read and follow these instructions to keep your LCD in good condition.

Placement

• Do not place the LCD on uneven or unstable surfaces.

• Avoid extremes of hot and cold; humidity and dust.

• If the LCD is moved rapidly from cold to hot environments, disconnect power and allow two hours for any condensation to dry.

• Keep the LCD at a distance from appliances that create magnetic fields.

• Do not block ventilation openings.

• Do not place liquids on or near the LCD.

• Arrange the power cord neatly. Knotting or bending with other cords may pose a fire hazard.

Cleaning

• Do not open the LCD or touch the parts inside.

• Use a soft cloth, tissue, or lint-free cloth to clean the LCD body.

• Use a soft eyeglass tissue/cloth or lint-free damp cloth to remove stains (e.g. dust, fingerprints) from the glass surface of the LCD unit. Never use synthetic cleaning solutions or detergents containing ammonia (e.g. Windex).

• Do not use water, petroleum, wax, paint thinner, chemicals (e.g. benzene, ammonia), synthetic cleaning solutions, or other solvents to clean any part of the LCD unit, as this may damage the LCD body and glass surface.

• Do not rub the screen forcefully or apply excessive pressure to it to avoid scratching the glass surface.

42" LCD TV

Troubleshooting

Below are some possible solutions to problems that you may encounter while using the LCD. After trying these possible solutions, contact your dealer or service representative if you are still unable to resolve the problem.

1. No Power

Solution: • Make sure the LCD is connected correctly.

• Check the power cord connection.

• Press the PWR1 (Red) button on the remote control or the POWER ( ) button on the LCD unit to turn on the LCD.

2. Remote control unit does not function

Solution: • Check that the batteries are inserted, using the correct polarity.

• Ensure that the batteries are not worn out. If necessary, replace with new batteries.

• Ensure that the remote control is the correct device mode. If the remote control is in TV mode, the LED indicator will flash in red when you press any buttons on the remote control. If the LED indicator flashes in green, the remote control has been set up for other devices. Press the TV button to return to the default TV setting.

• Strong or fluorescent lighting may interfere with remote control operation. Operate away from such sources.

3. No picture

Solution: • Check connections.

• Ensure that the correct input is selected.

• Ensure that cable signals are good and that cable connections are secure.

• Ensure that the LCD is set to the proper standard for your region.

4. Picture is not clear, or display has flurries

Solution: Ensure that cable signals are good and that cable connections are secure.

5. Picture is too light or too dark

Solution: Check brightness and contrast settings.

6. Picture is too large or too small

Solution: Check aspect ratio settings.

7. No sound

Solution: • Check connections for the speakers.

• Check the buttons and settings for Volume and for Mute.

• Check that the audio cable is connected properly when other devices are attached.

8. Incorrect color

Solution: • Check color saturation and color temperature settings.

9. Power suddenly turns off

Solution: • Check if the sleep timer in the Setup menu is set.

• Check the power cord connection.

• The internal temperature of the LCD unit may have become too high. Turn off the LCD and allow it to cool.

10. Unable to view some channels

Solution: • Check if the channel list setting is in Valid mode.

• Check if some channels have been removed from the list of available channels. If so, use the on-screen menu to scan for available channels.

11. A black box appears on the screen

Solution: Closed captions may be set to one of the text modes. Turn closed captions off.

12. No stereo or SAP sound is coming from a known MTS broadcast

Solution: Set MTS to Stereo or SAP.

13. Unable to enter a channel number over 100 in TV mode

Solution: Press the ANT/CBL button on the remote control or use the on-screen menu to set TV input source from Antenna to Cable; or retrieve the default settings by using the on-screen menu.

42" LCD TV

Specifications

Model Type ML42C1H Screen Size 42” diagonal Display Color 16.78 million colors Resolution 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) pixels Dot Pitch 0.1615 (H) x 0.4845 (V) Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness 500 cd/m² (Typical) Contrast Ratio 1200:1 (Typical) Viewing Angle 176° Video System SDTV/EDTV/HDTV

480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p

Color System NTSC, PAL, SECAM (The color system of the model equipped

depends on the LCD configuration that you purchased.) PC VGA Support VGA/SVGA/XGA/SXGA Power Source AC 100V to 240V; 50/60Hz Power Consumption 275 Watts (Operation mode) Dimensions (H x W x D) 31.6” x 42” x 3.86” (802 x 1067 x 98 mm) with speakers and

stand Net Weight 79.3 lbs. (36 kg) with speakers and stand Panel Life About 50,000 hours Environment Operating Temperature: 50° F to 104° F (10° C to 40° C)

Relative Humidity: 20% to 85% Audio Power 10 W x 2 EMI & Regulatory Compliance FCC, CE Electrical Safety ETL, CB Built-in Speakers Yes Wall-mount Bracket Yes (Optional)

Inputs

Antenna (Analog) x1 Antenna (Digital) x1 VGA (D-Sub 15-pin) x1 HDMI x1 Composite Video x 2 S-Video x2 Component (YPbPr) x1 (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i) Audio L/R (RCA) x3 (Video, S-Video, Component) VGA Audio x1

Outputs

Composite Video x 1 Audio L/R (RCA) x1 Speakers 10 W x 2 (8-ohm) max. Audio (Digital) x 1

Important:

Specifications, on-screen menus, hardware bundles, and accessories are subject to change without notice. Not responsible for typographic errors.

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