Mitsubishi CS-31505, CS-32507, CS-35505 Owner's Manual
,_ MITSUBISHI
TV
Owner's
Guide
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert _he user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in tlhe
literature accompanying the appliance.
"Warning:
Don't leave stationary images, such as those generated from stock
market reports, video games, station ]ogos, or TV displays,
on-screen for more than 10 minutes. Still patterns such as these
can scar the TV, causing permanent damage to the picture tube.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS UNIT'S (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER'S ATTENTION
TO ARTICLE 820-40 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPEP
GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE
CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE
POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.
_ MITSUBISHI OWNER'S GUIDE
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards ................................................................ 3
Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi ............................................. 5
Summary of Special Features ............................................ 6
Unpacking Your TV ............................................................ 7
What's in Each Chapter ....................................................... 8
Some Conventions Used in this Guide .............................. 9
Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your TV .................................. 11
Overview of the Control Panel ........................................ 12
Overview of the Remote Control ....................................... 14
Getting ready to use the remote control ..................... 14
Remote control buttons and functions ........................ 16
Chapter 2: Connecting Your TV ............................................ 21
Overview of the Back Panel ............................................... 22
Basic Connections .............................................................. 24
TV + antenna or cable without a cable box ................ 25
TV + cable with a cable box ......................................... 27
TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas .................... 29
TV + VCR + antenna or cable without a cable box ..... 31
TV + VCR + cable with a cable box ............................ 34
TV + audio system ....................................................... 37
TV + Mitsubishi products that have
A/V Network terminals .......................................... 38
Chapter 3: Operating Your TV ................................................ 41
Getting Started .................................................................. 42
Adjusting the color purity (CS-35505 only) ............... 43
Using the remote control to operate cable boxes
or other brands of VCRs ........................................ 44
Turning the TV on/off ................................................... 48
Selecting the input source .......................................... 49
Changing channels ....................................................... 50
Understanding the on-screen menus ......................... 53
Setting the clock ............................................................ 54
Memorizing channels .................................................... 56
Adding and deleting channels .................................... 57
Setting the A/V Network ............................................. 58
Renaming the inputs ................................................... 59
Selecting the menu language ................................... 2.60
Using video mute ......................................................... 61
Choosing a menu display .............................................. 62
Adjusting the sound ....................................................... 63
Adjusting the picture ................................................... 65
Using the closed caption decoder ................................ 67
UsingtheAdvancedFeatures...........................................69
Settingthetimer...........................................................70
Usingtheparentallock................................................71
UsingtheSuperQnickViewTM tuning .......................... 75
Selecting an advanced PIP function ........................... 77
Chapter 4: Using the Special Features ................................ 79
Understanding the On-Screen Displays ......................... 80
Using the Off-Timer ........................................................... 81
Setting the off-timer .................................................... 82
Changing or canceling the off.-timer ........................... 83
Using the Advanced Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Modes ..... 84
Activating the PIP image ............................................. 85
Selecting the source of the PIP image ........................ 86
Selecting the PIP channel ............................................ 87
Exchanging the PIP image and the main image ....... 87
Moving the PIP image ................................................. 88
Swapping the sound between the two images ........... 89
Freezing the PIP image ................................................ 90
Using the Snap-shot f'eature ........................................ 91
Using the Replay feature ............................................... 92
Using the Active A/V Network Feature .......................... 93
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ................................................... 97
Caution and Care ............................................................. 100
Calling for Service ............................................................ 101
Appendix: Procedure for Bypassing the
Parental Lock ............................................................................ 103
Index .......................................................................................... 105
Warranty ....................................................... Inside Back Cover
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR TELEVISION SET AND
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
MtLRKED ON THE TV RECEIVER.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the appliance is operated.
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Warning:
Cleaning
Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to
clean your TV. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Cleaners may permanently damage your screen.
Attachment and Equipment
Never add any attachments and/or equipment
without approval of the manufacturer as such
additions may result in the risk of fire, electric shock
or other personal injury.
Water and Moisture
Do not use this TV receiver where contact with or
immersion in water is a possibility. Do not use near:
bath tubs, wash bowls, kitchen sinks, laundry tubs,
or swimming pools, etc.
8. Accessories
Do not place this TV receiver on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV receiver may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by
the manufacturer, or sold with the TV receiver. Any
mounting of the appliance should follow the manu-
facturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart
combination should be
moved _ith care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and
cart combination to
overturn.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the TV receiver and to protect it
from overheating. Do not block theses, openings
or allow them to be blocked by placing the TV
receiver on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. Nor should it be placed over a radiator
or heat register. If the TV receiver is to be
placed in a rack or bookcase, ensure that
there is adequate wml;ilation and that the
manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.
Power Sources
This TV receiver sb.ould be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supplied to yowr borne, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company.
Grounding or Polarization
This TV receiver is equipped with a polarized
alternating current line plug having one blade
wider thar_ the other. This plug will fit into the
power outlet only ene way. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing _he plug. If the plug shou:[d still fail to
fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention 1_ocords at plugs, conve-
nience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from _he appliaruce.
Lightning
For added protection for this TV receiver during
a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna
or cable system. Thb; will prevent damage to the
TV receiver due to lightning and power-line
surges.
14.PowerLines
Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbelocated
inthevicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorother
electriclightorpowercircuits,orwhereit canfall
intosuchpowerlinesorcircuits.Wheninstalling
anoutsideantennasystem,extremecareshould
betakentokeepfromtouchingsuchpowerlines
orcircuitsascontactwiththemmightbefatal.
15.Overloading
Donotoverloadwalloutletsandextensioncords
asthiscanresultinariskoffireorelectricshock.
16.ObjectandLiquidEntry
NeverpushobjectsofanykindintothisTV
receiverthroughopeningsastheymaytouch
dangerousvoltagepointsorshort-outpartsthat
couldresultinafireorelectricshock.Neverspill
liquidofanykindontheTVreceiver.
17.OutdoorAntennaGrounding
Ifanoutsideantennaorcablesystemisconnected
totheTVreceiver,besuretheantennaorcable
systemisgroundedsoastoprovidesomeprotec-
tionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuilt-upstatic
charges.
Section810oftheNationalElectricalCode,ANSI/
NFPANo.70-1984,providesinformationwith
respecttopropergroundingofthemastand
supportingstructure,groundingofthelead-in
wiretoanantennadischargeunit,sizeof
groundingconductors,locationofantennadis-
chargeunit,connectiontogroundingelectrodes,
andrequirementsforthegroundingelectrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
//_,.Ikl "_ /ANTENNA
/ ]'-'_ .,_ DISCHARGE UNIT
I EQUIPMENT'--_ I_ / _ J GROUNDING
_'_]_ CONDUCTORS
_._.i__-----_(NEC SECTION 810-21)
- ± _"_-GROUND CLAMPS
T_POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)
18. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this TV receiver
yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet
and refer servicing 1:oqualified ser,cice
personnel under !;he following conditions:
(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the TV receiver.
(c) Ifth_ TV receiw_r has been exposed to rain
or water.
(d) If the TV receiw_r does not operate normally
by fo!lowing the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions as an improper
adju,_tment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
TV receiver to i'_s normal operation.
(e) If the TV receiver has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
(f) When the TV receiver exhibits a distinct
change in performance -- this indicates a
need for service.
20. Replacement Parts
V_hen replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
TV receiver, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the TV
receiver is in safe operating condition.
I• Warning:
Do not leave stationary images, such as stock
market reports, videe games, station logos, or
the TV's displays, on-screen for more than 10
minutes. Still patterns such as these can scar
the TV, causing perm anent damage _o the
picture tube.
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PREFACE
Welcome to Mitsubishi
Congratulations on your purchase of this Mitsubishi TV. Your TV
is designed for superb viewing pleasure as well as continued
reliability.
To familiarize you with your TV and owner's guide, we suggest that
you read through the preface, which provides the following
important information:
Summary of Special Features,
Unpacking Your TV
What's in Each Chapter
Some Conventions Used in This Guide
Mitsubishi has strived to create your TV so that it will bring you
years of viewing enjoyment. Similarly, your owner's guide is
designed with a "user friendly" philosophy that will help you take
advantage of all of your equipment's features.
Once again, thank you for selecting our product and welcome to
Mitsubishi!
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€ Summary of Special Features
Your top rated Mitsubishi TV delivers:
• 181-Channel Capacity--- programs up to 181 channels,
ensuring your continued viewing pleasure as cable services
continue to expand.
• Two-Speaker Sound System --- a special speaker system that
produces clear stereo sound.
• Expanded Sound Capability --- allows you to connect the TV
to an external audio system for enhanced listening pleasure.
In addition to the standard features found on most advanced TVs,
Mitsubishi is proud to offer the tbllowing distinctive features:
Remote Control with TV/VCR/CABLE Function --- uses a
single remote control transmitter to operate the television,
certain Mitsubishi VCRs, and also some VCRs and cable boxes
of other manufacturers.
• On-Screen Displays .... appear whenever you adjust your TV,
showing you the status of your TWs various functions.
• On-Screen Menu --- simplifies the television's features with
easy-to-follow instructions.
Closed Caption Decoder --- decodes hidden text :information
included with TV programs and displays the text on-screen.
Extended Data Services --- (also known as "X_DS,") allows
broadcasters to supply you with the channel information,
program information, and tile time of day. You can display this
information on-screen.
• Two-Tuner Picture-in-Picture Mode --- allows you to view
two different live pictures at the same time, without connecting
any other components.
• Active A/V Network .... allows you to perform many of the
commonly used features of your system at the press of just one
button.
Each of these features will[ be explained in more detail in
Chapter 3, "Operating Your TV," and Chapter 4, "Using the
Special Features."
6 Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi
Unpacking Your TV
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What you will find
As you unpack your new TV, please check to be sure that along
with the TV, the following items are included:
• an owner's guide containing a warranty,
• a registration card,
• a remote control transmitter,
• a set of two AA size batteries ibr the remote control, and
• an A/V network cable.
A.few suggestions
Before you hook up your new TV, please take a few minutes to:
q[]} Complete the registration card. The regdstration card asks for
the TV's serial number, which you will find on the back of the
unit.
Keep the box and packing materials for future use.
File your sales receipt.
0 Place the TV on a stable surface with suffmient lighting to do
the hook-up.
Unpacking Your TV 7
What's in Each Chapter
Here's what you will find in this owner's guide::
Chapter 1, "Getting to Know Your TV," introduces you to the
location and functions of the buttons and co:atrols of your' TV.
Chapter 2, "Connecting Your TV," explains how to connect a
VCR, antenna, decoder and other equipment to your TV.
Chapter 3, "Operating Your TV," provides the step-by-step
instructions you need in order to use your TV.
Chapter 4, "Using the Special Features," explains how to use
the special features of the TV.
Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," summarizes the problems
you may have along with the suggestions for remedying these
problems•
The appendix explains a procedure for bypassing the parental lock.
You will also find a detailed index at the back of the book.
8 Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi
Some Conventions Used in this Guide
Mitsubishi has gone to great effort to provide users with an easy-to-
follow, useful owner's guide. You will find that different types of
information are treated in different ways.
Users should read information labeled Important and i_formation
that is boxed and labeled Warning. The owner's guide uses these
terms sparingly, and you should carefully read all information
highlighted in this manner.
[main topic or task I
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]_ Important:
I list of related topics or tasks }
/
+ Basle Connections
_- + _te_j or _bLe ,_,hout • d_oder _z
related topics or tasks }
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This cue indicates information
critical to the operation of your
new TV,
This cue alerts you to
information describing
dangerous situations that could
ruin your equipment or cause
electrical shock•
The step-by-step instructions
on how to accomplish a
particular task are signaled
by w:_ite numbers on a black
backi_ound.
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A CHAPTER ONE
Getting to Know Your TV
Now that you have unpacked your TV, read through the safety
information, and glanced at the overview explaining how this
owner's guide is organized, it's time to become familiar with the
buttons and controls you will be using when you operate the TV.
This chapter will introduce the range of options available when
using the buttons on the remote control or on the TV's conLrol
panel. It also offers some general guidelines for using the remote
control.
Most functions can be controlled by using either the control panel
or the remote control, but certain specialized functions require the
use of one or the other. This chapter, which will familiarize you
with the full range of button fl_nctions, contains the following
sections:
0 Overview of the Control Panel
0 Overview of the Remote Control
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Overview of the Control Panel
CS-31505 and CS-32507
The control panel is
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CS-35505
Press here to operate
the control panel.
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power/program timer indicator
This indicator lights up in green when you turn the TV on; it
lights up in red when the timer is set and the TV's power is off;
it lights in orange if the timer is set and the TV's power is on.
power button (POWER)
Use to turn the TV on or off. When you turn the TV on, the
power indicator will light in green.
A/V reset button (AN RESET)
Press to reset all audio and video functions to their normal
level or setting except for volume, the "Listen to:" function
(Stereo/SAP/Mono), speaker (on/off), and closed captioning.
volume controls (VOLUME}
Press the A button to turn up the volume and the • button to
turn down the volume.
channel controls (CHANNEL)
Use the • button to switch to a channel with a higher number
and the • button to switch to a channel with a lower' number.
input button (INPUT)
Use to select the input source you wish to watch:
• Antenna A,
• Antenna B, or
• Input 1, or 2.
degauss button (DEGAUSS)
Use this button to correct color impurity.
color purity adjustment switches (C8-35505 only)
Set these switches according to the p_acement and position of
your TV. (See the section "Adjusting the Color Purity", in
Chapter 3 .)
Overview of the Control Panel 13
Overview of the Remote Control
Getting ready to use the remote control
installing the batteries
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Take the box containing four AA size batteries from the
packing bag.
Remove the back cover of the remote control by pushing the tab
in the direction of the arrow and lifti:ag off the cover.
Load the batteries as indicated in the illustration, making sure
that they are positioned correctly (+ 1_o+, and - to - ).
0 Replace the back cover of the remote control.
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some do's and don'ts
To ensure that your remote control will continue working properly,
follow these guidelines:
• Don't press two or more buttons at the, same time, unless you
are specifically instructed to do so in thi,_ owner's guide.
• Don't allow the remote control to get wet or become heated.
• Avoid dropping the remote control on a hard surface.
• When cleaning the remote control, don't use any harsh
chemicals. Use only a soft, slightly moistened cloth.
general instructions
When using the remote control to operate tile TV, VCR or cable box,
follow these procedures:
O Be within 20 feet of the desired equipment.
Point the tip of the remote control toward the equipment.
Press the appropriate button or sequence of buttons.
guidelines for using batteries
• Don't use a new battery with an old one.
• Don't heat, take apart, or throw batte_es into a fire.
Overview of the Remote Control 15
Remote control buttons and functions
This section provides you witlh an overview of the remote control's
buttons and the features that they control.
This section does not provide detailed explanations on the use of
these buttons. To determine which buttons are used with a
particular feature, refer to the instructions :for that feature.
Tile instructions for individual features are found in Chapter 3,
"Operating Your TV," and Chapter 4, "Using the Special Features."
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@select buttons
"Yourremote control has four layers: the
TV layer, the VCR-A layer, the VCR-B
layer, and the CABLE layer. You can set
up each of these layers to operate a
different piece of equipment. Use the four
buttons across the top of the remote to
select the layer you want to set up or use.
@ VCR buttons
Use these buttons to control most
Mitsubishi VCRs. They can also be set up
to control other brands of VCRs. The
PLAY button is also used with the Active
A/V Network Feature (see page 93).
@ power button (POWER)
Use to turn the TV on or off. When you
turn the TV on, the power indicator will
light in green.
@ mute control (MUTE)
Use to turn the sound off completely or to
restore it to its original volume.
(5_SuperQuickView button TM (SQV)
Press to view channels you have
programmed into super quick view
memory.
(_ QuickView button TM (QV)
Press this button to instantly switch to the
channel that you designated as the "quick
o view" channel. If you are already viewing
the quick view channel, you will switch to
the last channel you were viewing.
€_lvolume control (VOLUME)
Press the top part of the button to turn up
the volume; press the bottom part of the
button to turn down the volume.
@ input button (INPUT)
Use to select the i_put source yo_:twish to
watch:
• Antenna A,
• Antenna B, or
• Input 1, or 2.
@ channel control (CHANNEL)
Press the top part of the button to change
to a channel with a higher number; press
the bottom part tc change to a channel
with a lower number.
enter button (ENTER)
Use this button aider selecting a .channel
number or after selecting an item from the
on-screen menu system. You can also use
this button when operating the
picture-in-picture mode.
_)ADJUST buttons (A, V,a, • )
After selecting an audio or video function,
use t!hese buttons to adjust the fimction.
These buttons cart be used to:
turn the function on or off (e.g., video
noise reduction),
- increase or decrease the function (e.g.,
color),
shift from one end of a scale to the other
(e.g., balance), or
select a position (e.g., stereo).
You will also use these with the picture-in-
picture mode and tc, select items in the
menu system.
(_)cancel button (C_d_ICEL)
This button is used to cancel a channel
number, to clear a channel programmed
into super quick view memory, and to clear
the settings of some on-screen menus.
@ menu button (MENU)
Use this button to display the on-screen
menu syssem, which gives you access to the
TVs features.
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Remote control buttons and functions (cont.)
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@ audio and video controls
Use these buttons to select the audio and
video functions you want to adjust.
Repeatedly press the AUDIO button or
VIDEO button to select one of the
flmctions listed below.
• audio function button (AUDIO)
stereo!SAP/mono
- bass
- treble
- balance
- surround off/simulate/hall
speaker on/off
• video function button (VIDEO)
- tint
- color
- contrast
- brightness
- sharpness
- color temperature high/middle/low
- closed captioning
@ quick program button
(QUICK PROGRAM)
Use this button to easily program a
Mitsubishi VCR connected to your TV via
the Active A/V Network. When you press
this button, your TV will switch to Input-l,
your VCR will turn on, and the VCR's
";Program to record" menu will appear.
When you are finished programming your
. VCR, press this button again; your VCR
will turn off, and your TV will return to its
previous position.
]ifyou press this button while the TV is
locked, or while using the television's
menus, then the VCR wi]l turn on, but the
TV will not switch inputs.
Important:
To use this feature, you must have
connected a Mitsubishi VCR with Active
.._gVNetwork to your TV with an A/V
Network cable.
@ display button (DISPLAY)
Use to view an on-screen summary of the
current TV settings for TV or cable
functions, and the display related 1:o
Extended Data Services (XDS).
@ home button (HOME)
Press to return to regular TV viewing from
the on.-screen menus, to turn off the
on-screen displays, and _o cancel closed
captioning.
@ off-timer button (OFF-T)
Use to program the TV to turn off
automatically at a later time.
@ picture-in-picture controls
Use to control the special picture-in-picture
(PIP) t_nction.
• PIP button (PIP) -- Press to turn on
the reduced PIP image, to change its
size, or to cancel it. The button iis also
used with the Active AN Network
Feature Isee page 93).
• channel button (CHANNEL) -- Press
to change the channe:[ of the reduced PIP
image.
* source button (SOURCE) -- Press
repeatedly to change the source of the
reduced :PIPimage between the
antennas and the external inputs.
• pause button (PAUSE) -- Press to
freeze the reduced PIP image, to return
to a "live" image, and to use the:
Snap-shot and Replay functions.
• swap button (SWAP) -- Press to
"swap" the audio from the mail_Limage
with the audio from the PIP image.
• enter button (ENTER) -- Press to
exchange the so arces of the PIP image
and the :main image.
• adjust buttons (_L, Y,a, b ) -- Press to
move the PIP image on-screen.
@ number buttons (0-9)
Use to select a channel number and to
enter a parental lock code.
Overview of the Remote Control
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_ CHAPTER TWO
Connecting Your TV
This chapter offers step-by-step instructions ]!or completing the
most common hook-ups. It contains the following sections:
Overview of the Back Panel
Basic Connections
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t Overview of the Back Panel
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antenna terminals (ANT-A, ANT-B)
Use to connect VHF/UHF antennas or your cable system to
your TV.
video monitor output (yellow) terminal
Use to transmit the standard video from the TV to a VCR,
Video Copy Processor, etc.
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Important:
(_) audio monitor output (red and white) terminals
Use to transmit the TY's audio signal to an audio amplifier.
(_) S-video input terminals
Use to receive an S-video signal from a VCR, camcorder, or
laserdisc player with an S-video output.
If you make a connection to the S-video input terminal, the
standard video input terminal cannot be used.
(_) video input (yellow) termin;lls
Use to receive the video signal from a standard VCR or
another component.
(_) Active AN Network terminal
Use to connect Mitsubishi products that have A/V network
terminals.
(_) audio input (red and white) terminals
Use to receive the audio signal from a VCR or other
equipment.
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Basic Connections
This section explains the basic connections you will need to make
between your TV, antennas, and VCR. You will see there are
different connections shown depending upon whether you have a
decoder box and the type of antenna :7oll are using. Choose the type
of connection for the equipment you have.
This section explains:
• TV + antenna or cable without a cable box,
• TV + cable with a cable box,
• TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas,
• TV + VCR + antenna or cable without a cable box,
• TV + VCR + cable with a cable box,
• TV + audio system, and
• TV + Mitsubishi products that have AN Network
terminals.
_Warning: ]You should unplug your TV and any other components before
Iconnecting them.
To complete the connections listed here, you may need to purchase
additional accessories, such as cables, adaptors, or splitters. These
accessories are sold by electronics stores, your Mitsubishi dealer,
and many places that sell ArV equipment.
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TV + antenna or cable without a cable box
(For Two Tuner PIP Operations)
equipment you will need
• one two way splitter
(not included with the TV), and
• two 75 ohm coaxial cables
If your antenna has two leads
(called fiat twin leads), you 'will
also need:
• one 75-300 ohm transformer.
connecting an antenna with fiat twin leads
0 Use a screwdriver to connect the leads to the transfbrmer.
(proceed to step 1 of connecting a cable below.)
connecting a cable
O Push or screw the end of the cable onto the IN terminal of the
two way splitter.
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Connect one end of one of the additional length of coaxial cable
to one of the OUT terminals of the two way splitter. Connect
the other end of this length of coaxial cable to the ANT A
terminal of the TV.
Connec_ one of the other additional length of coaxial cable to
the other OUT terminals of the two way splitter. Connect the
other end of this coaxial cable to ANT-B terminal of the TV.
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TV + antenna or cable without a cable box
(For Two Tuner PIP Operations) (cont.)
Dlmportant: If you do not wish to use Two-Tuner PI:P, then you do nat need the
two way spiltter or extra lengths of cable, Simply connect the in
coming antenna or cable directly to Antenna A.
-_ 75-ohm
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.... Flat Twin Leads
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Transforme_
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TV + cable with a cable box
equipment you will need
Use this hook-up if you need cable box to descramble some of your
cable signals. When you complete this hook-up, you should set up
your remote control to operate your cable box (see page 471!.
To complete the hook-up, you will need:
• one two way splitter, and
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tOUT OUTJ
• three 75 ohm coaxial cables.
procedure
(Please see illustration on the following page.)
O Connect your cable system's incoming cable to the IN terminal
on the two way splitter.
O Connect a coaxial cable to one of the OUT terminals on the
splitter; connect the other end of this cable to the ANT-A
terminal on the back of the r_,.
Connect the second coaxial cable to the ,second OUT 1;erminal
on the splitter; connect the other end of this cable to the IN
terminal on the cable box.
Connect the third coaxial cable to the OUT terminal on the
back of the cable box; connect the other end of this cable to the
ANT-B terminal on the back of the TV.
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TV + cable with a cable box (conlt.)
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TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas
(For Two Tuner PIP Operations)
equipment you will need
standard combiner.
You will also need:
If UHF and VItF signals are brought into your home with two
separate antennas, you will need to combine the antennas to
connect them to the TV. To do this you will need a UHF/VHF
combiner. (There are differen5 combiners tbr different kinds of
leads. Check with your local electronics store for the kind of com-
biner you need.)
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1 two way splitter.
• 2 lengths of coaxial cable
To connect separate UHF and VHF antennas to your television:
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Connect the UHF and VHF antenna leads to the appropriate
terminals on the UHF/VHF combiner.
Connect the combiner to the IN terminal of the two way split-
ter.
Connect one end of one of' the additional length of coaxial cable
one of the OUT terminals of the two way splitter. Connect the
other end of this length of coaxial cable to the ANT-A terminal
of the TV.
Connect one of the other additional length of coaxial ,:able to
the other OUT terminals of the two way' splitter. Connect the
other end of this coaxial cable to ANT-B terminal of the TV.
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TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas
(For Two Tuner PIP Operations) (cont.)
>Important: If you do not wish to use Two-Tuner PIP, then you do not need the
two way splitter or extra lengths of cable. Simply connect the
incoming antenna or cable directly to Antenna A.
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VHF Antenna UHF Antenna
(Channels 2-13) (Channels 14-69)
-- Fiat Twin Lead Fiat
300 Ohm to
75 Ohm
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