Mitsubishi Electronics CS-35305 User Manual

_,_MITSUBISHI
Television,
Owner's
Guide
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DO NOT OPEN
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DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNI--L.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbcl, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence ofuninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclo-
sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte- nance (servicing) instructions in the lite:ramre accompanying the appliance.
_Warning:
Don't leave stationary images, such as those generated from stock market reports, video games, statior_ logos, 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 ]?ROPER
GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GP_OUND 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 :inthis 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
decoder box .............................................................. 25
TV + cable with a decoder box ...................................... 26
TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas .................... 27
TV + VCR + antenna or cable without
a decoder box ............................................................ 28
TV + VCR + cable with a decoder box ........................ 31
TV + audio system ........................................................ 34
Chapter 3: Operating Your TV .............................................. 35
Getting Started .................................................................. 36
Adjusting the color purity ............................................ 37
Using the remote control to operate ,:able boxes
and other brands of VCRs ...................................... 38
Turning the TV on/off. ................................................. 41
Selecting the input source .......................................... 42
Changing channels ........................................................ 43
Understanding the or.L-screen menus ......................... 46
Setting the clock ............................................................ 47
Memorizing channels ................................................... 49
Adding and deleting channels .................................... 50
Renaming the input ...................................................... 51
Selecting the menu language ..................................... 52
Using video mute .......................................................... 53
Adjusting the sound ...................................................... 54
Adjusting the picture ................................................... 56
Using the closed caption decoder ............................... 57
UsingtheAdvancedFeatures.........................................59
Settingthetimer..........................................................60
Usingtheparentallock...............................................61
UsingtheSuperQuickViewtuning..........................65
SelectinganadvancedPIPfunction...........................66
Chapter 4: Using the Special Features ............................... 67
Understanding the On-Screen Displays .......................... 68
Using the Off-Timer .......................................................... 69
Setting the off-timer. .................................................... 70
Changing or canceling the off-timer ........................... 71
Using the Advanced Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Modes ..... 72
Activating the PIP image .............................................. 73
Selecting the source of the PIP ................................... 74
Changing channels while using tile PIP modes ........ 74
Exchanging the PIP image and the main image ....... 75
Moving the PIP image ................................................. 75
Freezing the PIP image ............................................... 76
Using the Snap-shot feature ....................................... 77
Using the Replay feature ............................................. 78
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ................................................. 79
Caution and Care ............................................................... 82
Calling for Service ............................................................. 83
Appendix: Procedure for Bypassing the
Parental Lock ............................................................................ 85
Index ........................................................................................... 87
Warranty ....................................................... Inside Back Cover
2 Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR TV RECHVER AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON
THE _1_ RECEIVER.
1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FolLow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Warning:
5. Cleaning Unplug this TV receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosal cleaners to
clean your TV. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Cleaners may permanently damage your screen. Do not clean your TV when it is on.
6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the TV
receiver manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this TV receiver near water -- for ex- ample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
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.
9. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to e_sure reliable operation
of the TV :receiver and t,3 protect it from over- heating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the '[W receiver on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This _.W receiver should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. :_his TV receiw_r should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or '_he manufacturer's instructions have been ad:_ered to.
10. Power Sources This TV receiver should, b,_ 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 your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For
TV receivers intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization This TV receiver is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit
into the power outlet o:dy one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlc.t, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fair[ to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlast. Do not defeat the safety purlcose of the polarized plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items :placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conve-
nience receptacles, and t_e point where they exit from the appliance.
An appliance and cart
combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the apphance and cart combination to
overturn.
13.
Lightning For added protection for this TV receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left una'Ltended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and (tisconnect the antenna
or cable system. This will prevent damage to the TV recei ver due to lighLni ng and power-line
surges.
14.PowerLines Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbelocated
inthevicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorother electriclightorpowercircuits,orwhereit canfall intosuchpowerlinesorcircuits.Wheninstalling anoutsideantennasystem,extremecareshould betakentokeepfromtouchingsuchpowerlines
orcircuitsascontactwiththemmightbefatal.
15.Overloading
Donotoverloadwalloutletsandextensioncords asthiscanresult,inariskoffireorelectricshock.
16.ObjectandLiquidEntry :NeverpushobjectsofanykindintothisTV
receiverthroughopeningsastheymaytouch dangerousvoltagepointsorshort-outpartsthat couldresultinafireorelectricshock.Neverspill LiquidofanykindontheTVreceiver.
17.'OutdoorAntennaGrounding Ifanoutsideantennaorcablesystemisconnected totheTVreceiver,besuretheantennaorcable systemisgroundedsoastoprovidesomeprotec- tionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuilt-upstatic charges.
;Section810oftheNationalElectricalCode,ANSI/ NFPANo.70,providesinformationwithregardto
:propergroundingofthemastandsupporting :structure,groundingofthelead-inwiretoan antennadischargeunit,sizeofgroundingconduc- tors,locationofantennadischargeunit,connec- tiontogroundingelectrodes,andrequirementsfor thegroundingelectrode.
EXAMPLE:OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
18. Servicing Do not attempt to service this TV receiver
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangero_.s 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 to qualified service person- nel under the followin_ conditions: (a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
(b) Ifl![quid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the TV receiver.
(c) If the TV receiver has been exposed to rain
or water.
(d) Iftlhe TV receiver daes not operate normally
by following the op(,rating instructions. Acijust only those controls that are covered
by the operating im,_tructions as a_a improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV receiver to its normal operation.
(e) If t:he TV receiver has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
(f) When the TV receiver exhibits a distinct
change in perfor_a:ace -- this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts When :replacement par:s are required, be sure
the service technicia:a 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.
NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
LEAD IN WIRE
DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
-(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
21. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
TV receiver, ask the se_:vice technician to perform safety checks to determine that the TV
receiver is in safe operating condition.
bWarning:
Do not leave stationary images, such as stock market reports, video games, station :Logos,or
the TV's displays, on-screen for more than 10 minutes. Still pattenls such as these can scar the TV, causing pernmnent damage to the picture tubes.
PREFACE
Welcome to Mitsubishi
Congratulations on your purchase of this Mits_:bishi TV. Your TV is designed for superb viewing pleasure as well as continued_
reliability.
To familiarize you with your TV and owner's gnide, we suggest that you read through the preface, which provides t:._e following impor-
tant information:
0 Summary of Special Features
0 Unpacking Your TV
What's in Each Chapter
0 Some Conventions Used in this Guide
Mitsubishi has strived to create your TV so that it will bring you years of viewing enjoyment. Sirailarly, your owner's guide i,_
designed with a "user friendly" philosophy thai: will help you take advantage of all of your equipment's features.
Once again, thank you for selecting our product and welcome to
Mitsubishi!
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 sem4ces 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 following distinctive featm:es:
Remote Control with TV/VCR/CABLE Function --- uses a single remote control transmitter for the television, certain
Mitsubishi VCRs, and also some VCRs an] cable boxes from other manufacturers.
On-Screen Displays --- appear whenever you adjust your TV,
showing you the status of your TV's 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 shows and displays the text on-screen.
Extended Data Services --- (also knowr., as '_[DS,") allows broadcasters to supply you with channel information, program
information, and the time of day. You can display this informa-
tion on-screen.
Picture-in-Picture Mode --- allows you to view two different
sources at the same time.
Each of these features will be expIained in more detail in
Chapter 3, "Operating Your _J," and Chapter 4, "Using the Special
Features."
6 Preface: Welcome to Mitsubishi
Unpacking Your TV
What you will find
As you unpack your new TV, please check t:o 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, and
a set of two AA size batteries for the remote control.
A few suggestions
Before you hook up your new TV, please take a few minutes to:
O
Complete the registration card. The r¢_,_tration card asks for the TWs serial number, which you'll find on the back of the
unit.
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Keep the box and packing materials for future use.
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File your sales receipt.
Place the TV on a stable surface with suJ_cient lighting to do
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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 controls of your TV.
Chapter 2, "Connecting Your TV," explains how to connect a VCR, antenna, decoder box and other equipment to your _[V.
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 some of the special features of the TV.
Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," summarizes the problems you may have along with suggestions for remedying these problems.
The appendix explains a procedure that allows you to bypass the parental lock.
You'll also find a detailed index at the back oJ'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 tha_ different types of information are treated in different ways.
Users should read information labeled Important and int_rmation that is boxed and labeled Warning• The owner's guide uses these
terms sparingly, and you should carefully rea,_t all information highlighted in this manner.
Ima_o*opicortosklIlis*of*ela*edtopicsor*asksl
Ba_c Comaec*.ions
Lrelated topics or tasks J
/_
This cue indicates information
c_:itical to the operation of your
new TV.
I_,o,0_to.
This cue alerts you to informa- tion describing dangerous situations that could ruin your equipment or cause electrical
shock.
Some Conventions Used in this Guide 9
The step-by-step instructions on how to accomplish a particular task are signaled by white numbers on a black
backgro and.
I
_ CHAPTER ONE
Getting to Know Your TV
Now that you've 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'll 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 oil tlhe control panel of the TV. It also offers some general guideline,_ fi)r using the remote.
Most functions can be controlled by using eithc,r 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 functions, contains the following sections:
Overview of the Control Panel
Overview of the Remote Control
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Overview of the Control Panel
Buttons (!) through 0
are lecated here
The STRENGTH!DIRECTION swi Bches (_)) are located here
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1 _-"_ 2 S
STRENGTH DIRECTION
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(_) power button (POWER)
Use this button to turn the TV on or off. When you turn the TV on, the power indicator will light in green.
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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 1;he TV's power is off; it lights in orange if the timer is set and the TV's power is on.
® volume controls (VOL)
Press the button to turn up the volume and the button to turn down the volume.
(_) channel controls (CH)
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 this button to select the input source you want to view:
TV, or
Input.
® A/V reset button (A.V. RESET)
Press this button to reset all audio and vi,Jeo functions, to their normal level or setting, except: volume, reception mode,
speaker, and closed captioning.
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degauss button (DEGAUSS)
If there is color impurity in your TV's picture, press this button.
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color purity adjustment switches (STRENGTH, DIRECTION)
Set these switches accordb_g to the placement of your
television. (Please see page 37.)
Overview of the Control Pane] 13
Overview of the Remote Control
Getting ready to use the remote control
installing the batteries
O Take the box containing two AA size batteries from the packing
bag.
O Remove the back cover of the remote control by pushing in the
direction of the arrow.
Load the batteries as indicated in the illusl;ration, making sure that they are positioned correctly (+ to +_ and - to -).
0 Replace the back cover of the remote control.
O O
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For best results, use Duracell AA (MN1500) batteries.
14 Chapter 1: Getting to Know Your TV
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 santo time, unless
specifically instructed to do so in this owner's guide.
Don't allow the remote control to get wet or become heated.
Avoid dropping the remote control on a ha:d 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 the TV, VCR, or cable box, follow these procedures:
O Be within 20 feet of the desired equipment.
O Point the top 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 batteries into a fire.
The following section explains :more about the range of options
available when using the remote control.
Overview of the Remote Control 15
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Remote control buttons and functions
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select buttons
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Use these buttons to select the component you wish to operate: the TV, a cable decoder box, or a VCR. These buttons are also
used to set up your remote control for your particular brand of cable box or VCR.
VCR buttons
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These buttons can be used to control VCRs. The remote control is pre-set to operate Mitsubishi VCRs, and it can be pro-
grammed to operate VCRs t_om other manufacturers.
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power button (POWER)
Use this button to turn the TV on or off. _:hen you turn the TV on, the power indicator lights in green.
mute control (MUTE)
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Use this button to turn the sound off completely or to restore it to its original volume.
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super quick view button (SQV) Press this button to view the channels t:_at you have pro-
grammed into super quick view memors'. (See page 45.11
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quick view button (QV)
Press this button to instantly switch to the channel that you memorized as the quick view channel. (Se_ page 45.)
volume control (VOLUME)
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Press the top part of the button to turn Ul_the volume; press the bottom part of the button to turn down the volume.
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input button (INPUT)
Use this button to select the input source you wish to view:
Q WV_ or
Input.
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channel control (CHANNEL) Press the top part of this button to change to a channel with a higher number; press the bottom part to change to a channel
with a lower number.
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enter and exchange button (ENTER/EXCH)
Use this button after selecting a channel number or at_Ler
selecting an item from the on-screen menu system. You will also use this button with the PIP modes.
Overview of the Remote Control 17
Remote control buttons and functions (cont.)
audio and video controls
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These buttons are used together to adjust, audio and video functions (other than volume) with a two-step process: you use
the audio or video button to select a function, then you _:se the adjust up!down buttons or _ght/left button:_ to adjust it.
audio function button (AUDIO) --- Use this button to select one of the following audio functions:
- stereo/SAP/mono,
- bass,
- treble,
- balance,
- surround off/simulate/hall, or
- speaker on/off.
video function button (_VIDEO) --- U,_e this button to
select one of the following video functions:
- tint,
- color,
- contrast,
- brightness,
- sharpness,
- color temperature high/middle/low, or
- closed captioning.
adjust buttons (ADJUST V), rightqeft button,_ (,,) After selecting the audio or video function, use the ADJUST
buttons (• ) or right]left buttons ('') to adjust the function you've selected. These buttons can be used to:
- turn the function on or off(e.g., speakec),
- increase or decrease the function (e.g., color),
- shift from one end of a scale to the othc,r (e.g., balance), or
- select a position (e.g., s_ereo).
You will also use the adjust buttons with the Picture-in-Picture features and to select items on the on-scree:a menus.
menu button (MENU)
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Use this button to display the on-screen menu system, which gives you access to your TV's features.
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cancel button (CANCEL)
This button is used to cancel a channel number and to clear the settings of on-screen menus.
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display button (DISPLAY)
Use this button to view an on-screen sumraary of the current TV settings and the displays related to Extended Data Services
(XDS).
home button (HOME)
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Press this button to return to regular TV _4ewing from the on- screen displays and menus. This button can also be used to
turn off captions.
number buttons (0-9)
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Use these buttons to select a channel number and to enter the parental lock code.
off-timer button (OFF-T)
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Use this button to program the TV to turn off automatically at a later time.
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picture-in-picture controls
Use these buttons to control the special picture-in-picture (PIP) modes. (For more information, see page,_ 72-78.)
PIP button (PIP) --- Press this button to begin displaying
the PIP image, change t:he size of the image, or to cancel it.
VCR channel button (VCR-CH) --- If you use a VCR as the source for the PIP image, use this button to change the channel of the PIP image.
source button (SOURCE) --- Press. this button to switch the source of the PIP image between the TV and the exter-
nal input.
pause button (PAUSE) --- Press this button to freeze the PIP image or to return the image to a _live" picture. You can
also use this button with the Snap-shot and Replay features.
enter and exchange button (ENTE!PJEXCH) --- Press this button to exchange the contents of the PIP image and the main image.
adjust (up/down) buttons, right/left buttons --- Press these buttons to move the PIP image, o:a the screen.
Overview of the Remote Control 19
_ CHAPTER. TWO
Connechng Your TV
This chapter offers step-by-step instructions for completing the most common hook-ups. It contains the follcv_Lng sections:
0 Overview of the Back Panel
t Basic Connections
21
Overview of the Back Panel
VHF/UHF
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S-VIDEO
(75_)
(MONO)
_>Important:
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@ antenna terminal
Connect a cable antenna or a VHF/UHF antenna here.
@ video output terminal
Use these terminals to "send out" the TV's video signal to a VCR, a video copy processor, etc.
@ audio output terminals
Use these terminals to "send out" the TV_s audio signal to a
VCR, a video copy processor, etc.
Never connect one piece of equipment to both the TV_s input terminals and the TV's output terminals. If you do, the TV will
turn off as a safety precaution.
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@ S-VIDEO input terminal
Use these terminals to "bring in" an S-video signal frora a VCR or disc player into the TV.
Important:
If you connect S-video equipment, the standard video input will be unavailable.
@ video input terminal
Use this terminal to "bring in" a video signal from a VCR or
another component into the TV.
@ audio input terminals
Use these terminals to '%ring in" an audio, signal from a VCR or
other equipment into your TV.
Overview of the Back Panel 23
Basic Connections
This section explains the basic connections you will need t_ make between your TV, antennas, and VCR. You _ill see there are different connections shown depending on th,_ type of antenna you are using and whether or not you have a decoder box. Chcose the type of connection for the type of equipment you have.
If you are having difficulty making the connections to your TV, you may want to contact your Mitsubishi dealer or your local cable
company.
This section explains:
TV + antenna or cable without a decoder box,
TV + cable with a decoder box,
TV + separate UHF and VHF antennas,
TV + VCR + antenna or cable without a
decoder box,
TV + VCR + cable with a decoder box, and
TV + audio system.
[>Important: You must connect a VCR to see two active images when using
Picture-In-Picture (PIP).
bWarning: I You should unplug your TV and any other components before
connecting them.
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TV + antenna or cable without a decoder box
equipment you will need
If you have a standard 75-ohm coaxial cable, you will not need additional equipment. If your antenna has two leads (called flat twin leads), you'll need:
One 75-300 ohm transformer.
_F 75-ohm
Coaxial Cable
TV Rear Terminals
I O
VHF/UHF
(Tsnl
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Transformer
connecting a cable
In) Push or screw the end of the cable onto the ANT-A te:rminal on
the TV.
connecting an antenna with fiat twin leads
In) Use a screwdriver to connect the leads to the transformer.
Push or screw the transformer onto the antenna terminal on the TV.
Basic Connections 25
TV + cable with a decoder box
equipment you will need
Use this hook-up if you need a decoder box to descramble cable
channels. When you complete this hook-up, you should set up your remote control to operate your cable box (see page 38).
To complete the hook-up, you'll need:
One length of 75 ohm coaxial
cable.
procedure
O Connect the incoming cable to
the IN terminal on the decoder
box.
O Connect the coaxial cable to the OUT terminal on the back of
the decoder box; connect the other end of this cable to the
antenna terminal on the back of the TV.
Incoming Cable
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Cable Decoder Box
Rear Terminals
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TV Rear Terminals
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