Mitsubishi LT-55265, LT-55164, LT-55154, LT-46164, LT-40164 Owner’s Manual

IMMERSIVE

ND LED

LCD

HDTV

with MntegratedSound

Projector

MODELS

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PROCESSOR

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FCC Declaration of Conformity

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

/_ The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti-
tute a risk of electric shock to persons.

WARNING: This product shall be connected to a MAINS
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

MAINS DISCONNECTION: The mains plug is used
as the disconnect device. The mains plug shall remain
readily operable.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

TV WEIGHT: This TV is heavy. Exercise extreme care
when lifting or moving it. Lift or move the TV with a

minimum of two adults. To prevent damage to the TV,

avoid jarring or moving it while it is turned on. Always

power off your TV, unplug the power cord, and discon-
nect all cables before moving it.

Note: Features and specifications described in this

owner's guide are subject to change without notice.

Custom cabinet installation must allow for proper
air circulation around the television.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: THiSREMINDERiS
PROVIDEDTOCALLTHE CATVSYSTEMiNSTALLER'SATTEN-
TIONTO ARTICLE820-40 OFTHE NECTHATPROVIDES

GUIDELINESFORTHEPROPERGROUNDINGAND, IN PARTIC-
ULAR,SPECIFIESTHATTHECABLEGROUNDSHALLBECON-
NECTEDTOTHE GROUNDINGSYSTEMOF THEBUILDING,AS

CLOSETOTHEPOINTOFCABLEENTRYASPRACTICAL.
Children and TV Viewing

The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages televi-
sion viewing for children younger than two years of age.

within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user of the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's

The exclamation point within an equilat-

eral triangle is intended to alert the user to

the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the product.

Product:
Models:

Responsible
Party:

Telephone:

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,

and

(2) This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Note: This equipment 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 instal-

lation. 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 communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-

ence 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 into 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Mitsubishi could cause harmful

interference and would void the user's authority
to operate this equipment.

TV Software
Do not attempt to update the software of this TV with

software or USB drives not provided by or authorized
by Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc. Non-
authorized software may damage the TV and will not be
covered by the warranty.

LCD Flat Panel HDTV
LT-55154

LT-40164, LT-46164, LT-55164
LT-46265, LT-55265

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics

America, Inc.

9351 Jeronimo Road

Irvine, CA 92618-1904

[phone]

For assistance call 1(800} 332-2119

Contents

Important Safety Instructions ................ 4

Stand Installation ......................... 5

Waft-Mounting ........................... 6

Basic Setup and Operation

Before You Begin ........................ 7

Remote Control ......................... 8

Setting Up and Using TV Inputs .............. 9

Basic TV Operation ...................... 11

2 TV Connections

Input and Output Jacks ................... 13

Cable Routing ......................... 13

Connection Diagrams .................... 14

Connection Types and Audio/Video Quality .... 16

3 TVFeatures

FAV (Favorites) ......................... 17

ChannelView Channel Listings .............. 17

VUDU Internet Services .................. 18

Wireless Audio Playback .................. 19

Camera Images and Music Files ............ 20

Sleep Timer ........................... 21

Sound Projector ........................ 22

4 TV Menus

Picture ............................... 24

Sound ............................... 25

Captions ............................. 26

Setup ............................... 27

Inputs ............................... 28

Lock ................................ 29

Appendices

Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control . 30

Appendix B: Troubleshooting .............. 31

Trademark and License Information .......... 33

Mitsubishi TV Software .................... 34

Warranty .............................. 38

Network Service Disclaimer ................ 39

Cleaning Recommendations

Normally, light dusting with a dry, non-scratching duster

wH[ keep your TV clean. If cleaning beyond this is

needed, please use the following guidelines:
First, turn off the TV and unplug the power cord from

the power outlet.

Occasionally clean dust build-up from the air-intake

gdl[es on the back and sides of the TV. Clean using a

vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment.

Top and Sides of the TV

• Gently wipe down your TV with a soft, non-abrasive

cloth such as cotton flannel, microfiber, or a clean
cloth diaper, lightly moistened with water. Dry with

a second dry, soft, non-abrasive cloth.

For oily dirt, add a few drops of mild liquid deter-

gent, such as dishwashing detergent, to the water

used to moisten the cloth. Rinse with a second

cloth moistened only with water. Dry with a third
dry, soft, non-abrasive cloth.

Screen

• Use only a soft, dry cloth to dean the LCD

screen. Do not use any liquids.

= Wipe the screen gently with an up and down motion.

Clean the entire screen evenly, not just sections of
the screen.

General Cleaning Precautions

• DO NOT allow liquid to enter the TV through the

ventilation slots or any crevice.

DO NOT use any strong or abrasive cleaners, as

these can scratch the surfaces.

DO NOT use any cleaners containing ammonia,
bleach, alcohol, benzene, or thinners, as these can

dull the surfaces.

DO NOT spray liquids or cleaners directly on the

TV's surfaces.

DO NOT scrub or rub the TV harshly. Wipe it gently.

For assistance call 1(800) 332-2119

4

important Safety instructions

Please read the following safeguards for your TV and

retain for future reference. Always follow all warnings
and instructions marked on the television.

Read these instructions.

1)

2)

Keep these instructions.

3)

Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.

4)

5)

Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)

Clean only with dry cloth.

7)

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8)

Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

0ncluding amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding

type plug has two blades and a third grounding

prong. The wide blade or the third prong are

provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)

Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

LEADIN WIRE

DISCHARGE UNIT

ELECTRIC
SERVICE

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PARTH)

(NEC ARTICLE 810-20)

GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS

(NEC ARTICLE 810-21)

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected
to the TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts speci-
fied by the manufacturer or have the same character-
istics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

11)

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12)

Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,

or table specified

by the manufacturer,
or sold with the

apparatus. When
a cart is used, use

caution when moving
the cart!apparatus
combination to avoid

injury from tip-over.

13)

Unplug this apparatus
during lightning storms or when unused for long

periods of time.

14)

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way', such as power-supply cord or

plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has

been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

If Your TV Gets Damaged
Crystalline liquid may leak from the LCD panel and

broken glass may be scattered.
OAUTmON: The crystaJJine Jiquid is toxic. Avoid

contact with your skin, eyes, or mouth. DO NOT
touch the broken glass or crystalline liquid. DO NOT
get glass fragments or crystalline liquid into eyes or
mouth. Shoumd either contact your eyes or mouth,
rinse the contacted area thoroughmy with water and
consuJt your doctor.

Disposal of Your TV

The LCD panel contains a small amount of crystalline
liquid which is toxic and should not be touched.

DO NOT dispose of the TV with general household
waste. For disposal or recycling information, contact
your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alli-
ance at www.eiae.org.

For assistance caJJ 1(800) 332-2119

Stand installation

Note

• 40= or 46=inch TV: If planning to wall-mount the TV, there is no need to install the stand.
55=inch TV: The TV comes from the factory with the stand pre-installed.

Required: Phillips Screwdriver ('--_---']

Extension pieces

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on back of stand

5

BACK

Two adults are required to lift the TV.

DO support the TV

under the corners.

Repacking the Stand

CAUTION. Place the

stand in the foam insert
with the extension pieces

facing away from the TV.
Otherwise, the TV will be

damaged in transit.
Protect the TV and

stand with the original
packing material.

DON'T place your hand where it can
get caught under the TV.

TV in protective

wrapping

Extension pieces on stand
must face out, away from TV.

For assistance call 1(800} 332-2119

6

Wall=iVlounting

To order a wall-mount kit, please contact Peer-
less Industries, Inc. at [phone] or visit
www.peerlessmounts.com. Order wall-mount kit model

To order a wall-mount kit from Mitsubishi Digital Elec-
tronics America, Inc., please visit www.mitsuparts.com
or call [phone].

ST650.

Complete installation instructionsare included with the kit.

Stand Remova_ Prior to WaHoMounting

Note

• 55=inch TV: Remove the factory-installed stand prior to wall-mounting.
40= or 46=inch TV: If you installed the stand for table-top use, follow these instructions to remove it prior
to wall-mounting the TV.

1, Disconnect the TV's AC power cord from the AC

power outlet.
Spread the protective sheet that was wrapped

around the TV on a flat, even surface, such as a
sturdy table. The protective sheet will help prevent

damage to the display.
iMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the screen,

make sure there are no foreign objects under or
on top of the protective sheet.

3, Position one person on each side of the TV (left and

right sides). Have each person firmly grasp their side
of the TV and gently place it face down on the pro-
tective sheet with the display stand hanging over the
edge of the table. See the illustration to the right.

4, Use a magnetic philips screwdriver to remove the

stand screws from the recessed holes (see illustra-
tion to right). Note: A regular screwdriver can be
used with a separate magnetic pick-up tool.

While one person holds the TV with both hands,
have the other person grasp the stand (see illustra-
tion to the right) and remove the stand by pulling it
away from the TV inthe direction of the large arrow

shown in both illustrations.

Protective

sheet

f

Protective

Table

55-inchTVs

(6screws)

Sheet

TV

\

Stand __

40- and 46-inchTVs_

(4screws)

Pull stand
to remove.

J

For assistance call 1(800) 332-2119

PBeasetake a moment to review the foUowing Ust of
items to ensure that you have received everything.

Remote Controm

Two AA Batteries

Basic Owner's Guide

Quick Setup Guide

Product Registration

Card

Power Cord

CabmeTies

Stand Screws (40- and
46-inch TVs onmy}

265 Series. Calibration
Microphone

Review the important safety, instaUation, and oper-
ating information at the beginning of this book.

Choose a )ocation for your TV.
o See the stand-installation or wall-mounting

requirements starting on page 5,
AUow at Beastfour inches of space on aUsides
of the TV to heBpprevent overheating. Over-
heating may' cause premature faUure of the TV.
Avoid locations where light may reflect off the

screen.

3, Install the batteries in the remote control.
4, Plug the TV into an AC power outlet.

TV power connection

For assistance ca(( 1(800} 332-2119

8 1. Basic Setup and Operation

Remote Control ....

r- Emitter-Bulb End

Sleep Timer, page 21

Number/letter keys
Channel tuning, page 10

Pass-code entry, page
29

TV CAB/SATOrB AUDIOVCR

Press the keyfor the device type to

control. Leave inTV mode for normal
TVviewing.

(_ Powers TV on or off.

Adds a separator in digital channel

numbers. Clears some menu entries.
Mutes the TV speakers.

Displays shortcuts for the number keys.
Press to check if shortcuts are available

for the current device.

VOL

Controls volume of TV speakers.

CH

__ Changes channels; moves to another
PAGE

page in a menu or list.

O Selects a or menu

A V 4 I1_ Navigation and adjustment

ChannelView listings, page 17.
TV status or TV help.

1_ (PAUSE)Freezesabroadcast TV picture.

channel number item.

controls

Returnsto the previous channel.

Displays up to nine favorite
sources, page 17.

Changes picture shape,
page 12

Connects to internet content
provided by VUDUTM,page 18.

Press to select a TV input,
page 10.

Audio settings, page 25
Video settings, page 24

Displays or clears the TV main

menu (page 24). Also steps

back one menu.

Clears all menus.

Record/Playback controls for external
devices. Additional setup is required.

For assistance call 1(800) 332-2119

Series. Special keysfor use

with NetCommand IR control.
See the detailed owner's guide at

www.mitsubishi-tv.com.

3,

Press the _ key to
ensure that the remote

control is in TV mode.

Aim the emitter (bulb)

end of the remote control
at the TV and press the

POWERkey (_, Wait for the

Welcome screen.

3,

If you wish to change the
menu language to Espa_oL

press V.

4,

Press _ to move to the
energy-mode seleclons.

Select Home.

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1. Basic Setup and Operation 9

Welcome Screen Energy Optons
o Mitsubishi recommends the Home setti%,

which uses power within ENERGY STAR_
guidelnes.

The Retal setting looks best under bNght
lghting. In this mode, the TV uses power in

excess of ENERGY STAR guidelnes.

This table compares energy choices offered in the
Welcome screen,

Picture Mode Bright Brllant
Backlght Level Reduced Full Brightness

Brightness

Press _ to highlght EXIT.
Press ENTERto clear the

menu.

Using the ANT (Antenna} Input

If using an antenna or direct cable service (no cable
box), connect the incoming coaxial cable to the TV's
ANT input. Refer to page 16.

You must perform a channel scan to enable recep-
tion of digital channels, If you skip this step, the TV
will receive only analog channels. The channel scan
wi/search for high-definition and standard-definition

channels avalable in the local area.

Memorizing Channels with Channe/ Sca n
For the ANT input

To start channel memorization

3, Power on the TV.

Press MENUand open the Setup > Channel menu.
First press V to navigate to the Setup icon, then

use _ to highlight the Channel icon.

Start channel memorization from the Setup > Channel
menu.

3,

Press V to enter the menu.

4,

Highlght Ant Air if connected to an
over-the-air antenna. Highlght Ant

Cable for service over direct cable
(no cable box). Press ENTERto add a

check.
For first-time setup, highlght All

channels. To scan for channels not
already in memory, highlight New

only. Press ENTERto add a check.
Highlight Scan and press ENTER.

Channel memorization may take up
to 15 minutes to complete.

To stop channel memorization before completion,
press CANCEL.

For assistance ca((1(800} 332-2119

10 1. Basic Setup and Operation

Setting Up Other inputs

1, Power on the TV.

Power on the devices to ensure detection.

3, Connect one device to the TV, making note of the

TV input jack.
The TV will display the New Device Found screen if

the connection type is detectable.

4, Highlight the device type in the omscreen list and

press ENTER.The name you select here will appear
in the Input Selection menu.

Sample New Device
Found screen.

Press EXITto close the New Device Found screen.
Repeat steps 3 through 5 for each additoinal device

you want to add.

About Auto Input Sensing

This TV's Easy Connect TM Auto Input Sensing
feature detects most input connections automati-
cally. Some exceptions are:

o A connection on the ANT input
* TV audio outputs (analog and digital)

An HDMI-equipped device that is powered off.

Power on the device first to ensure detection.
Ethernet

Selecting an input to Watch

3o Press INPUT,

Rfyou have only two connected

devices, the INPUTkey switches

between them without displaying

the Input Selection menu.

Sample Input Selection menu, antenna input selected

Press 4 _ to highlight an input icon.

3, Press ENTERto switch to the input.

Tuning to ChanneJs on the Antenna Input

* Enter the channel number using the number keys

on the remote control and press ENTER.

For a two-part digital channel, such as 3-1, press 3

1.

* Press OHA/V to change channels one channel at

a time.

Press and hold OHA/V to speed through chan-
nels.

* Press _ to return to the previous channel.

Use the Fav (Favorites) feature to tune to up to nine

favorite channels. See page 17,

Press GUIDE to display ChannelView channel listings,
highlight a channel number, and press ENTER to tune.

Auto Input Sensing for Most Devices
When you first connect a device, the TV will:

a. Detect the connected device and auto-

matically switch to it.
b. Prompt you to identify the device type.
c. Repeat these steps for other newly

detected devices.

For assistance caJJ 1(800} 332-2119

1. Basic Setup and Operation 11

Picture Settings

1,

To get the best picture under different viewing con-

ditions, set the Picture Mode first before changing
other video settings. See page 24 for a description
of the options.

a. Press VIDEO.
b. Press Y until the Picture Mode

option displays.

c. Press I_ to make one of these selections:

Brilliant Under bright light
Game With gaming consoles (inputs

named Game or PC only)
Bright For most daytime viewing
Natural For most nighttime viewing

Press Y to display the name of another adjustment.

3, Press _ to make the adjustment.
4, Wait a few seconds and the display will clear.

Additional picture options are available through the fol-

lowing menus:

Audio Controls

Changing the Audio Outpu t

To switch from the internal TV speakers to an external
sound system:

1, Press AUDIO.

Press Y to display the Sound
option.

3, Press _ to change.

Changing Audio Settings (TV Speakers Only)

1, Press AUDIO.

Press V to display the name of the adjustment you
want. See page 25 for options.

3, Press _ to change.

Controlling Sound Volume

Press V0L A/V to adjust the
sound level of the TV speakers.

See the full owner's guide at
www.mitsubishi-tv.com for

methods of controlling A/V receiver
volume.

Picture > Picture Plus 24
265 Series. Picture > Perfect 25

POWER indicator

Key

O Off
O Steady On

Q Slow Blinking

None O TVis powered off. Normal operation.

Green O TVis powered on. Normal operation.

Green

Red/

Yellow

TV powered off, auto-on TV Timer is set.
Normal operation. TV can be turned on at any time.

TV may require service.

• Hold power button on front panel for 10 seconds to
reset TV.

• If LED continues to flash red and yellow after reset, turn
off the TV and unplug it from the AC power source. Wait
one minute and then plug the set back in.

If LED continues to flash red and yellow, go to
www.mitsubishi-tv.com or call 1-800-332-2119 to receive

Authorized Service Center information.
You may be asked to count how many times the LED

flashes each color to assist in troubleshooting.

For assistance call 1(800) 332-2119

12 1. Basic Setup and Operation

The FORMAT Key and Picture Shape

RepeatedBy press the

FORMATkey to cycBe
through displays avail=

abBefor the current

program. The TV wifl

remember the format
you Bastused on each

input.

Sampme Uses of the FORMATKey
You can use the FORMATkey to reduce or efiminate bBack areas at the
edges of the 9icture.

Squarish 4:3 image is

narrower than the 16:9
screen; unused areas at the

sides are tiffed with black.

Wide 2.35:1 anamorphic DVD

image; unused areas at the

top and bottom are fifled with

black (letterbox effect).

Wide Expand mode stretches
the picture sideways to fifl the

screen.

Zoom mode. The picture tiffs

the screen. All four edges are

cropped in this mode.

More TV Features

Features covered in this Basic Owner's Guide incBude:

ParentaBcontroBs (Lock menu) 29

TV CBock. Set the TV CBockif you pBanto use the 27
TV Timer (page 27) or ChanneBView (page 17).

Favorite sources 17
ChanneBView channeB fistings 17

Changing input names in the Input Selection 28
menu (Inputs > Name menu)

Digital camera images and music files 20

Programming the Remote Control 30
See the detailed owner's guide at
www.mitsubishi-tv.com for a complete code list.

Internet video streaming with VUDU 18
265 Series. Listening to a wireless audio 19

device with the TV speakers

See the detailed Owner's Guide at
www.mitsubishi-tv.com for more on the features

described here and to learn about other features,

including:
o HDMI control (CEC) of other A/V devices

Center and rear channel audio output
Using an external subwoofer
Using the TV with a computer

265 Series. NetCommand IR control of other A/V
devices. Use of NetCommand requires purchase of

IR emitter cables from Mitsubishi.

For assistance ca(( 1(800} 332-2119