NEC NLT-19HDB3, NLT-22HDB3, NLT-26HDB3, NLT-19HDDV3, NLT-22HDDV3 Owner's Manual

LCD TV

Owner’s Manual

NLT-19HDB3
NLT-22HDB3
NLT-26HDB3

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.
Retain it for future reference.

See the label attached on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer when
you require service.

ENGLISH

Contents

2

Contents 2-3
Safety Instructions 4
Installation 5
Remote control handset 6-8

Controls 6-7
Battery installation 8

Controls of 9-10

Front panel 9
Back panel 10

Connection to External equipment 11-14

Connect to Aerial socket 11
Watching VCR 11
Watching Cable TV 12
Watching external AV source 12
Watching DVD 13
Connecting HDMI (DTV) 13
Connecting Headphone 14
Connecting PC (DTV) 14
Connecting Digital Audio (26inch model only) 14

Basic operation 15
On screen menus Menu selection 16
Setting up TV stations 17-24

Auto programme tuning 17
Manual programme tuning 18-19
Programme edit 20-21
Calling the programme table 21
Manual programme tuning (in digital mode only) 22
Channel list (in digital mode only) 22
Rating (in digital mode only) 23
Favourite CH (in digital mode only) 24

Picture Menu 25-27

CSM (Colour Status Memory) 25
PSM (Picture Status Memory) 26
Manual Picture Control 26
Picture format 27

Sound Menu 28-31

SSM (Sound Status Memory) 28
Balance 29
Surround 29
AVL (Auto Volume Leveler) 30
Audio mode (in digital mode only) 30
Stereo/Dual/NICAM reception 31

Contents

3

Warning

- Image Persistence
Avoid displaying fixed pattern in the monitor for long period of time to avoid image persistence.

“The marking or retained image on the LCD panel resulting from fixed image use is not an
operating defect and as such is not covered by warranty. This product is not designed to
fixed image patterns for extended periods of time”.

- The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision

-Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

FOR LCD TV

If the TV is cold, there may be a small “flicker” when it is turned on. This is normal, there is nothing
wrong with TV.
Some minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots.
However, they have no adverse effect on the monitor's performance.
Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time. Doing so
may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.

On Disposal

a. The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.
b. Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.
c. Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local

authority.

Time Menu 32-35

Clock 32
On/Off time 33
Auto sleep 34
Time Zone (in digital mode only) 34
D.Saving (in digital mode only) 35
Sleep timer 35

Setup Menu 36-37

Child lock 36
New password 37

Other Menu 38

Information (in digital mode only) 38
TV Guide (in digital mode only) 38

Connection of PC

PC Setup 39
WXGA or VGA (Only PC-RGB mode) 39

Teletext (option) 40-42
Displayable Monitor Specification 43

Troubleshooting 44
Product Spec. 45-47

NEC Service Centres 48

Safety Instructions

4

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

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
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
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.

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.

- The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

- Minimum distances(e.g. 10cm) around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation

“WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the apparatus to rain or mois­ture.”

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Installation

5

Power

* 22/26inch model

This set operates on an AC mains supply, the voltage is as indicated on the label on the back cover.
Never apply DC power to the set. In the event of thunderstorms or powercuts, please pull out the
aerial and mains plugs.

* 19inch model

This set operates on a DC supply provided by the AC-DC adapter, the voltage is as indicated on the
label on the back cover. Use only the AC-DC adapter supplied with the set and never apply an AC
mains to the set directly. The AC-DC adapter operates on an AC mains supply, the voltage is as
indicated on the label of the AC-DC adapter.
a. Connect the DC plug of the AC-DC adapter to the 12V socket of the set.
b. Connect the AC-DC adapter and it’s power cord.
c. Connect the power cord to an AC mains.

In the event of thunderstorms or powercuts, please pull out the mains plug of the AC-DC adapter and
the aerial plug. Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the
monitor where the power cord is subject to damage.

Warning

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the set to rain or moisture. Do not rub or strike the
Active Matrix LCD with anything hard as this may scratch, mar, or damage the Active Matrix LCD
permanently.

Service

Never remove the back cover of the set as this can expose you to very high voltage and other haz­ards. If the set does not operate properly, unplug it and call your dealer.

Aerial

Connect the aerial cable to the socket marked +75 Ω on the back cover. For the best reception an

outdoor aerial should be used.

Location

Position your set so that no bright light or sunlight falls directly onto the screen. Care should be taken
not to expose the set to any unnecessary vibration, moisture, dust or heat. Also ensure that the set is
placed in a position to allow a free flow of air. Do not cover the ventilation openings on the back cover.

Cleaning

Unplug the set before cleaning the face of the LCD Screen. Dust the set by wiping the screen and the
cabinet with a soft, clean cloth. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use a clean, damp cloth. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

To preserve the Environment,
do not rubbish.

Remote control handset

6

Controls

- All the functions can be controlled with the remote control handset.

- Some functions can also be adjusted with the buttons on the front panel of the set.

- Before you use the remote control handset, please install the batteries.

MUTE

TV/DTV LIST Q.VIEW

I/II

MENU

TEXT EXIT

INPUT

OK

POWER

ARC

VOL PR

PSM

MIX

INDEX TIME

REVEAL

MODE

SIZE HOLD

UPDATE

C.C

SLEEP

STILL

SSM

+

INFO

1. POWER

Select the set On or Off.

2. MUTE

Switches the sound On or Off.

3. LIST

Displays the programme table.

4. Q.VIEW

Returns to the previously viewed programme.

5. TV/DTV (In digital mode only)

Select

TV, DTV mode.

6. I/II

Selects the language during dual language broadcast.
Selects the sound output.

7. MENU

Selects a menu.

8. INPUT

Select

DTV, TV, AV 1 , AV2 (26inch model only),

S-VIDEO, COMPONENT, PC-RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2

(26inch model only) mode.
Switches the set on from standby.

9. Navigation button

DD EE

FF GG

OK

Accepts your selection or displays the current mode.

10.TELETEXT BUTTONS (option)

These buttons are used for teletext.
For further details, see the ‘Teletext’ section.

11. (Programme Up/Down)

Selects a programme or a menu item.
Switches the set on from standby.

(Volume Up/Down)

Adjusts the volume.
Adjusts menu settings.

2

4
6

1

3
5

8

9

11

7

10

Remote control handset

7

Controls

MUTE

TV/DTV LIST Q.VIEW

I/II

MENU

TEXT EXIT

INPUT

OK

POWER

ARC

VOL PR

PSM

MIX

INDEX TIME

REVEAL

MODE

SIZE HOLD

UPDATE

C.C

SLEEP

STILL

SSM

+

INFO

12.EXIT

Exits from each mode.

13.INFO (In digital mode only)

Displays information on top of the screen during watch­ing TV.

14.ARC

Select your desired picture format.

15.NUMBER BUTTONS

16.PSM (Picture Status Memory)

Recalls your preferred picture setting.

17.SSM (Sound Status Memory)

Recalls your preferred sound setting.

18.C.C (In digital mode only)

Select a closed caption.

19.SLEEP

Sets the sleep timer.

20.STILL

Freezes motion of the picture.

14

13

20

18
19

15

16

12

17

Remote control handset

8

Battery installation

-Your remote control handset is powered by two AAA type batteries.

1. To insert batteries, turn the remote control handset over and remove the battery cover.

2. Put the two batteries into the compartment observing battery polarity.

3. Replace the cover.

To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the
remote control handset for an extended period time. Do not use batteries of differing age or type.
Always discard of batteries safely.

1) 2) 3)

Controls of

9

Front panel

- Shown is a simplified representation of the set.

- Here shown may be somewhat different from your set.

INPUT

MENU

/I

VOL

PR

PR

VOL

1

2

3

4

5

6

1. POWER (rr)

Select the set On or Off.

2. INPUT

Select

DTV, TV, AV 1 , AV2 (26inch model

only),

S-VIDEO, COMPONENT, PC-RGB,

HDMI1, HDMI2 (26inch model only) mode.

3. MENU

Selects a menu.

4.

FF / GG (Volume Up/Down)

Adjusts the volume.
Adjusts menu settings.

5.

DD / EE

(Programme Up/Down)

Selects a programme or a menu item.
Switches the set On from standby.

6. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
POWER/STANDBY INDICATOR(rr)

Illuminates red in standby mode.
Illuminates green when the set is switched
On.

Controls of

10

Back panel

- Shown is a simplified representation of the set.

- Here shown may be somewhat different from your set.

1. POWER CORD SOCKET
* 19inch model only

This set operates on an DC power. Connect
the DC plug of the AC-DC adapter to the 12V
socket of the set.

* 22/26inch model only

This set operates on an AC power.
The voltage is indicated on the Specifications
page.

2. HDMI(DVI) / RGB IN (PC/DTV) / AUDIO IN
(RGB/DVI) SOCKETS

Connect the set output socket of the PER­SONAL COMPUTER to this socket.

3. S-VIDEO IN

Connect video out from an S-Video VCR to
the S-VIDEO input.

4. AUDIO/VIDEO IN SOCKET

Connect the audio/video out sockets of the
VCR to AV sockets of the set.

5. SERVICE ONLY SOCKET

6. AERIAL SOCKET

7. HEADPHONE SOCKET

Connect the headphone plug to this socket.

8. DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) OUT

Connect digital audio from various types of
equipment.

Note : In standby mode, these ports will not
work.

9. COMPONENT IN (480i / 576i / 480p / 576p /
720p / 1080i) SOCKETS

10. AUDIO OUT SOCKET

Connect an external amplifier or add a sub­woofer to your surround sound system.

AC IN

SERVICE

AUDIO IN
(RGB/DVI)

RGB IN (PC/DTV)

HDMI(DVI)-1 HDMI(DVI)-2

S-VIDEO
IN

(L

) A

U

D

IO

(R

)

V

ID

E

O

M

O

N

O

A

V

2

IN

(L

) A

U

D

IO

(R

)

V

ID

E

O

M

O

N

O

A

V

1

IN

DIGITAL AUDIO
(OPTICAL) OUT

(L) (R)

COMPONENT IN

YPBP

R

AUDIO IN
(RGB/DVI)

SERVICE

RGB IN (PC/DTV)

HDMI(DVI)

S-VIDEO
IN

DC IN (12V)

COMPONENT IN

YPbP

r

L/M

O

N

O

R

VIDEO

AV

IN

AV

, S-VIDEO

COMP. AUDIO IN

ANT. IN

(R

)

(L

)

A

U

D

IO

O

U

T

4 3

1

4

2 3

4

5

5
2

7

6

1

9

8

* 19 inch

model only

* 22/26 inch

model only

* 26 inch

model

* 26 inch model

2

9

10

Connection to External equipment

11

Connect to Aerial socket

-You can connect additional equipment, such as VCRs, camcorders etc. to your set. However please
check with your manufacturers instruction books for specific information. Make sure all connections
are made with both your set and additional appliance unplugged from the mains to avoid damaging
your equipment.

- Here shown may be somewhat different from your set.

Connect the RF out socket of the VCR to the aerial sock­et on the back of the set.

Connect the aerial cable to the RF aerial in socket of the
VCR.

Store the VCR channel on a desired programme number
using the ‘Manual programme tuning’ section.

Select the programme number where the VCR channel is
stored.

Press the PLAY button on the VCR.

VCR

ANT. IN

< Back panel of the set >

Watching VCR

Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select AV or S-Video.

Insert a video tape into the VCR and press the PLAY button on the VCR.
(See VCR owner’s manual).

- If you connect an S-VIDEO VCR to the S­VIDEO input, the picture quality is improved;
compared to connecting a regular VCR to the
Video input.

-To avoid picture noise (interference), leave

an adequate distance between the VCR and
set.

S-VIDEO

OUT

IN

(R) AUDIO (L) VIDEO

S-VIDEO
IN

(L

) A

U

D

IO

(R

)

V

ID

E

O

M

O

N

O

A

V

2

IN

RL

AUDIO VIDEO

S-VIDEO
IN

L/MONO R

VIDEO

AV

IN

AV

, S-VID

EO

CO

M

P.

AUDIO

IN

< Back panel of the set >

< Back panel of VCR >

Connection to External equipment

12

Watching Cable TV

- After subscribing for a local cable TV station and installing a converter you can watch cable TV.

- For further information of cable TV, contact the local cable TV station.

In using connection 1

Select programme number in programme switch of cable box.
Match the set programme with selected programme of cable box.
Select your desired programme with the remote control for cable box.

In using connection 2
Use the INPUT button on the remote control and select

AV or S-Video.

Tune to cable service provided channels using the cable box.

Watching external AV source

When connecting the set to an external source, match
the colours of AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks on the set
with the output jacks on the audio/video equipment.

Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select

AV or S-Video.

Operate the corresponding external equipment. See
external equipment operating guide.

Cable

TV

(R) AUDIO (L) VIDEO

VCR

RF

Cable

TV

(R) AUDIO (L) VIDEO

VCR

RF

SERVICE

COMPONENT IN

YPbP

r

L/MONO R

VIDEO

AV

IN

AV

, S-VIDEO

COMP. AUDIO IN

ANT. IN

For cable TV

< Cable Box >

< Back panel of the set >

2

1

RL

AUDIO VIDEO

SERVICE

COMPONENT IN

YPbP

r

L/MONO R

VIDEO

AV

IN

AV, S-VIDEO

COMP. AUDIO IN

< Back panel of the set >

Camcorder

Video game set

< Back panel of the external

equipment >

Connection to External equipment

13

HDMI-DTV input signal : 480p-60Hz, 576p-50Hz, 720p-50Hz, 720p-60Hz, 1080i-50Hz, 1080i-60Hz

This TV SET can receive the High-Definition Multimedia Interface(HDMI) or Input of Digital Visual
Interface(DVI).

Connect the signal cable from the monitor output
socket of the PERSONAL COMPUTER to the
HDMI socket of the set.

Connect the audio cable from the PC to the
AUDIO IN sockets of the set.

Press the INPUT button to select

HDMI.

Switch on the HDMI, and the HDMI screen
appears on the set.

HDMI OUTPUTHDMI OUTPUT

(R) (R) AUDIO (L)AUDIO (L)

AUDIO IN
(RGB/DVI)

RGB IN (PC/DTV)

HDMI(DVI)

S-VIDEO
IN

< Back panel of the set >

or

Watching DVD

How to connect

Connect DVD video inputs to Y, Pb, Pr of COM­PONENT (DVD INPUT) and audio inputs to Audio
sockets of AUDIO INPUT.

How to use

Turn on the DVD player, and insert a DVD.

Use INPUT button on the remote control to select

Component. Refer to the DVD player's manual

for operating instructions.

(R) AUDIO (L)

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO
IN

(L

) A

U

D

IO

(R

)

V

ID

E

O

M

O

N

O

A

V

2

IN

B

R

(R) AUDIO (L)

SERVICE

S-VIDEO
IN

COMPONENT IN

YPbP

r

L

/M

O

N

O

R

VIDEO

AV

IN

AV,

S-V

ID

EO

CO

M

P. A U

DIO

IN

< Back panel of the set >

or

Connecting HDMI (DTV)

< Back panel of a DVD player >

• COMPONENT Input ports

You can get better picture quality if you connect DVD
player with COMPONENT input ports as below.

Component input signal : 480i / 576i / 480p / 576p / 720p
/ 1080i

COMPONENT

ports of the set

Y

Pb

Pr

Video output ports

of DVD player

Y
Y
Y
Y

Pb

B-Y

Cb
PB

Pr

R-Y

Cr

P

R

Connection to External equipment

14

Connecting PC (DTV)

Connect the signal cable from the monitor output socket of the
PERSONAL COMPUTER to the RGB IN socket of the set.

Connect the audio cable from the PC to the AUDIO IN sock-
ets of the set.

Press the INPUT button to select

PC-RGB.

Switch on the PC, and the PC screen appears on the set.

Do PC Auto on Menu to adjust the screen automatically.

The set can be operated as the PC monitor.
RGB-DTV input signal : 480p-60Hz, 576p-50Hz, 720p-50Hz,

720p-60Hz, 1080i-50Hz, 1080i-60Hz, 1080p-50Hz, 1080p-60Hz.

RGB OUTPUTRGB OUTPUT

(R) (R) AUDIO (L)AUDIO (L)

AUDIO IN
(RGB/DVI)

RGB IN (PC/DTV)

HDMI(DVI)

S-VIDEO
IN

< Back panel of the set >

or

Connecting Headphone

Insert the headphone plug to the headphone socket of the
set.

You can listen to the sound through the headphone. To
adjust the headphone volume, press the button.

Control the volume of the headphone to the appropriate
level.

Hearing for a long time with the high volume may damage
the eardrum.

Audio Out (26inch model only) : Connect a second TV or
Monitor.

ANT. IN

(R)

(L)

AUDIO
OUT

< Side panel of the set >

Connecting Digital Audio (26inch model only)

- Send the set’s audio to external audio equipment (stereo
system) via the Digital Audio Output (Optical).

Caution : Do not look into the optical output port. Looking at
the laser beam may damage your vision.

How to connect

Connect one end of an optical cable to the TV Digital Audio
(Optical) Output port.

Connect the other end of the optical cable to the digital audio
(optical) input on the audio equipment.

HDMI(DVI)-1 HDMI(DVI)-2

DIGITALAUDIO

(OPTICAL) OUT

< Back panel of the set >

* 26 inch model only

Basic operation

15

On and Off

First, connect power cord correctly.
At this moment the TV switches to standby mode.

If the set is in standby mode, press the POWER, buttons on the remote control handset to switch
it on fully.

Press the POWER button on the remote control handset.

The set reverts to standby mode.

Press the power button again to switch the set standby mode.

Programme selection

You can select a programme number with the or NUMBER buttons.

Volume adjustment

Press the button to adjust the volume.

If you want to switch the sound off, press the MUTE button.
You can cancel it by pressing the MUTE, , SSM or I/II button.

On screen language selection

Press the MENU button and then use

DD / EE

button to select the SETUP menu.

Press the

GG button and then use

DD / EE

button to select Language.

Press the

GG button and then use

DD / EE

button to select your desired language.

All the on screen displays will appear in the selected language.

Repeatedly press the MENU button to return to normal TV viewing.

On Screen Menus

16

- The dialogue between you and your set takes place on screen with an operator menu.
The buttons required for the operating steps are also displayed.

- In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just
example to help the TV operation.

- The OSD (On Screen Display) displays differently depending on the input signal.

Auto
Manual
Edit

E DD

G OK MENU

STATION

CSM
PSM
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness

E DD

G OK MENU

PICTURE

SSM
Balance
Surround
AVL
Audio mode

E DD

G OK MENU

SOUND

Language
Input
ARC

PC-Control
WXGA
VGA

Child lock
New password

E DD

G OK MENU

SETUP

Clock
Off time
On time
Auto sleep

Time zone
D.saving

E DD

G OK MENU

TIME

Press the MENU button and then use

DD / EE

button to display each menu.

Press the

GG button and then use

DD / EE

button to

select a menu item.

Press the

GG button to display the sub menu

or the pull-down menu.

Change the setting of an item in the sub or pull-down
menu with

DD / EE

or FF

/

GG.

You can move to the higher level menu with

FF

button and to move to the lower level menu press the

GG button.

1 2

3 4

- Menus may vary according to input mode.

[ Note ]

Menu selection