Panasonic CT-24SX11U, CT-27SX11U, CT-27SX31U, CT-32SX31U, CT-F2911 Operating Instructions Manual

Color Television
Operating Instructions

®

CT-27SX11
CT-27SX11U
CT-27SX31
CT-27SX31U

CT-32SX31
CT-32SX31U
CT-36SX31
CT-32SX31U

CT-F2911
CT-F2911X
CT-F2921L
CT-F2931

CT-F2931X
CT-F2941L
CT-F3431
CT-F3431X
CT-F3441L

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or
send e-mail to: [e-mail] (USA only)

TQB2AA0372 10409
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WA RNI N G: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back.

No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrow
head within a triangle is
intended to tell the user that
parts inside the product are a
risk of electric shock to persons.

to rain or moisture.

The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing instructions are i n
the papers with the appliance.

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ABLE OF CONTENTS

T able of Contents

Feature Comparison Chart ......................................3

Congratulations........................................................4

Customer Record .................................................. ...... ....... ...... 4

Care and Cleaning ...................................................................4

Specifications ...........................................................................4

Installation.................................................................5

Television Location...................................................................5

Optional Cable Connections.....................................................6

AC Power Supply Cord ............................................................6

Cable / Antenna Connection ....................................................6

Optional Equipment Connections...........................7

VCR Connection (CT-27SX11/U) ..................................................7

Cable Box Connection
VCR and Cable Box Connection

VCR Connection ....................................................................10

Cable Box Connection ...........................................................11

VCR and Cable Box Connection ...........................................12

Program Out Connection (Prog. Out) ....................................13

Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp) ...................................13

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or

DVD Player Connection.......................................................14

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation ........................15

Main Menu...............................................................16

Remote Control Buttons.........................................................16

Remote Control Guide............................................................16

Main Menu Feature Chart.......................................17

Special Features.....................................................20

Menu Languages....................................................................20

Program Channels .................................................................20

CC (Closed Captioning) .........................................................20

Other Adjustments .................................................................21

Sleep Timer. ...... ....... ...... ........................................................22

Timer.............................. ....... ...... ...........................................22

Picture - Video Adjustments...................................................23

Picture - Other Adjustments...................................................23

Channels - Caption.................................................................24

Video Input Skip Feature........................................................24

Lock - Mode............................................................................25

Troubleshooting Chart...........................................26

Read these instructions completely before operating TV.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Copyright 2001 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.

(CT-27SX11/U) .........................................8

(CT-27SX11/U)..........................9

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Feature Comparison Chart

MODELS

F

EATURE COMPARISON CHART

FEATURES

MENU LANGUAGE

ENG/SPAN/FR

NO PIP

2 TUNER PIP

VIDEO INPUT

PICTURE MEMORY

V-CHIP CAPABILITY

75 OHM INPUT

2RF

CHANNEL INFO BANNER

VIDEO INPUT SKIP

VIDEO NORM

AUDIO NORM

CT - 27 SX11

r r r r r r r r

r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

CT-27SX11U

CT-27SX31

r r r r r r

r r r r r r

CT - 27 SX31U

CT-32SX31

CT - 32 SX31U

CT-36SX31

CT - 36 SX31U

A/V JACKS AUDIO SPECIAL FEATURES

STEREO

AI SOUND

BASS/BALANCE/TREBLE

SURROUND

BBE

A/V IN

(REAR/FRONT)

AUDIO OUT

A/V PROGRAM OUT

S-VHS INPUT

COMPONENT INPUT

HEADPHONE JACK

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

3

(2/1)3 (2/1)3 (2/1)3 (2/1)3 (2/1)3 (2/1)3 (2/1)3 (2/1)

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r

2
1/1

2
1/1

r r r r r r r r

r r r r r r r r

2
1/1

2
1/1

2
1/1

2
1/1

2
1/1

2

1/1

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ONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations

Your new Panasonic Tau television is designed to provide state-of-the-art picture
quality and features an innovative PureFlat

compact, elegant styling is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was
thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best performance.

Customer Record

The model and serial number of this product are loc ated on the back of the TV. You
should note the model and serial number in the space provided and retain as a
permanent record of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event of theft or
loss. Product registraton for U.S. customers is available at: www.prodreg.com/
panasonic.

Model
Number

Serial
Number

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn TV Off)

r Use a mild soap solution or window cleaner with a soft clean cloth. DO NOT USE

ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

r Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

Note: Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly on the screen.

TM

picture tube. The new gray cabinet with

Cabinet and Remote Control

r For cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent

solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

r Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Specifications

Power Source

CT-27SX11 (2.4A) CT-32SX31 (3.0A) CT-36SX31 (3.0A)
CT-27SX11U (2.4A) CT-32SX31U (3.0A) CT-36SX31U (3.0A)
CT-27SX31 (2.5A)
CT-27SX31U (2.5A)

Channel Capability - 181 VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-113

Video Input Jacks 1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

Audio Input Jacks 500mV RMS 47K Ohm

Audio Output Jacks 0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm

Component Input (Y / PB / PR)

S-Video Input Jacks S-Video (Y-C) Connector

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

120V AC, 60Hz

75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

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Installation

Television Location

This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center.
Consult your dealer for available options.

r Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.
r Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal

component failure.

r Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.
r Keep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external sp eakers.

CAUTION: Use this television receiver only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use c aution when moving th e c art/ apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over. In order to avoid injury to children, never place your
television receiver on a piece of furniture that is capable of being tilted by a child
leaning on it, pulling on it, standing on it, or climbing on it.

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CT-27SX11/CT-27SX11U:

CAUTION:

Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible
injury.

This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-27SX31P stand.

CT-27SX31/CT-27SX31U:

CAUTION:

Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible
injury.

This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-27SX31P stand.

CT-32SX31/CT-32SX31U:

CAUTION:

Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible
injury.

This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-32SX31P stand.

CT-36SX31/CT-36SX31U:

CAUTION:

Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible
injury.

This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-36SX31P stand.

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Optional Cable Connections

Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best
results:

r Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.
r Use appropriate input and output connectors, that match your component connectors.
r Avoid long cables to minimize interference.

AC Power Supply Cord

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY
INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WI TH A RECEP TACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO
PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

PROTECT POWER CORDS FROM BEING WALKED ON, ROLLED OVER,
CRIMPED, BENT OR PINCHED, PARTICULARLY AT PLUGS, CONVENIENCE
RECEPTACLES, AND THE POINT WHERE THEY EXIT FROM THE APPARATUS.

Polarized plug

Cable / Antenna Connection

For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.

Cable Connection

Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.

Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception.

Check with your local cable company for compatibility
requirements.

Antenna Connections

r For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best

reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.

r Antenna Mode must be set to TV.

Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna
users must change to Antenna Mode in the
Setup Menu.

Incoming Cable from

Cable Company

75 Ohm VHF/UHF

on back of TV

ncoming Cable from

Home Antenna

Cable Preset

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Optional Equipment Connections

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING USE OF VIDEO GAMES,
COMPUTERS, DSS OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS.

The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent “shadow image” on
the picture tube. This background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of a
stationary fixed image. This type of irreversible picture tube deterioration can be limited by
observin g the following steps:

A. Reduce the brightness/contrast setting to a minimum viewing level.
B. Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time.
C. Turn the power off when not in actual use.

Note: The marking or retained image on the picture tube resulting from fixed image

VCR Connection

(For models CT-27SX11/U)

VCRs, video disc pl ayers, video game equipmen t, and DSS equipment can also b e
connected to the video inputs. See the optional equipment manual for more
information.

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use is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by Warranty. This
product is not designed to display fixed image patterns for extended periods
of time.

ANT

Note: VIDEO 1input is a dual-purpose input. It is primarily intended for connection

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

AUDIO

R

P

P

B

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

S-VIDEO

with 480i devices such as a DVD player using the Y P

component video

B PR

jacks and Audio L & R jacks. However, it can also be connected to
conventional co mp osite video sourc es su ch as a VCR, u sing o nly th e Y/V ide o
jack and Audio L & R jacks. The on-screen label will display Component or
Video 1 depending on which source is connected.

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

VCR

VIDEO OUT

L

AUDIO OUT

R

ANT IN

ANT OUT

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R HPJ

Jack used for 1/8"

headpone plug

Procedure

1. Connect equipment as shown to front or rear Audio/Video input jacks.

2. Select the Video mode by pressing TV/VIDEO button.

3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

TERMINALS ON FRONT OF TV

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CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

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Cable Box Connection

(For models CT-27SX11/U)

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.

INCOMING

CABLE

CABLE BOX

ANT IN

ANT OUT

ANT

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

AUDIO

R

P

P

B

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO

INPUT 2

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable

box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference

Guide.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure

1. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4 depending the RF out setting of the cable box.

2. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.

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VCR and Cable Box Connection

(For models CT-27SX11/U)

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.

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ANT

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

AUDIO

R

P

P

B

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

S-VIDEO

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Use either the

L

TO AUDIO

S- Vi deo or V ideo
connecti on.

AMP

R

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANT OUT

VCR

L

R

ANT IN

CABLE BOX

ANT OUT

ANT IN

Incoming Cable

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and

cable box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick

Reference Guide.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure

1. Tune the television to CH 3 or CH 4 depending on the Cable box RF out.

2. Using the cable vox, tune to the premium caable channel you want to view.

Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure

1. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input ( VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

2. Turn the VCR ON.

3. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

4. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to record.

5. Begin recording.

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VCR Connection

(For models CT-27SX31/U, CT-32SX31/U, and CT-36SX31/U)

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a VCR only.

Note: VIDEO 1input is a dual-purpose input. It is primarily intended for connection

with 480i devices such as a DVD player using the Y P

component video

B PR

jacks and Audio L & R jacks. However, it can also be connected to
conventional co mp osite video sourc es su ch as a VCR, u sing o nly th e Y/V ide o
jack and Audio L & R jacks. The on-screen label will display Component or
Video 1 depending on which source is connected.

VCR

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANT OUT

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R HPJ

TERMINALS ON FRONT OF TV

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the

Viewing a television program
Procedure

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to the television program you want to view.

Viewing a video
Procedure

r

Option A

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

3. Begin the video.

r

Option B

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to Ch annel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

3. Begin the video.

ANT IN

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV (may vary)

AUDIO

Incoming
Cable

L

R

Jack used for 1/8"

headpone plug

ANT 1

SPLIT

OUT

ANT 2

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

R

P

P

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

B

INPUT 1

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

S-VIDEO

PROG.

OUT

Use either the

L

TO AUDIO

S- Vi deo or Video

AMP

connection.

R

VCR. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick

Reference Guide.

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VCR Connection (cont.)
Recording a television program
Procedure

r

Option A (Recording a nd vi ewing the same program)

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to Ch annel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

3. Using the VC R, tu ne t o the t el evision program you want to record.

4. Begin recor ding.

r

Option B (Recording o ne pr ogram while viewing another program)

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

3. Using the VC R, tu ne t o the t el evision program you want to record.

4. Begin recor ding.

5. Press the TV/VIDEO bu tton on the remote control to switch back t o TV m ode.

6. Tune the television to the television program you want to view.

Cable Box Connection

(For models CT-27SX31/U, CT-32SX31/U and CT-36SX31/U.)

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.

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CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV (may vary)

AUDIO

R

P

P

B

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO

INPUT 2

L

R

PROG.

OUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

CABLE BOX

ANT IN

ANT OUT

INCOMING

CABLE

ANT 1

SPLIT

OUT

ANT 2

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable

box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference
Guide.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channel s).

2. Tune the television to Channel 3.

3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.

Note: To use special features such as Favori te Channe ls and Channel C aptio ns (se e Specia l

Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.

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VCR and Cable Box Connection

(For models CT-27SX31/U, CT-32SX31/U, and CT-36SX31/U)

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

ANT IN

VCR

ANT OUT

Incoming
Cable

L

R

CABLE BOX

ANT IN

ANT OUT

ANT 1

SPLIT

OUT

ANT 2

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV (may vary)

AUDIO

R

P

P

B

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO

INPUT 2

PROG.

OUT

Use either the

L

S-Video or V ideo

TO AUDIO

connection.

R

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and

cable box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick

Reference Guide.

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channel s).

2. Tune the television to Channel 3.

3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.

Note: To use special features such as Favori te Channe ls and Channel C aptio ns (se e Specia l

Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.

Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan .

2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input ( VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

3. Turn the VCR ON.

4. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

5. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to record.

6. Begin recording.

Note: To view a different channel while recording:

• Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.

• Press the TV/VIDEO but ton on the remote control to select TV mode.

• Tune the television to a television program (except another premium cable channel).

AMP

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Program Out Connection (PROG. OUT)

(For models CT-27SX31/U, CT-32SX31/U, and CT-36SX31/U)

To use the TV audio and video with optional video equipment, use PROG. OUT and TO AUDIO
AMP terminals on the back of the TV.

Note: When a component input video signal is connected to Video 1 (Y, P

main picture is Component, the Program output video will be luminance signal (no color).

Procedure

1. Connect optional video equipment to PROG. OUT video and TO AUDIO AMP R/L
Audio terminals.

2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as the on screen display.

See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording or monitoring.

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) terminals, and the TV

B, PR

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

MONITOR VCR

OR

ANT 1

SPLIT

OUT

ANT 2

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV (may va ry)

AUDIO

R

P

P

B

R

RL

COMPONENT

L

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

S-VIDEO

Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp)

Connect to an external audio amplifier input for listening to a stereo system.

Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.

Audio Adjustments

1. Select TV SPEAKERS ON from AUDIO menu.

2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.

3. Adjust TV volume to desired level.

4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.

5. Select TV SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from AUDIO menu.

6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the TV.

Note: In OFF&FAO the volume is controlled by the external amplifier.

PROG.

OUT

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

External Amplifier

ANT 1

SPLIT

OUT

ANT 2

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV (may vary)

INPUT 1

AUDIO

R

P

R

RL

L

P

B

COMPONENT

VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

INPUT 2

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

PROG.

OUT

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

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Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Player Connection

Use this diagram to con nect the Panasoni c DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) to the
back of your TV.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF DTV-STB OR DVD PLAYER

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

DIGITAL OUTPUT

R-AUDIO-

L

P

Y

R-AUDIO-LVIDE

P

B

NTSC OUTPUT

R

S-

O

VIDEO

Notes:

r There are three video inputs, Y, PB, and PR. Separate component color inputs provide

luminance and color separation. Use the L (left) and R (right) audio inputs.

r Select DTV-STB to 480i output mode. TV set can receive 480i signal only.

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

AUDIO

R

P

R

RL

L

P

B

(MAY VARY)

INPUT 1

COMPONENT
VIDEO INPUT

Y/VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 2

PROG.

OUT

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

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Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

(For models CT-27SX31/U, CT-32SX31/U, and CT-36SX31/U)

This television includes a two tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows
watching two (2) li ve broadcasts at the same time with or without an exte rnal video
source (VCR).

Basic PIP Operation
Procedure

Press the PIP button on the remote control to display the

Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only.

1. Choose channels for the
up/down buttons.

2. Choose channels for the
buttons or by using the numeric keypad.

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PIP

frame ons c reen.

PIP

frame by pressing the remote control PIP CHANNEL

Main Picture

by pressing the remote control CH up/down

SWAP Button

The SWAP button switches the PIP and Main
Picture source. Press the RECALL button for
onscreen PIP and Main Picture source status.

PIP Operation with a Cable Box

(For connections - refer to page 11)

Procedure

r To view premium (scrambled) cable channels through your cable box in the

Note: Use this procedure if you want to watch premium cable channels in the Main Picture

while viewing a television program or video in the PIP frame.

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channel s).

2. Tune television to Channel 3.

3. Press the PIP button on the remote control to display the

Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only.

4. Verify the cable box is ON.

5. Choose channels for the

6. Choose channels for the
and using the PIP CHANNEL up/down buttons.

Note: Swap is not available wh en usin g the cable box to tune cha nnels . If your cab le box ha s

a video output, it can be connected to the television to allow you to use all PIP
functions. See the equipment manual for more information. (Tune the PIP to the video
input connected to the cable box).

Main Picture

PIP frame

by tuning the cable box.

by pressing the TV button on the remote control

PIP

frame ons c reen.

Main Pictur e

:

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M

AIN MENU

Main Menu

Main Menu

EXIT

Procedures

1. Press the ACTION button on the remote control to display Main Menu.

2. Press the CH up/down or VOL right/left button to highlight the desired icon.

3. Press the ACTION button to display icon features and submenus.

4. Press the CH up/down buttons to select desired icon features.

5. Press the VOL right button to highlight submenus.

6. Press the CH up/down to select desired submenu.

7. Press the VOL right/left button to select or adjust submenu.

8. Press the ACTION button repeatedly to exit menus.

Remote Control Buttons

Remote ACTION / Navigation Button

CH

VOLVOL

CH

Remote Control Guide

The Remo te Control Quick Reference Guide is located within the package provided
with this TV.

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Main Menu Feature Chart

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AIN MENU FEATURE CHART

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ESCRIPTION

SET UP

LANGUAGES

PROG. CHAN

(Program Channels)

CC

(Closed Captioning)

OTHER ADJ.

r Select English, Spanish, or French menu.
r MODE - Sele ct Cable or TV. See Installa-

tion section in manual.

r AUTO PROGRAM - Automatically program

channels having a signal into memory.

r MANUAL PROGRAM - Manually add or

delete channels from memory.

r CC ON MUTE - Activate C1-C2 for Closed

Captioning display when the remote MUTE
button is pressed.

r CC MODE - Select C1 or C2 for Closed

Captioning, program guides and other
information.

r AUTO POWER ON - Select SET to power

up the TV at th e same time as the Cable
Box or other components or select OFF.

r CHAN BANNER - Select ON to display

onscreen banner when changing channels.

Note: Press RECALL to display onscreen

Channel Banner at any time.

r GEOMAGNETIC CORR - Use to adjust the

discoloration (some models) or tilt (some

models) due to earth’s magnetic field in
the area.

AUDIO ADJ.

(Adjustments)

AUDIO

r MODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second

Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO
when stereo signal is weak.)

r BASS - Increase or decrease the bass

response.

r TREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble

response.

r BALANCE - Emphasize the left/right

speaker volume.

r NORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE and

BALANCE to factory default.

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