Panasonic CT-3696VY-1 User Manual

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

CT- 3696VY-1

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Contents subject to change without notice or obligation.

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of America. All nghts reserved. Unauthorixed
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Table of Contents

Specifications
Safety Instructions
Introduction

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Average Power Consumption ............................... 6

Important Information

FCC Statement
FCC Caution

Installation

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Television Location............................................ 8

Optional External Equipment Connections
AC Power Supply Cord
Remote Control Battery Installation
TV Antenna/Cable Connections
Other Video Equipment

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Care And Cleaning............................................ 9

Location of Controls (TV/Monitor)

Quick Reference Control Operation

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Location Of Control For The Home Theater Remote

Unit .............................................................. 11

Basic Remote Control Functions

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Remote Control Quick Reference Functional

Key Chart.......................................................12

Special Functions

Multi Button

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Recall Button..................................................... 14

R-Tune (Rapid Tune) Button............................. 14

Optional Equipment Connection and Operation . 15

Stereo Connection (To Audio AMP) ................. 15

Video/Audio Connection

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15

TV MODE

Trilingual Animated Icons

TV Mode Icons...............................................16

Menu Language Selection.................................16

Picture Adjustments

Picture Norm

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Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture and

Sharpness Adjustments ............................. 16

Color Temp.................................................... 17

Auto Color
Video NR

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Audio Adjustments ............................................18

Audio Norm ................................................. 18

Bass, Treble and Balance

Mode - Stereo/SAP/Mono ........................... 18

Speaker ........................................................ 19

Surround ....................................................... 19

Al Sound ....................................................... 19

TV/PC/DTV........................................................20

Set Up Features

Clock Auto

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Clock Manual ...............................................22

Set Day

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Auto Power On
Geomagnetic Corr (Correction)

Mode ...........................................................................23

Auto Program

Manual Program ........................................................24

Closed Caption On Mute
Closed Caption Mode

Timer Features ...............................................................26

Sieep Timer.................................................................26

Program Timer

Input Select

Favorite Channel

Channel Scan
Favorite Channel Select

Channel Caption..............................................................28

Preset Caption

Manual Caption ..........................................................29

Lockout Features

Lockout Mode

Unlock ........................................................................31

Control Panel Lock Feature ..........................................31

Programming the Home Theater Remote .......................32

Infrared Remote Codes For Components................32

VCR Infrared Codes index
Cable Box and CD Players

Infrared Codes Index

Cassette Players, Receivers, and Amplifiers

Infrared Codes Index

Laser Disc, DSS, and DVD

Infrared Codes Index

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PC MODE

PC Input Connection (Rear)...........................................37

PC Input Connection (Front)..........................................38

TV/PC/DTV

Trilingual Animated Icons ..............................................39

PC Mode Icons

Picture Adjustments.......................................................39

Picture Norm...............................................................39

Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture and

Color Temp ................................................................40

Audio Adjustments.........................................................40

Audio Norm.................................................................40

Bass, Treble and Balance..........................................40

Speaker

Surround ....................................................................41

Al Sound

Set Up Features

Auto Power On

Geomagnetic Corr (Correction)

Input Select ....................................................................42

Display Adj .....................................................................43

Display Adjust Chart .................................................43

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Sharpness Adjustments.........................................39

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Table of Contents (cont.)

DTV MODE

Components Video Connection.......................44

TV/PC/DTV
Trilingual Animated Icons

DTV Mode Icons

Picture Adjustments.......................................................45

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Picture Norm............................................... 45

Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture and

Sharpness Adjustments

Color Temp

Audio Adjustments.........................................................46

Audio Norm

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Bass, Treble and Balance............................46

Specifications

Power Source:
Channel Capability:

Video Input Jacks (2):
Audio Input Jacks (2):
To Audio Amp Jacks:
S-Video Input Jack (2):
DTV Input Jacks:
Stereo Sound:
Surround Sound:

120V ac, 60Hz
181 channels (See chart)
VHF2-13, UHF 14^-69.
Cable 125 channels

IV p-p, 75 ohm, phono jack type
500mV rms, 47K ohm
0-2.0V rms 4.7K ohm
S-Video (Y-C) Connector
Component Video (Y, ft , Bt )
NTSC with DBX Noise Reduction
Matrix

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Speaker
Surround
Al Sound

Set Up Features ...............................................................48

Auto Power On
Aspect Ratio
Color Matrix
Geomagnetic Corr (Correction)

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Chart

Computer Resolution Set Up For Windows 95 . 50
Computer Resolution Set Up For Windows 3.X . 51

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Channel Capability Chart

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CHANNELS

VHF 12
UHF 56
CABLE (Mid-Band)
CABLE (Super Band)
CABLE (Hyper Band)
CABLE (Ultra Band)

TOTAL CHANNELS

15
14
28
56

181

47
47
47

48

48
48
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Computer Monitor Specifications

PC and Mac Compatible
Viewable Image Size
Dot Pitch
Multi-scan Rate
Horizontal Frequency Range
Vertical Frequency Range
Max. Data Resolution
Linearity Correction
S-Curve Correction
Dynamic Astigmatism and

Focus Correction
Audio Input-computer
Computer Input

Yes

36.0 inches
Data Grade
Yes

15 kHz to 38 kHz
50 Hz to 120 Hz
800 x 600 @ 60 Hz
Automatic
Yes

Yes
Mini-jack on front panel
2-Front and rear 15-pin connector

Signal Capability Chart

Signal Format

NTSC
VGA 640 X 480
VGA text
VGA 640 X 480
SVGA 800 X 600
MAC2 640 X 480

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Horiz.

31.5
31,5 kHz 70 Hz

31.5

37.9 kHz
35

notice

Freq.

15.75

kHz 60
kHz

kHz
kHz

or obligation.

Vert. Freq

Hz Ir

70 Hz

Hz

60

Hz

60

Hz

66.6

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Safety Instructions

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: 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

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

A

The exclamation point within
a triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing instructions are

in the papers with the

appliance.

Note To CATV System Installer; This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer’s attention to Article

820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Safety Instructions For Television Receivers

1. Read and apply the operating instructions provided with your television receiver.

2. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them for later use.

3. Unplug this television receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning.. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use attachments not recommended by the television receiver manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

5. Do not use this television receiver near water. For example: Avoid placing it near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or

laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

6. Do not place this television receiver on an unstable cart, stand or table. The television receiver may fall, causing serious

injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the television receiver. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions,

and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.

6A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and

uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure

reliable operation of the television receiver and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or

covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the television receiver on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar

surface. This television receiver should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This television receiver
should not be placed In a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

8. Operate 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 television dealer or local power company. For television receivers designed to
operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

9. This television receiver is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade widerthan the

other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If

the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do

not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.

10. Do not allow anything to rest on the power
cord. Do not locate this television receiver
where the cord will be damaged by people
walking on it.

11. Follow all warnings and instructions marked

on the television receiver.

12. Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in fire or electric

shock.

13. Never push objects of any kind into this
television receiver through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or

short out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the television receiver.

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14. If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. In the U.S. Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code and in Canada Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
See Figure.

15. For added protection for this television receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the receiver due to

lightning and power-line surges.

16. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17. Unplug this television receiver from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

If liquid has been spilled into the television receiver.

b.

If the television receiver has been exposed to rain or water.

c.

If the television receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

d.

that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the television receiver to normal operation.

If the television receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

e.

When the television receiver exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

f.

18. Do not attempt to service this television receiver yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the

manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.

20. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this television receiver, ask the service technician to perform routine safety
checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.

21. WARNING: To prevent fife or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

22. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NOTE: This equipment is designed to operate in the U.S.A., Canada and other countries where the broadcasting system and

AC house current is exactly the same as in the U.S.A. and Canada.

Important Information Regarding Use of Video Games, Computers, Teletext 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 observing 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 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.

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Congratulations on Your New Purchase

Your new Monitor features an all solid state chassis which is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was thor
oughly tested and adjusted at the factory for best performance.

In order for you to take full advantage of your new Monitor, please read and follow the installation and operating instructions

contained herein.

Customer’s Record

The model and serial number of this product may be found on its back cover. You should note the model and serial number

in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of

theft or loss.

Model Number: Serial Number:

Technical Support or Service Center information for your Monitor is available on the

Internet at:

For Technical Assistance; Call 800-524-1448, Monday-Friday (9 a.m-5 p.m EST), For your locai Service Center: Call 800-526-6610.

www.panasonic.com or E-Mail at: [e-mail]

Average Power Consumption

TV Mode

VGA

Mode

SVGA

Mode Mode

180W 170W 175W

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Standby

1.7W

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

FCC STATEMENT:

This equipment was tested and found to comply within 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 installation.

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 with radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by tuning the equipment on and off, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one

or more of the following measures:

• Reposition or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and
radio/TV receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the radio/TV is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

FCC CAUTION:

Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any
changes or modifications to this monitor not
expressly approved by Matsushita Electric
Corporation of America couid cause harmfui
interference and wouid void the user’s authority to
operate this device.

To assure continued compliance, the shielded video
cable with bonded ferrite cores provided must be
used when connecting this TV to a computer device.
(Part # TSX4515-3). The TDK EMI filter, also provided.
Part #ANF-106U, must be used to plug this TV into a
grounding type outlet

CANADIAN NOTICE:
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements
of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

Regulations.

AVIS CANADIEN:

Cet appareil numérique de ia classe B respecte toutes

les exigences du règlement sur le matériel brouilleur
du Canada.

technician for assistance.

Important: Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

PANASONIC BROADCAST AND DIGITAL

SYSTEMS COMPANY

Responsible party:
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way

Secaucus, NJ 07094
U.S.A.

Telephone number: 1-800-524-1448
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-F, EST) or

EMAIL: PBTSSUPPORT @ PANASONlC.COM

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.

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Installation

Vídeo Monitor Location

This video Monitor is intended to be used with an optionai stand. Consult your dealer for available options.
Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.

Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitter range. '
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.
To insure optimum color purity do not position equipment containing magnets (motors, fans, external speakers, etc.) nearby.

Optional External Equipment Connections

The AudioA/ideo connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best
performance, video cables should be of 75 ohm type coaxial shielded cables. Cables are available from your dealer or
electronic supply house.

Before you purchase any cables, check out the type of output and input connectors your various components require.

Also determine the length of cable you will need.

Power Supply Cord

MAKE SURE PLUG IS INSERTED FULLY INTO THE EMI FILTER. SEE PAGE 7

ILLUSTRATION.
This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug—a plug with two blades and

a third pin which is round. This plug will only fit into a grounding type outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. DO NOT DEFEATTHE SAFETY PURPOSE OF

THE GROUNDING TYPE PLUG.

NOTE: Two RCA to BNC adaptor is supplied with the Monitor/Receiver.

RCA to BNC Adaptor

(supplied)

Remote Control Battery Installation

Batteries: Use two “AA” batteries.

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on back of
the remote.

2. Install the batteries in the battery compartment.
(Polarity (+) or (-) must be correct.)

3. Reattach the battery cover.

Helpful Hints:

For frequent Remote Control users, replace old batteries with

Alkaiine batteries for longer life.

Precaution on Battery Use

incorrect instaliation can cause battery leakage and corrosion

that will damage the Remote Control.

Observe the Following Precautions:

1. Batteries must be replaced as a pair.

2. Do not combine a used battery with a new one.

3. Do not mix battery types (Example: "Zinc Carbon" with "Alkaline”).

4. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used
batteries.

5. Battery replacement is necessary when Remote Control reacts
sporadically or stops operating the television.

NOTE:

Whenever you remove the batteries to replace
them, you may need to reset the Remote Control

Infrared Codes. We recommend that you initially

record the codes in the Infrared Remote Codes for
Specific Components section, priorto setting up the
remote.

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Installation (Cont)

Antenna/Cable Connections

Antenna Connection - For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external

antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is recommended. In the

SETUP menu, set the MODE to TV. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.) c

Indoor

Incoming Cable from Home Antenna

Typical VHFAJHF Antenna

75 Ohm

VHF/UHF

on Back of Set

VHF/UHF „„„

on Back of Set 300 Ohm

or

300 to 75 ohm Matching
Transformer (Not Included)

Cable Connection - For reception of cable channels, connect the cable supplied by your local cable company. In the

SETUP menu, set the MODE to CABLE. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.)

Incoming Cable from Cable Company

75 Ohm

VHFAJHF

on Back of Set

NOTE: Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference, or have premium (scrambled) channels. A

cable converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local Cable company for compatibility

requirements.

Other Video Equipment

VCRs, Video Disc Players, Computers, TV games, and DSS equipment can also be connected to the antenna input

connection.

Care and Cleaning

Screen (Turn Monitor off)

Use a mild soap solution or window cleaner and a clean cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. Avoid excessive
moisture and wipe dry.

Plastic Cabinet

Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent solution and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth.
Avoid excessive moisture. Do not use benzene, thinners or other petroleum-based cleaners.

Remote Control Transmitter

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Avoid excessive
moisture. Do not use benzene, thinners or other petroleum-based cleaners.

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Location of Controls (TV/Monitor)

Push here to

Front Control Panel

POWER ^VOLUME^ ▼ CHANNEL^ ACTION INPUT

open door

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Quick Reference Control Operation

(T)

Power Button - Press to turn television ON or OFF.

Volume Buttons - Press to adjust Sound Level, Audio and Video Menus and to select operating features

when menus are displayed.

(D Channel Buttons - Press to select programmed channels or to highlight desired features when menus

are displayed.

(5) Action Button - Press to display Main Menu and access or exit On Screen feature and Adjustment Menus.

(D Input Button - TV Mode press to select TV or one of two Video Inputs. PC Mode press to select Front or

Rear PC Input.

© Audio Input - Use Front PC Audio input jack when connected to a PC sound source Audio output.

® PC Input - Connect to a computer having a 15-pin output terminal.

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Location of Controls for the Home Theater Remote Unit

Basic Remote Control Functions

The following is a basic overview of the remote control
unit for TV/Monitor operation. Ensure the TV mode

button is selected by initially pressing .

(T) Power Button - Press to turn the TV ON or OFF.

^Volume Buttons - Press to adjust TV sound level.

Use with Channel buttons to navigate in menus.

©Channel Buttons - Press to select channels. Use

with Volume buttons to navigate in menus.

@ Action Button - Press to display Main Menu and

access or exit On-Screen feature and Adjustment
Menus.

® Input Button - Press to select TV or one of two (2)

Video Inputs. Also used to select Front or Rear PC
Input.

©Mute Button - Press to mute sound. A second

press returns sound.

©Numeric Keypad (0 through 9 Buttons) - Press

desired channel to access any channel.

0 ms

" ^ 'IRi

® R-Tune (Rapid Tune) Button - Switches between

two (2) channels.

@ Recall Button - Press to display Time, Status or

Sleep Timer, Channel, Video Mode, Channel
Caption (Station Identifier), and Audio Mode.

Home Theater

Remote Control

TNQ2AE012

©Multi Button - Programmable to operate up to six

(6) Remote Function buttons simultaneously.

©VCR Functions Buttons - Programmable to

operate many brands of VCR’s.

©Mode Selection Buttons - Selects the operations

mode for the remote control.

©VCR/DSS Channel Buttons - These buttons are

used to select VCR or DSS channels (Up/Down).

Helpful Hints:

If the selected component does not respond to the
remote control, ensure that the proper mode is

selected. First, press the Mode Selection Button
that corresponds to that component. For example,
after first pressing the TV mode button, the remote

will remain in the TV mode for any following

commands. If a different mode button is pressed

while operating the television, the TV mode button

must be pressed again to reset the TV mode
condition.

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Remote Control

Quick Reference Functional Key Chart

KEY MODE FUNCTION

© © (3)

© © ©
© © ®

©

(MUL^

(INP^

gPQW^

(MUTE)

TV
VCR, VCR 2
CABLE, DSS

RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER

CD PLAYER

LD PLAYER

ALL COMPONENTS

TV

ALL COMPONENTS

TV, DSS, VCR, VCR 2 LDP

CABLE
RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER

TV

Selects Channel
Selects Channel
Selects Channel

© Selects Tuner
® Selects CD Player
® Selects Tape Cassette Player
® VCR 1
® VCR 2

Selects Track Number
Selects Track Number

Programmable Button That Can Operate Up To Six (6) Remote
Functions At Once

Select the TV Input Mode
Also Selects Front or Rear PC Input

Turns On and Off Selected Components

Mutes TV Audio
Mutes Audio
Mutes Audio

TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

css3

Qid

CABLE

DSS {DIGITAL SATELLITE

SYSTEM)

VCR

RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER

COMPACT DISC

CASSETTE DECK,

VCR 2, DVD

LASER DISC PLAYER

TV
CABLE
DSS
LDP
CD

RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER
DVD

TV
CABLE
DSS

RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER

VCR, VCR 2

LDP

Cable Mode Selection for Remote Control

DSS Mode Selection for Remote Control

VCR Mode Selection for Remote Control

Receiver/Amplifier Mode Selection for Remote Control

CD Mode Selection for Remote Control

AUX Mode Selection for Remote Control
Enables User to Operate a Cassette Deck, Digital Video Disc or
Second VCR

LD Mode Selection for Remote Control

Channel Up/Down, Menu Navigation
Channel Up/Down
DSS Guides and Menu Navigation
Skip

FF, REW
Preset or Tuning Frequency

Skip FWD/Skip REW
Volume Up/Down, Menu Navigation

Volume Up/Down
DSS Guides and Menu Navigation
Volume Up/Down
TV Volume Up/Down
TV Volume Up/Down

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Remote Control

Quick Reference Functional Key Chart (cont’d.)

(R-TUNE)

^lACTIOtj]

REW

PLAY

[>-

MODE

LDP

TV
CABLE
VCR, VCR 2

DSS

RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER
CD
AUTO TAPE RECORDER

TV

DSS

TV

DSS
VCR, VCR 2
LDP

DSS
VCR, VCR 2
LDP
TAPE
CD
DVD

DSS
VCR, VCR 2
LDP
TAPE
CD
DVD

FUNCTION

A/B Repeat
Switches Between Two (2) Channels
Switches Between Two (2) Channels
Switches Between Two (2) Channels
Switches Between Two (2) Channels
Switches Between AM and FM
Selects Next Disc
Selects Audio Tape Recorder A or B

Activates TV Menus
Acts as Menu Button for DSS

Displays Channel, Sleep Time, Channel Caption, Time and
Audio Mode
Displays Current DSS Settings
Displays Current VCR Settings
Displays Current LDP Settings

DSS Guide
Rewind
Rewind
Rewind
Selects Previous Track
Rewind

Enter/Select
Play
Play
Play (in Normal Direction)
Play
Play

FF

REC

STOP

PAUSE

TV/VCR

o

VCR/DBS CH

DSS
VCR, VCR 2
LDP
TAPE
CD
DVD

DSS
VCR, VCR 2

TAPE
CABLE

DVD

VCR, VCR 2

LDP

TAPE
CD
CABLE

DVD
VCR, VCR 2
LDP
TAPE
CD
CABLE

VCR, VCR 2
DSS
CABLE

VCR, VCR 2
DSS

Exit/Clear
Fast Forward
Fast Forward
Fast Fonward

Selects Next Track

Fast Fonward

One Touch Record in DSS Mode

Record
Record

VCR Record
Stop

Stop
Stop
Stop
Stop
VCR Stop

Pause
Pause
Pause
Pause
Pause
VCR Pause

Selects TVA/CR Mode
Selects TV/DSS Mode
Selects TVA/CR Mode

Channel Up/Down
Channel Up/Down

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Special Functions

MULTI Button

The MULTI Button can be programmed to issue
several commands at the same time.

Example; TV Power/On, VCR Power/ON, and Cable

Box Power/On.

Procedure:

1. Enter proper infrared codes for all devices before
programming. See code section.

2. Point your Remote Control Transmitter away from
all equipment remote sensors, then:

The following is a flow chart example of remote
functions that can be programmed into the

button:

PRESS AT THE SAME TIME

PRESS

Press and

keep holding

Release after 3

seconds

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Press and keep

holding for 3

seconds

(mul^

Press

Pressing the cmultp» button will now activate the VCR
Power/On, Cable Box Power/On, and the Receiver
Power/On at the same time.

RECALL Button

Press the RECALL Button to review:
(T) Audio Mode status

CH number or Video Input selected
Channel Caption (Station Identifier)

Clock time
Sleep Timer status

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NOTE: Waiting more than 30 seconds without pressing

another button will exit the programming mode.

3. Press a maximum of 6 function buttons on the
Remote Control. Each button you press is equal to
one function. If 6 Remote button functions are
entered, all will register in the button
memory when the sequence is entered. When

finished, press the cmultP' to exit the programming

mode.

NOTE: Buttons which continuously perform a function

as long as pressed (Volume Up/Down, Channel

Up/Down, etc.) cannot be programmed; only those
buttons which perform a function when initially
pressed {Power On/Off, Mute, Direct Channel
Entry, etc.) can be programmed.

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R-TUNE Button

Pressing the R-TUNE (RAPID TUNE) button toggles to
the previously tuned program.

PROGRAM

CURRENTLY VIEWED

Press Button

Press Button Again

PROGRAM

PREVIOUSLY VIEWED

Optional Equipment Connection and Operation

To Audio AMP Connection (Stereo)

Connect to an external audio amp auxiliary input for monitoring sound through a stereo system.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF MONITOR

“TO AUDIO AMP” terminals
cannot be used directly with
external speakers.

(Connecting Cables Not Supplied)

Adjustment - When an audio amp is connected to “TO AUDIO AMP” terminals:

1. Select TV SPEAKERS “ON” Mode. (Refer to the Menu TV Speakers section.)

2. Set volume of audio amp to near minimum.

3. Adjust volume of TV to desired listening level.

4. Adjust volume of audio amp to match the level of TV.

5. Select TV SPEAKERS “OFF&VAO” Mode. (Refer to the Audio Menu TV Speakers section.)

6. Audio bass, treble, balance, volume and mute can now be controlled by the TV Remote Control.

NOTE: When Selecting TV SPEAKERS “OFF&FAO” Mode, the TV sound output is always at a constant level and cannot be

changed (Refer to the Audio Menu TV Speakers section).

Audio/Video Input Connection

S-Video connection is optional
and overrides the standard Video
connection when connected.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF MONITOR

VCR S-VIDEO (YC)

CONNECTOR OPTIONAL

VCR or VIDEO
DISC PLAYER

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Operation

DIGITAL TV

INPUT

TO AUDIO

AMP

INPUT 2 IMPUTI

1. Connect optional equipment as shown to INPUT 1 or 2 terminals. If S-Video is to be used, connect
S-Video (YC) connector to S-Video terminal 1 or 2 and connect audio cables to L & R Audio
INPUT 1 or 2 terminals.

2. Select the desired Video mode by pressing Input or TVA/IDEO button.

3. Operate optional equipment (VCR, DVD or VDP) as instructed in Optional Equipment manual.

NOTE:

• You must select the proper VIDEO Input Mode where the equipment is connected.

• Connection of optional S-VIDEO jack automatically disconnects Video Input 1 or 2 jacks.

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TV Mode

Trilingual Animated Icons Picture Adjustments

The Icons allows the users to configure the TV
according to their preference. It will also set up the
monitor to operate with external components
connected to the terminal jacks

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TV Mode Icons

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ENGLISH

Picture Norm

Use to reset Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture, and
Sharpness adjustments to the factory preset level for
TV Mode only.

1. Press ^3l.

2. Press A or and or ^ to highlight the

Picture Icon.

3. Press (^3) to display the Picture Adjustment
Menu.

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NOTE: Only the selected icon (red) will be animated.

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Display and Exit menus

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CH BUTTONS

Highlight Desired
Feature on Menus

VOL BUTTONS

Selects or Ajusts
Features on Menus

Menu Language Selection

The MENU LANGUAGE is factory set to ENGLISH.
Follow the instructions to change it to SPANISH,
FRENCH, and back to ENGLISH (TV, PC, and DTV
mode).

1 Press .

2. Press A or w and or to highlight

the Language ENGLISH /ESPANOUFRANQAIS
Icon.

3. Press to display the Language select menu.

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4. Press A or w to highlight PICTURE NORM.

5. Press or to select “SET’ to normalize
Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture, and Sharpness.

6. Press twice to exit menus.

Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture, and

Sharpness Adjustments

tietpfui Hints:

COLOR - Adjust for desired color intensity.

TINT - Adjust for natural flesh tones.

BRIGHTNESS - Adjust so dark areas of picture

slightly became black for a crisp detail.

PICTURE - Adjust the white areas of the picture as

desired.

SHARPNESS - Adjust for best clarity of outline

detail.

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FRANÇAIS

Press A or to select ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL

or FRANÇAIS for the Language Menu.

Press ft^il twice to exit menus.

1. Press

2. Press A or w and or to highlight the

Picture Icon.

3. Press to display the Picture Adjustment
menu.

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