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Color Television

Operating Instructions

Read these instructions completely before operating this set.

Contents subject to change without notice or obligation.

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Safety Instructions

CAUTION

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.

]-he lightning flash with ar- The exclamation point within

that parts inside the product ating and servicing instruc-

row-head within a triangle A a triangle is intended to tell

are a risk of electric shockto tions are in the papers with

is intended to tell the user ._ the userthat important oper-
persons, the appliance.

Note To CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's att_uo_ Lu 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 wider than 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 abused by persons

walking on it.

11. Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the television receiver.

12. Do not overload waif 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 ofany kind on

the television receiver.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER (NEC) NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD-IN

WIRE

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION810-20)

ROUNDING O0NDU(._70R5

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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14.Ifanoutsideantenna_sconnectedtothetelevisionequipment,besuretheantennasystemisgroundedsoastoprovide
someprotectionagainstvoltagesurgesandbuiltupstaticcharges.IntheU.S.Section810oftheNationalElectricalCode

andinCanadaPart1oftheCanadianElectricalCodeprovidesinformationwithrespecttopropergroundingofthemast

andsupportingstructure,groundingof thelead-inwireto anantennadischargeunit,sizeofgroundingconductors,
locationofantenna-dischargeunit,connectiontogroundingelectrodes,andrequirementsforthegroundingelectrode.

SeeFigure.

15.Foraddedprotectionforthistelevisionreceiverduringalightningstorm,orwhenitisleftunattendedandunusedforlong
periodsoftime,unplugitfromthewalloutletanddisconnecttheantenna.Thiswillpreventdamagetothereceiverdueto

lightningandpower-linesurges.

16.Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbelocatedinthevicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorotherelectriclightorpower
circuits,orwhereitcanfallintosuchpowerlinesorcircuits.Wheninstallinganoutsideantennasystemextremecare

shouldbetakentokeepfromtouchingsuchpowerlinesorcircuitsascontactwiththemmightbefatal.

17.Unplugthistelevisionreceiverfromthewalloutlet,andreferservicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnelunderthefollowing
conditions:

a. Whenthepowercordorplugisdamagedorfrayed.
b. Ifliquidhasbeenspilledintothetelevisionreceiver.
c. Ifthetelevisionreceiverhasbeenexposedto rainorwater.
d. Ifthetelevisionreceiverdoesnotoperatenormallybyfollowingtheoperatinginstructions.Adjustonlythosecontrols

thatarecoveredbytheoperatinginstructionsasimproperadjustmentofothercontrolsmayresultindamageandwill

oftenrequireextensiveworkbyaqualifiedtechniciantorestorethetelevisionreceivertonormaloperation.
e. Ifthetelevisionreceiverhasbeendroppedorthecabinethasbeendamaged.
f. Whenthetelevisionreceiverexhibitsa distinctchangeinperformance- thisindicatesaneedforservice.

18.Donotattempttoservicethistelevisionreceiveryourselfasopeningorremovingcoversmayexposeyoutodangerous
voltageorotherhazards.Referallservicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.

19.Whenreplacementpartsarerequired,besuretheservicetechnicianhasusedreplacementpartsspecifiedbythe
manufacturerthathavethesamecharacteristicsastheoriginalpart.Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmayresultinfire,electric

shock,orotherhazards.

20.Uponcompletionofanyserviceorrepairstothistelevisionreceiver,asktheservicetechniciantoperformroutinesafety
checkstodeterminethatthetelevisionisinsafeoperatingcondition.

21.WARNING: To prevent fire 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 AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE

EXPOSURE.

NOTE: This equipment isdesigned tooperate 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 isviewable onnormalprograms inthe form ofa stationary fixed image. This type ofirreversible 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 isnot covered by Warranty. This product is notdesigned todisplay fixed image patterns for extended periods of

time.

Specifications

Power Source:
Channel Capability:

Video Input Jacks (2):
Audio Input Jacks (2):

To Audio AMP Jacks:

S-VHS Input Jack:
Stereo Sound

Closed Caption Display

Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

120V 60Hz, AC
181 channels (See chart)
VHF 2~13, UHF 14-69, Cable 125 channels
lV p-p, 75 ohm, phono jack type
High impedance - 10K ohm, 500mV rms

0~4.0V rrns 10K ohm
S-Video (Y-C) Connector

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Channel Capability Chart

BAND USA/CAN

VHF
UHF

CABLE (Mid-Band)

CABLE (Super Band)
CABLE (Hyper Band)
CABLE (Ultra Band)

TOTAL CHANNELS

12
56

15

14

28

56

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Introduction

Congratulations on Your New Purchase

Your ltew video col HIJOt_entfeatures an all solid state chassis which is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It
was thoroughly tested and adjusted at the factory for best performance.

Inorder for you to take full advantage of your new video component, please read and follow the installation and operating

instructions supplied with this product.

Customer's Record

The model and serial number of this product may be found on itsback 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:

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions ............................. 2

Specifications ................................. 3

Introduction ................................... 4

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

Receiver Location .............................. 5

Optional External Equipment Connections ........ 5

AC Power Supply Cord ......................... 5

Battery Installation ............................. 5

Antenna/Cable Connections ..................... 6

Location of Controls ........................... 7

Quick Reference Control Operation .............. 7

Control Operation .............................. 8

Power Button .................................. 8

Volume (Vol) Buttons ........................... 8

Mute Button ................................... 8

Channel Change Features ...................... 8

Channel (Ch) Buttons ........................ 8

Keyboard "0 through 9" Buttons ............... 8

VCR Function Buttons .......................... 8

TV/Video Button ............................... 9

Recall Button .................................. 9

R-Tune (Rapid Tune) Button .................... 9

Multi Button ................................... 9

Main Menu (Icons) ............................ 10

Picture Adjustments ........................... 11

Picture Norm ............................... 11

Color ...................................... 11

Tint ....................................... 11

Brightness ................................. 11

Picture .................................... 11

Sharpness ................................. 11

Video NR (Noise Reduction) ................. 11

Auto Color ................................. 11

Game Guard .................................. 12

Game Guard (Lockout) ...................... 12

Game Guard (Unlock) ....................... 13

Timer Features ................................ 14

Sleep Timer ................................ 14

Program Timer ............................. 15

Set-Up Features ............................... 16

Menu ..................................... 16

CC (Closed Caption) On Mute ................ 17

Set Time (Clock) ............................ 18

Antenna Tuning Mode ....................... 19

Auto Programming .......................... 20

Manual Programming ....................... 21

Closed Caption Mode ....................... 22

Channel Caption (Station Identifier) ............. 23

Audio Adjustments ............................ 24

Bass, Treble & Balance Adjustments .......... 24

Audio Norm ................................ 24

Audio Mode Selection (Stereo/SAP/Mono) .... 25

[TV] Speaker ............................... 26

Video Input .................................. 27

Programming The Universal Remote Control .... 28

VCR Programming Codes ..................... 29

Care & Cleaning ............................... 29

Optional Equipment Connection & Operation ... 30

Stereo Connection (To Audio AMP) ............. 30

Video/Audio Connection ....................... 30

S-Video Connection .......................... 31

Troubleshooting Chart ........................ 32

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Installation

Location

Locate for comfortable vbewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the
screen.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or
moisture. Do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers, etc.) nearby.

Optional External Equipment Connections

The Video/Audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best perfor-
mance, video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic

supply house.
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components

require. Also determine the length of cable you'll need.

AC Power Supply Cord

Insert (Polarized) plug into 120 volts 60Hz standard AC outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.

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

Polarized Plug

Remote Control Battery Installation & Replacement
Battery Installation

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Batteries: Use two "AA" batteries.

1. Turn the Transmitter face down. To remove bottom cover, press down on
marking and slide cover off in the direction indicated.

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

3. Replace the cover and slide in reverse until the lock snaps.

Precaution on Battery Use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will

damage the Remote Control Transmitter.

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 Receiver.

Slide Cover Back

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Antenna/Cable Connections

Antenna Connection - For proper reception ot VHF/UHI- channels an external

antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.

Antenna Mode must be set to TV. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.)

Incoming Cable From Home Antenna (75 Ohm)

VHF/UHF

on Back of Set

Incoming Cable From Home Antenna (300 Ohm)

VHF/UHF

onBackofSet

300 to 75 ohm Matching

Transformer (Not Included)

Indoor Outdoor

Typical VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable Connection- For reception of cable channels (01~125) connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.

Antenna Mode must be set to CABLE. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.)

Incoming 75 Ohm Cable (From Cable Company)

VHF/UHF

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 its compatibility
requirements.

Other Video Equipment

VCRs, Video Disc Players, Computers, TV games and Teletextequipmentcan alsobeconnectedtotheantennainput

connection.

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Timer Indicator Remote Control

Light Sensor

Quick Reference Control Operation

Power Button - Press to turn ON or OFF. (pg. 8)

Volume Buttons - Press to adjust Sound Level. Press to adjust

Audio Menus, Video Menus and select operating features when

menus are displayed. (pg. 8)

Q Channel Buttons Pressto select channels. Press

select desired features when menus are displayed. (pg. 8)

TV/Video Button - Press to select TV or one of two Video Inputs. (pg. 9)

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Action Button - Press to display Main Menu and access On Screen feature and Adjustment Menus. (pg. 10)

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Multi Button - Programmable to operate up to six Remote Function buttons. (pg. 9)

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Mute Button - Press to mute sound. A second press returns sound. (pg. 8)

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R-Tune (Rapid Tune) Button - Press to switch between two channels. (pg. 9)

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Recall Button- Press to display Time, status of Sleep Timer, Channel, Video Mode, Channel Caption and Audio

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Mode. (pg. 9)

Keyboard "0 through 9" Buttons - Press desired channel number to access any channel. (pg. 8)

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VCR Function Buttons - Programmable to operate many brands of VCR's. (pg. 8)

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Control Operation

Power - Press the POWI-H button to turn ON. Press

again to turn OFF.

POWER

Vol u me- Press the VOLUME (VOL) LEFT or RIGHT

button for desired listening level (while On Screen Menus

are not displayed).

Located On Remote Control

_ Increases

_(_,___ Volume Level

Decreases

Volume Level

Channel Change- (Twooptions)

Option 1.

Press the CHANNEL (CH) UP or DOWN button to

sequentially scan through programmed channels
(while On Screen Menus are not displayed).

Located On Remote Control

Selects Next Higher
Channel

Selects Ne
Lower Channel

Option 2.

Press two digits on keyboard (Example press 0, then
5 for channel 05). For channels over 99, press three

digits on keyboard.

Mute - Press the MUTE button to quickly reduce

sound level (Mute will appear on screen). Press again to
restore sound.

MUTE

Helpful Hints:

• Helpful information will display On Screen
momentarily when Receiver is first turned on and

when the channel is changed.

When using keyboard entry for channels 10,11 and

12 in the CABLE mode there is a slight delay before
channel change because of the capability of tuning

cable channels 100 to 125.

If you do not receive channels above 13, confirm the

type of signal at ANT Input (TV or Cable) and set the
TV or Cable Tuning Mode accordingly. (Refer to
Set-Up Feature, Antenna selection.)

NOTE: If "SPEAKER OFF" is displayed On Screen

after pressing the VOLUME button, refer to
Audio Menu to turn Speakers "ON".

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TIONbuttons have been designed to operate numerous

brands of VCR infra-red code must be obtained prior to
use. (Please refer to Programming the Universal Re-
mote for progamming instructions.)

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TV/Video - Press the 1V/VIDEO button to select

desired input.

TV/VIDEO

Signal connected to:

REAR VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT 2 JACKS

REAR VIDEO/AUDIO _INPUT 1 JACKS
TV or CABLE

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Recall - Press the RECALL button to review:

• Audio Mode status

• CH number or Video Input selected

• Sleep Timer status

• Clock time

• Channel Caption (Station Identifier)

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Multi Button

The MULTI button can be programmed to operate

up to 6 Remote function buttons at the same time.
For Example: TV Power/On, VCR Power/On (selected

brands) can be operated at the same time with one
press of the MULTI button.

PROCEDURE

1. First program the Remote for the selected VCR
Infra-red access code. Confirm that the Remote

Control is compatible with the equipment.

2. Face the Remote Control transmitter away from all

equipment remote sensors.

3. Press the Remote TV POWER button and the

MULTI button simultaneously. (All previous
commands are erased.)

(TV)

POWER MULTI

PRESS SIMULTANEOUSLY

4. Press a maximum of 6 Function buttons on the
Remote.

Each button you press is equal to one function. If six
remote button functions are entered, all will register
in the MULTI button memory in the sequence

entered. When less than six remote button

functions are entered, press the MULTI button to

end the program mode. (Waiting more than 30
seconds without pressing another button will also
end the program mode.)

The following is an example of Remote functions
that can be programmed into the MULTI button.

- TV Power- For turning TV ON and OFF.

- VCR Power - For turning VCR ON and OFF
(selected brands after programming it's Infra-red
access code, if necessary).

Both can be turned ON or OFF with one press of the
MULTI button.

(TV)

POWER VCR

POWER MULTI

R-Tune (Rapid Tune) - PresstheR-TUNE

(RAPID TUNE) button to instantly switch between the
last two channels selected (without any On Screen

display being activated).

R-TUNE

CHANNEL NOW CHANNEL TUNED

BEING VIEWED IMMEDIATELY BEFORE

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To delete entered functions- Press the Remote
TV POWER and MULTI buttons simultaneously.

Now you can enter from one to six different
Remote functions. (TV)

POWER MULTI

NOTE:

You can also program the MULTI button to
perform most individual Remote Control button
functions. 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.

PRESS SIMULTANEOUSLY

Main Menu (Icons)

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Selects or Adjusts

Features When

Menu is Displayed

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ACTION

Displays and Exits Menus

Selects Desired

Feature When

Menu is Displayed

1. Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu with Icons.

2. Press the CH UP or DOWN and the VOL LEFT or RIGHT buttons to select the desired Icon when the Main Menu is
displayed (selected Icon will be indicated in Red).

3. Press the VOL buttons for left and right movement and the CH buttons for up or down movement.

4. To exit the Main Menu first select the EXIT Icon, then press the ACTION button.

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