Polaroid FLM-1511 Operating Manual

15” LCD Television

FLM-1511

Operating Manual

20050314

Congratulations on your purchase of this LCD TV.

We recommend that you read this manual thoroughly before use to fully enjoy the many functions and excellent features of this unit.

Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference.

Note:Screen displays and illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual model.

Contents Index

	Important safety information	1	Operations	19
	Important safety cautions	2	Picture adjustment	19
			System setting	20
	Identification of controls	5
			Audio setting	25
	Control buttons	5
			Channel setting	27
	Back	6	Selecting channel	29
	Remote control	7	OSD setting	30
	Installation	9	Timer setting	31
			Operations in VGA/YbPr mode	32
	Basic operations	17
			TV troubleshooting	34
	Main on-screen-display (OSD) introduction 18
			Specifications	35

Important Safety Information

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The Exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product).

Federal Communication Commission

Information (FCC)

This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectio n 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 to radio communications If this equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

??Reorient or relocate the TV antenna

??Increase the separation between TV and other equipment.

??Connect TV into separate outlet from equipment.

??Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment

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Important Safety Cautions

When any unusual situation occurs, turn off the power supply at once and remove the plug from the wall outlet. Contact a qualified service department in your local area.

Do not expose this unit to rain or spattering liquids. Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. Do not use immediately after moving from a low temperature to high temperature environment, as this causes condensation, which may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Heat sources-Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat generating products (including amplifiers). Requirement of environment temperature:

0oC~50oC for storage; 5oC~40oC for working

The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product.

Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings.

This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.

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

Do not place the product on an unstable trolley, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a trolley, stand, tripod, and bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

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Important Safety Cautions

When relocating the product placed on a trolley, it must be moved with the utmost care. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven floor surfaces can cause the product to fall from the trolley.

The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product. Powersupply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or snagged by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at doors, plugs, receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

If the power cord or the plug is damaged contact a qualified service department for service.

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles on other equipment as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

High Voltage exists in this TV set. Do not remove the cover.

In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger.

The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or impacted upon by other objects. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the LCD panel breaks.

Don't try to push anything into the cabinet or place any vessel with water on the TV set.

For added protection for this television equipment 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 equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

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Important Safety Cautions

Important Information Regarding use of Video Games, Computer, captions or other fixed images displays

The extended use of a fixed image program material can cause permanent “Shadow Image” on the LCD panel. This image is visible during normal programs as stationary fixed images. This type of irreversible LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps:

*Reduce the Brightness and Contrast settings to a minimum viewing level

*DO NOT display the fixed image for extended periods of time

*Turn the power OFF when not in actual use

Recycling

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and has a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the

Electronics Industries Alliance Environment at: http://www.eiae.org/

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Identification of controls

Control buttons

Control Panel

					Power On/
	Menu
			Channel Down/Up
					Standby
Select Input Signal
				Volume Down/Up

Speaker

Speaker

1.SOURCE

To access the SOURCE select menu

2.MENU

Press this button to access the MENU main page.

The Power Indicator light will glow yellow when the set is turned on, and glows red when the set is in the standby mode.

3.CH +/-

Change the TV channel.

In OSD Menu, press these buttons to choose the OSD items.

4.VOL +/-

Increase or decrease the sound volume level.

In OSD Menu, press these buttons to adjust the value or setting of each item

5.POWER ()

Press this button to turn the unit ON from STANDBY mode. Press it again to turn the set back to STANDBY.

Note:

SOURCE, MENU, CH+/-, VOL+/- and POWER( ) on the main unit have the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the remote control.

This operation manual provides a description based on operating functions with the remote control.

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Identification of controls (continued)

Back

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

DC 12V

VGA

PC-AUDIO

Y

Pb

Pr

R

AUDIO L

PHONE

VIDEO

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

L AUDIO

R

S-VIDEO

RF

HDTV IN

AV OUT

AV IN

1.DC POWER input

Connect to the DC output of the Power Adapter.

2.VGA input / PCAudio in

Connect to the VGA/audio output 3.5mm jacks on your PC.

3.HDTV input (Y, Pb, Pr, Audio L, R)

Connect to the Y/Pb/Pr (or Y/Cb/Cr) and audio output jacks of a Set-Top Box or DVD player.

4.Headphone 3.5mm jack

5.AV outputs (Video, Audio L, R)

Connect to the VCR input jacks to record programs.

6.AV inputs (Video, Audio L, R)

Receive video/audio signals from external sources such as VCR or DVD player.

7.S-Video input

Receive a S-Video signal from external source such as VCR or DVD player.

8.Coaxial cable & Antenna input

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Remote Control

Power on/standby	Mute
Volume up/down selector;	Channel up/down selector.
In the menu operation,	In menu operations, used
adjust the selected item	to select item.
Access the menu	Exit the menu
Select OSD menu position	S.M
	Sound preset mode selector
Change audio to mono, stereo or SAP	Setting sleep timer
Auto correct picture	Previous channel
Select picture mode between	Display the current state
Bright, Nature, Soft & User
	Direct channel selector
Select the input signal source

Adjust the treble

Adjust the bass

Flip the cover open as shown.

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Preparing the Remote Control

Please install the batteries before using the remote control.

Batteries for the Remote Control

If the remote control fails to operate the LCD TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control.

1 Open the battery cover.

2 Insert two size-AAA batteries.

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

<(Slide the cover while <(Place the batteries with their pressing down.) terminals corresponding to the (+) and (-) indications in the battery

compartment.)

Effective range of the remote control

3	0	0
		3
	5m

Notes:

1.When the remote control will not be used for a long period of time or when the batteries are worn out, remove the batteries.

2.Do not drop or dampen the remote control.

3.Do not disassemble the remote control.

4.There should be no obstacle between the TV and the transmitter.

5.Use the remote control within the effective range as shown in the figure on the left.

6.If the remote control does not work, please check whether the batteries are exhausted or if they have been installed properly.

7.When direct sunlight, and incandescent lighting, fluorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on the remote sensor of the TV, the remote operation can be come erratic.

8.Do not mix different types of batteries in the remote.

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Installation

Antenna connections

Install the unit in a room where direct light will not fall upon the screen. Total darkness or a reflection on the picture screen may cause eyestrain. Soft and indirect lighting is recommended for comfortable viewing.

OUTDOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA CONNECTION (ANTENNA NOT INCLUDED)

Follow the instructions for the type of antenna system you intend to use. If using Cable or satellite, see

the next page.

Combination VHF/UHF	Combination VHF/UHF
Antenna (Single 75 Ohm cable	Antenna (Separate VHF and
or 300 Ohm twin-lead wire)	UHF 300 Ohm twin-leads)
	UHF 300 Ohm	UHF 300 Ohm

VHF/UHF	Combiner	VHF 300	Combiner
75 OHMhm		Ohm
			VHF 75 Ohm

Connect the 75 Ohm cable from combination VHF/UHF antenna to the antenna jack.

OR

If your combination antenna has a 300 Ohm twin-lead wire, use a 300-75 Ohm matching transformer (NOT SUPPLIED).

Connect the UHF twin-lead wire to a combiner (NOT SUPPLIED). Connect the VHF twin-lead to a 300-75 Ohm matching transformer (NOT SUPPLIED). Attach the transformer to the combiner. Attach the combiner to the antenna jack.

Connect the 75 Ohm cable from the VHF antenna and the UHF antenna twin-lead wire to a combiner (NOT SUPPLIED). Attach the combiner to the antenna jack.

NOTE: If your VHF antenna has a twin-lead wire use a 300-75 Ohm matching transformer, then connect the transformer to the combiner.

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Installation

Cable (CATV)/satellite connections

This TV has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV converter box. Some Cable TV companies offer "premium pay channels" in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by the cable company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

For basic cable service not requiring a converter/descrambler box, connect the CATV 75 ohm coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF jack on the rear of the TV.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE OR SATELLITE

If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service which requires the use of a converter/ descrambler box, connect the incoming 75 Ohm coaxial cable to the converter/descrambler box. Using another 75 Ohm cable, connect the output of the converter/descrambler or satellite box to the antenna jack on the TV. Follow the connections shown below. Set the TV/VCR to the output channel of the converter/descrambler or satellite box (usually 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler or satellite box to select channels.

INCOMING	CONVERTER/DESCRAMBLER
	OR SATELLITE BOX (NOT SUPPLIED)
75 Ohm	75 Ohm CABLE
CATV CABLE	TO TV/VCR

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

WITH SCRAMBLED PREMIUM CHANNELS

If you subscribe to a satellite service or a cable TV service in which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a converter/descrambler box, you may wish to use a signal splitter and an A/B switch box (available from the cable company or an electronic supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the "B" position, you can directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your TV. With the switch in the "A" position, tune your TV to the output of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler box to tune

	scrambled channels.	CONVERTER/DESCRAMBLER
	INCOMING	(NOT SUPPLIED)	75 Ohm
	75 Ohm	A	CABLE
	CATV CABLE

		B
SPLITTER	10	A/B SWITCH
(NOT SUPPLIED)		(NOT SUPPLIED)