To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
A This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
A
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Caution; To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire
la lame ta plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods,
they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such
images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games.
This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of
channels displaying these images should be avoided.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1) which 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.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact
you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record
the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the television.
Model No._____________________________________________________________
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C^, PlusCode, GUIDE Plus+, and GUIDE Plus-i- Gold are trademarks of Gemstar Development
Corporation.
The GUIDE Plus+ Gold system is manufactured under license from Index Systems Inc.
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Thomson Consumer Electronics and Gemstar are not in any way liable for the accuracy of the program information
provided by the GUIDE Plus+ System. In no event shall Thomson Consumer Electronics or Gemstar be liable for any
arnount representing loss of profits, loss of business, or indirect, special, or consequential damages in connection
with the provision or use of any information equipment, or services relating to the GUIDE Plus+ System.
Key Features Overview
Your 'rv is equippeci with tcaluivs that u ill add to yotir 'IV viewing experience. The Ibilowing
inloi Illation summarizes a tew ot the.se features. Cliapter 3 provides more information ahotit the
rest of the TV’s features and how to use them.
On-screen Program Guide
Description: rile GUIDE Plus+ .system is tin on-screen interactive list of
programs and information that is built into your T\f You can scroll through the
guide to .see what’s on and tune directly to that program from the guide. You
can also browse programs by eategoty with the sort feature.
When yoLi access the Neu'S feature, .MSNBC will appear in your video window
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; 1 Late Late Show
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if it's available through your TV.
One-Touch VCR Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus-r system. You
don't liave to remember to program your VCR or use the menus in your VCR
to set up a recording.
Requirements:
• Remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
Introduction
• Complete the on-.screen interactive setup. You’ll find detailed instructions
in Chapter 1.
• One-Touch VCR Recording: You must connect the G-LINK cable to the T\’
and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR.
• If you have a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable to the TV and place
one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the cable box.
V-Chip: Parental Controls
Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based
ratings, and/or movie ratings.
Requirements:
• Set up the Parental Controls menu in the TV’s main menu (Chapter 3
has details).
• The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program
to your TV in order for your TV to block the program.
Auto Tuning
Description: Allows you to set up the TV to automatically tune to a specific
channel when you pre.ss a certain component (VCR, DVD Player, etc.) button
on the remote.
Requirements; Set up Auto Tuning in the TV’s menu system. (Chapter 3
has details).
Introduction
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T^ble of Contents
Introduction
Key Features Overview.............................................................................................................1
On-screen Program Guide.................................................................................................1
Connections
Jacks on the Back of Your TV
Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
Plug in the TV
Put Batteries in the Remote
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Interactive Setup
Turn on the TV
Complete the Interactive Setup
Changing Entertainment. Again.
Coimections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the T\' and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important
Safeguards .sheet packed with your TV,
Protect Components from Overheating
• Don t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the component,s so that
air can circulate freely.
• Don’t stack components.
• When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air
from it won’t flow around other components.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the
TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate
size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled
off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safeguards
sheet packed with your TV.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
Connection Pictures
Audio/vkleo cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, the connection pictures in
this book show each cable separately (audio left, audio right, and video).
Demo Pin
You must remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack on the back of
your TV in order for your TV to operate properly and to connect the
G-LINK cable.
Chapter 1
Connections & Setup
Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your T\^. Please use the folkiwing chait to determine which
connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV,
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Notes: Audio/Video cables (A/V cables for short) are usually sold as a bundled set, hut
the connection pictures in this hook show each cable separately for better visibility.
Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided) when you’re getting ready to set up your TV.
You need to connect this cable to your TV, and to your VCR and/or cable box in order for
all of the features of the program guide to work properly.
voTvr» CABIE/ANTENNA jack on your W and ,o the Output Jack on
your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV), ^
B. Corinect the audio/video cables. Connect audio cables (white and red) to the AUDIO IN jacks
Dteied OUrt L) ^ Jacks on the VCR (sometimes
C, Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV and to the Video
Output Jack on the VCR.
2. Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet, cable box. or antenna to the Input Jack on your
VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT),
3. Connect the G-UNK cable to the TV
A. If you haven’t already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).
place one of the wands of
Go to page 13
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Chapter 1
TV (back panel)
Connection: TV Only
1. Connect the TV to your cable or antenna
Connections & Setup
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the back
of your TV.
Go to page 14
2. If you’re connecting a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable
A. If you haven’t already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands of the
G-LINK cable to the cable box (instructions are on p, 13)-
Go to page 13
Chapter 1
Connections
Sk.
Setup
SATELLITE RECEIVER
From Cable or Antenna
Satellite
Signal
10
Chapter 1
Connections St Setup
Connection; TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver
1. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your T\'
\. (lonni t I the ;m(lin \ tables. (>)iin(.xi ihe audio cables (while and reti) to die AliOIO
IN jacks (iti the bat k o| the lA' (l< aiul i. MONO) and U> the Autlio OulpLil Jacks tm the
Salt'!Hie Re(.ei\er. ’
15. Coiineet ihe \ ¡(.leo table ¡yellow ) lo ihe VlDliO IN jack on the back of the'l'\ and to the
)iH]'nii jack on liie satellite iveeivcr,
(i. (ioiinesl S \ KÌeo eabk.' io[)tionab- Connect an S-Vicleo calile lo the S-\ KM'O jack on the
■ |A and In die .N-Xll )li( ) jat'k on ihe saiellue reeei\er. tAn ,S-\ i^teo cable piovtdes better
picture (|iiaiil\ lhan a re.yular \ irieo cable, bui il is opiional.)
2. Conueet coaxial cables tt> the Satellite Receiver
.\. Conner i the coaxial cabk' from vour cable ourlet, cable box, or antenna to the In]int Jack
on \'onr satellite reeeixer (.sometimes labeled IN FROM A-N'D.
li. Connect the coa.xial calile from your satellite dish antenna to the In[iui Jack on your
5. Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV
,A. Connect a (.(laxial cable t(j the (butpnt kick (.sometimes labeled Ol.'T TO 'FA') on tlie
satellite receiver and lo tile Input Jack on the VCR (.sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
¡5. Connect a coaxial cable u.) the (.)uiput Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled Ol.T TO 'FX')
and to the CAULE/ANTENNA jack on the 'lAa
4. Connect G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't done so. remove tile Demo Pin from the G-UNK jack. .
U. Connect the G-LINK cable to tile G-LINK jack on the TV. Next .step, place one of the .
wands of the G-l.INK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).
Go to page 13
Chapter 1
11
Connections &: Setiip
Jacks on the Back of Your TV
If you are connecting many components, please consult the mtmual that came with each
component for connection instructions. The picture trf \ our T\''s Ixick panel describes the jacks
on the l:Kick ot your TV and what types of components that ytni can connect to these jacks.
When connecting, make sure you connect Output jacks to Input jacks. Video to Videtr, Kiuht
Audio to Right Audio, etc. ■ '
Audio and Video Input Jacks;
AUDIO R and L/MONO and VIDEO
Connect any of the following components:
• DVD Player • Satellite Receiver
• Laserdisc Player • VCR
• Internet Access Device
To watch the content from the component that’s
connected to the VIDEO Input Jack, press the
WHO • INPUT button on the remote (the TV switches
to the correct channel).
Audio Output Jacks:
R and L OUT
Connect audio cables to
these jacks and to an
amplifier or auciio receiver
for improved sound quality.
V_
TV
(back panel)
G-LINKJack
Connect the end of the
G-LINK cable (provided)
to thi.s jack. The G-LINK
cable enables the TV’s
Guide Plus+ system to
interact with the cable box
and/or the VCR. A picture
of the G-LINK cable is on
page 7.
Connecting an
S-Video cable is
optional. S-Video
provides better picture
quality than a regular
video cable.
IN /
OUT
^ CABLE/
V/ ANTENNA
S-VIDEO
CABLE/ANTENNAJack
Connect the coaxial calile
from the VCR’s Output jack to
this jack. If you're not
connecting a VCR, connect a
coaxial cable tliat carries the
signal fixrm the antenna,
cable, or cable l-iox ttr the
CABLE/ANTENNA jack.
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Connections & Setup
Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
Tlie G-LINK cable enahie.s the GUllDli Plu.s+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to
wtrrk with your VCR anti/or cable box.
Cable Box — If yotir T\- is connected to a cable box you must connect the G-LINK cable to receive
TV program listings lor your area, and to tune directly to a channel when the program guide is on
your TV screen.
VCR — If your 'A' is ccrnncctcd to a VCR and you don't connect the G-LINK cable, one-touch VCR
recording won't vvxrrk. The rjther features of the guide \\ ill work properly.
How to Find the Remote Sensor
You have to place the G-LlNK wands in frcrnt of the remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box.
Some cable boxes and VCRs have the remote .sensor labeled on the unit. If the remote sensor isn’t
labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remote control that came with the VCR
and/or cable box to locate the sensor.
1. Turn off the VCR and/or cable box.
2. Hold the remote control (not the one that came with your TV, but the one that came with the
cable box and/or VCR to which you're attaching the G-LINK cable) so that it is touching the
front of the component.
Tip
If you don't have both a
cable box and a VCR
connected to your TV,
just coil the cable of the
extra G-LINK wand with
a twist tie and leave it
behind the TV
3. Slowly move the remote control across the front of the component (VCR or cable box) while
you press the powei’ button on and off. You must press and release the power button each
tinre you move the remote (holding down the button w^on’t work).
4. "When the component turns on, you’ve located the remote sensor.
Placing the G-LINK Wands
Place the G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on yonr VCR and/or cable box approximately
one inch aw'ay from the remote sensor (see instructions below).
n (back panel)
Chapter 1
13
Connections &. Setup
Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the pou et eord into the wall outlet. Match tlie wide blade of the
plug \\-ith the wide slot in the outlet. Insert tlie plug completely into
the outlet.
Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery coiiipartment cover on the remote.
2. Insert new batteries. .Match the pcdarities {+ and d ttn the batterie.s with the
diagram on the remote.
3. Ptit the batteiy compartment cover back on the remote.
How to Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Interactive Setup
Use the arrow buttons and the OK
button to rnove through the menu
system.
The technical term is Navigation' - how you move through the on-screen
menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your
choice and select it.
To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight
one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move
up or down. Use the riglit or left arrow button to move right or left.
To select the item that you’ve highlighted, press OK.
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from
other menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a .
different color).
Turn on the TV
Press the TV button on the remote control or the POWER button on the TV (the
first screen of the Interactive Setup appears). The menu screens “time out” after
a period of time if you don’t make a .selection. The tips in this section tell you
how to access the Setup menu screens manually.
Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV, but puts the
remote into 7V mode. "TV mode” means that the buttons on the remote
control operate the TV's functions.
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Connections & Setup
Complete the Interactive Setup
Tip
To access the setup menus manually,
press MENU and choose Setup.
SETUP
Would you tike the TV to search
■for all available channels? .
1 Search for channels
'thiii-step
The menu system in your TV allows the TV's features to work properly. In this
book, we call it the “interactive setup" hecatise the TV asks you questions, you
answ'er, and the TV makes the appropriate adjustments. The first time you turn
on your TT^, the .setup screens appear automatically.
Set the Menu Language
The fiist pait of the ViTTZPasks you to .select your preferred language for the
menu .system.
1. Highlight your preferred language for the menu system.
2. Press OK to select that language.
Complete Auto Channel Search
The next part of the SETUP asks you if you want the T\' to search for all
channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is .sometimes
called “auto programming,”
1. Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. A progress report
appears on the screen.
Tip
If you move to a new zip or postal
code, or if any of your information
changes, you need to access the
setup screens from the TV's main
menu— press MENU, choose GUIDE
Plus+ Menu, and choose GUIDE
Plus+ Setup.
2, When the screen on tlie TV tells you the search is complete, press OK (the
first GUIDE Plus+ system setup screen appears).
Note: If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you can access it later
through the Channel menu. See Chapter 4 for more details.
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup
The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive program guide that lists
what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive program listings, you
need to complete the following steps.
The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV, and the wands
must be placed in front of the remote sensor of the cable box and/or VCR in
order for the GUIDE Plus+ system to work (go back to p. 13 for details).
1. You should see a screen displaying the features of the Guide Plus+ system.
Press OK to continue.
2. The next screen asks you to locate setup materials and hardware. Once you
have done this, press OK to continue.
Chapter 1
15
Connections & Setup
STFP 1: itjeniiiytng Vow Location
T» t* MX
WMch .country s your TV. located In?
✓ LBA
Caiyida.,
On your TV linKM.osi llw upfiViVf. i«yi lo hiqJ'ivalit your awwet
PrestOMochoox.
STEP 1.‘ ktentrtylng Vow TV's Location
Hease enter the 5-iigit ?P code where your
TV is located.:
CHi ysu: TV remtjti.u« iriv tnupitwi keys to ?nie ygiy infamiattcn
Pliis Oli lo roiilinn
Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location
1. II yoLd'cciLintry is highlit^htfd, prtiss OK on the remote contini.
If youi' coLintry isn t highlighted, pre.ss the tip t:r clown tirrow button on the
remote control to liighliglit yotir coimtry and pres.s OK.
2. Use tire number btittons on your renrote to enter your zip c'ode.
Press OK when you're finislied.
Note: Ifyourposlal code coiiUiiiis letters, press the up and down arrow
buttons on your remote to enter letters, and press the right arrow button
to go to the next space. The left arrow button moves you to the left.
Step 2: Configuring for Cable
The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup. To supply your TV
with the correct TV program listings, the GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if
your TV is connected to cable.
STEP 7d. Coniiggrlrtg for Cable
\ 4, V "ÌT' t '
✓ Yes
On y.uii TV pwiicl?, Its« til? uplcjciwi; k?y$ w hktl’iqht yda imwFr
Pr?55 OK ts chow.
Tip
If you're not sure which channel is the
cable box's output channel, consult
the book that came with your cable
box or contact your cable company.
1. If your TV is connected to cable, highlight Fes' and press OK.
If your TV isn't connected to cable, highlight No and press OK (STEP 3;
Configuring for a UC7? appears).
If you have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight Yes and press OK on
your remote control.
Note: The next series of screens is very important because the GUIDE
Plus+ system must find the correct cable box information in order to
receive the coirect T\'program listings.
If you don’t have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight No and
pre.ss OK (STEP 3: Configuring for a UCff appears).
On ttuniil )mir Tv It <n wlwi wtq th> uWi bm. tbt rnort comnorfr wfd
MjMi'diinnil b e.'PIUM tereuli )T«ur uMt pr»vklir V f«u tft mut. as an
iMomct Mkctton rmA In a M« or mif)) Rrecn iNtili watiMns TV.
Whtch channel is your TV tuned to when using
the cable box?
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:!'.:04 ■ . ■
V^ol/AliX
On yotfl Tv tsmciK, ttwi45i'iiiwn ro itow ansvrtr,
STEP 2: Contigurtng ror Cable
Stiedirig Qk «<T*ct uHt box brand Irem'ttM kt iMlow Is necM H
HighliiTht the chiinnel to which you have to tune your W in order to see
cable prognimmin^, and press OK (a screen appears reminding yon ttr
connect yonr G-LINK cable to ytHir TV and cable box).
Notes: Channel (')-> is the most common.
Chouse Video 1/AUX if your cable box is connected to your TV with
andio/i'kieo cables instead of a coaxial cable. Go to page'7 for pictures of
these cables.
4. Highlight yonr brand of cable irox. and press OK.
[1 your hrancl isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and pre.ss OK.
Make sure your cable box is on.
.l^^IrTable box rrow tuned to channel OS?
/Yes
5>^^e^#hts.code again
DnyetH Tv rimoti.usi Uw upfttown keyi to highlight your Ji4w?r
PiwtOK Ic trtcoie
Tune the cable box to channel 02 (use the remote control that came with
your cable box, or press the channel buttons on the cable box).
Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starts testing codes).
Important Note: When code testing is in progress, don't touch your TV,
VCR, cable box or any of the remote controls for these products.
Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed to channel 09, the test
was successful. Highlight Yes, and press OK (STEP 3: Configuring for a VCR
appears).
It your cable box didn’t change to channel 09 or turned itself off, you have
two choices: No and Test this code again.
Test this code again: If you think the TV, the cable box, or any of the
remote controls might have been touched or bumped during the test,
highlight Test this code again and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system runs
the same .set of codes).
No: It you cion’t think the test was interrupted, highlight No and pre.ss OK
(GUIDE Plus+ system tests the next code).
Repeat the previous instructions until the T\^ finds the correct cable box
code. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Chapter 1
Note: If the TV can’t find your cable box code, a troubleshooting
checklist appears. Carefully review each checklist and follow the
instructions on the screen.
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Connections & Setup
STEP 3; ConFigifhn^ 1o* 9 VCR
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Is 8 VOl coonected to this TV?
Step 3: Configuring for a VCR
1. It your T\' is conno'cted to a VCR, press OK.
II' it is not, highlight A'oancI press OK (a screen will appear reminding yon
til connect your G-I.INK cable to yrnir TA'^ and VCR.).