Congratulations on your new SCEPTRE E195BD-SHD LED HDTV purchase.
Thank you for your support. To ensure safety and many years of trouble free
operation of your HDTV, please read the manual carefully before making any
adjustments, and keep them in a safe place for future references. We hope
you enjoy your new SCEPTRE HDTV.
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email our customer service group at
We recommend you register your SCEPTRE HDTV with the enclosed
registration card and mail it in. For peace of mind and to protect your
investment beyond the standard warranty, SCEPTRE offers a two year
extended warranty service for your HDTV. This plan gives additional
coverage once your standard warranty period runs out. Please call our
customer service group to purchase the extended warranty.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIMPORTANT INFORMATION
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause
personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product
has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety.
However, improper use can result in electric shock and / or fire. In order to
prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when
installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and
prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the
following precautions carefully before using the product.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and
misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged,
the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the
product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these
instructions in a safe place for future reference.
•To avoid the risk of electric shock or
component damage, switch off the
power before connecting other
components to the TV.
•Unplug the power cord before
cleaning the TV. Please use the
included custom bezel cleaning cloth
for cleaning the bezel of the TV only.
Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner
for cleaning the product. Do not use
abrasive cleaners.
•Always use the accessories
recommended by the manufacturer to
insure compatibility.
•When moving the TV from an area of
low temperature to an area of high
temperature, condensation may form
on the housing. Do not turn on the TV
immediately after this to avoid causing
fire, electric shock or component
damage.
•Do not place the TV on an unstable
cart, stand, or table. If the TV falls, it
can injure a person and cause serious
damage to the appliance. Use only a
cart or stand recommended by the
manufacturer or sold with the TV.
•Any heat source should maintain a
distance of at least 5 feet away from
the TV, i.e. radiator, heater, oven,
amplifier etc. Do not install the product
too close to anything that produces
smoke or moisture. Operating the
product close to smoke or moisture
may cause fire or electric shock.
•Slots and openings in the back and
bottom of the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable
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operation of the TV and to protect it
from overheating, be sure these
openings are not blocked or covered.
Do not place the TV in a bookcase or
cabinet unless proper ventilation is
provided.
•Never push any object into the
ventilation slots of the TV. Do not
place any objects on the top of the
Product. It could short circuit parts
causing a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquids on the TV.
•Do not use the TV in a portrait format
(by rotating 90 degrees) under high
temperature environment (25°C or
higher), since this would retard heat
dissipation and would eventually
damage the TV.
•The TV should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on
the label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supplied to your home,
consult your dealer or local power
company.
•The power cable must be replaced
when using different voltage from that
specified in the User Manual. For
more information, contact your dealer.
•The TV is equipped with a three-
pronged grounded plug, a plug with a
third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit
only into a grounded power outlet as a
safety feature. If your outlet does not
accommodate the three-wire plug,
have an electrician install the correct
outlet, or use an adapter to ground the
appliance safely. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounded plug.
•Do not overload power strips and
extension cords. Overloading can
result in fire or electric shock.
•The wall socket should be installed
near the equipment and should be
easily accessible.
•Only the marked power source can be
used for the product. Any power
source other than the specified one
may cause fire or electric shock.
•Do not touch the power cord during
thunderstorms. To avoid electric shock,
avoid handling the power cord during
electrical storms.
•Unplug the unit during a lightning
storm or when it will not be used for a
long period of time. This will protect
the TV from damage due to power
surges.
•Do not attempt to repair or service the
product yourself. Opening or removing
the back cover may expose you to
high voltages, the risk of electric shock,
and other hazards. If repair is required,
please contact your dealer and refer
all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
•Keep the product away from moisture.
Do not expose this appliance to rain or
moisture. If water penetrates into the
product, unplug the power cord and
contact your dealer. Continuous use in
this case may result in fire or electric
shock.
•Do not use the product if any
abnormality occurs. If any smoke or
odor becomes apparent, unplug the
power cord and contact your dealer
immediately. Do not try to repair the
product yourself.
•Avoid using dropped or damaged
appliances. If the product is dropped
and the housing is damaged, the
internal components may function
abnormally. Unplug the power cord
immediately and contact your dealer
for repair. Continued use of the
product may cause fire or electric
shock.
•Do not install the product in an area
with heavy dust or high humidity.
Operating the product in environments
with heavy dust or high humidity may
cause fire or electric shock.
•Hold the power connector when
removing the power cable. Pulling the
power cable itself may damage the
wires inside the cable and cause fire
or electric shocks. When the product
will not be used for an extended
period of time, unplug the power
connector.
•To avoid risk of electric shock, do not
touch the connector with wet hands.
•Insert batteries in accordance with
instructions while using the remote
control. Incorrect polarities may cause
damage and leakage of the batteries,
operator injury and contamination the
remote control.
•If any of the following occurs please
contact the dealer:
oThe power connector fails
or frays.
oLiquid sprays or any object
drops into the TV.
oThe Display is exposed to
rain or other moisture.
oThe Display is dropped or
damaged in any way.
oThe performance of the
Display changes
substantially.
•Operating environment: Temperature:
5°C ~ 35°C, Humidity: 10% to 90%
non-condensing, Altitude: 0~10,000 ft.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIMPORTANT INFORMATION
Television Antenna Connection Protection
Television Antenna Connection Protection
Television Antenna Connection ProtectionTelevision Antenna Connection Protection
External Television Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the
antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode.
Lightning Protection
For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or
unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system.
Power Lines
Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall
into such power lines or circuits.
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Opening the Package
Opening the Package
Opening the PackageOpening the Package
The SCEPTRE TV is packaged in a carton. Any standard accessories are packed
separately in another carton. The weight of the TV is approximately 8.38 lbs. Due to the
size and weight of the product, it is suggested that it must be handled by a minimum of
2 or more persons. Since the glass can be easily scratched or broken, please handle
the product gently. Never place the unit on a surface with the glass facing downwards
unless it is on protective padding. When opening the carton, check that the product is in
good condition and that all standard accessories and items are included. Save the
original box and all packing materials for future shipping needs.
Package Contents
Package Contents
Package ContentsPackage Contents
SCEPTRE TV Display x 1
TV Stand x 1
User Manual x 1
Quick Start Guide x 1
Power Cord x 1
AC Adapter x 1
Warranty / Registration Card x 1
TV Remote Control (Lithium Battery included) x 1
Install
Installation
InstallInstall
ation
ationation
Please read the user manual carefully before performing the installation. The power
consumption of the display is approximately 26 watts. Please use the power cord
designated for the product. When an extension cord is required, use one with the
correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be
defeated. The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. Space
should be maintained between the back of the product and the wall for proper
ventilation. If you would like to mount the HDTV onto the wall, please see page 8, and
10 for additional information. Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or
other places with high humidity dust or smoke, so as not to shorten the service life of
the electronic components. Please ensure the product is installed with the screen in
landscape orientation. Any 90° clockwise or counterclockwise installation may induce
poor ventilation and successive component damage.
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AAAAttaching
ttaching or Removing
ttachingttaching
or Removing the Stand
or Removing or Removing
the Stand
the Standthe Stand
1. To attach the base, align the base and the HDTV. Place the HDTV's neck on the
base shown below.
2. Rotate the HDTV (counter-clockwise) as the picture has shown until you hear a
clicking sound from the base. Afterwards, the HDTV will be ready for use.
3. To remove the stand, remove the screws in the circled area and the neck will come
off.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................2
Identifying Front and Rear PanelIdentifying Front and Rear Panel
Front View
Front View
Front ViewFront View
INDICATOR LIGHT – The light is red when power is plugged in but the HDTV is not turned on. The
light turns blue when the HDTV is turned on. Because of the LED in the panel, the HDTV might
take 10 – 12 seconds to power on.
REMOTE SENSOR – The remote sensor receives all the commands from the remote control.
Mounting Specification : 100mm x 100mm using screw size M4. Length of screw should not exceed
8mm. Please Note : The 8mm length of screw refers to how deep the screw can go inside the
mounting holes. When you’re buying screws, you should add the original 8mm to the thickness of
your mounting plate in order to get the total screw length.
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Side
Side Control Buttons
Control Buttons
SideSide
Control ButtonsControl Buttons
The following are button descriptions from top to bottom.
1. POWER – Turn on the HDTV by pressing the button once. Press the button again
to turn off the HDTV.
2. SOURCE – This button switches between all the different sources of the HDTV.
When the OSD is active, this button acts as the OK button and confirms the menu
selection.
3. MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). If a sub-menu is
active, pressing this button will exit the OSD.
4. CH(▲) – This button changes the HDTV channel up. If the OSD is active, this
button functions as up for the menu.
5. CH(▼) – This button changes the HDTV channel down. If the OSD is active, this
button functions as down for the menu.
6. VOL(+) – This button increases the HDTV’s volume. If a sub-menu is active,
pressing this button will move the select right.
7. VOL(-) – This button decreases the HDTV’s volume. If a sub-menu is active,
pressing this button will move the selection left.
8. EJECT – Press this button to open or close the DVD player.
9. PLAY/PAUSE –Press this button to play or pause the DVD program you’re
watching.
Please Note:
•For the EJECT and PLAY/PAUSE button to work you must be under the
source DVD. The buttons will not work under other sources.
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Rear View C
Rear View Connections
Rear View CRear View C
onnections
onnectionsonnections
1. DC – This connection connects to an AC adapter for powering the HDTV.
2. USB – USB connects to USB flash drives for playing music and picture. The
USB port is also used for updating the HDTV’s firmware.
3. HDMI1 – HDMI connects to devices that use HDMI cable, such as Blu-ray or
HD DVD player, or HD cable / satellite set-top box. This connection port
receives pure digital audio and high definition signal through one single cable.
This port also can accept a HDCP video device for video.
4. HDM2 – Refer to HDMI1.
5. VGA - This connection port connects to a PC for video using VGA cable. Be
sure to connect your audio cable to the VGA Stereo input if you want sound
out of VGA video source.
6. Audio In - This connection port is for people who want to provide audio to the
HDTV when using a PC or a DVI video device. The sources use 3.5mm minijack audio cable.
7. SPDIF - This connection port is used for sending out digital audio signals to
digital surround sound receivers. The orange (COAX SPDIF OUT) connector
sends out either bit-stream or PCM digital sound signal to a home theater
receiver with digital coax input.
8. HEADPHONE – This connection is for headphones to be attached to the
HDTV.
9. YPbPr – This connection port is for DVD players or satellite / cable set-top
boxes that use component cables. From left to right, connect green, blue,
and red for video, and then connect white for left channel audio, and red for
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right channel audio. Please Note: audio is shared with Video port.
10. Video – Video connects to devices that use composite video cables such as
VCR or DVD player or Wii™. Connect the yellow for video and the red / white
for audio. Please Note: audio is shared with YPbPr port.
11. LR – These two connections are audio connection for either YPbPr or Video
port.
12. TV – This connection is for digital or analog cable without the cable box or
over-the-airwave antennas. The tuner is a hybrid tuner that tunes to both
analog and digital channels. This connection uses coaxial RF cable. For
over-the airwave digital stations please check
http://www.antennaweb.org.
Please Note:
•This HDTV features a power saving function which will turn off the HDTV
automatically after 5 minutes of idling on a connection with no signal.
This feature is present on all connection.
Installing Batteries to the Remote Control
Installing Batteries to the Remote Control
Installing Batteries to the Remote ControlInstalling Batteries to the Remote Control
Please insert the lithium (cr2025) battery into the remote control. Make sure the (+) side faces up
while the (-) side faces downwards you are installing the battery. When you are installing the
battery, the remote’s backside should be facing up. Afterwards, re-attach the battery cover.
Please note:
• Only use lithium cr2025 batteries.
• Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire
risk or lead to personal injury.
• Dispose the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations.
• Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
• If the remote control is not used for a long time, remove the batteries.
• Keep the remote control away from moisture, sunlight, and high temperatures.
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SCEPTRE
SCEPTRE TV
SCEPTRE SCEPTRE
TV Remote Control
TVTV
Remote Control
Remote Control Remote Control
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