Skyworth SLTV-32L29A-2 User Manual

SLTV-32L29A-2

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MANUAL-8R28 32L29 95054U

Brand Name:

SKYWORTH

Date:

2009-05-20

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SIZE:A5

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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.

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

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.

Double insulation this is class apparatus.

The mains plug used as the disconnect device. The disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and objects

filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.

WARNING:

WARNING: Do not leave any stationary images, patterns, PIP box, or letterbox images on the screen for an extended

period of time. Also, do not display the same stationary patterns frequently. This may result in permanent ghost images on the display unit. This type of damage is not covered under warranty. Examples of this type of situation can be but not limited to the following: side bar images, stock market report bars, video game patterns, closed captioning, shopping channel logo, price display, and letterbox black bars. To prevent this type of damage, display constant moving images that fill the screen as often as possible.

According to the industrial standards, there are a certain number of defective pixels both bright and dark that are acceptable. Although we produce panel with more than 99.99 percent active cells, there still may be some cells that do not produce lig ht or remain lit. For more information, please contact sales or the technical support.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the use s authority to operate this equipment.

TV/CATV MODE SELECTION

When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "TV" mode. If using CATV, set the menu option to "CATV" (Cable Television)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.CLEANING - Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.

6.ATTACHMENTS - The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause hazards.

7.WATER AND MOISTURE - Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8.ACCESSORIES - Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit. 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.

9.VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase, or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacture's instructions have been adhered to.

10.POWER SOURCE - This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3126A

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11.POLARIZATION - This unit 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 still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12.POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13.LIGHTNING - To protect your unit 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 or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.

14. POWER LINES - 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.

15.OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16.OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Do not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.

17.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, 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.

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

19.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to Its normal operation. E. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

20.REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21.SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

22.HEAT - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

23.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER - This reminder is provided to call 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

GROUND CLAMP

IPM

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE

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(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

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Table of Contens

Important Safety Instructions

Connections & Setup

Preparation..............................................................................................5

Preparing Your LCD TV For Wall Mounting..................................................5

To Remove The Stand Base....................................................................... 5

Things to Consider Before You Connect ..................................................6

Protect Against Power Surges ................................................................... 6

Instructions at the beginning of the User's Guide ......................................... 6

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ...................................6

Use Indirect Light ..................................................................................... 6

Get the Picture .................................................................................... 6-7

Getting Channels ..................................................................................... 7

Choose Your Connection ....................................................................7-11

Video (Basic) Connection .......................................................................... 8

Component Video (Advanced) Connection .................................................. 8

HDMI/DVI Connection ............................................................................. 10

PC Connection ........................................................................................ 11

Plug in the TV ........................................................................................ 12

Put Batteries in the Remote ................................................................... 12

Turn on the TV ....................................................................................... 12

How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup .................12

Complete the Initial Setup ..................................................................... 12

Set the Menu Language ...........................................................................12

Complete Channel Setup .........................................................................12

What To Expect ......................................................................................13

Watching TV ...........................................................................................13

Changing Channels ................................................................................ 13

Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) ..........................................13

Buttons and Other Jacks On Your TV ..................................................... 14

Side Panel Buttons ..................................................................................14

Using the Remote Control

The Buttons on the Remote Control ..................................................15-16

Using the Menu System

Using the Menu System ......................................................................... 17

Picture Menu .....................................................................................17-18

Sound Menu ...........................................................................................19

Channel Menu ...................................................................................19-21

Channel Banner ...................................................................................... 21

Setup Menu ...................................................................................... 22-23

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Table of Contens

Parental Controls and V-Chip .................................................................24

How V-Chip Works for USA and Canada .....................................................24

Lock Parental Controls............................................................................. 24

The V-Chip Ratings screen........................................................................24

US V-Chip TV Ratings ..............................................................................24

Blocking specific content themes .............................................................. 25

V-Chip USA Movie Rating Limit ................................................................. 26

Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ........................................................... 26

Block Channel ......................................................................................... 26

Button Block ............................................................................................27

Change Password ....................................................................................27

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .......................................................28

Care and Cleaning ..................................................................................28

Troubleshooting ................................................................................29-31

TV Problems............................................................................................29

Problems with HDMI connection................................................................ 30

The remote control dones t work.................................................................31

Problems with V-Chip/Parental controls ..................................................... 31

What else can I do?...................................................................................31

V-Chip Rating Explanations ...............................................................32-33

US V-Chip Rating System .........................................................................32

Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ....................................................32

Canadian French V-Chip Rating System .................................................... 33

Main Technical Specifications

Warranty Card..................... .............................................................. 35-36

Parental Controls

Other Information

................................................................34

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Preparation

Thank you very much for your purchase of this product-the most natural Colour Television Receiver. To enjoy your set to the full from the very beginning, read this manual carefully and keep it handy for ready reference. The power consumption of the display is approximately 150 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 TV to the wall, please see " Preparing the LCD for Wall Mounting" below for additional information. Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or other places with high humidity, dust or smoke so as 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 excessive component damage.

Preparing Your LCD TV For Wall Mounting

The HDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted to the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the HDTV to the wall, please follow the instructions below .

To Remove The Stand Base:

1.Unplug all the cables and cords from your LCD TV.

2.Place the LCD TV face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the display.

3.Remove the screws on the back panel of the TV located near the bottom so that the base stand can be removed. (See the right figure)

4.Gently pull the stand away from the display by grasping firmly to the base.

5.Now the display can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the back panel of the display (See the right figure). Please make sure to read the directions of your specific wall mount to properly hang the HDTV. Make sure the wall mount is rated to support at least 65 lbs.

Professional mounting kits and installation service are recommended.

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Connections and Setup

Things to Consider Before You Connect

Protect Against Power Surges

Connect all devices before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet or power

strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. Turn off the TV and/or device(s) before you connect or disconnect any cables. Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety

Instructions at the beginning of the User's Guide

Protect Devices from Overheating.

Don't block ventilation holes on any of the devices. Arrange the devices so that air can

circulate freely.

Don't stack devices. If you place devices 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 devices.

Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference

Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.

If you place devices above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle. 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.

Use Indirect Light Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen.

Use soft or indirect lighting.

Get the Picture

The first part of connecting your TV is to get the picture, also known as the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. See the graphic to the bottom for location of the jack.

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Connections and Setup

Getting Channels

What You Need

Antenna ("rabbit ears") or outdoor antenna with coaxial cable OR Coaxial cable with cable service A. Do you have an indoor or outdoor antenna? If not, go to step B. If so, plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT to receive free off-air local digital and analog channels. B. Do you have cable? If so, plug the coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT to receive your cable channels. C. Do you have a set-top box? If so, you may need to call your cable company or satellite service provider. They may use special cables to allow you to view digital channels.

What You Need To Know

Visit www.antennaweb.org to get help deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you. By entering where you live, this mapping program tells you what local analog and digital stations are available using a certain antenna. When you are ready to watch channels, the channel banner displays the type of channel you're viewing. Look for a D at the bottom of the screen for digital channels; look for an A for analog channels.

Choose your connection

There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV. Input Signal Compatibility.

INPUT SIGNAL SUPPORT FORMAT Ant/Cable 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i (NTSC, ATSC, and QAM formats) Composite Video 480i Component Video (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i)/60HZ PC VGA(640X480)@60HZ SVGA(800X600)@60HZ XGA(1024X768)@60HZ WXGA(1280X720)@60HZ WXGA(1280X768)@60HZ WXGA(1360X768)@60HZ HDMI 480i(640x480i) @59.94/60HZ 480p(640x480p)@59.94/60HZ 720p(1280x720p) @59.94/60HZ 1080i(1920x1080i) @59.94/60HZ 1080p(1920x1080p) @59.94/60HZ DVI VGA(640x480)@60HZ SVGA(800x600)@60HZ XGA(1024X768)@60HZ WXGA(1280x720)@60HZ WXGA(1280x768)@60HZ WXGA(1360x768)@60HZ

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Connections and Setup

Video (Basic) Connection

This is an example of a connection using the composite video jack.

Component Video (Advanced) Connection

This is an example of a connection using the Component Video jacks.

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Connections and Setup

Connecting the Device with Composite Video (Basic)

This connection allows you to connect a device that has a Video

Out jack, for example, a DVD player. Using the example of a DVD player:

1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as

described on page 12.

2. Connect your yellow video cable. Connect a video cable to

the (VID1) Video jack on the back of the TV and to the Video

Output jack on the DVD player.

3. Connect your red and white audio cables. Connect the audio

(red and white) cables to the (VID1) R and L Audio jacks on

the back of the TV and to the Audio Output jacks on the DVD player.

Connecting the Device with Component Video (Advanced)

This connection allows you to connect a device that has Y Pb Pr

jacks, for example, a DVD player. Using the example of a DVD player:

1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as

described on page 12.

2. Connect your Y Pb Pr component video cables. Connect three

video cables or special Y Pb Pr cables to the COMPONENT

INPUT (CMPT) Y Pb Pr jacks on the back of the TV and to the

Y Pb Pr outputs on the DVD player.

3. Connect your red and white audio cables. Connect the audio

(red and white) cables to the Component Input (CMPT) R and

L Audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the Audio Output

jacks on the DVD player.

Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device

1. Plug in the TV and the device, if they aren't already plugged in.

2. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example

a DVD player.

3. Press the INPUT button on the remote control until you

select VID1 (if connected to the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack) or

YUV (if connected to the YUV jacks) and press OK.

To go back to view TV channels, use the number buttons

to enter the channel you want to view.

Note : If the picture from the DVD player appears black and white and your device is

connected to the VIDEO Input, you might tune to the wrong input. Make sure you press

INPUT until you select VID1 or YUV displayed at the top of the TV's screen.

Note : If the device you're connecting also has Component Video jacks and you have

component video cables, we recommend you use the Component Video (Advanced)

Connection instead. See instructions below.

Note :

If you have connected the devices to your TV, go to page 12 to complete the Initial Setup. To

continue connecting devices, go to the next page.

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Connections and Setup

HDMI/DVI Connection

This is an example of a connection using the HDMI1/DVI jack.

Connecting the HDMI Device

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) technology is an uncompressed digital

connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-plug cable.

Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visual Interface (DVI), the jack on the back of

your TV is also compatible with devices that have a DVI output jack. Using the example of a

set-top box:

If your set-top box has an HDMI jack, connect an HDMI cable. Connect an HDMI cable to

the DVI Input jack (or the HDMI jack if it is more convenient) on the back of the TV and to

the HDMI Out jack on the back of the device.

If your set-top box has a DVI jack, connect an HDMI cable and an HDMI/DVI adapter.

1. Connect an HDMI cable to the DVI Input jack on the back of the TV.

2. Attach an HDMI/DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable, then connect the adapter to

the DVI Out jack on the set-top box.

3. Since you're using an HDMI/DVI adapter, you need to connect Audio cables to the

Connect a 3.5 mm stereo mini pin cable to the PC AUDIO jack on the back of the TV and

to the R and L audio jacks on the back of the device.

Viewing the Picture from the Connected Device

The device in this connection is connected to the HDMI /DVI jack.

To view this device:

1. Plug in the TV and the device, if they aren't already plugged in.

2. Turn on the TV and the device you want to view, for example

a set top box.

3. Press the INPUT button until you select HDMI and press OK

on the remote control. To go back to view TV channels, use the

Number buttons to enter the channel or press CH+ or CH- buttons.

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Connections and Setup

PC Connecting

This connection allows you to connect to a personal computer.

1. If necessary, connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 12.

2. Connect your monitor cable. Connect one end of a 15-pin monitor cable to the PC VIDEO jack on the TV and the other end to the PC's video output jack. Note, if your PC's video output isn't 15-pin, you'll need an adapter that can connect to a 15-pin monitor cable.

3. Connect your audio cable. Connect a 3.5 mm stereo mini pin cable (sometimes referred to as 1/8" stereo mini pin) to the PC AUDIO jack on the back of the TV and the other end to the Audio Output jack on the PC.

Viewing the PC

1. Plug in the TV and the PC, if they aren't already plugged in.

2. Turn on the TV and the PC.

3. Press the INPUT button until you select PC and press OK on the remote control. To go back to view TV channels, use the number buttons to enter the channel or press CH+ or CHbuttons. Note: The maximum resolution is 1366x768/60Hz. Be sure to set your PC to the correct monitor output setting.

Note :

If have connected the devices to your TV, go to page 12 to complete the Initial Setup.

If you have connected devices to your PC, press the PRESET button on the remote control until you enter PRESET MENU, select the item PC Sound Source and then use left or right arrow button to select PC or AV.

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