Venturer PLV1615S User Manual

PLV16151S1 IB Cover Size: 148 X 210 MM

15” LCD TV

PLV1615S

811-161S91WXXX

Owner’s Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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* SEE REAR OF UNIT FOR GRAPHIC SYMBOLS *

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ON OR NEAR THIS UNIT.

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PLACEMENT INFORMATION

• Do not use this unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.

• Do not restrict the air flow of this unit by placing it somewhere with poor air flow, by covering it with a cloth, or by placing it on bedding or carpeting.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• When connecting or disconnecting the AC cord, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may damage it and create a hazard.

• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC cord.

CONDENSATION INFORMATION

• When left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside the unit. When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for 1-2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room and let the unit dry before use.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and

The lightning flash with an arrowhead within a triangle alerts you to uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that could cause an electric shock.

The exclamation point within a triangle alerts you to the presence of important operating, maintenance and servicing instructions in this user’s manual.

CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

The symbol for Class II (Double lnsulation)

found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class FCC limits.

WARNING: Should any problems occur, disconnect the AC cord and refer servicing to a qualified technician.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 a 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 or 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 plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacture.

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 tipover.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning 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 power-supply 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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................ 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................... 3

REMOTE CONTROL ................................................................................................. 4

ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................... 4

REMOTE CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE................................................................. 5

UNIT REFERENCE GUIDE ........................................................................................ 6

CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................. 8–13

Connecting a TV antenna/Cable/Satellite .............................................................. 8

Connecting to A/V devices (VCR, PVR Camcorder, Game System, etc.) ............... 9

Connecting to Devices with a composite (yellow RCA-type) Video Output ........ 10

Connecting to Devices with a composite (yellow RCA-type) Video Input ........... 11

Connecting to sources with component video output (DVD - only 480i, 480p, 720p

& 1080i are supported) ........................................................................................ 12

Connecting an audio amplifier ............................................................................ 12

Connecting a PC.................................................................................................. 13

Connecting the power cord ................................................................................. 13

INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................... 14

Mounting on the wall .......................................................................................... 14

USING HEADPHONES ........................................................................................... 14

TV SETUP ........................................................................................................... 15-21

Main menu .......................................................................................................... 15

Picture menu ....................................................................................................... 15

Sound menu ........................................................................................................ 16

Setup menu ......................................................................................................... 17

Parental setting .................................................................................................... 18

TV setting ............................................................................................................ 20

MTS setting .......................................................................................................... 21

Restore setting ..................................................................................................... 21

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................................ 22

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 23

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REMOTE CONTROL

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

• Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on the unit.

• When using this unit in very bright light, the infrared REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR may not work properly.

• The recommended effective distance for using the remote control is about 16 feet (5 meters).

TO CHANGE THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY

1. Open the battery door. 2. Insert two “AAA” batteries.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

When the batteries become weak, the operating distance of the remote control will be greatly reduced and you will need to replace the batteries.

Note:

• If the Remote Control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by battery leakage corrosion.

• Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix ALKALINE, standard (CARBONZINC) or rechargeable (NICKEL-CADMIUM) batteries.

WARNING:

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire or they may leak and/or explode.

ACCESSORIES

PLEASE LOCATE THE INCLUDED ACCESSORIES.

• To order replacement, visit http://www.1800customersupport.com

Remote control (with batteries) ........................................................................ x 1

Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

Need More Help?

DO NOT RETURN THIS TO THE STORE

Please visit online help at http://www.1800customersupport.com

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REMOTE CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE

6) DISPLAY button

Press to show which input you are watching (TV Channel/AV/YUV/PC).

7) SLEEP button

Sets the SLEEP timer. The unit will remain ON for the time that is set, and will automatically shut off afterwards.

8) CC button

Press to activate the Closed Captioning feature. This function only works on programs broadcasted with captions.

9) FORMAT button

Press to select the picture format.

10) STANDBY/ON button

Turns the unit ON and puts the unit into STANDBY mode.

11) YUV IN button

Directly select YUV IN (component video) mode.

12) AV IN button

Directly selects AV IN mode.

13) LAST CH button

Press to switch repeatedly between

1) FUNCTION button

Toggle between AV/YUV/PC/TV.

2) TV button

Press to select TV channel mode.

3) Number (0 - 9) buttons

Use to change the TV channels.

4) EXIT button

Press to exit the menu and return directly to normal viewing.

5) Cursor (

Press to highlight selections on a menu screen and make adjust certain settings.

MENU button

Press to display the on-screen menu.

+ CH – button

Move CH+ or CH– through the TV channels.

+ VOLUME – button

Press to adjust the volume level.

, , , ) buttons

the last two channels displayed.

14) MUTE button

Press to turn off the sound.

15) PICTURE button

Select from preset screen display settings to match the type of show you are watching (Standard, Personal, Movie, Dynamic, & Soft).

16) SOUND button

Select from preset sound settings (Personal, Voice, Music, Theater) to match the type of show you are watching.

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UNIT REFERENCE GUIDE

FRONT & BOTTOM VIEW

1) Color LCD Screen

2) STANDBY indicator

Indicates whether the unit is ON or in STANDBY (OFF) mode. Light On: The unit is in STANDBY. Light Off: The unit is turned ON.

3) STANDBY/ON button

Turns the unit on and off.

4) MENU button

Enter the Setup menu.

5) FUNCTION button

Select TV, AV IN, YUV IN or PC.

/ buttons

Select a TV channel and highlight selections (Up & Down) on the menu screen.

7) – VOL + controls

Adjust the volume level and highlight selections (Left & Right) on the menu screen.

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8) REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Do not block this sensor or remote control will not work.

9) Power Cord

10) Headphones Jack

11) AV IN Video Input Jack

12) AV IN Audio Input Jacks (Left / Right)

13) AV OUT Audio Output Jacks (Left/ Right)

14) PC IN Audio Jack

15) AV IN S-Video Input

16) YUV IN Component Video Inputs (Y/ PB/PR)

17) YUV IN Audio Input Jacks (Left/Right)

18) AV OUT Video Output Jack

19) PC IN MONITOR/VGA Jack

20) TV Antenna Cable terminal - Coaxial TV antenna input

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