ViewSonic N4280p User Manual

ViewSonic

N4280p
LCD TV

®

- User Guide

- Guide de l’utilisateur

- Guía del usuario

Model No. : VS11838-1M

Compliance Information

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and 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, 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. 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 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.

Warning: You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment as unsorted municipal
waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.

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Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions completely before using the equipment.

2. Keep these instructions in a safe place.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this equipment near water. Warning: To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do

not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

6. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the LCD TV” in this
guide for further instructions.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the equipment in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices
(including amplifi ers) that produce heat.

9. Do not attempt to circumvent the safety provisions 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 plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being tread upon or pinched, particularly at the plug, and the
point where if emerges from the equipment. Be sure that the power outlet is located near the
equipment so that it is easily accessible.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed 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 equipment when it will be unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Service is required when the unit has been
damaged in any way, such as: if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, if liquid is spilled
onto or objects fall into the unit, if the unit is exposed to rain or moisture, or if the unit does not
operate normally or has been dropped.

15. This product is only to perform the useful function of entertainment and visual display tasks are
excluded.

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Declaration of RoHS Compliance

This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the
European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum
concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown
below:

Substance

Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1%
Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd) 0.01% < 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) 0.1% < 0.1%
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% < 0.1%
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) 0.1% < 0.1%

Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex of the RoHS
Directives as noted below:

Examples of exempted components are:

1. Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not
specifi cally mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.

2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, fluorescent tubes, and electronic
ceramic parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices).

Proposed Maximum

Actual Concentration

Concentration

3. Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by weight or more
lead).

4. Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight, aluminium containing
up to 0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight.

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Copyright Information

Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2007. All rights reserved.
ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of

ViewSonic Corporation.
Disclaimer:ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions

contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material,
or the performance or use of this product.

In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to
change product specifications without notice. Information in this document may change without
notice.

No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any purpose
without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.

Product Registration

To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes
available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com.

For Your Records

Product Name:

Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:

Product disposal at end of product life

ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of our environment. Please dispose of this product
properly at the end of its useful life. Your local waste disposal company may provide information
about proper disposal.

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VS11838-1M
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_________________________________

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The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please dispose of properly in accordance with
environmental laws of your location.

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Antenna Installation Instructions

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 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, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this product 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 product due to lightning and power-line surges. Do not disconnect the antenna or the
power cord during a heavy storm lighting may strike while you are holding the cable cord, causing serious
injury; turn off your LCD TV and wait for the weather to improve.

3. 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.

Antenna

Ground clamp

Electric service equipment

Ground clamps

Power service grounding electrode system

Antenna discharge unit

Grounding conductors

Cleaning the LCD TV

• Make sure the LCD TV is turned off.

• Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the screen or case.

To clean the screen:

1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles.

2. If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft,
lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen.

To clean the case:

1. Use a soft, dry cloth.

2. If still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol based, mild non-abrasive detergent
onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface.

Disclaimer

ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD TV screen or
case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of the LCD TV. ViewSonic
will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.

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Table of Contents

Setup..............................................................................................................................................2

Identification of Controls.................................................................................................................5

Connections....................................................................................................................................9

Basic Operations ..........................................................................................................................15

Memorizing the Channels.............................................................................................................17

Channel Selection ........................................................................................................................19

Setting Picture ..............................................................................................................................20

Setting Picture/Adjusting Image....................................................................................................21

Setting Sound ...............................................................................................................................22

System Setup................................................................................................................................24

Clock and Timer Setup..................................................................................................................25

Viewing Closed Captions ..............................................................................................................26

Setting Parental Control 27

PIP/PBP/POP Operations.............................................................................................................31

Electronic Program Guide ............................................................................................................33

Image Adjust for PC/Component Mode ........................................................................................34

Image Adjust for HDMI Mode .......................................................................................................35

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................36

Care and Maintenance..................................................................................................................37

Specifications................................................................................................................................38

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Setup

Using the Remote Control

<Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor window of the set.

Objects between the remote control and sensor window may prevent proper
operation.

Note: This illustration is for reference only. The remote sensor may be in different

locations on different models.

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Cautions regarding use of remote control

<Do not expose the remote control to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquids, and do not

place in an area with high humidity.

<Do not install or place the remote control under direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit.
<The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor window of the main unit is under direct sunlight or

strong lighting. In such a case, change the angle of the lighting or TV set, or operate the remote control closer to
the remote sensor window.

Batteries for the Remote Control

Open the battery cover.

1

Insert two size-AA batteries.

2

<(Place the batteries with their terminals

corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications
in the battery compartment.)

Replace the cover.

3

+

-

+

-

Precaution on battery use

Improper use of batteries can result in a leakage of chemicals and/or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions
below.

<Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications.
<Different types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix batteries of different types.
<Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries and/or cause

old batteries to leak chemicals.

<Remove batteries as soon as they are non-operable. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If

chemical leakage is found, wipe with a cloth.

<The batteries supplied with the product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
<If the remote control is not used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control.

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Setup

Power connection

Household

Plug into AC outlet.

AC cord

Connecting the AC plug to the wall outlet as illustrated.

Note:

<This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
<Always unplug the AC cord from power outlet when not using for a long period of time.

power outlet

Speaker connection

Connect the speaker audio
cable to the external speaker

（Red）

（Black）

（Black）

（Red）

output jacks on the unit
matching the "+" and "-" ends
of the cable by color.

（Right speaker） （Left speaker）

Note:

1.Unplug the TV set and all connected components before connecting the speakers.

2.The illustration may be different depending on model.

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Setup

! For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor

antenna is recommended.

! When you enjoy the terrestrial TV programs, connect the antenna to the AIR input on the TV rear.

! When you enjoy the cable TV programs, connect the cable TV's cable to the CABLE input on the TV rear.

! Select the TV Source (AIR or CABLE) in the CHANNEL SETUP menu and then perform auto channel

search.(See <Memorizing the Channels> section)

Connect to Cable TV System

75 Ohm coaxial cable

TV REAR

VHF antenna

UHF antenna

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75 Ohm coaxial cable

Notes:

! To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an antenna, the correct cable (75 Ohm coaxial) and the correct terminating plug

are required.

! If a communal antenna system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall antenna

socket and your television receiver.

! Your local television service centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct antenna system for your

particular area and the accessories required.

! Any matters regarding antenna installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are

your responsibility.

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Main unit (front view)

Power Indicator

Identification of Controls

Channel
up/down

Volume
up/down

Menu

Input Source Select

Power On/standby

CH

CH

VOL

VOL

MENU

INPUT

Remote Sensor

1. POWER

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

2.INPUT
To select the input signal source

3. MENU

Press this button to access the MENU main page.

4. Volume up/down

Press the Volume up/down button to directly increase or decrease the sound volume level.
In OSD Menu, press these buttons to adjust the value or setting of each item

5. Channel up/down

Channel up or down.
In OSD Menu, press these buttons to choose the OSD items.

Note:

POWER ,VOL+/-, CH+/-, MENU and INPUT 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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Main unit (rear view)

Identification of Controls (continued)

21

HDM I 1

DVI 1 IN

3

4 5 6

4

S-VI DEO

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HDM I 2

DVI 2 IN

1. Speaker output jacks

2. HDMI/DVI inputs 1/2

To connect with those equipments with HDMI or DVI interface, for example, Set-top box or DVD

player.(A HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable is required when you are connecting a DVI-equipped device to this

TV.)

3. VGA interface/Audio in
Connect with those equipments with VGA interface, for example, PC.
Connect the audio jack as well with audio cable.

4. Component inputs 1/2
Connect to the audio and component output jacks of a DVD player or Set-top box.

5. AV inputs 1/2
Receive video/audio signals from external sources such as VCR or DVD player.

6. AV output
Connect to the VCR input jacks to record programs.

7. Headphone jack

8. S/PDIF digital audio out terminal (optical)

9. USB port

For software update only. The user can not operate the unit through the USB port.

10.RS-232 control interface

For service only. The user should not use this interface.

11.AIR antenna input

Connect to outdoor antenna.

12.CABLE input
Connect to a cable TV system.

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Remote Control

1

2

3

5

6

7

Identification of Controls

1. POWER

Turn the unit on or off

2. To select additional products to be controlled with remote

control

Note: This remote control is an universal remote
control. If your remote control does not work
correctly when you operate the unit, please try to
press TV button.

3. Direct channel selector/number buttons

Use these number buttons to select channel or input password.

4. Dash(-)

Used to enter a program number for multiple program

4

8

channels such as 2-1,2-2, etc.

5. INPUT

To quickly select input source

10

12

14

9

11

6. RETURN

To quickly return to the previous channel

7. CH+/-

To select channels upward or downward

8. VOL+/­ Used to adjust volume.

13

9. MUTE
Sound mute

10.MENU

To access the Menu main page

MTS/SAP

ZOOM CCD SLEEP

LIST

FAVORITE

PIP

P.POSITION SWAP FREEZE

AUDIO

PICTURE

11.INFO

To display channel status or signal information

12.Menu navigation buttons: 5634

56: To move upward or downward in menu operation;

34: To move left or right in menu operation;

To adjust selected menu item in menu operation;

OK button: To confirm or toggle between the settings of the

selected menu item.

13.EXIT

Used to exit the menu

14.GUIDE
To display the on-screen Electronic Program Guide(EPG)

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Remote Control

15
17

19
21

23
25

MTS/SAP

LIST

PIP

P.POSITION SWAP FREEZE

ZOOM CCD SLEEP

AUDIO

FAVORITE

Identification of Controls

15. ZOOM

To select screen aspect ratio

16. CCD

To select closed caption mode

17.MTS/SAP

To select STEREO, SAP or MONO (Analog TV mode)

To select audio track (DTV mode)

18.SLEEP

To set Sleep timer

19.LIST

To display program list

20.PICTURE

To select the picture mode

21. FAVORITE

To display favorite program list

22. AUDIO

To select the sound mode

23. PIP

To select PIP/PBP/POP/full screen mode

24. FREEZE

To freeze current picture

25. P.POSITION

16

To select PIP sub picture position

18

PICTURE

26.SWAP

20

To swap the main and sub pictures

22

(only in PIP or PBP mode)

24
26

Note: the buttons without description are not active.

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Connections

Cautions before connecting

Carefully check the terminals for position and type before making any connections.

The illustration of the external equipment may be different depending on your model.

Loose connectors can result in image or color problems. Make sure that all connectors are securely inserted into their terminals.

Refer to the user manual of the external device as well.

When connecting an external device, turn the power off on the panel to avoid any issues.

Connect an Audio Processor or Hi-Fi (Digital Audio)

For a full Home Theater sound experience,
you must connect your Hi-Fi or Audio
processor to the S/PDIF OUT(Optical) terminal
on the TV rear.

Note:

The S/PDIF OUT terminal only can output
digital TV program’s audio.

Optical cable

S-VID EO

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Audio Processor

Connect a VCR

YY

or

OR

S/PDIF IN
(Optical)

HIFi System

How to connect:

Connect the Audio/Video cables between the Audio (L/R)/Video
jacks on the unit and VCR.

L

R

S-VID EO

WW

RR

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S-video
cable

Video
cable

YY

Audio
cable

WW

RR

Note: For better video, you can use the S-VIDEO terminal if
your source supports it. S-VIDEO input uses the same circuit
as Video1. S-VIDEO has priority if both connectors are
inserted. Use one or the other.

To play VCR

1. Turn on your TV, press INPUT button on the remote control to
display INPUT SELECT menu, use5/6to select AV1/SVideo
and then press OK to confirm.

2. Turn on your VCR , insert a videotape and press the Play button.

YY

Yellow (VIDEO)

WW

White (AUDIO L)

RR

Red (AUDIO R )

ANT OUT

VID EO

VID EO

AV OUT

AV IN

AUDIO

AUDIO

RL

RL

-

S VI DE O

ANT IN

Rear of the VCR

VCR

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Connect a Camcorder

Connections (continued)

L

R

S-VID EO

WW

YY

RR

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Video
cable

YY

RS- 232

Audio
cable

WW

AUDIO

YY

Yellow (VIDEO)

WW

White (AUDIO L)

RR

Red (AUDIO R )

OUT

RR

RLVID EO

IN

Camcorder

How to connect:

Connect the Audio/Video cables between the Audio (L/R)/Video jacks on the unit and camcorder.

To playback Camcorder

1. Turn on your TV, press INPUT button on the remote control to display INPUT SELECT menu, use 5/6to select
AV2 and then press OK to confirm .

2. Turn on your camcorder and set it to output mode. (For details, refer to your camcorder user manual.)

3. Insert the tape into the camcorder and press Play button.

Note:

The operations of the camcorder may be different and is dependant on your model. Please read the user manual
of your camcorder to confirm operation.

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HDMI Connection

Connections (continued)

HDM I 2

DVI 2 IN

HDM I 1

DVI 1 IN

HDMI cable

DVD player or STB with

HDMI interface

How to connect a DVD Player (or STB) using HDMI Connection:

Connect the HDMI cable between the HDMI interface on the unit and HDMI output on the DVD player (or STB).

To playback DVD (or STB)

1. Turn on your TV, press INPUT button on the remote control to display INPUT SELECT menu, use 5/6to
select HDMI1(or select HDMI2 if HDMI2 interface is used) and then press OK to confirm.

2. Turn on your DVD player or STB and do relative operations.

Note:

If the external device has DVI output only, use a DVI to HDMI adapter cable to connect to the HDMI
terminal. Connect the audio cable to the AUDIO terminal of VGA IN on the TV rear.

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Connections (continued)

Connect a DVD player or Set-Top Box

WW

white (audio L)

RR

red (audio R, Pr)

Green (Y)

GG

BB

Blue (Pb)

HDM I 2

DVI 2 IN

HDM I 1

DVI 1 IN

RRGG BB

RR

Video
cable

RR

RRGG BB

AUD IOCOM PONEN T

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S VIDE O

AUD IO

L R

P

P

r

AUDIO

R L VIDE O

b

AV OUT

Y

Rear of the DVD, STB

Audio
cable

WW

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DVD player, STB, etc.

How to connect:

Connect the Video cable between the Y, Pb, Pr input jacks on the unit and Y, Pb, Pr output jacks on the DVD (or
STB). Component color inputs provide luminance and separate color signal.

Connect the Audio cable between the AUDIO input jack on the unit and AUDIO output jacks on the DVD (or STB) .

To playback DVD or STB

1. Turn on your TV, press INPUT button on the remote control to display INPUT SELECT menu, use 5/6to select
Component1 (or select Component2 if COMPONENT2 input terminals are used) and then press OK to

confirm .

2. Turn on your DVD or STB and do relative operations.

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Connect a PC

Connections (continued)

HDM I 2

DVI 2 IN

HDM I 1

DVI 1 IN

VGA
cable

Audio
cable

How to connect:

Connect a VGA cable between the VGA(D-sub) interface on the PC and the VGA input interface on the unit.

Connect an Audio cable between the AUDIO output on the PC and AUDIO input jack on the unit.

To Watch the PC screen

1. Turn on your TV, press INPUT button on the remote control to display INPUT SELECT menu, use 5/6to

select Analog RGB and then press OK to confirm.

2. Turn on your PC and check for PC system requirements.

3. Adjust the PC screen.

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Connections (continued)

Connect a VCR (for recording) or external amplifier

Audio
cable

RR

WW

To Audio inputs

External Amplifier

Video
cable

ANT OUT

L

R

S-VID EO

WW

YY

RR

Audio
cable

WW

YY

AV OUT

AV IN

AUDIO

AUDIO

RR

RLVID EO

RLVID EO

Rear of the VCR

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ANT IN

RS- 232

YY

Yellow (VIDEO)

WW

White (AUDIO L)

RR

Red (AUDIO R )

VCR for recording

How to connect:

Connect the Audio/Video cables between the Audio (L/R)/Video jacks on the unit and VCR.

- or -- or -

Connect the Audio cables between the Audio (L/R) jacks on the unit and external amplifier.

To record program

1. Turn on your TV, select a program you wish to record.

2. Turn on your VCR, insert a videotape for recording.

3. Press the Record button to begin recording.

To enjoy high-quality sound through an external amplifier

Note:

The operations of the amplifier may be different depending on model. Please read the user manual of your
amplifier to confirm proper operation.

Only analog TV programs, AV1 and AV2 input sources can be output through the AV output jacks.

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Basic Operations

Turning the Unit On and Off

Turning On

Insert the power cord into the wall outlet.
Press the Power button on the remote control, the unit will be turned on and you will be ready to use its features.

Turning Off

With the power on, press the Power button on the remote control to turn off.

Note: You can also use the Power button on the control panel on the main unit.
The period between Turn-Off and Turn-On should be more than 3 seconds.

Viewing the Menus and Displays

This unit has a simple, easy-to-use menu system that appears on the screen. This system makes it convenient and
fast to use features on the unit. The unit also lets you display the status of many of your TV features.

Main Menu Overview

Main Menu

PICTURE

Brightness
Contrast
Sharpness
Color
Tint
Backlight
Color Temp
User Color Temp*

Note:

IMAGE

ADJUST

Image size
H position
V position
Freeze Image

AUDIO

Headphone volume
Treble
Bass
Balance
Focus window out*
AVC

SYSTEM

SETUP

Language
Screen Saver
Transparency
OSD Time Out
Clock Setup
Factory Reset
Closed Caption Setup

CHANNEL
SETUP

TV Source
Current Channel
Channel Label
Channel Skip
Favorite Channel
Auto Search
Input Select
Signal Strength*

CONTENT

Content Password
Set Password
Password Confirm
Parental Control
Movie Block
Canadian English
Canadian French
TV Blocking

r The above main menu is illustrated as in TV mode.
r In DTV mode, there is no H position and V position item in IMAGE ADJUST menu.
r Only in DTV mode it will appear Signal Strength bar in CHANNEL SETUP menu.
r The menu items marked with * will appear only on some conditions. In CONTENT menu, ‘Content Password’

menu item will not be displayed after you use the password to access the menu.

Menu navigation

With the power on, press the MENU button to display the main menu.

1

Press button to select menu page.4or3

2

Press button to enter the menu page.6

3

Within the menu, use or to select, use to adjust or enter sub-menu.

4

In some situations, press OK button to confirm or toggle some settings.

Press MENU button to return to the previous level menu.

5

Press EXIT button to exit the main menu and return to your program.

Note:

lTo clearly introduce the menu operations , this operation manual provides a description based on operation with

the remote control.

lThe illustrations and on-screen displays in this manual are for explanation purposes(some are enlarged, others

cropped) and may vary slightly from the actual ones.

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Basic Operations

On-screen Menus Language Selection

The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language.
First select your language.

Press MENU and then use 4or36 to display SYSTEM SETUP

1

menu page, press to enter.

Press to select ress or to select

2

3

Selecting Input Source Signal

Press the INPUT button to display INPUT SELECT menu.

1

6or 5 Language item, p 3 4

your desired language.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

SYSTEM SETUP

Language

Screen Saver
Transparency
OSD Time Out
Clock Setup
Factory Reset
Close Caption Setup

English

OFF

000
010

> > >

> > >

> > >

Press to 6or 5 select your desired input source, press OK to confirm.

2

Press INPUT button to clear the screen.

3

TV --------Select TV signal.

AV1/SVideo------Select signal from AV INPUT1/S-VIDEO terminals.

AV2-------Select signal from AV INPUT2 terminals.

Component1------Select signal from COMPONENT INPUT1 terminals.

Component2------Select signal from COMPONENT INPUT2 terminals.

INPUT SELECT

TV

AV1/SVideo
AV2
Component1

Component2
Analog RGB
HDMI1
HDMI2

Up/Down:Change

OK:Select Input:Exit

Analog RGB-------Select signal from VGA input interface.

HDMI1-------Select signal from HDMI1 input interface.

HDMI2-------Select signal from HDMI2 input interface.

Note:

You may also make use of OSD main menu (CHANNEL SETUP menu) to select the input source.

You can edit source name to your preference (refer to "System Setup" section).

Information Banner

You can press INFO button to call up information banner. The information banner will display current status
information such as channel number or signal source, etc.

In DTV mode, it will display the following information:

- Channel number and name.

- Air or Cable.

- Resolution.

- Current time.

- Caption icon (if closed caption is turned on), Clock icon (if timer has been setup).

- Current program broadcast progress.

- Current program start and end play times.

Note:

Some DTV programs’ information banner may not contain all the above information. It will vary depending on the
broadcaster and your setting.

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Memorizing the Channels

When the TV powers on for the first time after purchase, the initial auto channel search is invoked.
This unit can automatically find all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and store them in memory.

Note: Be sure to select the TV input (refer to <Selecting Input Source Signal> section on previous page) before
operation.

Selecting the TV Source

Before your TV can memorize the available channels, you must
specify the type of signal source that is connected to the unit. (i.e., an
antenna or cable system)

In full screen mode, press MENU to display the main menu.

1

Press to display SETUP menu page, press

2

3

4or3 CHANNEL 6

to enter.

Press to select ress or to select

6or 5 TV Source item, p 3 4

AIR or CABLE.

 Select AIR if using antenna.
 Select CABLE if using cable.

Auto Channel Search

If TV Source is set to AIR: highlight Auto Search in the CHANNEL
SETUP menu and then press or to begin the auto channel

search he unit will automatically search for all available TV/DTV

, t

program.

4 3

TV Source

Current Channel
Channel Label
Channel Skip
Favorite Channel
Auto Search
Input Select

Signal Strength

TV Source
Current Channel
Channel Label
Channel Skip
Favorite Channel

Auto Search

Input Select

Signal Strength

CHANNEL SETUP

AIR

2-1

WGBH-

OFF

OFF

> > >

> > >

CHANNEL SETUP

AIR

2-1

WGBH-

OFF

OFF

> > >

> > >

If TV Source is set to CABLE: highlight Auto Search in the
CHANNEL SETUP menu and then press or ,
Scan Source window opens up Use 4 3to select one of STD

. or ,

HRC IRC and then press OK , t

, to begin the auto channel search he

unit will automatically search for all available CATV/CADTV
program.

4 3 now a Channel

Channel Scan Source

STD HRC IRC

Note:

l If you want to stop the auto-search, press MENU button.
l Select one of Cable STD/HRC/IRC according to your local area's cable system, normally please select STD.

Channel Skip

After setting channels into memory, you can skip unnecessary
channels so that only the channels you want to watch are selected
with Channel up/down buttons.

Navigate to the CHANNEL SETUP menu.

1

Highlight Current Channel item, use to select an

2

3or4

unwanted channel.

Highlight Channel Skip item, use 3or4 set ON. to

3

TV Source
Current Channel
Channel Label

Channel Skip

Favorite Channel
Auto Search
Input Select

Signal Strength

CHANNEL SETUP

AIR

2-1

WGBH-

ON

OFF

> > >

> > >

If you want to skip other unwanted channels, repeat the above

4

steps.

Press EXIT button to exit.

5

Now when you use CH+/- buttons to cycle among the channels, the skipped channels can not be selected.

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Memorizing the Channels (continued)

DTV Signal Strength

You can make use of DTV signal strength bar to check how strong
your DTV signal is and whether you need to adjust your antenna or
digital cable input. The stronger the signal strength, the less likely you
are to experience picture degradation.

Navigate to the CHANNEL SETUP menu, at the bottom of the menu
screen the Signal Strength bar is displayed indicating the level and
quality of signal that is received by the unit for the current DTV
channel.

Channel Label Setup

If required, you can give a name to the programs. (Only for analog channels)

Navigate to the CHANNEL SETUP menu and highlight Channel

1

Label.

TV Source
Current Channel
Channel Label
Channel Skip
Favorite Channel
Auto Search
Input Select

Signal Strength

CHANNEL SETUP

AIR

2-1

WGBH-

OFF

OFF

> > >

> > >

Press OK to enter into channel label editing mode.

2

se / to move the se / to

U 3 4 cursor, u 5 6 select character.
Press MENU to exit the editing mode.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

3

Note: the names of digital broadcasting channels are automatically

assigned and thus cannot be assigned by users.

Favorite Channel Setup

You can create a favorite channel list into memory as follows:

Navigate to the CHANNEL SETUP menu.

1

Highlight Current Channel item, use 3or4to select your favorite

2

channel.

Highlight Favorite Channel item, use 3or4to select ON.

3

Repeat the above steps to set more favorite channels (up to 10

4

channels)

CHANNEL SETUP

TV Source
Current Channel

Channel Label

Channel Skip
Favorite Channel
Auto Search
Input Select

Signal Strength

CHANNEL SETUP

TV Source
Current Channel
Channel Label
Channel Skip

Favorite Channel

Auto Search
Input Select

Signal Strength

AIR

2-1

ABCD-

OFF

OFF

> > >

> > >

AIR

2-1

WGBH-

OFF

ON

> > >

> > >

Now a favorite channel list is created, and you can make use of it

5

to quickly select your favorite channel.
Press FAVORITE button to call up the Favorite channel list, use

5 6to highlight the channel, use OK to select that channel. /

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Channel Selection

Information about USA channel numbering

= ATSC PSIP channel has two part channel number:

— Major channel number
— Minor channel number

For example:

In US, in most situations the major channel number is same for both analog and digital channels (It is equal to

the NTSC channel number for existing broadcasters.)

In US, a minor channel number of zero is used for a broadcaster’s analog channel.

Channel Numbering Example

 Original NTSC Channels for Des Moines:

— 5, 8, 11, 13, 17

 Possible NTSC + ATSC Channels for Des Moines:

— 5-0, 8-0, 11-0, 13-0, 17-0 (channel numbers for existing analog channels)

— 5-1, 5-2, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3,8-4, 13-1 (channel numbers for digital channels)

Channel: 5-1

Major channel number

Minor channel number

Channel Selection

Using the Channel up/down buttons (CH+ or CH-)

Press the CH+ or CH- to cycle among available channels found (while the skipped channels can not be selected)

Using the direct select buttons (0-9 and dash buttons)

Press the number buttons (0-9) and the dash (-) button, and the unit goes to that channel.
For example, if you want to select channel 8-3, just key in ‘8’, ‘-’, ‘3’ on the remote control.(Be sure the period of two­press should be within 3 seconds)

Note:

=When you use the number buttons, you can directly select any channel within the channel range .

=In some situations virtual channel numbers have no correspondence to physical frequencies.

=To select an analog channel, you may directly input its major channel number. It is unnecessary to input the minor

channel number of zero.

Using the LAST button

Press this button to switch between the current channel and the last viewed channel.

Using the PROGRAM LIST or FAVORITE LIST

After auto-search, a default program list has been created. You may press LIST
button to call up the PROGRAM LIST, then make use of5 6 to highlight the

channel, and then press OK to select.

If you have created your favorite program list, you may press FAVORITE button to
call up the FAVORITE LIST, then make use of5 6 to highlight the channel, and

then press OK to select.

/

/

PROGRAM LIST

Digital 2-1 WGBH-SD
Digital 2-2 PBS-HD

Analog 6-0
Analog 7-0

FAVORITE LIST

Digital 2-1
Digital 2-3
Analog 12-0
Analog 48-0

Note: 1) In twin window mode, then the above list is only for main window.

2)The OSD illustrations shown on the right are only served as an example and
may differ from the actual ones.

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Customizing the Picture

Setting Picture

Press MENU to display the main menu.

1

Press to display menu page, press to

2

enter.

Within the menu, use to 5or6 select item, use3or4 to adjust.

3

When Color Temp is set to User, then you can enter into User

3or4 PICTURE 6

Color Temp sub-menu to customize the color temperature.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

4

Notes:

The OSD illustrations shown on the right are PICTURE menu in
TV mode.
The menu items may be different when the unit works in
different mode.

Option

Function Choice/remarks

Adjusts screen brightness for easier

Brightness

viewing of dark picture such as night
scenes and black hair.

Brightness
Contrast
Sharpness
Color
Tint
Backlight
Color Temp

User Color Temp

Red
Green
Blue

4: lighter
3 : darker

PICTURE

050
050

007
050
050

Strong

User

> > >

PICTURE

052
050

050

Contrast

Sharpness

Color

Tint

Backlight

Color

Temperature

User Color

Temperature

Red

Green

Adjusts image contrast.

Adjusts image sharpness and displays a
sharp image.

Adjusts color saturation.

Adjusts tint for image.

Adjusts panel backlight brightness.

Adjusts the color temperature of the image.
Sets to warm to enhance hotter colors such
as red, or set to cool to see less intense
colors with more blue.

Adjusts the color RED of the image.

Adjusts the color GREEN of the image.

4: stronger
3 : weaker

4: sharper
3 : softer

4: stronger
3 : weaker

4: greenish
3 : purplish

Strong/Weak/Medium

Cool/Warm/User

Blue

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Setting Picture/Adjusting Image

Picture Mode Selection

You can select the picture quality instantly among three preset modes and one user-set mode.

Press the PICTURE button repeatedly to select the desired picture quality. NATURE, SOFT, USER and BRIGHT
can be selected cyclically.

NATURE: Select for a normal picture.
SOFT: Select for a finely detailed picture.
BRIGHT: Select for a bright picture.
USER: The picture quality you set.

Image Size Adjustment

You can make use of image size adjustment to choose the aspect
ratio depending on the format of the received signal and your
preference.

Image Size

H Position
V Position
Freeze Image

IMAGE ADJUST

FILL ALL

050
047

OFF

Press the ZOOM button repeatedly to select the desired image size.
You can also adjust Image size in the IMAGE ADJUST menu.

 NORMAL

Selects the proper picture proportion to match the source’s image.( 4:3 4:3, 16:9  16:9)

 WIDE

This mode stretches the picture horizontally and at the same time still maintains a good aspect ratio at the center of

the screen.

 ZOOM

This mode enlarges the picture in correct proportion.

 FILL ALL

This mode displays a picture at full screen size.

IMAGE ADJUST

Screen Position Adjustment

Navigate to the IMAGE ADJUST menu.

1

Image Size

H Position
V Position

Freeze Image

FILL ALL

050
047

OFF

Highlight H Position or V Position item, use 3or4to make

2

appropriate adjustments.

Note:

 You may perform screen position adjustment only for analog channels. It is unnecessary to adjust screen

position for digital channels.

To Freeze the Picture

Press the FREEZE button to freeze the image on the screen (the video sources still run). Press again to restore.
You can also set Freeze Image to ON in the IMAGE ADJUST menu to freeze the picture. To restore, set it to OFF.

Note:
If a fixed image is displayed on the screen for a long time, that fixed image may become imprinted on the
screen and remain visible.

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Setting Sound

Adjusting the Volume

Using the volume buttons (VOL+ and VOL-)
Press the VOL + or VOL- to increase or decrease the volume.

Using the Mute
At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTE button. Press the MUTE button again to restore.

Customizing the sound

Press MENU to display the main menu.

1

Press to display menu page, press to enter.3or4 AUDIO 6

2

Within the menu, use to 5or6 select item, use3or4 to

3

adjust.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

4

Option

Headphone

Adjusts headphone volume.

Function

volume

Treble

Bass

Balance

Adjusts Treble (high sounds).

Adjusts Bass (low sounds)

Adjusts volume balance (left and right volumes).

=In twin window mode(PIP or PBP), if “speaker” is

selected, then the focus window* sound is output from
speakers while the other window sound is output from
headphone. (Default setting)

Focus window

out

(PIP or PBP mode only)

=If “Headphone” is selected, then the focus window

sound is output from headphone while the other
window sound is output from speakers.

=If “Both” is selected, then both speakers and

headphone output focus window sound(as for the
other window, this menu item will be set to “None”
automatically).

AUDIO

Headphone volume
Treble
Bass
Balance

Focus window out

AVC

Speaker

ON

Choice/Remarks

4: stronger
3 : weaker

4: stronger
3 : weaker

4: stronger
3 : weaker

4:Higher volume from right speaker.
3 Higher volume from left speaker.:

Speaker/Headphone/Both

015
050

050
050

Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions,

AVC
(auto volume
control)

which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every
time the channel is changed. Turning "AVC" On lets

you automatically adjust the volume of the desired
channel by lowering the sound output when the

modulation singal is high or by raising the sound output
when the modulation signal is low.

ON/OFF

Notes:

The menu items may be different when the unit works in different mode.
Focus Window Out menu item is available only in twin window mode (PIP or PBP) and either window’s

program is not in Rating Blocked. If “Both” is selected and later on if either window’s program comes into Rating
Blocked, the sound may be mute. To cancel, please exit the Rating Blocked state for the program and then set
this menu item to other proper choice.

Normally the main picture is default focus window. You may select sub picture as focus window by pressing OK

button and a green border will appear on it.

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Setting Sound

Sound Mode Selection

You can select the sound quality instantly among three preset modes and one user-set mode.

Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired sound quality. NEWS, USER, MOVIE and MUSIC can be
selected cyclically.

NEWS: Select for a speech or conversation program.
MOVIE: Select for a movie program.
MUSIC: Select for a music program.
USER: The sound quality you set.

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup (only for analog channel)

- This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accompanies the
stereo program; if the station transmits an additional sound signal as well as the original one.

- Stereo or SAP can be selected only when the TV station transmits these signals.

- Mono sound is automatically received if the broadcast is only in Mono.

- Select Mono if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal.

When viewing analog channel, press the MTS/SAP button to call up the AUDIO

1

MODE menu.

Press 5or6to select your desired MTS mode: Mono, Stereo or SAP, then press

2

OK to confirm.

Note: In multi window mode, Stereo or SAP can be selected only for main picture.

AUDIO MODE

Mono

Stereo

SAP

Digital Audio Mode Selection (only in DTV mode)

- The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example,
simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages).

- The availability of these additional "multitracks" depends upon the program.

When viewing digital channel, press the MTS/SAP button to call up the AUDIO

1

MODE menu.

AUDIO MODE

1. Audio: eng

2. Audio: fre

Press5or6to select your desired audio mode option, then press OK to confirm.

2

Note: In multi window mode, the MTS/SAP button only can be used for

the main picture.

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(The above OSD is only served
as an illustration. It may be different
in different situation)

System Setup

- You may change systems such as OSD language, screen saver, menu transparency, etc. by making use of

SYSTEM SETUP menu.

Press MENU and then use 3or4 SYSTEM SETUP

1

menu page, press to enter.

Within the menu, use or to select, use to adjust or

2

enter sub-menu.

6

6 5 3or4

to display

In some situations, press OK button to confirm or toggle some
settings.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

3

Option

Language

Screen Saver

Transparency

OSD Time Out

Selects on-screen menus language.

With the Screen Saver function on, the TV will appear “No Signal” character as screen
saver automatically when no signal is being received for some seconds.

Adjusts menu transparency.

Selects OSD main menu displaying time.

Function

SYSTEM SETUP

Language
Screen Saver
Transparency
OSD Time Out
Clock Setup
Factory Reset
Closed Caption Setup

English

OFF

000
010

> > >

> > >

> > >

Clock Setup

Factory Reset

Closed Caption
Setup

Making use of Clock Setup sub-menu to setup auto clock, or manual clock, and On/Off timer.

Using the Factory Reset item to quickly load default values.
Note: Be careful to use this function because once you activate it, all settings will be reset to

original factory value.

Making use of Closed Caption Setup sub-menu to control closed caption, to select caption
mode. For DTV program, you can customize the captions that appear on the screen.

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Clock and Timer Setup

Auto Clock Setup

- With the Auto Clock function ON, the time is set automatically from a digital channel signal.

- The digital channel signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station.

- Set the clock manually, if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.

- If you cut off the power supply to the TV, the clock setting you have made will be cleared.

Press MENU and then use 3or4 SYSTEM SETUP 6 to display menu page, press to enter.

1

Highlight Clock Setup item, use3or4 to enter.

2

SYSTEM SETUP

Highlight Auto Clock and then use or to

3

function ON

.

Highlight Set Time Zone and then use or to select your

4

viewing area time zone: , New Foundland, Samoa,

Atlantic

Hawaii, Alaska, Pacific, Mountain, Central, Eastern.

If your viewing area uses Daylight Saving Time, set Daylight Saving to ON in the menu, otherwise set it to OFF.

5

Manual Clock Setup

- If current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually.

- If you cut off the power supply to the TV, the clock setting you have made will be cleared.

3 4 turn the Auto Clock

3 4

Auto Clock

Current Time

Set Time Zone
Daylight Saving

Auto Power On
Auto Power Off

2006-08-15 08:58 AM

ON

New Foundland

ON

08:00 PM Today Everyday Disable

11:00 PM Today Everyday Disable

Navigate to the SYSTEM SETUP - Clock Setup sub-menu,

1

highlight Auto Clock 3 4 .and then use or to select OFF

Press or 5or6 to highlight Current Time item and then use 3 4

2

to select either the year, date, or time option. Once selected, use
the number buttons to input and set the year, date and time
options. To select AM or PM, move the cursor to the position and
then use OK to toggle.

If your area uses , set Daylight Saving to ON in the menu, otherwise set it to OFF.Daylight Saving Time

3

On/Off Timer Setup

- Auto Power On/Off function operates only if current time has been set.

- The TV must be in standby mode for the Auto Power On to work.

- If you cut off the power, the timer setting will be cleared.

Navigate to the SYSTEM SETUP - Clock Setup sub-menu,

1

highlight Auto Power On or Auto Power Off.

Use 3 4 to select either the hour or minute option. Once

2

selected, use the number buttons to input the time. To select AM
or PM, move the cursor to the position and then use OK to toggle.

or

Auto Clock
Current Time
Set Time Zone
Daylight Saving

Auto Power On
Auto Power Off

Auto Clock
Current Time
Set Time Zone
Daylight Saving

Auto Power On
Auto Power Off

SYSTEM SETUP

OFF

2006-03-15 11:58 AM

New Foundland

OFF

08:00 PM Today Everyday Disable

11:00 PM Today Everyday Disable

SYSTEM SETUP

ON

2006-08-15 08:58 AM

New Foundland

OFF

06:00 PM Today Everyday Disable
10:00 PM Today Everyday Disable

l If you want the function to work only today, select Today and then use OK to activate it (displayed in purple).
l If you want the function to work everyday, select Everyday and then use OK to activate it (displayed in purple).
l To cancel On/Off timer function, select Disable and then use OK to activate it (displayed in purple).

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU to return to the previous menu.

3

Sleep timer

- Sleep timer lets you select the amount of time before your TV turns itself off automatically. Note that this setting is
cleared when the TV is turned off.

Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to set sleep timer. To cancel it, press SLEEP button repeatedly to select OFF.

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Viewing Closed Captions

The unit decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are
usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal
from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. Most prerecorded
commercial video tapes provide closed captions as well. Check for the closed caption symbol in your television
schedule and on the tape’s packaging: .

Note:

The Caption feature only works in TV and AV mode.
Not all the programs and videos will offer closed captioning. Please look for the symbol to ensure that captions will be shown.
In multi window mode, the Caption feature only applies to main picture.

Closed Caption Control

Press the CCD button repeatedly to select Caption ON, MUTE ON, or
OFF.

- MUTE ON shows the captions (if available on program) when the TV
sound is muted.

- You can also navigate to SYSTEM SETUP-Closed Caption Setup
sub menu and select Closed Caption Control item, then use 3or4to
select Caption ON, MUTE ON, or OFF .

Closed Caption Control

Analog CC Mode
Digital CC Mode
Closed Caption Option

SYSTEM SETUP

ON

C1

Service1

> > >

Analog or Digital Broadcasting System Caption Mode

- Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information if provided on a program.

- Analog caption displays information on the screen usually the program’s dialog.

- Text displays information, usually at the bottom position and is used for a data service, generally not program related.

- Caption/Text,if provided by the broadcaster, would be available for both digital and analog channels.

Navigate to SYSTEM SETUP menu and highlight Closed Caption

1

Setup, use 3or4to enter.

Highlight Analog CC Mode or Digital CC Mode, use 3or4to

2

select caption mode.

Closed Caption Control

Analog CC Mode
Digital CC Mode
Closed Caption Option

SYSTEM SETUP

ON

C1

Service1

> > >

Closed Caption Option

You can customize the digital closed captions that appear on your
screen.

Navigate to the SYSTEM SETUP menu and highlight Closed

1

Caption Setup, use 3or4to enter.

Highlight Closed Caption Option, use 3or4to enter.

2

5or6 3 4

Press to select your desired item, and then use or to

3

customize the Size, , etc. to your preference. A preview
is provided at the bottom of the screen for you to see the

Style sample

menu

effect.

¨Font Size: Set the size the words will appear in.
¨Style: Select a style for the words.
¨Foreground: Select a color for the text.
¨Background: Select a background color.
¨Background Opacity: Select the opacity for the background color.
¨Edge Effect: Select an edge effect.

Digital CC Font Size
Digital CC Style
Digital CC Foreground
Digital CC Background
Digital CC Background Opacity
Digital CC Edge Effect

SYSTEM SETUP

Standard

AUTO

AUTO

AUTO

AUTO

NONE

Sample

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Setting Parental Control

Parental Control

This function allows TV programs to be restricted and TV usage to be controlled based on FCC data. It prevents
children from watching violent or sexual scenes that may be harmful.

Restriction of TV programs includes two ratings that contain information about the program: the MPAA rating and the
TV Parental Guidelines. The MPAA rating is restricted by age. TV Parental Guidelines are restricted by age and
content.

Since a TV program may use either the MPAA rating or the TV Guidelines, both should be adjusted for complete
control.

Note:

The Parental Control function works only in some modes (for example, in TV or AV mode).

If blocked program is selected, then the screen will appear “Rating Blocked”.

[1] Movie Rating (MPAA)

Rating

age

G

PG

PG13

GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.

PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PARENTAL STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children
under 13.

based

R

NC

X

NR

RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.

X Rating is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded in the data of older
movies.

NOT RATED.

Note:

The Movie rating is only age-based.

Example:

“PG13” in the age-based rating is blocked, this will automatically block

CONTENT

the higher ratings “R”, “NC”, “X”,“NR” also.

Set Password
Password Confirm
Parental Control

Movie Block

Canadian English
Canadian French
TV Blocking

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- - - -

- - - -

Enable

PG13

G PG

E C C8+ G PG

E G

R NC X NR

13+

8+

> > >

14+

16+ 18+

18+

[2] TV Rating

Setting Parental Control(continued)

Rating

content based

LD

S

FVV

Y (All children)

Y7 (Direct to Older Children)

age

based

G (General Audience)

PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)

14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)

MA (Mature Audience Only)

Content Rating can be set but this Rating is not
normally broadcast by TV Station.

Content Rating can be set.

D:

Sexually Suggestive Dialog

L:

Adult Language

S:

Sexual Situation

V:

Violence

FV:

Fantasy Violence

Note:

Age-based ratings can be modified by the content-based ratings but only in the combinations indicated by an in the table above.

Choosing lower age-based rating blocks the higher age-based ratings regardless of content ratings settings.

Example:

When Y7 in the age-based rating is set to BLOCK, this will automatically block the
higher ratings: G, PG, 14 and MA. In addition, D, L, S, V and FV in content are
automatically blocked.

TV Blocking

CONTENT

Y

Y7 FV

G

14

MA

D

S VD LPG

L S V

S

L

V

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Setting Parental Control(continued)

Password Setup

To use the Parental Control function, you first need to set your
password.

Press MENU and then use 3or46 to display CONTENT menu

1

page, press to enter.

Enter the password as requested (4-digit, the initial password is

2

1111). Now the whole CONTENT menu will appear.

Highlight Set Password, enter a new password and then confirm

3

again. Now your new password has been created successfully.

Be sure to write down your password and retain it for future
use.

Parental Control Setup

Use the password to access CONTENT menu.

1

Content Password

Set Password

Password Confirm

Parental Control
Movie Block
Canadian English
Canadian French
TV Blocking

CONTENT

- - - -

CONTENT

* * * *

* * * *

Disable

PG13

G PG

E C C8+ G PG

E G

R NC X NR

13+

8+

> > >

14+

16+ 18+

Done

18+

Highlight Parental Control, use to select Enable to activate

2

the blocking scheme you set up.

3or4

If you want to disable the blocking scheme you set up, select

Disable.

MPAA Rating Setup

Use the password to access CONTENT menu.

1

Highlight Movie Block, use to select your desired rating,

2

3or4

then use OK to either block the rating (a lock will appear) or
unblock (the lock will disappear) .

For example when “PG13” in the age-based rating is blocked, this

,

will automatically block the higher ratings “R”, “NC”, “X”, “NR” also.

TV Rating Setup

Use the password to access CONTENT menu.

1

Set Password
Password Confirm

Parental Control

Movie Block
Canadian English
Canadian French
TV Blocking

Set Password
Password Confirm
Parental Control

Movie Block

Canadian English
Canadian French
TV Blocking

CONTENT

- - - -

- - - -

Enable

PG13

G PG

E C C8+ G PG

E G

CONTENT

G PG

E C C8+ G PG

E G

R NC X NR

13+

8+

> > >

- - - -

- - - -

Enable

PG13

R NC X NR

13+

8+

> > >

14+

16+ 18+

14+

16+ 18+

18+

18+

Highlight TV Blocking, use to enter.3or4

2

Within the menu, use , , to select, use OK to either

3

block (a lock will appear) or unblock (the lock will disappear) .

For example when Y7 in the age-based rating is set to BLOCK, this

,

5 6 3or4

TV Blocking

will automatically block the higher ratings: G, PG, 14 and MA. In
addition, D, L, S, V and FV in content are automatically blocked.

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU to

4

return to the previous menu.

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CONTENT

Y

Y7 FV

G

14

MA

D

S VD LPG

L S V

S

L

V

Setting Parental Control(continued)

Canadian English Rating Setup

Use the password to access CONTENT menu.

1

Highlight Canadian English, use to select your desired

2

rating, then use OK to either block the rating (a lock will appear) or
unblock (the lock will disappear) .

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

3

CANADIAN ENGLISH RATING CHART

Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information

E

programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

C

C8+

G

PG

14+

Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.

Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity
or sexual content.

General programming, suitable for all audiences.

Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.

Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14.
Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens.

3or4

Set Password
Password Confirm
Parental Control
Movie Block

Canadian English

Canadian French
TV Blocking

CONTENT

- - - -

- - - -

Enable

PG13

G PG

E C C8+ G

8+

E G

> > >

R NC X NR

PG

14+

13+

16+ 18+

18+

18+

Intended for viewers 18 years and older and might contain depictions of violence.

Canadian French Rating Setup

Use the password to access CONTENT menu.

1

Highlight Canadian French, use to select your desired

2

rating, then use OK to either block the rating (a lock will appear) or
unblock (the lock will disappear) .

Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing.

3

CANADIAN FRENCH RATING CHART

E

Exempt - Exempt programming.

G

8+

13+

16+

18+

General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is minimal
or is depicted appropriately.

8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light
or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a few violent scenes or one or
more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervisionstrongly suggested.

Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of violence or
intense violence.

Only for adult viewing.Could contain frequent violent scenes and extreme violence.

3or4

Set Password
Password Confirm
Parental Control
Movie Block
Canadian English

Canadian French

TV Blocking

CONTENT

- - - -

- - - -

Enable

PG13

G PG

E C C8+ G PG

E G

R NC X NR

13+

8+

> > >

16+ 18+

18+

14+

Information about RRT5 (Rating Region Table-Region5) criteria rating

If the broadcasting program uses RRT5 criteria rating in accordance with the FCC Rules, this unit can
automatically download this kind of rating and provide to user to setup.
Its operation procedures are same to TV rating setup. Use password to access CONTENT menu, at the last line
of the menu screen will appear this kind of rating, use 3or4to access its first level sub-menu. In this level menu,
particular rating types and Reset function are provided. Use menu navigation buttons to select and access
second level sub-menu to setup the blocking scheme. Or you may select and activate Reset function at the first
level sub-menu to clear the RRTrating. (If this rating is still broadcast by TV station, the unit will download it again).

Note: the actual menu options of this rating will vary depending on the broadcaster.

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PIP/PBP/POP Operations

Watching PIP/PBP/POP Picture

Press the PIP button repeatedly to select different multi window modes. With each press of PIP button, the window
mode will cycle among PIP, PBP, POP3 and full screen mode.

Full Screen

In Full Screen mode, only one window appears.

PIP (picture-in-picture)

Full Screen

PIP lets you view two different pictures on your TV screen at the same
time. One picture will be large, and the other picture will show a
smaller image.

Note: the main picture source can be any one kind except HDMI,
while the sub window only can display analog TV channel or AV
program.

PBP (picture-by-picture)

PBP mode splits the screen into two, allowing two pictures to be shown
on the TV screen at the same time. Each picture is given half the screen.

Note: the main picture source can be any one kind except HDMI,
while the other window only can display analog TV channel or AV
program.

Main Picture

Sub
Picture

Main Picture

Sub
Picture

POP3 (picture-out-of-picture)

Use POP3 to scan the programs of all the memorized channels one-by­one on the three mini windows (while the main window remains the
current program).

Note: the main picture source can be any one kind except HDMI,
while the three mini windows only can display analog TV channels.

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Main Picture

1

2

Scanning

Picture

3

PIP/PBP/POP Operations

Swapping the PIP/PBP Picture

Use the SWAP button to swap the main and sub pictures.

Note:

Only when the main picture displays analog TV channel or AV program, the SWAP function can work.

Selecting the PIP sub picture position

In PIP mode, press the P.POSITION button to select a different position
on the screen for the sub picture.

Sub Picture

Main Picture

Selecting focus window

In multi window mode, you can press OK button to select main or sub picture as focus window and a green border will

appear on it. You may apply many operations to the focus window such as channel select, volume control, input

source select, etc.

In POP mode, you can press OK button to select three mini windows as focus window (1,2,3 will appear for some

time). Before 1,2, 3 disappears from the screen you can directly key in 1 or 2 or 3 on the remote control to choose the
relevant program to be displayed on the main window.

Note:

! Normally main picture is default focus window.

! Many but not all operations can be applied to focus window.

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Electronic Program Guide

Electronic Program Guide

Your TV has an “Electronic Program Guide” to help you to navigate through all the possible viewing options. The
EPG supplies information, such as program lists, start and end times of all available channels. In addition, detailed
information about the program is often available in the EPG. (The availability and the amount of program details will
vary depending on the broadcaster.)

Operation

To display the Electronic Program Guide, press the GUIDE button. An example of an EPG window is given below.

1

To exit, press GUIDE button again.

Press OK button to select active window. Once a window is activated, a green border will appear on it and you

2

may apply operations to it.

If bottom half window of EPG is activated,

3

press 3 4button to select your desired

channel (once selected, its relevant program
information such as program list, start and
end times of all available programs will be
displayed). Press 5or6to select different
program at this channel (once selected, the
top left window will display detailed
information(if available) about this program) .

If additional and detailed information about

4

the selected program appears on the top left

window, you may press OK button to
highlight it (a green border will appear on it),
then use 5or6to scroll page (if required) to
view more information.

or

D

E

A

B

WGBH-SD 12:29 pm FRI ang 15,2003

Rating: NONE

Two people begin new jobs with the goal of
being fired by 3 p.m. The same day, with a

$25,000 prize to the person who is fired
closest to the deadline.

Status: Acquiring detailed information complete

2-1

Start

8:30 am
5:30 pm

2-2

End

9:30 am
6:30 pm

2-10

Program Name

WGBH DTV Broadcast Signal
WGBH DTV Broadcast Signal

C

All available sub channels within an ATSC channel will be displayed.

A

Displays current selected sub-channel's information such as program list, start

B

and end times of all available programs.

Program preview of current selected sub-channel.

C

Shows current time, date, current program's station and rating, etc.

D

Displays additional and detailed information about particular program (The

E

availability of additional details depends on the broadcaster).

Note:

! The EPG will only work when you are receiving digital channels.

! To enable EPG to work properly, you must set Auto Clock function to ON.

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Image Adjust for PC/Component Mode

- Be sure to select the correct source (Analog RGB or Component) before operation.

Image Adjust

Press MENU and then use 3or4 6 to display IMAGE ADJUST menu page, press to enter.

1

Within the menu, use to use to 5or6 select, 3or4 adjust.

2

Press EXIT button to exit.

3

Image size
H position
V position
Frequency
Phase
Freeze Image
H width
V width

IMAGE ADJUST

FILL ALL

OFF

050
047

000
000

005
005

Image size
H position
V position
Frequency
Phase
Freeze Image
Auto Adjust

IMAGE ADJUST

FILL ALL

OFF

>>>

(IMAGE ADJUST menu in Component mode) (IMAGE ADJUST menu in PC mode)

Option

Function

Selects a desired image size (aspect ratio).

The choice may be different in different mode.(refer to <Setting Picture/Adjusting

Image size

Image > section in TV mode for details.)

Note: you may directly press ZOOM button on the remote control to select.

H position

Move the image on the screen left/right.

050
047

000
000

V position

Frequency

Phase

Freeze Image

H width

(component mode only)

V width

(component mode only)

Auto Adjust

(PC mode only)

Move the image on the screen up/down

Adjusts the sample frequency.

Improves the focussing of stable image.

Select "ON" to freeze the image on the screen. Select "OFF" to reactivate the image.

Note: you may directly press FREEZE button on the remote control to freeze the image,
press again to restore.

Adjusts t he h orizontal width o f t he image.

Adjusts t he vertical width o f t he image.

Highlight "Auto Adjust" item and then use 3or4 button to start auto adjustment. The
set will automatically adjust the image such as frequency, position setting, etc.

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Image Adjust for HDMI Mode

- Be sure to select the HDMI source before operation.

Image Adjust

Press MENU and then use 3or46 to display IMAGE ADJUST

1

menu page, press to enter.

Within the menu, use to use to 5or6 select, 3or4 adjust.

2

Press EXIT button to exit.

3

Option

Image size

Freeze Image

Selects a desired image size (aspect ratio).

(Refer to <Setting Picture/Adjusting Image> section in TV mode for details.)

Note: you may directly press ZOOM button on the remote control to select.

When 1080i or 1080p signal is received, then this item can not be adjusted.

Select "ON" to freeze the image on the screen. Select "OFF" to reactivate the image.

Note: you may directly press FREEZE button on the remote control to freeze the image,
press again to restore.

Function

Image size

Freeze Image
Colorspace

IMAGE ADJUST

FILL ALL

OFF

YCbCr

Colorspace

When the unit converts DVI signal to HDMI signal, sometimes abnormal color will
appear, if this situation occurs, you can try to adjust this item.

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Troubleshooting

Before calling for repair service, check the following items for possible remedies to an
encountered symptom.

Symptoms

No power

No picture

Good picture but no sound

Good sound but poor color

Poor picture

Horizontal dotted line

Remote operation fails.

Check item

=

Check that the AC power cord is plugged into the mains socket.

=

Unplug the power cord, wait for 60 seconds. Then re-insert plug into the mains
socket and turn on the unit again.

=

Check video connections at the rear of the unit to see if it is properly connected to
the unit.

=

Adjust the contrast and brightness settings.

=

Select a correct input.

=

Is a non-compatible signal being input?

=

Increase the VOLUME.

=

Check that the unit is not muted.

=

Adjust the contrast, color and brightness settings.

=

Sometimes, poor picture quality occurs when an activated S-VHS camera or
camcorder is connected while another activated peripheral is connected. In this case,
switch off one of the peripherals.

=

Check whether the room is too bright.

=

This may be caused by electrical interference (e.g. hairdryer, nearby neon lights,
etc.).

=

Turn off the equipment.

=

This remote control is an universal remote control. If the remote control does not
work correctly when operating the monitor, try pressing the TV button.

=

Check whether the batteries are working. Replace if necessary.

=

Clean the remote control sensor lens on the unit.

=

Do not use the remote control under strong or fluorescent lighting.

=

The batteries should be inserted with polarity (+, -) aligned.

Snowy picture and noise

No stable or not

=

Check the A/V connections.

=

Check if you have selected the correct VGA mode in your PC.

synchronized VGA picture

No output from one

=

Adjust Balance in the AUDIO (SOUND) menu.

of the speakers

=

Method 1: Press POWER button on the main unit and wait for 3 seconds, then the
main unit will be turned off. Continue to wait for some time and then turn on the unit

Control buttons do not work.

again. (Recommended because all the setting you have made will not be cleared.)

=

Method 2: unplug the power cord, wait for a few seconds. Then re-plug the power
cord and turn on the unit again.(But all the setting you have made will be cleared.)

+ Do not use in hot and cold rooms (locations)

• When the unit is used in rooms (locations) with low temperature, the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed. This is not
a malfunction, and the unit will recover when the temperature returns to normal.

• Do not leave the unit in a hot or cold location. Also, do not leave the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near a heater, as
this may cause the cabinet to deform and the LCD panel to malfunction.

(Storage temperature: 0°C to +50°C Working temperature: 5°C to +40°C )

Note:

If your problem is not solved, turn your unit off and then on again.
Never attempt to repair a defective TV yourself.

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Care and Maintenance

LCD Display panel information

Important Information Regarding Use of Video Games, Computers, Captions or Other Fixed Image
Displays.

The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent "shadow image" on the LCD panel.

This background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of a stationary fixed image. This type of
irreversible LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps:

A. Reduce the brightness/contrast setting to a minimum viewing level.

B. Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time.

C. Turn the power off when not in actual use.

Note:

The marking or retained image on the LCD panel resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and
as such is not covered by Warranty. This product is not designed to display fixed image patterns for extended
periods of time.

Cleaning and Maintenance

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap and water solution or a weak detergent
solution.

• Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt from the LCD.

• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

• Before using a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

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Specifications

250W (Max.)
42"

77(lb)

Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) (inch) 43.8 x 35.4 x 13.7

C

CADTV

1-125

TV system:

1-135

DTV

2-69

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Programming your Remote Control

Introduction

Your remote lets you control four devices with one easy-to-use, compact unit. After installing batteries, you can program the remote to
control your VCR or DVD, Cable or Satellite Receivers, Amplifier or Tuner, and Auxiliary devices. To do so, follow the instructions in
“Programming a Device”. For best results, please read and follow all the remaining instructions. Keep this guide for future reference.

A Quick Look at Programming a Device

To control VCR or DVD, Cable or Satellite Receivers, Amplifier or Tuner, and Auxiliary devices, follow these steps. Before proceeding, find
the codes for the devices you want to program in “Manufacturer's Codes” in next following pages and write them down or highlight them.

NOTE: To program a DVD Player, portable DVD player, or mobile DVD player, use the DVD key.

1. Turn on the device (for example, DVD player) and, if needed, load media (for example, a DVD).

2. Press a device key (VCR/DVD, CBL/ SAT, or AUX).

3. Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice; then release.

4. Enter the first five-digit code for your device. The LED blinks once as each digit is entered. If the code is correct, the LED blinks
twice.
 NOTE: If the LED does not blink twice, repeat steps 2 to 4 and try entering the code again.

5. Aim the remote at the device and press Power. The device should turn off. If it does not, repeat steps 3 to 5, trying each code for
your brand until you find one that works. If you cannot find a code that works, see “Searching for Your Code”.

6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 for the other devices you want to control. For future reference, write down each working device code below:

7. Press set to save and exit

AUX Code:
CBL Code:
CD Code:
DVD Code:
SAT Code:
TNR Code:
VCR Code:

Searching for your Code

If your device does not respond to the remote after trying all codes listed for your brand, or if your brand is not listed, try searching for your
code:

1. Press a device key once.

2. Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice; then release.

3. Enter 9-9-1, then the device group number (0= Cable, 2= VCR, 3= Audio). The LED blinks twice.

4. Aim the remote at the device and press Power. The remote sends IR codes from its library to the selected device, starting with
the most popular code first. If the device responds, go to step 7.

5. If the device does not respond, press CH+. The remote will try the next code. Continue until the device responds.
 NOTE: Press CH- to try the previous code.

6. To search for other device codes, repeat steps 1 to 5.

7. Press SET to save and exit.

Checking the Codes

If you have set up the remote using the procedure in “Searching for Your Code”, you may need to find out which four-digit code is operating
your equipment.

For example, to find out which code is assigned to your DVD:

1. Press DVD once.

2. Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice; then release.

3. Enter 9-9-0. The LED blinks twice.

4. To view the code for the first digit, press 1. Count the LED blinks (for example, three blinks = 3), and write down the number in the
appropriate code listing in step 6 under “Programming a Device”.
 NOTE: If a code digit is 0, the LED does not blink.

5. Repeat step 4 for the four remaining digits, using 2 for the second digit, 3 for the third digit, 4 for the fourth digit, and 5 for the fifth
digit.

6. To check for other device codes, repeat steps 1 to 5, substituting the device key for DVD.

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Changing Volume Lock

The remote comes preset to allow independent volume control of each selected device (Global Volume Unlock). However, you may
change the Volume Lock setting to Global Volume Lock so that one device's volume will control volume in all other modes. After that, you
can perform Individual Volume Unlock on a selected device to set its volume control for independent operation or Global Volume Unlock to
remove all volume locking.

Locking Volume Control to One Mode (Global Volume Lock)

1. Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice; then release.

2. Enter 9-9-3 and then press the mode key for the device you want to control volume (for example, DVD). The LED blinks twice.
Now when you press VOL+, VOL-, or Mute, the selected device (for example, DVD) will control the volume regardless of the
current mode.

Unlocking All Volume Control (Restoring Global Unlock)

1. Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice; then release.

2. Enter 9-9-3 and then press VOL+. The LED blinks four times.

Volume is now independently controlled for all programmed devices.

Unlocking a Single Device's Volume Control

1. Press a device key (VCR/DVD, CBL/ SAT, or AUX).

2. Press and hold SET until the red LED blinks twice; then release.

3. Enter 9-9-3 and then press VOL-. The LED blinks four times.

Volume is now independently controlled for the selected devices.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM: LED does not blink when you press a key.
SOLUTION: Replace with new batteries.

PROBLEM: LED blinks when you press a key, but device does not respond.
SOLUTION: Make sure the remote is aimed at your device and is not more than 15 feet away.

PROBLEM: LED blinks one long blink.
SOLUTION: An entry error has occurred (for example, wrong key). Try entry sequence again.

PROBLEM: Remote does not control devices or commands are not working properly.
SOLUTION: Try all listed codes for the device. Make sure the device operates with an infrared remote control.

PROBLEM: No volume on a device.
SOLUTION: See “Changing Volume Lock”.

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MANUFACTURER'S CODES

Set Codes for Audio Amplifiers

Bose 30674
GE 30078
JVC 30331
Marantz 30321
Nakamichi 30321
NEC 30264
Optimus 30395
Realistic 30395
Sansui 30321
Shure 30264
Sony 30689
Soundesign 30078
Victor 30331
Wards 30078
Yamaha 30354, 30133

Set Codes for Audio Amp/Tuners

ADC 30531
Aiwa 31405, 31243, 30121
Anam 31609, 31074
Audiotronic 31189
Bose 31229
Capetronic 30531
Carver 31189
Coby 31263
Denon 31360, 31142, 30904
Fonmix 31360
Glory Horse 31263
Harman/Kardon 30110
Hitachi 31273
Inkel 30027
Integra 30135
JBL 30110
JVC 30074, 31263
Kenwood 31313, 31570, 30027
KLH 31428
Magnavox 31189, 31269, 30531
Marantz 31189, 31269, 30039
MCS 30039
Onkyo 30842, 30135
Optimus 31023, 30670, 30531, 31074
Panasonic 31518, 30039
Philips 31189, 31269
Pioneer 31023, 30150, 30014, 30630, 30531
Proscan 31254
Qisheng 31609
Quasar 30039
RadioShack 31263
RCA 31023, 31609, 31254, 30531, 31074
Sharper Image 31263
Silsonic 30176
Sony 31258, 31759
Soundesign 30670
Stereophonics 31023
Sunfire 31313
Teac 31074, 31267
Technics 31308, 31518, 30039
Thorens 31189
Victor 30074
Wards 30014
Yamaha 30176, 31276, 31176

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Set Codes for Cable Converters

ABC 00003, 00008, 00014
Americast 00899
Bell & Howell 00014
Bell South 00899
Clearmaster 00883
ClearMax 00883
Coolmax 00883
Daeryung 01877, 00877, 00477, 00008
Digi 00637
Director 00476
Dumont 00637
Gehua 00476
General Instrument 00476, 00810, 00276, 00003, 00014
GoldStar 00144
Hamlin 00009, 00273
Hitachi 00014
Jerrold 00476, 00810, 00276, 00003, 00012, 00014
KNC 00008
LG 00144
Memorex 00000
Motorola 00476, 00810, 00276, 01254, 01376
MultiVision 00012
Pace 01877, 00237
Panasonic 00000, 00008, 00107
Panther 00637
Paragon 00000
Philips 00317, 01305
Pioneer 01877, 00877, 00144, 00533
Pulsar 00000
Quasar 00000
RadioShack 00883
Regal 00279, 00273
Runco 00000
Samsung 00000, 00144
Scientific Atlanta 01877, 00877, 00477, 00008
Sony 01006
Starcom 00003, 00014
Supercable 00276
Supermax 00883
Tocom 00012
Torx 00003
Toshiba 00000
Trans PX 00276
Tristar 00883
TS 00003
V2 00883
Viewmaster 00883
Vision 00883
Vortex View 00883
Zenith 00000, 00525, 00899

Set Codes for CD Players

Aiwa 30157
Burmester 30420
California Audio Labs 30029
Carver 30157, 30179
Denon 30873
DKK 30000
DMX Electronics 30157
Dynamic Bass 30179
Fisher 30179
Garrard 30420
Genexxa 30032
Harman/Kardon 30157, 30173

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Hitachi 30032
Integra 30101
JVC 30072
Kenwood 30826, 30626, 30028, 30037, 30036, 30190
Krell 30157
Linn 30157
Magnavox 30157
Marantz 30626, 30029, 30157
MCS 30029
Miro 30000
Mission 30157
MTC 30420
NSM 30157
Onkyo 30868, 30101
Optimus 31063, 30000, 30032, 30037, 30420, 30179, 31075, 30145
Panasonic 30029
Parasound 30420
Philips 30626, 30157
Pioneer 31063, 31062, 30032
Polk Audio 30157
Proton 30157
QED 30157
Quad 30157
Quasar 30029
RadioShack 31075
RCA 31062, 30032, 30420, 30179, 30053
Realistic 30420, 30179
Rotel 30157, 30420
SAE 30157
Sansui 30157
Sanyo 30179
SAST 30157
Sharp 30861, 30037
Silsonic 30888, 30036
Sonic Frontiers 30157
Sony 30490, 30000, 30100
Soundesign 30145
TAG McLaren 30157
Tascam 30420
Teac 30420
Technics 30029
Victor 30072
Wards 30157, 30053
Yamaha 30888, 30036
Zonda 30157

Set Codes for DVD Players

Aiwa 20641, 21912
Akai 20770
Allegro 20869
Apex Digital 20672, 20717, 20797, 21061, 20796, 21056, 21937, 20794, 21020, 21915
Blaupunkt 20717
Blue Parade 20571
Broksonic 20695
Changhong 20627, 21061
CineVision 20869
Coby 21086
Curtis Mathes 21087
CyberHome 21024, 21023, 21129, 20816, 21117
Daewoo 20833, 21172, 20869
Denon 20490
DVD2000 20521
Emerson 20591, 20675

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Enterprise 20591
Fisher 21919
Funai 20675
Gateway 21158, 21073
GE 20522, 20717
Go Video 20744, 20833, 21099, 20783, 21075, 20869, 21730
Greenhill 20717
Harman/Kardon 20582, 20702
Hitachi 20573, 20664, 21919
Hiteker 20672
Initial 20717
Integra 20627, 21924
JBL 20702
JVC 20558, 20623, 20867
Kenwood 20490, 20534
KLH 20717, 21020, 21149
Koss 20651, 21980
Lasonic 20798
LG 20591, 20869, 20801
Liquid Video 21980
Lite-On 21158, 21058
Loewe 20511
Magnavox 20503, 20539, 21976, 21914, 20675
Marantz 20539
Memorex 20695
Microsoft 20522
Mintek 20717
Mitsubishi 21521, 20521
Nesa 20717
Norcent 21003
Onkyo 20503, 20627, 21924, 20792
Oritron 20651, 21980
Panasonic 20490, 21762, 21990
Philips 20503, 20539, 20646, 21914
Pioneer 20525, 20571
Polaroid 21086, 21061
Polk Audio 20539
Portland 20770
Proscan 20522
Qwestar 20651
RCA 20522, 20571, 20717, 20822
Rio 20869
Rotel 20623
Sampo 20752, 20698
Samsung 20490, 20573, 21932, 21075, 20820
Sansui 20695
Sanyo 20695
Sharp 20630, 20752
Sharper Image 21117
Sherwood 20770
Shinco 20717
Shinsonic 20533
Sonic Blue 20869, 21099
Sony 20533, 20864, 21033, 21904, 21903
SVA 20717
Sylvania 20675
Symphonic 20675
Teac 20717, 21984, 20809
Technics 20490
Theta Digital 20571
Toshiba 20503, 20695
Urban Concepts 20503
Xbox 20522
Yamaha 20490, 20539, 20545
Zenith 20503, 20591, 20869

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Set Codes for Satellite Receivers

AlphaStar 00772
Chaparral 00216
Crossdigital 01109
DirecTV 00392, 00566, 00639, 01142, 00247, 00749, 01749, 00724, 00819, 01856, 01076, 01109, 00099, 01392,

Dish Network System 01005, 00775, 01505
Dishpro 01005, 00775, 01505
Echostar 01005, 00775, 01505
Expressvu 00775
GE 00566
General Instrument 00869
GOI 00775
Goodmans 01246
Hisense 01535
Hitachi 00819, 00222, 01250
HTS 00775
Hughes Network Systems 01142, 00749, 01749, 01442
I-Lo 01535
JVC 00775
LG 01414, 01226
Magnavox 00724, 00722
Memorex 00724
Mitsubishi 00749
Motorola 00869
NEC 01270
Next Level 00869
Panasonic 00247, 00701
Paysat 00724
Philips 01142, 00749, 01749, 00724, 01076, 00722, 00099, 01442
Proscan 00392, 00566
Proton 01535
RadioShack 00869
RCA 00392, 00566, 00855, 00143, 01392
Samsung 01276, 01109, 01108
Sanyo 01219
SKY 00856
Sony 00639, 01640
Star Choice 00869
Tivo 01142, 01442
Toshiba 00749, 01749, 00790, 01285
UltimateTV 01640, 01392
Uniden 00724, 00722
US Digital 01535
USDTV 01535
Voom 00869
Zenith 00856, 01856

01640, 01442, 01414, 01108

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Set Codes for VCRs

ABS 21972
Admiral 20048, 20209
Aiko 20278
Aiwa 20037, 20479
Alienware 21972
America Action 20278
American High 20035
Amoisonic 20479
Anam 20162, 20037, 20240, 20278
Anam National 20162
Asha 20240
Audiovox 20037, 20278
Beaumark 20240
Bell & Howell 20104
Broksonic 20184, 20121, 20209, 20002, 20479
Calix 20037
Canon 20035
Carver 20081
CCE 20072, 20278
Changhong 20048, 20081
Citizen 20037, 20278
Colt 20072
Craig 20037, 20047, 20240, 20072
Curtis Mathes 20060, 20035, 20162
Cybernex 20240
CyberPower 21972
Daewoo 20045, 20104, 20278
Dell 21972
Denon 20042
DirecTV 20739
Durabrand 20039, 20038
Electrohome 20037
Electrophonic 20037
Emerex 20032
Emerson 20035, 20037, 20184, 20240, 20045, 20121, 20043, 20209, 20002, 20278, 20479
Fisher 20047, 20104
Fuji 20035, 20033
Fujitsu 20045
Gateway 21972
GE 20060, 20035, 20240
General 20045
Go Video 20432
GoldStar 20037, 20209, 20038, 20225
Haojie 20240
Harman/Kardon 20081, 20038
Harwood 20072
Hewlett Packard 21972
HI-Q 20047
Hitachi 20037, 20042, 20055
Howard Computers 21972
HP 21972
Hughes Network Systems 20042, 20739
iBUYPOWER 21972
JVC 20045, 20067
KEC 20037, 20278
Kenwood 20067, 20038
KLH 20072
Kodak 20035, 20037
Kolin 20043
LG 20037, 20045, 20042, 20209, 20038
Logik 20072
LXI 20037
Magnavox 20035, 20039, 20081
Magnin 20240
Marantz 20035, 20081
Marta 20037

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Matsushita 20035, 20162
Media Center PC 21972
MEI 20035
Memorex 20035, 20162, 20037, 20048, 20039, 20047, 20240, 20104, 20209, 20479
MGA 20240, 20043
MGN Technology 20240
Microsoft 21972
Mind 21972
Minolta 20042
Mitsubishi 20067, 20043
Motorola 20035, 20048
MTC 20240
Multitech 20072
NEC 20035, 20037, 20048, 20104, 20067, 20038
Newave 20037
Nikko 20037
Noblex 20240
Northgate 21972
Olympus 20035
Optimus 21062, 20162, 20037, 20048, 20104, 20432
Orion 20184, 20209, 20002, 20479
Panasonic 21062, 20035, 20162, 20616, 20225
Penney 20035, 20037, 20240, 20042, 20038
Pentax 20042
Philco 20035, 20479
Philips 20035, 20081, 20739, 20618
Pilot 20037
Pioneer 20042, 20067
Polk Audio 20081
Profitronic 20240
Proscan 20060
Protec 20072
Pulsar 20039
Qisheng 20060
Quasar 20035, 20162
Radix 20037
Randex 20037
RCA 20060, 20035, 20240, 20042, 20880
Realistic 20035, 20037, 20048, 20047, 20104
ReplayTV 20616
Runco 20039
Sampo 20037, 20048
Samsung 20240, 20045, 20432
Sanky 20048, 20039
Sansui 20067, 20209, 20479
Sanyo 20047, 20240, 20104
Scott 20184, 20045, 20121, 20043
Sears 20035, 20037, 20047, 20042, 20104
Sharp 20048, 20209
Shintom 20072
Shogun 20240
Singer 20072
Sonic Blue 20616
Sony 20035, 20032, 20033, 20636, 21972
STS 20042
Sylvania 20035, 20081, 20043
Systemax 21972
Tagar Systems 21972
Tashiko 20037
Tatung 20045, 20067
Technics 20035, 20162
Teco 20035, 20037, 20048, 20038
Teknika 20035, 20037
Tivo 20636, 20618, 21503, 20739
TMK 20240
Toshiba 20045, 20042, 20067, 20043, 21503, 21008, 21972

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Totevision 20037, 20240
Touch 21972
Unitech 20240
Vector 20045
Vector Research 20038
Victor 20067
Video Concepts 20045
Videomagic 20037
Videosonic 20240
Viewsonic 21972
Wards 20060, 20035, 20048, 20047, 20081, 20240, 20042, 20072
White Westinghouse 20209, 20072
XR-1000 20035, 20072
Yamaha 20038
Zenith 20039, 20033, 20209, 20479
ZT Group 21972

CARE

 Keep the remote dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.

 Use and store the unit only in normal temperature environments.
 Handle the remote gently and carefully. Don't drop it.
 Wipe the remote with a damp cloth to keep it looking like new.

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Customer Support

For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller.
Note: You will need the product serial number.

Country/Region Web Site Telephone

United States www.viewsonic.com/support/ [phone]

Canada www.viewsonic.com/support/ [phone]

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Limited Warranty

VIEWSONIC® LCD TV

What the warranty covers:

ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a
product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace
the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.

How long the warranty is effective:

ViewSonic LCD TVs are warranted for 1 year for all parts excluding the light source and 1 year for labor from the date of the first
customer purchase.

Who the warranty protects:

This warranty is valid only for the fi rst consumer purchaser.

What the warranty does not cover:

1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modifi ed or removed.

2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:

a. Accident, misuse, neglect, fi re, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modifi cation, or failure to follow

instructions supplied with the product.

b. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.
c. Any damage of the product due to shipment.
d. Removal or installation of the product.
e. Causes external to the product, such as electric power fl uctuations or failure.
f. Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specifi cations.
g. Normal wear and tear.
h. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.

3. Any product exhibiting a condition commonly known as “image burn-in” which results when a static image is displayed on the

product for an extended period of time.

4. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.

5. When you mount it on the wall, the following must be noticed:

a. The accessories attached with this product are applicable for this product only.
b. When the product is mounted on the wall, holes and fi xed screws will remain in the wall body.
c. Wall face may discolor when this product has been mounted on the wall for a long time.

How to get service:

1. For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer Support (please refer to Customer Support
page). You will need to provide your product’s serial number.

2. To obtain warranted service, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a
description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.

3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic service center or ViewSonic.

4. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic.

Limitation of implied warranties:

There are no warranties, express or implied, which extend beyond the description contained herein including the implied warranty of
merchantability and fi tness for a particular purpose.

Exclusion of damages:

ViewSonic’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic shall not be liable for:

1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of
time, loss of profi ts, loss of business opportunity, loss of goodwill, interference with business relationships, or other commercial loss,
even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.

3. Any claim against the customer by any other party.

Effect of state law:

This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow
limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and
exclusions may not apply to you.

Sales outside the U.S.A. and Canada:

For warranty information and service on ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A. and Canada, contact ViewSonic or your local ViewSonic dealer .
The warranty period for this product in mainland China (Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Excluded) is subject to the terms and conditions of the
Maintenance Guarantee Card.

4.3: ViewSonic LCD TV Warranty LTV_LW01 Rev. 1B 06-30-06

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