Westinghouse VK-42F240S User Manual

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Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the TV. Keep a record of the numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Westinghouse Digital dealer regarding this product.

Model No.____________________________

Serial No.____________________________

CONTENTS

WELCOME

Package Contents Contacting Westinghouse Digital

1. PRODUCT SAFETY

Important Notice Concerning Power Cord Selection FCC Compliance Statement Product Safety Instructions —Other Notices Antenna Installation Safety —Outdoor Antenna Grounding —Lightning —Power Lines

2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS

Digital Television (DTV) High Definition Television (HDTV) About the Digital Television Picture About Digital Channels The Electronic Program Guide (EPG)

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

Front View Side-Mounted Controls Rear Right/Left Spine-Mounted Connectors

—Quick Reference: HDTV Connections

Inserting Remote Control Batteries

—Precautions

Remote Control Features

3. HDTV/ACCESSORY SETUP

Connecting Your HDTV —Power —Choose Your TV Source —Determining Available Channels —Set Your Time Zone Connecting Your Personal Computer —Computer Settings —Connection Types —Power Connecting Other Accessories —DVD or Game System —Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) —Cable or Satellite Receiver —Audio Equipment

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4. HDTV OPERATION

About the On Screen Display (OSD)

OSD Menus & Features —Video Menu

Calibration Menu

Color Temperature —Display Menu —TV Menu

Add or delete additional TV Channels

About Parental Controls

Channel Locks

US MPAA Rating

US TV Ratings & Content

Canadian English

Canadian French —PC (VGA only) Menu —Audio Menu —Power Menu —Settings Menu —Input Menu

5. APPENDIX

42-inch High Definition LCD TV Specifications

Troubleshooting Cleaning the High Definition LCD TV

Wall mount and Base removal on the HD LCD TVs Safety bracket Options

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WELCOME

Congratulations on the purchase of your High Definition LCD TV—and thank you for choosing Westinghouse. This User Manual was created to ensure simple, safe setup and use of all the features offered by your new HDTV.

Package Contents

In addition to your new Westinghouse FHDTV and this User Manual, you’ll also find the following:

• Quick Setup

Guide

• Remote control

• 2 AAA batteries

• AC power cord

• Warranty card

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Contacting Westinghouse Digital

If you still have questions or require assistance after reading the Quick Setup Guide and the instructions in this User Manual, please contact Westinghouse Customer Service at 1-866-287-5555, or visit our Web site at www.westinghousedigital.com.

Don’t forget to complete and return your Warranty card or use our online Product Registration feature. Your Westinghouse HDTV is warranted for defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from original date of purchase.

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1. PRODUCT SAFETY

WARNING: This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number DPS-210

EP 2 C.

CAUTION: The power supply outlet should be located near High Definition LCD TV and should be easily accessible. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is certified for your specific country. Some examples are listed below:

USA..................UL Switzerland ..... SEV

Canada.............CSA Britain ............. BASE/BS

Germany..........VDE Japan ............... Electric Appliance Control Act

IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD SELECTION The specific power cord for this High Definition LCD TV is enclosed and has been selected according to the country of destination and must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines if it is necessary to replace the original cord set, or if the cord set is not enclosed. The female receptacle of the cord set must meet IEC-60320 requirements and should look like Figure A1 below:

Figure A1 Figure A2

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For the United States and Canada

In the United States and Canada the male plug is a NEMA5-15 style (Figure A2), UL Listed, and CSA Labeled. For High Definition LCD TVs that are placed on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. For High Definition LCD TVs placed directly on the floor, only SJT type cord sets may be used. The cord set must be selected according to the current rating for the High Definition LCD TV. Please consult the table below for the selection criteria for power cords used in the United States and Canada.

Cord Type Size of Conductors in Cord

SJT 18 AWG

16 AWG 14 AWG

SVT 18 AWG

17 AWG

Maximum Current Rating of

Unit

10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps 10 Amps 12 Amps

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and complies 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 may cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. 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 High Definition LCD TV and receiver.

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

is connected.

• Consult the Westinghouse Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for

assistance.

FCC Warning To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use a grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores. If a BNC cable is used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by Westinghouse Digital will void the user's authority to operate this device.

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1. PRODUCT SAFETY

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on the High Definition LCD TV. For your safety, please read all of the following safety and operating instructions before you operate the High Definition LCD TV—and keep this User’s Manual for future reference.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Never use your HDTV near water.

2. Clean only with dry cloth.

3. Never block any ventilation openings; install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or any other equipment (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

5. Take care to maintain the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety; therefore, if the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, do not alter the plug in any way to fir; consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

6. Ensure the power cord is protected from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

7. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

8. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid the potential for injuries caused by tipping over.

9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of

time.

10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as: damage to the power supply cord or plug; liquid has been spilled into—or objects have fallen onto—the apparatus; the

apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture and does not operate normally, or it has been dropped.

Other Notices

• Avoid exposing the High Definition LCD TV to direct sunlight or high temperatures.

• Avoid exposing the High Definition LCD TV to moisture or high humidity.

• Do not attempt repairs yourself. Your warranty does not cover repairs or attempted

repairs by anyone not authorized by the manufacturer.

• If your High Definition LCD TV will not be used for a long period of time, unplug your HDTV and remove the batteries from the remote control.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Avoid touching the screen. Skin oils are difficult to remove.

• Never remove the rear cover. Your High Definition LCD TV contains high-voltage parts.

You may be seriously injured if you touch them.

• Always handle your LCD display with care when moving it.

• If the High Definition LCD TV emits smoke, abnormal noise, or a strange

odor, immediately turn it off and contact the Westinghouse Service Center.

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1. PRODUCT SAFETY Antenna Installation Safety

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the High Definition LCD TV, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to prevent voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70, provides information on 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.

Lightning

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

Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits.

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2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS

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Digital Television (DTV)

Television broadcasting is changing. By February of 2009, traditional analog TV transmissions (the standard since TV’s inception) will cease to exist, in compliance with a federal mandate requiring all U.S. television stations to convert from analog to the new digital television (DTV) standards.

In contrast to the magnetic waves used for analog transmission (also known as NTSC, short for National Television Standards Committee), DTV transmits images and sound as data, using ones and zeroes, the same digital code computers use. As a result of this increased efficiency, DTV offers an array of benefits including dramatic improvements to picture and sound quality. In addition, DTV allows the same number of stations to broadcast using fewer channels, freeing parts of the broadcast spectrum for other uses, such as public safety and wireless services

NOTE: DTV should not be confused with digital cable or digital satellite systems. While these systems receive digital signals, the signals are converted to analog for display on channel 3 or 4 of an analog TV.

High Definition Television (HDTV)

The most common DTV formats are Standard Definition Television (SDTV) and High Definition Television (HDTV). Of the two, HDTV delivers digital broadcasting’s highest resolution and picture quality. HDTV also uses a “widescreen format,” which refers to the aspect ratio (screen width vs. height) of the image. To put this in perspective, analog television uses a 4 x 3 aspect ratio; HDTV’s aspect ratio is 16 x 9, creating a more cinematic-like viewing experience. Plus HDTV increases the number of horizontal scan lines on the screen, enabling it to render greater picture detail. And, while HDTV uses approximately the same bandwidth, it transmits approximately six times more information, further enhancing video and audio clarity.

2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS

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About the Digital Television Picture

Your new Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV has a built-in HDTV/NTSC tuner, meaning it can receive both analog and digital broadcasts from your antenna, cable or satellite service. But because not all broadcasters have converted to the new DTV standards, it’s important to understand some fundamentals of the digital television picture.

The elements that make up onscreen images are pixels. The more pixels, the more detail, because the number of pixels determines picture resolution—and HDTV offers the highest pixel count and best resolution available. HDTV resolution is available in both 720p and 1080i formats. The "p" and "i" refer to the scanning method used to deliver the lines of resolution on the screen. Progressive "p" scanning means that pixels on the screen are refreshed simultaneously, with each scan showing every line for a complete picture at 1/60 of a second. Interlaced "i" scanning refreshes pixels by alternating first, by showing every odd line, then following with the even lines—for a complete picture at 1/30th of a second.

True high definition image quality is possible only with a true high definition display—and a 720p or 1080i signal coming into your HDTV. Lower resolution images from analog broadcasts or VHS recordings, for example, may result in disappointing picture quality as they simply don’t have enough detail to display well in high-definition. If you have cable or satellite service, you’ll want to check with your provider to determine which packages include stations broadcasting in high definition, and if you need a different box or tuner to receive HDTV signals. You may also find the “Aspect Ratio” feature found in the On Screen Display Menu’s “Display” option helpful in adjusting your picture. And, as more and more broadcasters change to a digital signal, you will be able to view all of your programming choices in stunning high definition—and the luxury of your personal home theater experience.

2. INTRODUCTION: THE BASICS

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About Digital Channels

Currently, all broadcasters have an analog TV channel and a digital TV channel. The digital bandwidth has the capability of accommodating more than one program stream because each broadcaster’s assigned digital channel carries a

19.39-megabit-per-second (Mbps) digital data stream. This allows the

broadcaster the option of broadcasting a single program or dividing the digital data stream into multiple programming streams. These streams include the “major” channel specific to a broadcasting station, as well as any additional programming streams on the bandwidth, which are referred to as “minor channels” or “sub-channels,” each broadcasting a different program. As a result, the numbering system for digital channels is different than that of traditional analog TV.

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Digital Virtual Channel Number Physical Channel Number

Here’s how it works:

• The number in parentheses to the right is the actual physical channel

number of the transmitter used to broadcast the network programming in your region

• Each physical channel is mapped to one or more digital channel numbers,

known as “virtual channels,” and represented by a number, followed by a dot and then another number; for example, 7.1, 7.2, etc. (the old analog channel is always referenced to minor channel “0”, as in 7.0, while 7.1 would represent the new digital television channel) —The first number is the major channel used for all channels of a particular broadcasting station —The number following the dot is the minor channel number assigned to each broadcaster’s additional programming streams; digital television stations may have only one virtual channel, or as many as six

There are several ways to input digital television channels:

User Input (double-digit channels) Channel Displayed

11 . 3 Channel 11 . 3 113 Channel 11 . 3

User input (single-digit channels)

052 Channel 5 . 2

5.2 + Ent Channel 5 . 2

2. INTRODUCTION: The Basics

The Electronic Program Guide (EPG)

Your Westinghouse High Definition LCD TV features an on-screen interactive Electronic Program Guide (EPG) that allows you to review program information, as well as navigate through current and future programming options by channel or genre to plan viewing and recording.

To access the EPG, push the “Guide” button on the lower left side of your remote, scroll the “EPG” feature in the On Screen Display’s (OSD) TV menu. You have the option of looking at:

• “Present EPG”—includes current channel, program name and description,

along with programming titles, start and end times for all available minor channels from the same broadcaster

• “Daily EPG”—includes current programming name and description, plus

upcoming programming titles with start and end times

The EPG also provides:

• Date and time information

• Power use and signal quality

Use the arrow keys and channel up/down buttons on your remote control to scroll through the EPG; press the remote’s “ENTER” button to select a sub-section of the EPG, or press the “LAST CHANNEL” button to return to the last section visited.

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2. INTRODUCTION: CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

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Front View

Use buttons on the right front side of your HDTV (or remote control on remote control) for On Screen Display (OSD), volume adjustment, channel selection, source, and turning power on or off.

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“IR” RECEIVER

SPEAKERS

LED INDICATOR/

CONTROLS

1. Menu

2. Volume +/–

3. Channel T/S

4. Source

5. Power

OSD menu ON/OFF Increase/decrease sound or adjust selected

features in OSD menus Scroll up/down through channels or OSD menus

Select Active Video source or a highlighted feature in OSD menus

ON/OFF

Power button

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Side-Mounted Control

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