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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
PRECAUTIONS ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • • • • • • • • • ENSURE that LCD TV stand is tightened properly to the set (See Quick Guide on the right way of tightening of the screw of the stand to the set. Improper tightening of screw may render the set unsafe. If LCD TV is installed on the wall, installation should be carried out by qualified servicemen. Improperor incorrect instal lation may render the set unsafe. Disconnect mains plug when : – cleaning the TV screen, never use abrasive cleaning agents.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Welcome/Registration of Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety/Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . .
HOW TO USE THE INSTALLATION FEATURES LANGUAGE F or our Spanish and French-speaking TV owners, an onscreen Language option is present. The Language control enables you to set the TV’s onscreen menu to be shown in either English, Spanish, or French. 1 2 3 4 5 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button repeatedly until Install is highlighted. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to access the Install menu. Language will be highlighted.
HOW TO USE THE INSTALLATION FEATURES AUTO PROGRAM Y our TV can automatically set itself for local area (or cable TV) channels. This makes it easy for you to select only the TV stations in your area by pressing the CHANNEL (+) or (–) button. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button repeatedly until Install is highlighted. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to enter the Install menu. Language will be highlighted.
HOW TO USE THE PICTURE ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS T o adjust your TV picture controls, select a channel and follow these steps. 1 2 3 4 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. 5 6 Press the CURSOR LEFT or CURSOR RIGHT button to adjust the selected control. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Picture. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to enter the Picture menu. Brightness will be highlighted.
HOW TO USE THE SOUND ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS T o adjust your TV sound controls, select a channel and follow these steps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Picture will be highlighted. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Sound. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to enter the sound menu. Press the CURSOR UP or CURSOR DOWN button to select the sound adjustment you want to change: Equalizer, Balance, AVL, Dolby Virtual, SAP, or Sound.
HOW TO USE THE TIMER MENU CONTROLS Y our television comes with an onscreen clock. The TV can also be set to turn on or off at a specific time and tune to a specific channel when it powers itself on. 1 2 3 4 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to enter the Features menu. Press the CURSOR UP or CURSOR DOWN button to highlight one of the Timer controls.
UNDERSTANDING THE AUTOLOCK™ CONTROLS T he AutoLock™ feature receives and processes data sent by broadcasters or other program providers that contain program content advisories. When programmed by the viewer, a TV with AutoLock™ can respond to the content advisories and block program content that may be found objectionable (such as offensive language, violence, sexual situations, etc.). This is a great feature to censor the type of programming children may watch.
SETTING UP AN AUTOLOCK™ ACCESS CODE utoLock allows parents to block out or A “censor” any channels they think children should not watch. A channel blocked by the TM AutoLockTM control cannot be viewed until a correct access code is used to unlock the channel for viewing. First, let’s set your AutoLock access code. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press theCURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to display the Features menu.
HOW TO BLOCK CHANNELS USING AUTOLOCK™ A fter your personal access code has been set (see the previous page), you are ready to select the channels or inputs you want to block out or censor. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. 8 Using the numbered buttons or the CH+ or CH- buttons enter the channel you wish to lock. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to display the Features menu.
HOW TO LOCK A HD (HIGH DEFINITION) CHANNEL IN TV MODE Y ou can also lock the HD (High Definition) channel while in TV Mode using the AutoLock™ feature. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. 7 8 9 Press the CURSOR DOWN button to select Lock HD. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to display the Features menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to select the AutoLock™ control.
HOW TO CLEAR ALL LOCKED CHANNELS AT THE SAME TIME V arious onscreen messages will appear when someone tries to view blocked programming. The message is determined by how the current programming is blocked. You may view the blocked programming and turn OFF the AutoLock™ feature by using the Clear All control or by entering your access code. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. 7 8 9 10 Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to enter the AutoLock menu.
BLOCKING PROGRAMS BASED ON MOVIE RATINGS A fter your personal access code has been set, you can select specific movie ratings that you want to censor. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to display the Features menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight the AutoLock™ control. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button again to highlight Access Code.
BLOCKING PROGRAMS BASED ON TV RATINGS Y ou can select specific TV ratings that you want to censor by following these steps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to display the Features menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight the AutoLock™ control. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button again to highlight Access Code. Enter your four-digit Access Code.
OTHER AUTOLOCK™ BLOCKING OPTIONS T he AutoLock™ control offers the viewer other blocking options as well/ With Block Options, the censoring can be turned On or Off. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Press the MENU/SELECT button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP or CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to display the Features menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight the AutoLock™ control.
USING THE AUTOLOCK™ REVIEW SCREEN T o remind you wich rating you have locked and which Block Options you have selected, a review screen is available to review your AutoLockTM settings. To access this screen follow the steps below. 1 Press the STATUS/EXIT button on the remote control TWICE. Your AutoLock™ settings will appear on the screen. NOTE: If you have blocked specific subratings, such as V for violence in the TV-PG category, these blocked subratings will not appear in the review.
HOW TO USE THE CONTRAST+ CONTROL T ne Contrast + function helps to sharpen the picture quality. The black portions of the picture become richer in darkness and the white portions become brighter. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the on-screen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT to access the Features menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button until the Contrast + control is highlighted.
HOW TO USE THE PIP (PICTURE IN PICTURE) CONTROL W hile you are in TV mode, you can call up a PIP window for the PC. To enable the PIP to function a DVI Input source must be selected. (Refer to the QUG for details on connections.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button to highlight Features. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button access the Features menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button until PIP is highlighted.
HOW TO USE THE MODE CONTROL T ne Mode Control will allow you to use the TV into the TV, FM, HD, or PC Modes. Depending on how the TV will be used, these modes may have their own onscreen menu controls to optimize capability when used with computers, radios, or high-definition receivers. 1 2 3 4 5 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN to highlight Mode. Press the CURSOR RIGHT to access the Mode menu.
HOW TO USE THE CLOSED CAPTIONING CONTROL C losed Captioning (CC) allows you to read the voice content of television programs on the TV screen. Designed to help the hearing impaired, this feature uses onscreen “text boxes” to show dialogue and conversations while the TV program is in progress. 1 Press the CC button on the remote control to select a caption mode: CC Off, CC1, CC2, or CC Mute if the TV station broadcasting on the channel is making Closed Captioning available.
HOW TO USE THE PROGRAM LIST CONTROL T he Program List Control will allow you to quickly overview all the programmed channels that have been placed into the televisions memory (see the Auto Programming section of this manual for more details). Program List will let you easily select the desired channels your looking for. Program List will display the channel number, the name of the channel if you have given it one, and whether it have AutoLock turn on or off.
HOW TO USE THE SURF CONTROL A list or series of previously viewed channels can be selected with the SURF button on your remote control. With this feature, you can easily switch between different TV channels that currently interest you. The SURF control allows you to set up to ten channels in its quick viewing list. 1 2 Press the CHANNEL(+) or (–) button (or the numbered buttons) to select a channel to add to the SURF list.
HOW TO USE THE AUTO PICTURE™ CONTROL W hether you’re watching a movie or a video game, your TV has automatic video control settings that will match with your current program source or content. AutoPicture™ quickly resets your TV’s video controls for a number of different types of programs and viewing conditions that you may have in your home.
REMOTE CONTROL USE WITH ACCESSORY DEVICES - DIRECT METHOD Y our remote control is set to work your TV and many infrared remote (IR) control VCRs, Cable Boxes, Satellite Systems, DBS, DVD, etc. However, an easy onetime step may be necessary before the remote will work your VCR. Try this initial Direct Access Method to see if going on to the following section is necessary. 1 2 Place the TV/DVD/AUX/ACC SELECT button to select the desired mode.
REMOTE CONTROL USE WITH ACCESSORY DEVICES - CODE ENTRY METHOD N ow that you have looked up the threedigit Remote Code Number for your brand of device, you are ready to follow the four simple steps below. Please read through steps 1-4 before beginning. 1 2 3 4 Press the TV/DVD/AUX/ACC SELECT button repeatedly to select the desired mode. 5 Point the remote at the Device. Press the POWER button on the remote to turn the unit ON. If this works you are finished.
REMOTE CONTROL USE WITH ACCESSORY DEVICES - SEARCH METHOD Y our TV remote can be set to work various external devices such as VCRs, Cable Boxes, Satellite Receivers, DBS, DVD, etc. by what is called the search method of remote control programming. If the “Remote Code” number method shown on the previous page did not set your remote to work your external device, then follow the easy steps listed below. Please read steps 1-4 before beginning.
REMOTE CONTROL DIRECT ENTRY CODES VCR CODES Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2027, 2052 Adventura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2001 Aiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2059 Aiwa . . . .2001, 2017, 2062, 2070, 2072 Akai . . . . .2021, 2029, 2038, 2060, 2063 Akiba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2034 Alba . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2011, 2034, 2052, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2059, 2063, 2072 Ambassador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REMOTE CONTROL DIRECT ENTRY CODES VCR CODES (continued) Pentax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2022 Perdio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2001 Philco . . . . . . . .2015, 2018, 2052, 2078 Philips . .2015, 2035 (DEFAULT VCR), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2074, 2075 Phonola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2035 Pilot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2017 Pioneer . . . . . . . . . . . . .2031, 2033, 2035 Portland . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REMOTE CONTROL DIRECT ENTRY CODES CABLE CODES (continued) PVP Stereo Visual Matrix . . . . . . . .3002 Quasar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3001 Radio Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3007 Rembrandt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3004 Runco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3001 Salora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3026 Samsung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3014, 3040 Satbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3024 Scientific . . . . .
REMOTE CONTROL ACCESSORY DEVICE RELATED BUTTONS W hen using the TV remote with an accessory device, first make certain it is set to control your accessory device (by the REMOTE CODE or SEARCH method). 1 2 Set the TV/DVD/AUX/ACC select button and select the desired mode. Point the top of the remote toward the front of the accessory device (remote sensor window) when pressing the buttons. SELECT BUTTON Select the correct mode to send remote commands to the accessory device.
SETTING UP THE FM MODE (FM RADIO) MODE SELECT CONTROLS he Mode options allow you to move to other operating T modes within the TV. When in the FM Radio Mode, choose from TV, PC, or HD Modes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 If in the FM Radio mode, press the MENU button on the remote control to display the FM Radio Mode onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button until MODE SELECT is highlighted. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to shift the menu to the left, accessing the Mode onscreen menu options.
SETTING UP THE FM MODE (FM RADIO) FM RADIO TIMER CONTROLS Y our TV or FM Radio comes with an onscreen clock. The FM Radio can also be set to turn on or off at a specific time and tune to a specific channel when it powers itself on. 1 2 3 4 Press the MENU button on the remote control to show the onscreen menu. 5 Press the CURSOR RIGHT or CURSOR LEFT button to make adjustments or to toggle the On or Off options. Time: Enter the current time using the Numbered buttons.
SETTING FM MODE (FM RADIO) UP THE FM RADIO SOUND CONTROLS Radio Menu T o ensure the best sound quality from the FM Radio feature of this TV, several Sound Controls are available for adjustment. To enter the FM Mode, press the RADIO button on the remote control. The FM Mode has its own onscreen menu options. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the FM Mode onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button until SOUND is highlighted.
SETTING UP THE FM MODE (FM RADIO) SCREENSAVER CONTROL W hile in the FM Mode, there is a Screensaver option that can be used. The Screensaver control, when on, will circulate the screen station indication around the display. 1 2 3 4 5 If in the FM mode, press the MENU button on the remote control to display the FM Mode onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button until FEATURES is highlighted. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to shift the menu to the left. TIMER will be highlighted.
SETTING UP THE PC MODE (PERSONAL COMPUTER MONITOR) PC PICTURE CONTROLS T o ensure the best picture quality from the PC feature of this TV, several Picture Controls are available for adjustment. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the Picture menu. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to access the Picture menu. Press the CURSOR UP or CURSOR DOWN button repeatedly to select any of the picture items: Brightness- adds or subtracts light from the darkest part of the picture.
SETTING UP THE PC MODE (PERSONAL COMPUTER MONITOR) PC FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the MENU button on the remote control to display onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR DOWN button REPEATEDLY to highlight the FEATURES. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to access the Features menu.
SETTING UP THE PC MODE (PERSONAL COMPUTER MONITOR) PC PIP CONTROLS W hile in PC mode, you can bring up a PIP window for the TV, HD, or FM Radio channel. For example, you can listen to the radio while you use the computer. For the PIP window to function, an accessory must be connected the the DVI Input. (See the QuickUse Guide for connections). Press the PC button on the remote control repeatedly until PC-D appears in the top lefthand corner of the screen.
SETTING UP THE HD MODE (HIGH DEFINITION) HD SELECT CONTROL T he HD Select Control will allow you to quickly change from the HD Mode of operation to the TV, FM Radio, or PC Modes. 1 2 3 4 5 If in the HD Mode, press the MENU button on the remote control to display the HD Mode onscreen menu. The PICTURE option will be highlighted. Press the CURSOR UP or DOWN buttons until MODE is highlighted. Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to access the Mode menu.
SETTING UP THE HD MODE (HIGH DEFINITION) PICTURE CONTROLS he HD Mode offers certain Picture, Sound and Blocking options within its onscreen menu. Below is a list of Picture Menu options. HD Menu 1 2 3 4 5 Features T Press the HD button on the remote control to place the TV in the HD Mode (HD1). Picture Brightness Sound Color Picture Install Sharpness Mode Tint Picture Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the HD Mode onscreen menu. The PICTURE option will be highlighted.
SETTING UP THE HD MODE (HIGH DEFINITION) SOUND CONTROLS T he HD Mode also offers certain Sound control adjustments to fine tune the sound being heard when in the HD Mode. 1 2 3 4 5 Press the HD button on the remote control to place the TV in the HD Mode (HD1). Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the HD Mode onscreen menu. The PICTURE option will be highlighted. Press the CURSOR DOWN buttons until Sound is highlighted.
SETTING UP THE HD MODE (HIGH DEFINITION) LOCK HD CHANNEL T he HD Mode channel can be blocked to censor the viewing of programming not suitable for children. To block the HD Mode channel, follow the steps below. 1 2 3 4 Press the HD button on the remote control to place the TV in the HD Mode (HD1). 5 Press the CURSOR RIGHT button to toggle the control ON or OFF. If set to ON, the HD1 channel (mode) will not allow viewing of programs.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS No Power • Check the TV power cord. Unplug the TV, wait 10 seconds, then reinsert the plug into the outlet and push the POWER button again. • Check that the outlet is not on a wall switch. • Be sure the fuse is not blown on the AC power strip, if one is being used. TV Only Produces MONO Sound • If using a cable box with RF only type connections, the signal coming from the cable box will be produced in MONO only. • Check Sound control setting. Change setting to Stereo.
CLEANING WARNING Concerning Stationary Images on the TV Screen: Do not leave stationary or letterbox images on screen for extended periods of time. This can cause uneven display aging. Normal use of the TV should involve the showing of pictures that contain constantly moving and changing images that fill the screen.
INDEX Understanding the AutoLock™ Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 AutoSound™ Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Auto Program Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 AutoPicture™ Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 AVL (Auto Volume Leveler) Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Balance Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PHILIPS LIMITED WARRANTY One (1) Year Labor and Parts Repair PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS warrants this product against defect in material or workmanship, subject to any conditions set forth as follows: CARRY-IN / SHIP-IN WARRANTY For Carry-In warranty repair, take the product to a Philips authorized service center for repair. When the product has been repaired, you must pick up the unit at the center.
