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Introduction Key Features Overview Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your viewing experience. The following information summarizes these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV’s features and how to use them. V-Chip: Parental Controls MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL LANGUAGE ENERGY SAVE SET UP Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based ratings, and/or movie ratings.
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Table of Contents Introduction: Key Features Overview .................................................................................................... 1 V-Chip: Parental Controls ........................................................................................... 1 Component Input Jacks ............................................................................................. 1 PIP (Picture-In-Picture) ............................................................................................
Table of Contents Chapter 3: Using the TV’s Features The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Feature ............................................................................... 22 How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 23 New Rating Systems ................................................................................................. 23 Parent Controls and V-Chip ........................................................................
Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before You Connect • Choose Your Connection • Connections • Plug in the TV • Put Batteries in the Remote Control • Turn on the TV • Initial Setup Changing Entertainment. Again. 5 Graphics used within this publication are for representation only. F27TF12.
Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. • Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your TV. Protect Components from Overheating • Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components.
Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page, and connect your TV.
Connections & Setup TV back panel LINE IN IN 1 IN 3 COMPONENT-IN VIDEO AUDIO Y VIDEO TV LINE OUT L AUDIO R PB (C B ) L PR (C R ) R ANT/CABLE 75 Ω 2B 2A VCR VCR VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R VIDEO IN AUDIO IN L R IN FROM ANT CH3 CH4 OUT TO TV Fro mc 1 abl eo r an ten na Note: The back of your VCR might not look exactly like the one shown here. Connection: TV + VCR 1.
Connections & Setup DVD Player COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT Y PB PR AUDIO OUT L R VIDEO S-VIDEO TV 1B TV back panel DVD LINE IN IN 1 IN 3 LINE OUT 1C COMPONENT-IN VIDEO AUDIO Y VIDEO L AUDIO R VCR Note: The back of your DVD player might not look exactly like the one shown here. PB (C B ) L PR (C R ) R 1A 2B ANT/CABLE 75 Ω 2A VCR VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT L R IN FROM ANT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN L R Note: The back of your VCR might not look exactly like the one shown here.
Connections & Setup TV back panel LINE IN IN 1 IN 3 LINE OUT AUDIO Y VIDEO L TV COMPONENT-IN VIDEO PB (C B ) L PR (C R ) R ANT/CABLE 75 Ω AUDIO 3B R 3A VCR VCR ANT. IN AUDIO R L OUT RF OUT IN CH VIDEO e llit e t Sa 3 4 1C 1B 1A Satellite receiver back panel OUT TO TV CH3 CH4 OUT IN FROM ANT VIDEO L R S-VIDEO 2A SA TELLITE IN 2B From satellite From antenna or cable Note: The back of your VCR and satellite receiver might not look exactly like the ones shown here.
Connections & Setup Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver 1. Connect your satellite receiver to your VCR A. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect the audio cables (white and red) to the Audio Input jacks on the VCR (sometimes labeled AUDIO IN L and R) and to the Audio Output Jacks on the satellite receiver (sometimes labeled OUT L and R). B.
Connections & Setup Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Put Batteries in the Remote ON•OFF VCR1 DVD TV AUX SAT•CABLE VCR2 MUTE SKIP CH + VOL VOL ON•OFF button CH SOUND GO BACK GUIDE Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right), and the OK button Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote. 2. Insert new batteries.
Connections & Setup Initial Setup The first time you turn on your TV, you’ll be asked to set a few menu screens so that your TV will set up correctly. Complete the following steps to set up your TV. The other options in the SET UP menu are explained in Chapter 4. SELECT LANGUAGE ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS NEXT •[ , ] to move cursor •[OK] to set SELECT LANGUAGE ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS NEXT Select a Language The first time you turn on the TV, the SELECT LANGUAGE menu appears on the screen.
Connections & Setup Add or Erase Channels MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL LANGUAGE ENERGY SAVE SET UP You might want to add or erase some channels if they’re inactive, have weak signals, or you don’t want them in your channel list. The channel list is the list of channels that the TV tunes to when you press the channel up and/or channel down buttons.
Chapter 2 Remote Control Chapter Overview: • The buttons on the remote control • Programming the remote to operate other components • How to use the remote after you’ve programmed it • How to order a new remote control • Code list Changing Entertainment. Again. 15 Graphics used within this publication are for representation only. F27TF12.
The Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control ON•OFF VCR1 DVD TV AUX SAT•CABLE VCR2 MUTE Your backlit remote has a light button that glows in the dark. Press this button to light the channel up and channel down (CH +/–) and volume up and down (VOL )buttons. If you don’t press any buttons for several seconds, the light turns off to conserve battery power.
The Remote Control INPUT button Repeatedly press to select the TV tuner, or line inputs (LINE 1 for the rear LINE IN/ IN1 jacks, LINE 3 for the rear LINE IN/IN3 jacks, LINE 2 for the front VIDEO, L/MONO, R jacks or COMPONENT for the COMPONENT jacks). L.E.D. (light-emitting diode) The little light on the remote that lights when you are programming the remote. It also lights when you press a valid button on the remote. MENU button Displays the TV/VCR’s main MENU.
The Remote Control VCR ON•OFF TV DVD VCR2 AUX SAT CABLE VOL VOL CH + CH - Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote control can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE and Proscan TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players and satellite receivers.
The Remote Control Using Direct Entry 1. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on page 20. 3. Press and hold component button that corresponds to the component you want the remote to operate (VCR1, VCR2, etc.) 4. Enter the code from the code list on page 20. 5. Release the component button. 6. Press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands.
Code List VCR Admiral ........................................................................ 2131 Adventura .................................................................... 2026 Aiko ............................................................................. 2027 Aiwa ................................................................... 2002, 2026 Akai .......... 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111,2112, 2113 American High ............................................................ 2021 Asha .........
Chapter 3 Using the TV’s Features Chapter Overview: • PIP (Picture-In-Picture) • Parental Controls and V-Chip Changing Entertainment. Again. 21 Graphics used within this publication are for representation only. F27TF12.
Using the TV’s Features The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Feature The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) feature lets you display a second, smaller picture on top of the main picture. How To Use PIP ON•OFF VCR1 DVD TV While you can use PIP in different ways, this basic PIP scenario should get you started. AUX SAT•CABLE VCR2 MUTE SKIP VOL VOL CH + 1. The TV must be on. Tune to the channel you want to watch. 2.
Using the TV’s Features Parent Controls and V-Chip MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL LANGUAGE ENERGY SAVE SET UP The PARENT CONTROL feature allows you to program your TV so that children can’t see certain programs or channels. •[ , ] to move cursor •[OK] to set • MPAA menu allows you to block movies and TV programs according to the MPAA (Motion Pictures Association of America) ratings system.
Using the TV’s Features Set the MPAA Rating Limits The MPAA menu lets you decide which movies can and can’t be viewed according to the age-based rating of the MPAA. The TV locks and unlocks the parental control settings using a password you select. If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower (in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block out all other movies with higher ratings. 1. Press MENU on the remote (the main MENU appears).
Using the TV’s Features Age-Based Rating TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings (TV Guidelines) Mature Audience Only. Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V). Parents Strongly Cautioned. Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14.
Using the TV’s Features AGE TV-Y :----TV-Y7 :----TV-G :BLOCK TV-PG :BLOCK TV-14 :BLOCK TV-MA :BLOCK CONTENT RETURN 5. Press OK (the TV Guidelines appear — the AGE menu). Press the up or down arrow buttons to highlight a TV rating. 6. Press the right or left arrow button to change the setting (the setting goes back and forth between BLOCK or not blocked — not blocked is shown on the screen as dashes - - - - -).
Using the TV’s Features Download New Rating System MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL You can choose to download additional new rating systems. The new rating systems will be automatically set according to the ratings you have previously chosen. PARENT CONTROL •V-CHIP BLOCK RETURN 1. Press MENU on the remote (the main MENU appears). V-CHIP BLOCK MPAA TV GUIDELINES OPTION SECRET No.1234 STATUS:ON RETURN •[ , ] to move cursor •[OK] to set 2.
Using the TV’s Features Turning V-Chip Block On and Off MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL If you don’t turn on the V-Chip feature, none of the settings for VChip Rating Limits will take effect. 1. Press MENU on the remote (the main MENU appears). PARENT CONTROL •V-CHIP BLOCK RETURN V-CHIP BLOCK MPAA TV GUIDELINES OPTION SECRET No.1234 STATUS:ON RETURN 2.
Chapter 4 Using the TV’s Menu System Chapter Overview: • How to Use Your TV’s Menu System • The TIMER Menu • The VIDEO ADJUST Menu • The COMPONENT ADJUST Menu • The AUDIO ADJUST Menu • The LANGUAGE Menu • The CLOSED CAPTION Menu • The LANGUAGE Menu • The ENERGY SAVE Menu • Some of the SET UP Menu items Changing Entertainment. Again. Graphics contained within this publication are for representational purposes. F27TF12.
Using the TV’s Menu System How to Use Your TV’s Menu System The V-CHIP BLOCK menu was explained in Chapter 3, and most of the items in the SET UP menu were explained in Chapter 1. This Chapter explains the rest of the menu system. Use the buttons on the remote to access the menu system and make changes to the settings. To highlight or point to an item on the screen, press the arrow buttons on the remote (you’ll notice the circle moves to indicate the item is highlighted).
Using the TV’s Menu System • CLOCK SET AUTO CLOCK ON EDS CH AUTO Automatic Clock Set Press the up or down arrow to select AUTO CLOCK ON and press OK. The indicator moves to EDS CH. If you know the EDS channel in your area, use the left and right arrows to enter the number or select AUTO and press OK. CLOCK SET ––:–– RETURN •[ , ] to move cursor •[ , ] to set Turn off the power. The clock is set automatically using the EDS signal. It may take a few hours to set the clock.
Using the TV’s Menu System VIDEO ADJUST Menu The VIDEO ADJUST menu lets you adjust the way the picture looks on your TV. You also can reset all of the video features to the factory presets. MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION VIDEO ADJUST •PICTURE TINT COLOR BRIGHT SHARP FAVORITE COLOR FLESH TONE NOISE REDUCT. RESET RETURN 1. Press MENU (the MAIN MENU appears). 2. Press the arrow down button to highlight VIDEO ADJUST, and press OK (the following choices appear). 3.
Using the TV’s Menu System AUDIO ADJUST Menu AUDIO ADJUST •MTS EQUISOUND BASS TREBLE BALANCE RESET RETURN The AUDIO ADJUST menu lets you choose various settings for MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) and Equisound as well as adjust the bass, treble, and balance. You can also reset all of the audio features to the factory presets. •[ , ] to move cursor •[OK] to set 1. From the MAIN MENU, press the down arrow button to highlight the AUDIO ADJUST menu, and press OK (the AUDIO ADJUST menu appears). 2.
Using the TV’s Menu System CLOSED CAPTION Menu MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL CLOSED CAPTION •MODE:CAPTION DATA:CH1 RETURN Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times. Only specific programs encoded with closed-captioning information are applicable. Check your TV program listings for CC (closed caption) broadcasts.
Using the TV’s Menu System The ENERGY SAVE Menu MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL LANGUAGE ENERGY SAVE SET UP This feature reduces the brightness of the picture, lowering the power consumption of your TV/VCR by approximately 20 percent. ENERGY SAVE STATUS:OFF RETURN ENERGY SAVE STATUS:ON RETURN 1. Press MENU on the remote (the main MENU appears). 2. Press the up or down arrow button to select ENERGY SAVE and press OK. 3.
Using the TV’s Menu System • MAIN MENU TIMER VIDEO ADJUST COMPONENT ADJ. AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION PARENT CONTROL LANGUAGE ENERGY SAVE SET UP BLUE SCREEN This feature reduces the noise and mutes sound from channels with no signal or a weak signal. 1. Press the up or down arrow to select BLUE SCREEN and press OK. 2. Press the left or right arrow button to switch between ON and OFF. 3. Press MENU to exit. •[ , ] to move cursor •[OK] to set SET AIR/CABLE ANT:AIR NEXT • AUTO PRESET Go to chapter 1.
Chapter 5 Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Care and Cleaning • Front Panel • Back Panel • TV’s Video Input Channel • Limited Warranty • Accessories • Index Changing Entertainment. Again. 37 Graphics used within this publication are for representation only. F27TF12.
Additional Information Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV you can correct by consulting the Troubleshooting list that follows. General TV Problems TV won’t turn on • Press the TV button. • Something might be wrong with your remote control. Press the POWER button on the front of the TV. If the TV turns on with the POWER button, go to page 39 for remote control solutions. • Make sure the TV is plugged in.
Additional Information Troubleshooting Sound okay, picture poor • Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 32 for instructions. • Check connections — make sure all cables are firmly inserted into the correct jacks. • The ENERGY SAVE feature might be turned on. Go to page 36 for more information. Can’t select certain channel • Channel may be blocked or not approved in the V-CHIP BLOCK menu. Clock is wrong • Power interruption. Need to reset the clock.
Additional Information Front Panel (listed alphabetically) If you misplace your remote control, you can use the buttons on the front of your TV to operate the TV. There are also a set of audio/video jacks on the front of the TV that are convenient for connecting a camcorder or video game device. CH + and – Scans up and down through the current channel list. INPUT Press to access the TV’s video input channels that correspond with the jacks used to connect components.
Additional Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in material or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for labor charges. • One year from date of purchase for parts. • Two years from date of purchase for picture tube. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.
Additional Information Product registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your TV. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.
Additional Information VCR Button TV Button ON•OFF VCR1 DVD TV AUX SAT•CABLE VCR2 MUTE SKIP VOL VOL CH + CH SOUND GO BACK GUIDE INFO OK Finding the TV’s Video Line Input Channel You need to tune your TV to the video line input channel if you’re using the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks to connect to the other components (such as a cable box, a VCR, satellite receiver, or DVD player).
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Additional Information Accessories Accessory Order Form Screw-on Cable attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of your TV. The ends screw onto the connectors for a secure connection. VH81 (3-ft) VH82 (6-ft) Push-on Cable attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75ohm F-type) on the back of your TV. Ends push on for a quick connection. VH89 (6-ft) Qty Price $3.95 Description Screw-on antenna cable (3-ft) Part No.
2-way Signal Splitter Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below Helps you connect a second TV or VCR.
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Additional Information A Limited Warranty 41 Accessories, ordering 45 Add/erase channels 14 Age-Based Ratings 25 ANT/CABLE jack 40 Arrow buttons 16, 24, 33, 34, 35 AUDIO ADJUST menu 33 AUDIO IN jacks 11 Audio/video jacks 40, 43 Auto channel search 13 AUX button 16 M Main MENU 14, 24, 25, 27, 28, 30 MENU button 14, 17, 24, 25, 27, 28, 30, 34, 35, 36 Menu system 30 MPAA menu 23, 24 MUTE button 17 N B New rating system 23, 27 Number buttons 16 Back panel jacks 40 Back-lit remote 16 Batteries for remote
Additional Information T Table of contents 3 TIME menu 30 TIMER button 17 Troubleshooting 38 TV button 17, 43 TV GUIDELINES menu 23, 25 V V-Chip 23 chart for age-based ratings 25 chart for content themes 26 chart for MPAA ratings 24 download new rating system 23, 27 secret number 27 set MPAA rating limits 24 set TV GUIDELINES rating limits 25 turning on and off 28 V-CHIP BLOCK menu 23 VCR code list 20 connecting 8, 9, 11 VIDEO ADJUST menu 32 VIDEO IN jack 11 Video input channel 43 VOL buttons 17, 40 W War
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