ViewSonic ® N4285p N4785p LCD TV - User Guide - Guide de l’utilisateur - Guía del usuario IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http:// www.viewsonic.
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: [ ] N4285p [ ] N4785p ViewSonic LCD TV Model Number: [ ] VS11983-2M [ ] VS12070-2M Document Number: N4285p-2M_N4785p-2M_UG_ENG Rev.
Contact Information for Sales & Authorized Service (Centro Autorizado de Servicio) within Mexico: Name, address, of manufacturer and importers: México, Av. de la Palma #8 Piso 2 Despacho 203, Corporativo Interpalmas, Col. San Fernando Huixquilucan, Estado de México Tel: (55) 3605-1099 http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm ENGLISH NÚMERO GRATIS DE ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA PARA TODO MÉXICO: 001.866.823.2004 Hermosillo: Distribuciones y Servicios Computacionales SA de CV. Calle Juarez 284 local 2 Col.
Caution ENGLISH To find the perfect mount for N4285p/N4785p, please browse www.viewsonic.com or call our service team: United States 1-800-688-6688, Canada 1-866-463-4775. Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
ENGLISH Contents Copyright Information.................................................................................... 1 Warning and Notification............................................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions....................................................................... 3 Compliance Information................................................................................ 8 Declaration of RoHS Compliance..........................................
Copyright Information Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2008. All rights reserved. ® ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
WARNING ENGLISH Do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. It may increase the risk to fire or electronic shock. Dangerous Voltage: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence dangerous voltage within the inside of the product that may be sufficient level to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Important Safety Instructions USE Keep the following guidelines to protect the AC power cord from being damaged. If the AV power cord is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. Stop using it and ask your dealer or ViewSonic service center to exchange it. ◊ Do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. ◊ Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cord excessively. The core lines may be bared and cut, causing a short-circuit, and resulting in a fire or an electric shock.
When not in use Antenna grounding according to the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70 ENGLISH If you will not be using the TV set for long periods of time, the TV set should be disconnected from the AC power outlet to prevent power line surges. The TV set is not disconnected from the AC power source when the TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set completely, unplug from the AC power outlet.
MAGNETIC INFLUENCE Slots and openings in TV are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the TV and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. The TV may accumulate dust and get dirty if proper ventilation is not provided. For proper ventilation, follow the following guidelines: ◊ Never install the TV face up, down or sideways. ◊ Never install the TV turned over or upside down. ◊ Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
Do not install the TV in places subject to extreme temperature, such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator, or heating vent. If the TV is exposed to extreme temperature, the TV may overheat and cause deformation of the enclosure or cause malfunction. Do not install the TV in a place exposed to direct air conditioning. If the TV is installed in such a location, moisture may condense inside and may cause a malfunction. ◊ Do not place the TV in hot, oily, humid or excessively dusty places.
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Broken pieces LCD SCREEN Handling of broken glass and liquid crystal leakage If the LCD panel gets damaged, crystalline liquid leakage may occur, or scattered broken glass may result. Do not touch broken glass or crystalline liquid which is toxic, with bare hands as cuts, poisoning or skin irritation may occur. Also do not glass fragments or leaked crystalline liquid get into your eyes or mouth.
ENGLISH 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.
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: Proposed Maximum Concentration Actual Concentration Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1% Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1% 0.01% < 0.01% 0.
Getting Started ENGLISH List of Features 1. Enjoy HDTV with 1920x1080 native image resolution. 2. ClearPictureTM video technology provides vibrant color and exceptional image clarity. 3. Built-in digital tuners (HDTV, NTSC and Clear QAM-digital cable). 4. Displays multiple TV formats including 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. 5. Multiple video/computer inputs: HDMI (2)-N4285p/(3)-N4785p, component (2), S-video, composite (1)-N4285p/(2)-N4785p, PC. 6.
Getting Started Installing the LCD TV ENGLISH Disconnecting the Stand Base 1. Place the TV face down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. 2. Remove the 4 screws connecting the stand base to the TV. 3. Remove the stand base. Installing the Stand Base 1. Place the TV face down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. 2. Connect the stand base to the back of TV with 4 screws. Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
Getting Started ENGLISH Mounting ViewSonic LCD TV to the wall The LCD TV can be used in a free standing position or wall-mounted. Before installing the product to the wall, please consider the following guidelines: • Read the Important Safety Instructions, at the start of this manual. • Do not install in a moist or wet environment. This equipment is intended for indoor use. • Do not install near heat source, or strong magnetic fields.
Getting Started Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearesr dealer. ENGLISH A C B D Product Family LCD TV inch VESA Spec.
Getting Started ENGLISH Front View of the Product Item Description Turn the power on from standby mode or turn the power off to return to the standby mode. 1 Power ON/OFF button 2 Remote Control Receiver Receives IR signals from the remote control. 3 Power LED Indicator Lights up in blue when the TV is turned on. Lights up in amber when the TV is in standby mode. 4 ENTER Display Input source selection menu, enter a menu or enable the function while in OSD menu.
Getting Started ENGLISH Rear and Side View of the Product Item Description 1 Power (AC input) Plug-in the supplied AC Power cord and connect to the AC input power source. 2 Service (USB Terminal) This port is only for firmware upgrade. 3 HDMI 1 Input Terminal Connect this port to the HDMI output of A/V device. 4 HDMI 2 Input Terminal Connect this port to the HDMI output of A/V device. 5 RS232 signal input This port is for the service technician’s use.
Getting Started ENGLISH Item Description 12 HDMI 1 signal Audio input Connect this port to the RCA audio output connectors of your A/V device. (left/right) 13 YPbPr 2 signal Audio input (left/right) Connect this port to the RCA audio output connectors of your A/V device. 14 YPbPr 1 signal Audio input (left/right) Connect this port to the RCA audio output connectors of your A/V device. 15 AV/ S-Video signal Audio input (left/right) Connect the audio cable for AV or S-Video to this connector.
Getting Started Component (YPbPr) connection YPbPr provides better picture quality than the S-Video or the AV connection. ＊For YPbPr connection, connect the component video (YPbPr) and audio jacks to the corresponding output jacks of your A/V device.
Getting Started Connecting the LCD TV Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System ENGLISH Enjoy the high-definition and standard-definition digital programming along with standarddefinition analog programming. ☼ • This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable and external VHF/UHF antenna. • We strongly recommend that you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to ensure the best picture quality.
Getting Started DVI Connection Rear and side of TV DVI-to-HDMI cable ENGLISH HD cable box/ HD satellite box Audio cable DVI-to-HDMI cable CATV/Satellite antenna cable ☼ • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI 1 [3], HDMI 2 [4] or HDMI 3 [20] jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO In jacks of HDMI 1 [12], HDMI 2 [18], or HDMI 3 [21]-(only available for N4785p).
Getting Started Personal Computer Use the LCD TV as the monitor of your computer. The picture below shows the connection for PC. The LCD TV can also be connected to PC with DVI or HDMI output. ENGLISH Connect to an HDMI compatible PC with the HDMI cable Rear and side of TV Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) VGA 15 Pin cable ☼ • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using a 15-pin cable and audio cable.
Getting Started Mode Standard Resolution Aspect Ratio Handling Compatible Input FS*Full-Screen RGB DOS 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes MAC 640 x 480 @ 67Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 800 x 600 @ 56Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes MAC 832 x 624 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1920 x
Getting Started Other Equipment Digital Personal DVD cable box Computer Player Audio system ENGLISH Blu-ray Disc Digital satellite Player/ PS3 receiver DVD Player/ Personal Computer DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system DVD Player/ DVD Player/ Personal Personal Computer Computer DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system Personal Computer VHF/ UHF CABLE DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system Amplifier/ Amplifier/ DVD Home DVD Home Theater Theater DVD Player/ Headphone VCD
Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls Inserting Remote Control Batteries ENGLISH 1. Remove the battery cover by pulling then lifting the knob on the cover. 2. Insert the batteries, corresponding to the (+) and (-) markings on the battery compartment. 3. Reattach the battery cover. CAUTION • Only use the specified AAA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in creaking or leakage, which may pose a risk of fire or lead to personal injury.
ENGLISH Button Description 4 SOUND Press this button to select between the sound modes of Off, Concert, Living Room, Hall, Bathroom, Cave, Arena, Church. 5 SLEEP Press repeatedly to set the off timer. The function is used to automatically shut off the LCD TV after a preset period of time passed. There are several times for choice – Off, 15 Minutes, 30 Minutes, 45 Minutes, 60 Minutes, 90 Minutes, 120 Minutes. 6 FREEZE Press this button to “Freeze Frame” the current screen when in TV source.
Button Description 11 FAV.A/D Press this button to add/erase Favorite channels. (See Favourite Channel Setting section on page 29) 12 ▲▼◄► / ENTER buttons Press these buttons to navigate the OSD menus. ▲/▼ is for menu and function select, and ◄/► is for function adjustment. ENTER: Enter the function setting. 13 INPUT Press to display the INPUT source list and select the source with ▲/▼ buttons. To confirm the selection, press ENTER. 14 MUTE Press to turn off the sound.
Using the TV Features Operation ENGLISH Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front of the panel. Initial Setup When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently: 1. Press the POWER button on the remote control. The Initial Setup wizard window will be displayed. Press ENTER to start the wizard. (see Figure 1) 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select your language, then press ► to continue next step.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Changing Channels 1. Using Channel Buttons Press ▼ CH ▲ button to change channels, and the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all channels that have been memorized. Channels erased or not memorized will not be shown. 2. Using Number Buttons (1) ATV The “-” button has no function in ATV mode. Directly press the number buttons to select channels. (2) DTV Use “-” button to select the sub channel in DTV. Ex: Your desired number is 80-3.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Storing Channels into Memory 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “TV” menu. Press ENTER or ► to enter the menu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Tuner Mode”, and use ◄ or ► to select the antenna connection to “Air” or “Cable”. Air: RF signal programs by “Air”. Cable: RF signal programs by “Cable”. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Auto Scan”, then press ENTER or ► to perform Auto Scan function. To stop scanning, press MENU at any time. 4.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Favorite Channel Setting To set your favorite channel into memory: 1. Press▲ CH ▼ to select the channel you’d like to be your favorite channel, then press FAV.A/D button to add it. You can add up to 7 favourite channels. 2. Press FAV.A/D again on the favourite channel will cancel it. ＊To watch your favourite channels, press FAV.CH button repeatedly. Adjusting the Settings (1) 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Setting up Time menu 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “Setup” menu. 3. Press ENTER or ► to enter the menu. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Time Setup”, then press ENTER to enter the setting. 5. Select the “Time Zone” of your area with ◄ or ►. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Time”, then press ENTER to enter the setting. To enable Auto Synchronization, press ◄ or ► on Auto Synchronization and select “On”.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Close Caption Setting 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “Setup” menu. Press ENTER or ► to enter the menu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Close Caption”, then press ENTER or ► to enter “Close Caption” setting. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Analog Closed Caption or Digital Closed Caption, and use ◄ or ► to select caption information.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Using the Parent Controls 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “Parental” menu. 3. Enter the password. (The default password is 0000, which can be changed. There is also a universal password 3660 that remains eternally valid.) Channel Block: 1. Move to “Channel Block”, then press ENTER or ►. 2. Use ▲ or ▼ to select the channel you want to block, then press ENTER to block or unblock it. 3. Press MENU to exit. Program Block: 1.
Using the TV Features (2) U.S. Movie Ratings 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “U.S. Movie Ratings”, then press ENTER or ►. ENGLISH The following screen will allow you to customize the following TV ratings: G (general audience) PG (parental guidance suggested) PG-13 (recommended for children 14 years of age or older) R (mature audience) NC-17 (no one under 17 years of age) X (adult audience only) 2. Press ENTER to set or reset the rating level. 3. Press MENU to exit. (3) Canadian English Ratings 1.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features (5) Open V-Chip (only enabled in DTV source) 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Open V-Chip”, then press ENTER or ►. 2. Press ENTER or ► again on “U.S. (50 states + possessions)”, then press ENTER or ►. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the blocking item, then press ENTER or ►. 4. Press ENTER to set or reset the rating. 5. Press MENU to exit. (6) Block Unrated 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Block Unrated”, then press ◄ or ► to select “On” or “Off”.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Change Password: 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Change Password”, then press ENTER to enter “Change Password” setting. 2. Enter your new password in “New Password”. 3. Enter the new password again in “Confirm Password”. After you complete the last step, the screen will return to the top page of Parent menu. If so, the password has been changed successfully. Using VGA Function 1. When in VGA source, press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Annotations for OSD Menu Items See below for meanings of the control items in each menu. Video menu • Picture Mode: To select picture mode. • Noise Reduction: To reduce the noise level of connected equipment. • Brightness: To adjust luminance of video. • Contrast: To adjust contrast of video. • Color: To adjust color. • Tint: To adjust tint level. • Sharpness: To adjust picture sharpness. • Back Light: To brighten or darken the backlight.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Setup menu • OSD Language: To select OSD language. • Aspect Ratio: To select image size between No scale, Normal, Full, Letterbox, Panorama, and Zoom. Please refer to Aspect Ratio Table on page 38. • Blue Mute: To set the background color to blue when there is no signal. • Time Setup: To set Time Zone, Time, Sleep Timer, Auto Sleep, and Daylight Saving. ＊Time Zone: To select the time zone appropriate to your location. ＊Time: To set the current time.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Parental menu • Channel Block: To block channels. • Program Block: To set TV and Movie Ratings. ＊Rating Enable: To enable Rating settings. ＊U.S. TV Ratings: To set TV blocking level in the US. ＊U.S. Movie Ratings: To set movie blocking level in the US. ＊Canadian English Ratings: To set blocking level in English-speaking region of Canada. ＊Canadian French Ratings: To set blocking level in French-speaking region of Canada. ＊Open V-Chip: To set TV blocking level for DTV programs.
Other Information Cleaning the LCD TV 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.
Other Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Please contact ViewSonic service team directly if you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related on the use of your television. Contact ViewSonic Service Team at: http://www.ViewSonic.com Or call our service team: United States 1-800-688-6688 Canada 1-866-463-4775 Problem Possible Solution No power • Make sure the power cord is properly connected to the LCD TV AC power socket.
Problem Possible Solution Remote control unit does not operate • Make sure the directions of batteries are inserted correctly referring to the user guide. • Batteries could be weak or dead. Replace with new batteries. • Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor? • The path of the remote control beam may be blocked. Make sure the path is clear and that the remote control is aimed at the remote control sensor on the TV.
Other Information Specifications Model ENGLISH LCD Input signal N4285p N4785p Type 42.02” TFT Active Matrix RGB 0.4845 (H) x 0.4845 (V) mm pixel 47” TFT Active Matrix RGB 0.5415 (H) x 0.5415 (V) mm pixel Color Filter Glass surface RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare RGB RGB analog (0.7/1.
Other Information Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® LCD TV How long the warranty is effective: ViewSonic LCD TV are warranted for one (1) year for all parts excluding the light source and one (1) year for labor from the date of the first customer purchase. Who the warranty protects: This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser. What the warranty does not cover: 1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2.
Other Information Mexico Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® LCD TV ENGLISH 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 & accessories.
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