Zenith P42W34H and Owner's manual

Brand: Zenith

Model: P42W34H and

Category: Plasma TVs

Type: Owner's manual

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Installation and Operating Guide

Model Numbers I P42W34, P42W34H I PLASMATV

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Warning

CAUTION

WA R N IN G"

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equi_atera_ triangle, is intended to aierf the user to

the presence of uninsu_ated "dangerous voffage _ wffhin the product's enclosure that may be of suffi=

cier_ magnffude to constit_e a dsk of electnc shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equiiaterai tdangie is intended to aJerf the user to the presence of

importat_t operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appli-

ance.

WA R N IN G

TO PREVENT FiRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system instaJ_er's _ention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric

Code (U.S.A.) The code provides gui_lines for proper grounding _d, in particular, specifies that the cable

ground shale be connected to the grounding system of the building as dose to the point of the cable entry as prac-

tical

REGULATORY INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digffat device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in

a residential installation T]_is 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 instatl_ion ff this equipment does

cause harmfut 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,

- _ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver,

- Connect the equipment into an out_et on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio!TV technician for help,

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the

user's authority to oper_e the equipment_

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way wffhout written a_horization from Zenith Electronics

Corporation, Una_horized modification could void the user's authority to operate this product,

COMPLIANCE:

The responsible p_y for this product's compliance is:

Zenith Electronics Corporation

2000 Mil]brook Drive

Lincolnshire, H 60069_ USA

Phone: 1-847-941-8000

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SafetyInstru;_ions

Im_rtant safeguards for you and your new product

Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety [n mind However, improper use can result in pctential elec-

trical shock or fire hazards, To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read and

observe the fo{iowing safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference.

Observing the simple prece_ions discussed in this booklet con help you get many years of enjoyment and safe operation

that are bu#t into your new product

This product complies with al] applicebie U.S Federa] safety requirements and those of the Canadian Standards

Association_

1. Read Instructions 9. Attaeh_nts

AlE time safety and operating instructions shouid be read Do not use attachments not recommended by the product

before the product is operated manufacturer as they" may cause hazards.

2. Follow Instructions

Al_ operating and use instructions should be followed

3. Retain |nat_ructions

The _fety and operating instructions shouJd be retained for

future reference

4. Heed Warnings

A{_ w_nings on the preduct and in the o_rating instructions

shou{d be adhered to.

10, Ventilation

Stets and openings in the c_inet are provided for ventilation

and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect

it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked

or covered. Time openings should never be blocked by plac-

ing ti_e product on a bed sofa, rug, or other similar surface,

This product should not be placed in a built-in installation

such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventil_ion is pro-

vided or the m_ufacturer's instructions have been adhered

to.

5, Cleaning

Unplug this product from the waJI outlet before cleaning. Do

not use liquid cleaners or aeroso_ cleaners. Use a damp

cloth for cleaning.

6. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near wa_er, for example, near a bath

tub, wash bowt kitchen sink, or laundry tub in a wet ba_e -

ment, or near a swimming pool

7_ Acc_sorles, Carts, and Stands

Do not place this product on a slippery or tilted surface, or on

an un_able cart, stand, tdpod, bracket or table The product

may slide or falt causing serious injury to a child or adult,

and serious _mage to the product, Use only with a cart,

stand tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manu-

facturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the prod-

uct should follow the manufacturerts instructions, and shouid

use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufac-

turer

& Transporting Product

A product and cart combination should be moved with care

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may

cause the product and cart combination to overturn,

11, Power Sourc_

This product should be operated only from the type of power

source indicated on the marking label, tf you are not sure of

the type of _wer supply to your home consult your product

denier or local power company. For products intended to

operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the

operating instructions.

12, Power-Cord Polarization

This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type

plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug wilt on_y

fit into the grounding4ype power out_et. This is a _fety feao

ture, ff you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, con_

tact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet, Do not

defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

l& Power-C'._ord Protection

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not

likely to be walked on or pinched by _ems placed upon or

against them paying particular attention to cords at p_ugs

convenience receptacles and the point where they exff from

the product,

t"_ORI'AB_ CART WARNING

(Continued on next page)

Owner's Manual 3

SafetyInstructions

Safety Instructions: continued

14, Outdoor Antenna Grounding

ff an outside antenna or cable system is connected te the

product:, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so

as to provide some pretection against voltage surges and

buiLtoup static charges, Article 810 of the NafionaJ Electrical

Cede (U,SA.) ANSI/ NFPA 70 provides information with

regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting struc-

ture, grounding of the [eadoin wire to an antenna discharge

unit, size of grounding conductors location of antenna-dis-

charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and

requirements for the grounding electrode,

Example of Grounding According to National

Electrical Code _nstructions

_NEC Cec_r_ 8 _)t

A_t _, P_rt H)

NEC - Na:tional Electrical C_e

15, Lightning

For a_ed protection for this product (receiver) during a _ighto

Ring storm or when _ is [eft unattended and unused for long

perieds of time unplug [t from the wa_l outlet and disconnect

the antenna or cabfe system, This will prevent damage to the

product due to lightning and power-line surges

16, Power Lines

An eutside antenna system shoutd not be _ocated in the

vicinity of oved_ead power lines or cther electric light or

power circuits, or where it can fall into such power _ines or

circuffs. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme

care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines

er circuits as contact with them might _ fatal

17, Overloading

Do not overload walt outlets and extension cords as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock,

18, Object: and Liquid Entry

Never push obits of any kind into this product through

openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or

short-out parts that coutd resuff in a fire or e[ectdc shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the producL

19, _rvicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself _ opening or

removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards Refer al_ servicing to qualified service per-

sonnel.

20, Damage Requiring SeP¢ice

Unplug this product from the waJ[ outlet and refer servidng te

qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. ff the power-supply cord or plug is damaged

b ff liquid has been spi_[ed_ or objects have fallen into the

product

c. If the preduct has been expend to rain or water.

d. If the product does not operate normally by feilowing the

operating instructions. Adju_ only those controls tllat are

covered by the operating instr_ctiens as an improper

adjustment of other controls may result in cLamage and

wilt often require extensive work by a qualified technician

to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped orthe cabinet has been

damaged.

f ff the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,

21. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required be sure the service

technidan has used replacement parts spedfied by the man-

ufacturer or have the same cha#actefistics as the original

part Unautherized substitutions may resutt in fire, eiectric

shock or other h_ards.

22, £aJety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to filis product,

ask the service technician te perform safety checks to deter-

mine that the product is in proper operating cond_ion.

23, Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product sheu[d be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as

recommended by the manufacturer The product may slide

or fail, causing sedeus injury, to a child or adult, and serious

_mage to the product.

24, Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or oti_er products

(including amplifiers) that preduce heat

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Contents

Warnings ............................ 2

Safety tnstrudions ....................... 3"_4

Introduction

Controls ............................. 7

Connection Options ...................... 8

Remote Control Key Fun_ions ............ 9

Installation

External Equipment Connections ......... 12~16

Antenna Connection .................. 12

VCR Setup ........................... 13

Cable TV Setup ...................... 13

E_ern_ A/V Source Setup .................. 14

DVD Setup ............................. 14

DTV Setup ......................... 14

Monitor Out Setup ................... 15

PC Setup ......................... 15_16

Operation

Turning on the TV ...................... 17

Menu Language Selection .............. 17

Channel Menu Options

Memorizing the Channels with Auto program.. ,18

Memorizing the Chan_ls with Manu_at Program , .18

Fine Tuning Adjustment ............... 18

Favorite Channe_ Memory ............. 18

Picture Menu Options

APC (Auto Picture Control) .......... 19

Manual Picture Control ................. 19

Auto Color Temperature Control ............. 19

Manual Color Temperature Control ......... 19

Sound Menu Oplions

DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) ..... 20

AVL (Auto Vo{ume Leveler) ............ 20

Manual Sound Control .................. 20

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup ............. 20

Time Menu Options

Auto Clock Setup ....................... 21

Manuai Clock Setup ...................... 21

On/Off Timer Setup .................. 21

Auto Off ........................... 22

Sleep Timer ........................... 22

Specia_ Menu Options

Key Lock 23

ISM Method ......................... 23

Low power .................... 23

Caption!Text ......................... 25

Captions ............................. 25

Screen Menu Options

Auto Adjustment .................. 26

Setting Picture Format ................... 26

Picture Size Zoom ............... 26

Adjusting Horizonta_/Verlical Position ...... 27

Manual Configure .............. 27

Screen Adjustments ..................... 27

Initializing ................................. 27

Luminance Noise Reduction ............... 28

Selecting Wide VGA mode ......... 28

Sp_it Zoom ................. 28

P_P (Picture-in-Picture) Feature

W,__chin g PtP ...................... 29

Swapping P_P ......................... 29

f/loving PIP ..................... 29

TV Program selection for PiP ........... 29

Selecting an Input Signal Source for P_P .... 29

PIP Aspect Ratio .................... 29

Double Window Setup Options

Watching the DouMe Window ............ 30

Sub Picture Size Adjustment .......... 30

Swapping the Double Window ........... 30

Selecting a Source for the Double Window 30

Lock Menu Options

Lock Setup .................... 31 _32

External Control Device Setup ................ 33._38

IR Code (NEC format) ....................... 39~40

Troubleshooting Checklist ................... 41 _42

Maintenance ................................... 43

Specifications ................................ 44

Setup and Operation Checklist

(See pages 12~15 for available connection _d operational setup options.)

1, Unpack the TV and all accessories 5 Turn video source equipment on,

2, Connect atl external video and audio equipment,

see pages 13 - 15.

6, Select viewing source for the TV_

See page 9,

3 Install batteries in remote control,

See page 9,

4, Tum the TV on.

See page 17,

7_ Fine4une source image and _und to persona_ preference

or as required by source.

See pages 19 _ 20,

8. Additional features Setup

See Contents above,

After reading this manual keep it handy for future reference,

Owner's Manual 5

Introduction

What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)?

if voltage is applied to gas within g_ass panels ultraviolet rays are produced and fused with a fluoreccent substance, At that

instan_ _ight is emitted, A Plasma Display is a next generation flat Display using this phenomenon,

160 ° - Wide angle range of vision

Your flat panel plasma screen offers an exceptionaJly broad viewing angle °=over 160 degrees. This means that the display is

dear and visible to viewers anywhere in the room.

Wide _reen

The screen of the Plasma Display is 42" so wide th_ your viewing experience is as if you are in a theater

Multimedia

Connect your plasma display 1o a PC and you can use it for conferencing, games, and internet browsing. The Picture-in-Picture

feature allows you to view your PC and video images simultaneously,

Versatile

The light weight and thin size makes it easy to install your pl_ma display in a variety of locations where conventional TVs wil_ not

The PDP Manufacturing Process: Why minute colored dots may be present on the PDP screen

The PDP (Plasma Display Pane[) whicl_ is the display device of this product is composed of 0_9 _o Z2 million cem[s, A few ceil

defects will normaily occur in the PDP manufacturing process. Several minute colored dots visible on the screen should _ accept-

able. This also occurs in other PDP manufacturers _products and the tiny dots appearing does not mean that this PDP is defective.

Thus a few ceif defects are not sufficient cause for the PDP to be exchanged or returned. Our production technology is designed

to minimize ceJ] defects during the manufacture and operation of this product=

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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Introduction

Main Power Button

Remote Control _nsor

Power Standby Indicator

_l[uminates red in standby mode,

Illuminates green when the TV is

turned on

MENU Button V, & Buttons

INPUT SELECT Button

VOLUME (<,l_) Buttons

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Introduction

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3 4 5

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8 9 10

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11 12 13 14

1. AI'_ENNA INPUT PORT

Connection for an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna your

cable TV wire or cable box

2, AV (EXPANDED) INPUT

Connection for audio/vi_o out from external equipment,

3. AV OUTPUT

Connection for a second TV or monitor.

4, REMOTE CONTROL

Conn_ your wired remote control to the remote controt port

on the TV.

5, EXPANDED OUTPUT

Connect the TV to the TV w_h the tuner box cable

6. EXTERNAL SPEAKER (8 ohm output)

Connect to optional external speaker(s)

For _rther information, refer to 'Speaker 8, Speaker

Stand' manual

7, RS_232C INPLFr (CONTROL;SERVICE) PORT

Connect to tile RS-232C port on a PC,

8. DVI (Digital Visual Interl_e) INPUT/

RGB INPUT/AUDIO INPUT JACKS

Conned the TV output connector from a PC to the appro-

priate input port.

9. RGB OUTPUT PORT

"You can watch the RGB signal on anofl_er monitor, connect

RGB OUTPUT to another monffor's PC input pert,

10, EXPANDED INPUT

Connect the plasma display to the Tuner with the tuner box

cable supplied,

1% COMPONENT INPUT/AUDIO INPUT JACKS

Connect a component video device to these jacks.

12. REMOTE CONTROL

Connect your wired remote control to the remote control

port on ti_e TV,

13. S-VIDEO INPU_

Connect S-Video out from an S-V_DEO VCR to tile S=

VIDEO input

AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT JACKS

Connect audioNideo out from extema_ equipment to these

jacks

14, POWER CORD SOCKET

This TV ope_es on an AC power, The voffape is indicated

on the Speoific-3tions page. Never attempt to operate the

TV on DC power.

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Introduction

Remote Control Key Functions

- When using the remote control aim it at the remote control sensor on tile TV.

Under certain conditions such as if the remote JR signa_ is interrupted, the remote control may not function. Press the key again

as necessary:

POWER -.

Switches the TV between ON _"\_

and STANDBY. "-,

MULTIMEDIA.

Selects source: ComponenL _B, or "_

DVI mode,

Adiusts the factory preset picture

according to the room

ARC

Changes the picture format.

PIP

Switches the sub picture on and off

SWAP

Exchanges main and sub picture

images.

Displays on screen menus,

Exits the current menu,

NUMBER buttons

WIN, POSITION

Moves fhe sub picture on the screen,

SPLIT ZOOM

Enlarges the picture

AUTO PROGRAM

Searches for availabJe channels see

page 18

MEMORY/ERASE

Memorizes or erases setected

channet

CAMION

Sells CAPTION mode

VCR BUTTONS

Control some video cassette

recorders,

INPUT SELECT

Video _p_)

Video, SoWdeo Component,

RGB, or DVI mode

DASP

Selects the sound appropriate to

your viewing program character:

_at, Music, Movie, Sports, or

User,

Sets the sleep timer.

DW (Double Window)

Sells Double Window mode_

PIP INPUT

Sells the input source mode for

tl_e sub picture.

MUTE

Switches the sound on or off

ENTER

CH _ / _ (Channel; button)

Selects the desired channel,

Selects menu options

VOL _11 / _ (Volume bu_on)

Increases/decreases sound level,

Adjusts menu settings

WIN, SIZE

Adjusts the sub picture size.

ZOOM./ZOOM+

Enlarges or reduces the main picture

size,

PIP OH A /_

_ec3s the channel for the sub

picture.

MTS

Selects the MTS sound: Me_o,

Stereo, or SAP.

FAV OH

Sells favorite channels.

• Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and

insert the batteries with correct polarity.

• Instal_ two 1,5V batteries of AAA type, Don't mix used batteries

with new batteries,

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Instaflation

Instal

Ensure that the following accessories are included witl_ your TV tf an acces_ry is missing, p_ease contact the _er where you

purchased the produd.

Owner's Manual Batteries BNC-RCA Adapter

Dosub 15 pin Cable Power Cord DVIoD Cable

Remote Control

Tuner Box Cable

Installation Instructions

GROUNDING

Ensure that you connect the grounding / earth wire to prevent _ssible

ele_ric shock, ff grounding methods are not possible have a qualified

electrician instai_ a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the

unit by connecting it to telephone wires, Figh_ening rods or gas pipes_

Power

Supply

Short-circuil

Breaker

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Installation

• The TV can _ instailed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc.

• The TV i:s designed to be mounted horizontally. Tile speakers shown are optionat

For proper ve_i[ation, aJlow a clearance of 4'_on each

side and 2_from the wall Detailed installation instruc-

tions are included in the optional Wa_l Mounting Bracket

Installation and Setup Guide see your dealer,

For proper ventilation allow a clearance of 4" on each

side and the top 2.36 on the bottom, and 2" from the

waE Detailed installation instructions are included inthe

optional Desktop Stand Installation and Setup Guide see

your dealer

Ownet°s Manual 11

Instaflation

Externa! Equipment Connections

Antenna or Cabte Service without a Cable Box Connections

For optimum picture quality, adiust antenna direction if needed

Multi-family DweltingsiApartments

, ss_ ...............,_,%_(C°nnect to wall antenna socket) _ _ _ __

RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) l

VNF Antenna

UF F Antenna

Outdoor

Antenna

Single4amily DweBings/Houses

(Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)

Turn clock a_ise to tighten.

B_onze Wi_e

Be careful not to bend the bronze wire when

connecting the antenna.

* RF ooaxial cable is nor included with 1heTV

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• In a poor signal area, purchase and install a signal amplifier

for better picture quality.

• If the antenna needs to be split for two TV, include a "2J_Vay

Signal Splitter" in the connections.

- tf the antenna is not installed properly, contact your dealer

for assis_nce.

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Insla/lation

NOTE: Not all;cables shown are included with the TV.

- To avoid picture noise (interference) leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV,

Use the ISM Me{hod feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time Typically a frozen still

picture from a VCR, if the 4:3 picture format is used the fixed image may remain visible on tile screen,

Connection 1

_t VCR switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel

number.

Connection 2

1. Connect the audio and video cables from the VCR's output lacks to

the TV input jacks, as shown in tl_e figure.

When connecting the TV to VCR, match tile iack colors (Video =

yellow, Audio Left = white and Audio Right = red).

2. Insert a video t_e into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR,

(Refer to the VCR owner's manual.)

3. Use the INP_ SELECT button on the remote control to select

Video (Exp.).

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VCR

° After subscribing to a came TV service from a local provider and installing a converter, you can watch came TV programming.

* For further information regarding cable TV service, contact your _ocal cable TV service provider(s).

Connection 1

1. Select 3 or 4 w_th channel switch on cable

box.

2. Tune the TV channel to the _me selected

output channel of cable box.

3. Select channels at the cable box or w_h the

cable box remote control

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Connection 2

1. Connect the audio and video cables from the

cable box's output jacks to the TV input

jacks as shown in the figure.

When connecting the TV to cable box, match

the jack co_ors (Video = yellow, Audio Left =

white and Audio Right =red).

2. Use the |NPUT SELECT button on the

remote contro_ to select Video (Exp.).

3. Select channels wilh the cable box remote

control

Cable Box

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Installation

How to connect

Connect the e_udioand video ceJNes from the external equipment's output

jacks to the TV input jacks, as sbown in the figure+

When connecting the TV to external equipment ma_ch the iack colors (Video

= yellow+ Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red)

How to use

1. Use the _NPUT SELECT button on the remote control to select Video (Exp.).

2. Operate the corresponding external equipment. Refer to externa_ equipme_

operating guide.

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How to connect

1, Connect the DVD video outputs to the COMPONENT iNPUT

jacks (Y, PB PR) and connect the DVD audio outputs to the

AUDiO iNPUT jacks.

2 ff your DVD only has an S-Video output jack, conne_ this to the

S-VIDEO input on the TV and connect the DVD audio outputs to

the AUD[O iNPUT jacks,

How to use

1. Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD

2. Use the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control to select

Component (if connected to S-VIDEO_ select the S-Video

DVD

To watch digitally broadcast programs pur-

chase and connect a digita_ set4op box

This TV supports HDCP (High-bondwidfl_ DigffaJ

Contents Protection) protocol for D_

(480p 720p,1080i) modes_

How to connect

1. Use the TVs COMPONENT (Y, P_, PR) HNPUT,

RGS, or DW jack for video conn_ions,

depending on your set4op box connedor. Then

make the corresponding audio connections.

How to use

1. Turn on the d[gitat set4op box (Refer to the

owner's manu_ for the digital set-top box.)

2. Use INPUT SELECT on the remote control to

_lect Component, RGB or DVL

_+ e + "+ o o ;/ =, ,==

Digital Set4op box

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Inslalla#on

The TV has a spec_ai signal output capability which allows you

to hook up a second TV or monitor.

Connect the second TV or monitor to the TV' AV OUTPUT. See

rite Operating Manual of the _cond TV or monitor for further

detai_s regarding that device's input settings

NOTE: * Component RGB-PCiDTV 480pi720pi1080i input

sources cannot be used for Monitor out,

- This TV provides Plug and Play capability; meaning that the PC adjusts automaticai[y to its settings, The TV sends configuration

inform_ion (EDtD) to the PC using the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) protocol.

How to connect

1. To get the best picture qua_ity_ adjust the PC graphics card to a

640x480, 60Hz,

2. Use the TWs RGB iNPUT or DW (Digita_ Visua_ Ir4erface) INPUT

port for video connections depending on your PC connector.

If the graphic card on the PC does not o_put anatog and digital

RGB simultan_usly connect only one of both RGB iNPUT or DVI

INPUT to dispray the PC on the TV.

If the graphic card on the PC does output analog and dig_a] RGB

simuffaneous[y, set the TV to either RGB or DW: (the other mode

is set to Plug and Piny automatically by the TV,)

3. Then_ make the corres_nding audio connections ff using a

sound card, adjust the PC sound as required,

How to use

1. Turn on the PC and the TV.

2 Turn on the display by pressing the POWER button on the TV's

remote control

3, Use the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control to se[eot

RGB or DVI,

4_ Check the image on your TV. There may be noise ass_iated with

the resolution, verticat pa_ern, cor_rast or brightness in PC mode,

ff noise is present, change the PC mode to another resolution

change the refresh rate to another rate or adjust ti_e brightness

and contrast on the menu until the picture is dear, if the refresh

rate of the PC graphic card can not be changed, change the PC

graphic card or consult the manufacturer of the PC graphic card

NOTES: • Depending on the graphics card DOS mode may not

work if you use a DVi-I cabie.

• Avoid keeping a fixed image on the TV's screen for a long

period of time The fixed image may become permanently

imprinted on the screen Use the Orbiter screen saver

when _ssible.

• The synchronization input form for Horizontal and Vertical

frequendes is separate,

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Installation

Monitor Display Specifications (RGB-PC/DVI-PC Mode)

Resolution

840x350

720×400

640x480

848x480

852x480

Horizontal

Frequency(KHz)

31.468

37.861

31.469

37.927

31.469

35.000

37.861

37.500

43.269

31.500

35.00

37.500

31.500

35.000

37.500

Vertical

Frequency(Hz)

70.09

85.08

70.08

85.03

59.94

66.66

72.80

75.00

85.00

60.00

70.00

75.00

60.00

70.00

75.00

Resolution

800x600

832x624

1024x768

1152x864

1152x870

1280x960

1280x1024

Horizontal

Frequency(KHz)

35.156

37.879

48.077

46.875

53.674

49.725

48.363

56.476

60.023

54.348

63.995

67.500

63.681

60.000

63.981

Vertical

Frequency(Hz)

56.25

60.31

72.18

75.00

85.06

74.55

60.00

70.06

75.02

60.05

70.01

75.00

75.06

60.00

60.02

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Operation

Turning on the TV

1_ Connect power cord correctly.

2, Press the (_) ON/OFF button on time TV, At this moment the TV is switched to sta#dby mode, Press the INPUT

SELECT, A iV button on the _,./or press the POWER, INPUT SELECT MULTIMEDIA OH (,L !f), FAV OH

Number button on time remote controt to switch the TV on.

1. If the TV was turned off with the O ON/OFF button on the TV

• Press the O ON/OFF button on the TV to turn the _ on,

2, If the TV was turned oft with the remote control and the OONiOFF button on the TV

• Press the (DON/OFF button on the TV and then press the INPUT SELECT button on the TV. Or, on

the remote control press either POWER INPUT SELECT MULTIMEDIA, CH (A t V), FAV CH,

Number to turn the TV on

• CAUTION

If you connect or disconnect the Tuner Box cable to the TV, the TV is switched to standby _e,

Language Selection

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

1, Press the MENU button and then use A / V button to select the _I_C_L menu,

2. Press the !_ button and then use A / V button to select Lengt_ge

3. Press the I_ button and then use A / Y button to select your desired language.

From this point on, the on-screen menus wiJt be shown in the language of your

choice.

4. Press the MENU button to save,

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Operation

C hanne! Menu

Auto Programming is used to memorize aiI the active channeis in your area before you can use the TV.

_ere are two ways of storing channels in the Tuner's memory. You can use either.

One is called AUTO PROGRAM and the other is ca_ied MANUAL PROGRAM.

In AUTO PROGRAM mode, the TV will memonze the channels in ascending numerical order. [[there are additional

channels you want to add or deiete, you can manually add or delete those channels with Manual Program

- Redo Auto Program if the TV is ever moved to another location.

- Auto Program wi_[ onty operate with the ANT. connected

- If channels numbers for broadcast over-the air TV and cable TV are duplicated

where different channets have the _me number, press the same number buttons

again to toggie between:

I Broa astTVChaonels [ Cab eTVChannels1

: (For example, press 17 to go to the channel, press 17 again to go to the dup[icat _

ed channeL)

1. Press the A.PR_ button and then pre_ the I_ b_ton.

AUTO PROGRAM starts the channet search.

If you want to stop auto programming, press the ENTER button. _ty the channels searched up to th_ time are memorized.

• You can also select the Auto program option and de a channe_ search in the CHANNEL menu.

You can memorize or erase channeJs manua4_y.

1 U_ the ,I[I,/ V or NUMBER buttons to select the channel number you want to memorize or erase,

2 Press the MEMORY!ERASE button,

3. Use the MEMORY/ERASE button to select IMtemory or _¢tse,

4. Press the ENTER button.

• You can also do Manual progrema with the C_NN"=_, menu_

This function adjusts the pictures stability and condition when it is poor,

1. Press the MENU button and then use A ,,V button to select the CHANh_ menu

2 Press the I_ button and then use & iV button to setect Memu_ ptogrem't,

3. Press the I_ button and then use _11/ I_ button to select Fine.

4 U_ the A iV button to adjust the picture to your preference,

5. Press the ENTER button to save.

Favorite channe_ memory is a convenient feature that lets you quickty scan up to 5 channels of your choice

without having to wait for the TV to scan through all the in-between cI_annels.

1 Press the MENU button and then use ,L _V button to select the CHANN_ menu.

2 Press the I_ button and then use A/V button to select Favorite ch,.

3 Press the I_ button and then use ,_, iV button to _ect the first favorite channel posi-

tion.

4. Use the _1 / I1_button to set the desired channel number for first favorite channel.

5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 to memodze other favorffe channets.

6. Press the ENTER button to save

• To tune to a favorite channel, press the FAV OH (Favorite channel) b_on repeat-

edly, The five favorite channels appear on the screen in numerical or_r.

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Operation

Menu Options

- Picture menu adjustment we unique to each input source. Readjust Picture menu settings for each following input

sour_ as preferred

, RGB (PC) / DVI (PC)

, RGB (DTV) / DVl (DTV) / Component (480p 720p 10801)

, Video/SWideo / Component (480i)

APC adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance,

When adjusting picture options (contrast brightness, color, sharpness and tint) manually, APC automatically

changes to User,

1. Press the APC button repeatedly to selec_ tile picture appearance setup option as shown be_ow.

Cso, -q

, You can a_so adjust APC in the PICTURE menu.

* _, OptLrtlum_ and Son settings are preset for optimum picture quality at the factory and cannot be changed.

- You can adjust picture contrast, brightness color, sharpness and tint to the _eve[s

you prefer.

1. Press the MENU b_on and then use A / V button to select the PICTURE menu.

2. Press the I_ button and then use A / V button to setect the desired picture option

(Co_ Brightness Color, _ttarpness _t)

3. Press the i_ button and then use _11/ I_ button to make appropriate adjustments.

4 Press the ENTER button to save.

- To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the Normal option.

- When a_usting color temperature options (red, green, or blue) manually ACC

aulomaticaJIy changes to User.

1. Press the MENU button and then use ,l=/'V' button to select the PIC_E menu.

2. Press the I_ b_ton and then use & _,'_' button to select _¢

3, Press the I_ button and then use A ,'T button to select either Ne_c_ (Defau_),

Cool (Preset) Warm (Preset) or User (Manual Adjustment).

4, Press the ENTER bl-¢_on to save.

- You can adjust red, green and btue to _y color temperature you prefer.

1. Press the MENU button and then use & ,,V button to select the PItCTURZ menu.

2. Press the I_ button and then use & / V button to select Color letup

3. Press the II_ button and then use ,t, ,_V button to select Red, Green or Blue.

4. Use the _11/l_-button to make appropriate adiustments.

, The adjustment range for Red,, Gree_, and l_',le is -20 _ +20.

5. Press the ENTER button to save.

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Operation

Menu 0 ptions

- DASP lets you enjoy the best sound wffhout any special adjustment because the TV has time appropnate

sound option based on the program content,

o When adjusting sound options (treble, bass, and balance) manually, DASP automatically changes to !]set.

1. Press the DASP button repeatedly to select the appropriate sound setup as shown below,

l-7

• You can Nso adjust D_P in the ,_UND menu,

• _, Music, Movie and 5pOrtS are preset for good sound quality at the factory and cannot be

changed.

AVL maintains an equal volume level even if you change channels

1. Press the MENU button and then use A/V button to select time 5OUND menu,

2 Press the I1_button and then use &/V button to setect A11,'_,

3. Press the i_ button and then use A IV button to set_ On or _.

4. Press the ENTER button to save,

You can adjust sound treble, bass _d balance to the levels you prefer.

1, Press the MENU button and then use ,&/V button to set_ the $OUN:ID menu.

2. Press the I_ button and then use A .tV button to select the desired sound option

(_, "l_eble Bass).

3. Press time I1_ button and then use _11fll,, button to make appropriate adjustments

4 Press the ENTER button to save

The TV can receive MTS stereo prog_ms and any SAP (S_ondary Audio Program) that accompanies time

stereo program _ the system to be transmitted one additional sound signaf as well as the origina_ one.

Mono : The p_imasy language is heard from left and right s_kers. Signal mode is mono.

Stereo : The primary language is heard from left and right speakers Signal mode is stereo

SAP : The secon_ry I_guage is heard from left _d right speakers

1. Press the MTS button repeatedly

• Select mono sound mode if the signaE is not dear or in poor signat reception areas.

• Stereo, SAP mode are avaiJaMe only if included on the broadcast signal,

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