Introduction 1~10
WARNING & CAUTION 1
Important Safety Instructions 2
Packing List 7
Front Panel Overview 8
Rear Panel Overview 9
Remote Control Overview 10
Getting Started 11~15
Using the Remote Control 11
Connecting the Power Adapter 12
Connecting Antenna/Cable 13
Basic Operations 14
Sleep Mode 15
Advanced Settings 16~30
About the Setup Menu 16
Setup Menu Overview 17
Channel Settings 19
Picture Settings 21
V-Chip Settings 23
TV Guide & MPAA Ratings 25
Closed Caption Settings 26
Sound Settings 27
Other Settings 28
Power Saving Mode 30
Advanced Connections 31~33
DVD Player/VCR Connections 31
Audio Connections 32
External Device Connections 33
Help 34~38
Troubleshooting 34
Care & Maintenance 35
Customer Support 36
Technical Specifications 38
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WARNING & CAUTION
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This
Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION - These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel
only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
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Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for
your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in severe injury or death.
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
equipment.
Please read the following safety instructions as they are designed to prevent damage to property
and harm to the user.
After reading this, please keep the manual handy.
Warning
Use only AC 100-240V
This TV is for domestic use only.
Use proper receptacle with AC 100-240V.
Improper voltage may cause electric shock
or fire.
Unplug from the wall
If the TV has been dropped or the cabinet
cracked, turn off the power and unplug
immediately.
Failure to do so may cause an electric shock
or fire. Contact the retail store or nearest
service center.
Do NOT use wet cloth or hands
Do NOT pull the plug out by the wire or touch the plug with wet hands.
Unplug from the wall
If your TV does not operate normally (in
p a r t i c u l a r, any unusual sounds or smells) it -
unplug it immediately and contact the retail
store or nearest service center.
Prohibited
Do NOT excessively bend the plug and wire nor
place heavy objects upon them, which may
cause damage.
Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.
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Warning
Unplug from the wall
If water or any foreign object is inserted into
T V, turn off power and unplug to prevent
electric shock, fire or injury. Contact the retail
store or nearest service center.
Prohibited
Do NOT try to modify the wire or the signal
cable.
If the power cord has been damaged,
replace it to prevent electric shock, fire or
injury.
Prohibited
Do NOT set a glass of water, chemicals or any
small metal objects on the TV.
This may cause damage, electric shock or fire.
Prohibited
Place the TV on a flat and stable surface.
The TV may cause injury if allowed to fall.
Prohibited
Disconnect power plug and antenna cable from
external connections during storms or lightning, or
if the TV is not in use for a long period of time.
This may cause electric shock or a fire.
Clean plug with a dry cloth
If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty
or dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth to prevent
electric shock or fire.
Do NOT open cover
Do NOT remove cover (or back). No user
serviceable parts inside.
This may cause electric shock or fire. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do NOT use in bathroom
Do NOT operate TV in place with high humidity
such as a bathroom.
This may cause electric shock or a fire.
Prohibited
Never insert anything metallic into the TV
openings.
This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.
Keep the TV away from children.
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Do NOT pull or plug in the wire with wet hands.
This may cause an electric shock.
Do NOT use or store electric stove near the
TV.
This may cause electric shock or fire.
Do NOT unplug by pulling the wire or signal
cable.
This may cause a breakdown, electric shock
or fire due to damage to the cable.
Do NOT connect too many extension cords or
plugs to an outlet.
This may cause electric shock or fire.
Prohibited
Prohibited
Prohibited
Do not cover the vents on the TV cabinet.
Poor ventilation may cause a malfunction or
fire due to the increased temperature inside the
TV.
Make sure the TV plugged in properly. If the TV is plugged in
improperly, it may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do NOT place any heavy object on the TV.
This may cause damage to the TV.
Warning: Keep away from children.
Prohibited Prohibited
Make sure TV is plugged properly.
Prohibited
For antenna installation, refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Excercise extreme caution near power lines.
Strong winds may knock down an outdoor
antenna. Make sure it is securely fastened.
Place TV in a location with low humidity and a
minimum of dust. Do NOT place TV near a
humidifier or cooking stove.
This may cause electric shock or fire.
Install any antenna securely
to prevent wind damage
Prohibited
Caution
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Do NOT plug the TV into a loose receptacle or
power outlet.
This may cause heat and/or fire. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel to repair or
replace the outlet.
Disconnect the plug from the outlet when you
relocate the TV.
Failure to do so may cause an electric shock
or fire.
Prohibited
Prohibited
Disconnect the plug from the outlet when you
are cleaning the room or will be away for a long
period of time.
This may cause fire.
Use caution when adjusting the position/angle
of the TV or stand to prevent injury. Setting the
stand up at a narrow angle may cause the TV
to fall and cause injury.
Unplug the wire
Prohibited
Do not place the TV face down.
This may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not cause any impact on panel surface.
This may cause damage to the TV.
Prohibited
Prohibited
Do NOT use old and new batteries together.
This may cause damage or fire due to
leakage of chemicals from battery inside.
Make sure to insert batteries in the proper
direction (+/-) to prevent damage or fire.
Prohibited
Insert with proper
polarity
Caution
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Make sure the following items are included with your TV Set.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Power Cord
Power Adapter
Antenna Cable
Remote Control
AAA Batteries (2)
User's Guide
T1530 LCD TV
Packing List
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MENU button : Press to display and exit the Setup menu.
~ CH
/
buttons : Press to select channels when watching TV.
Also use to move up and down in the Setup menu.
~ Audio buttons : Press to adjust the volume level.
Also use to move left and right in the Setup menu.
TV/Video button : Press repeatedly to select the desired input (TV, Video, or S-Video).
Power button : Press to turn the TV on and off.
Power LED : Displays the current Power Status (Green = On, Red = Standby, None = Off ) .
Remote Signal Sensor : Point the remote control here to operate the TV.
Speaker
Front Panel Overview
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Power/DC12V
S-Video Input
Video Input
Audio Input (Left)
Audio Input (Right)
Antenna Input
Headphone Output
Rear Panel Overview
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Remote Control Overview
POWER
Turns TV on and off.
MUTE
Mutes audio.
0-9, 100+
Selects channels.
CATV
Selects Cable TV or
Antenna input.
MENU
Displays Setup menu
DISPLAY
Displays current channel
information
S-VIDEO
Selects S-Video input
LAST CH.
Displays last viewed channel
VIDEO
Selects Video input.
CH
Selects channels.
VOL
Adjusts volume level.
SLEEP
Adjusts Sleep timer
TV
Selects Antenna input.
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Point remote control at signal sensor on front panel of TV.
Do not throw or drop remote control. Do not place on a wet surface or store in a humid
location.
To prevent damage, do not place remote control in direct sunlight.
The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor is exposed to a strong light
or direct sunlight. Use the remote control close to the TV, change the angle of the TV, or
block the light source.
If the remote control does not work, try changing the batteries.
Using the Remote Control
Inserting Batteries
Open cover Insert batteries Close cover
Using batteries improperly may cause damage to the remote control.
Make sure batteries are oriented in the proper direction ( ).
Do not mix different kinds of batteries together.
Do not use old and new batteries together, as it may shorten battery life or cause leaking
from the old battery.
Remove the batteries if they are dead or if you will not be using the remote for a long
period of time. If the batteries leak clean the surface.
Caution
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Connecting the Power Adapter
Connect the supplied power adapter as shown.
- Unplug the TV when you will not be using it for a long period of time.
- Always turn off the TV before unplugging the adapter.
Caution
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Connecting Antenna/Cable
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Basic Operations
Turn on TV.
Press POWER on the front panel to turn the TV on and off.
- The green Power LED will light when the TV is on.
- You can now use the POWER button on the remote control to switch between on and
Standby modes. The red Power LED will light in Standby mode.
- Pressing POWER on the front panel effectively disconnects the TV from the power
adapter.
Select Channels
- Use the 0-9 or CH buttons to select the channel you want to watch.
- To select CATV channels, first press the CATV button to switch to CATV mode. Then
select the desired channel as described above.
- In CATV mode, channel numbers are preceded by the letter C on the on-screen
display. Press CATV again to return to Antenna mode.
Adjust Volume
- Use the VOL buttons to adjust the volume.
- Press MUTE to temporarily mute the audio.
Watch VCR or DVD player
Press the TV/VIDEO button repeatedly to select any external devices connected to the
TV's Video & S-Video inputs.
- You can also press TV, Video, or S-Video to directly select any external input.
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About the Sleep Timer
You can use the Sleep Timer feature to set the TV to turn off automatically after 30, 60,
90, or 120 minutes.
Setting the Sleep Timer
1. Press SLEEP once to view the current Sleep Timer setting.
If this is the first time you have used the Sleep Timer, then SLEEP 0 appears.
2. Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the Sleep Timer duration in 30 minute increments up to
120 minutes.
3. The Sleep Timer is now enabled and the TV will turn off when the specified time has
elapsed.
- Five minutes before the TV shuts off, you will see a countdown on screen to warn
you the TV is about to go into Sleep mode.
Editing the Sleep Timer Setting
1. When the Sleep Timer is enabled, you can check the time remaining by pressing the
SLEEP button.
- If the Sleep Timer is not activated, SLEEP 0 will appear.
2. Press SLEEP repeatedly to edit the Sleep Timer duration in 30 minute increments up to
120 minutes.
Canceling the Sleep Timer
1. To cancel the Sleep Ti m e r, press SLEEP repeatedly until you see the display SLEEP 0 .
- Note: Pressing POWER on the front panel of the TV also cancels the Sleep Timer.
Auto Power Off
The TV also has an Auto Power Off feature that causes the TV to automatically shut down
when no broadcast signal is detected for five or more minutes.
The Sleep Timer has no effect on the Auto Power Off feature.
Sleep Mode
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The Setup menu allows you to adjust channel, video, audio, V-Chip, and other advanced
settings. Press MENU on the remote control or front panel to display the TV Setup menu.
1. MENU : Displays and exits Setup Menu. Also use to return to previous menus.
2. CH : Moves up and down through menu options.
3. VOL : Moves right and left through menu options. Use VOL to confirm menu
selections.
About the Setup Menu
Setup Menu Navigation
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Setup Menu Overview
Icon Menu
tv setup
video adjust
v-chip block
closed
caption
autoset
edit channels
auto fine tune
fine tune
source
Searches for channels automatically.
Allows manual setup of channels.
Turns auto fine tune on/off.
Allows manual fine tuning.
Select input signal (Antenna/Cable STD/Cable HRC/Cable IRC)
brightness
contrast
color
tint
sharpness
color temp
Adjusts brightness with VOL buttons.
Adjusts contrast with VOL buttons.
Adjusts color depth with VOL buttons.
Adjusts hue with VOL buttons.
Adjusts sharpness with VOL buttons.
Adjusts RGB ratio with VOL buttons.
tv blocking
movie blocking
change password
See page 23.
cc mode
cc background
Sets the closed caption mode.
Sets background of closed captions.
audio
mute
volume
Mutes the sound temporarily.
Adjusts the volume level.
options
osd
osd h pos
osd v pos
osd timeout
video format
factory reset
Adjusts position of Setup Menu on the OSD.
Moves position of Setup Menu left/right.
Moves position of Setup Menu up/down.
Sets time before Setup menu disappears.
Selects video standard of external device.
Restores factory default settings.
Sub-menu Description
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Icon
Main Menu
v-chip block
tv-y
tv-y7
tv-g
tv-pg
tv-14
tv-ma
mpaa g
mpaa pg
mpaa pg-13
mpaa r
mpaa nc-17
mpaa x
mpaa nr
Change
Password
Changes your V-Chip password.
tv blocking
m o v i e
b l o c k i n g
change
password
Setup for blocking TV-Y rated TV programs.
Setup for blocking TV-Y7 rated TV programs.
Setup for blocking TV-G rated TV programs.
Setup for blocking TV-PG rated TV programs.
Setup for blocking TV-14 rated TV programs.
Setup for blocking TV-MA rated TV programs.
Setup for blocking MPAA-G rated movies.
Setup for blocking MPAA-PG rated movies.
Setup for blocking MPAA-PG-13 rated movies.
Setup for blocking MPAA-R rated movies.
Setup for blocking MPAA-NC-17 rated movies.
Setup for blocking MPAA-X rated movies.
Setup for blocking MPAA-NR rated movies.
Sub-Menu2Sub-Menu1 Description
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Auto Set
Searches for channels automatically.
1. Press MENU.
2. Highlight tv setup then press VOL .
3. Highlight autoset then press VOL .
4. The TV will automatically search for all available channels. This may take a few
minutes. When finished, the TV will tune to the lowest channel found.
Edit Channels
Allows you to manually set or skip channels.
1. Press MENU.
2. Highlight tv setup then press VOL .
3. Highlight edit channels then press VOL .
4. Use the CH buttons to select the channel(s) you wish to add or delete. Then use
the VOL buttons to choose saved or skipped .
5. When finished, press MENU repeatedly to save your settings and exit.
Auto fine tune
Turns the auto fine tune feature on or off.
1. Press MENU.
2. Highlight tv setup then press VOL .
3. Highlight auto fine tune .
4. Use the VOL buttons to turn auto fine tune on or off.
5. Press MENU repeatedly to save your settings and exit.
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