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1. This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks COMPONENT IN CMPT COMPONENT OUT L R Pr Pb Y 2 i 12 O Connecting a Component with HDMI Best High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI technology is an uncompressed digital connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini plug cable Example Component with HDMI jack 1 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI IN 2 jack on the side of the TV or the HDMI DVI IN 1 jack or HDMI IN 3 jack on the back of the TV and to the HDMI output jack on the component 2 Turn on your TV then turn on the component 3 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to open the Input list Once open press the INPUT button repeatedly to select HDMI 2 or HDMI 1 or HDMI 3 Side and rear of this unit HDMI IN 2 HDMI OUT H HDMI CABLE HDMI DVI IN 1 HDMI IN 3 o R pim HDMI DVI Connection Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visual Interface DVI the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with components that have a DVI output jack Example Personal Computer PC 1 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI DVI IN 1 jack on the back of the TV 2 Attach an HDMI DVI adapter on the other end of the HDMI cable then connect it to the DVI output jack on the PC 3 Since you re using an HD
2. AUDIO VIDEO AV IN Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks such as a VCR or DVD player e L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO IN jack The left audio connectors are usually white For mono audio sources be sure to use the LAUDIO IN R AUDIO Provides right audio connection when using the VIDEO IN jack The right audio connector is usually red COMPONENT IN Lets you connect a component that has component video jacks such as a DVD player e CMPT Y Pb Pr Component Video Provides good picture quality because the video is separated into three signals Use three video grade or component video cables for the connection CMPT L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the CMPT VIDEO inputs The left audio connector is usually white For mono audio sources be sure to use the left AUDIO input CMPT R AUDIO Provides right AUDIO connection when using the CMPT VIDEO inputs The right audioconnector is usually red SPDIF DIGITAL AUDIO OUT coaxial Use a digital coaxial cable to connect your TV to a compatible audio receiver HDMI IN 3 Lets you connect a component such as a digital cable box with an HDMI output for the best picture quality HDMI DVI IN 1 High Definition Multimedia Interface Digital Visual Interface Provides an uncompressed digital connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini plug cable Since HDMI technology is based on Digital Visua
3. amp Select GZDBack 4 Press the OK button to confirm your selections 5 Press the MENU button to return to the previous screen or press the CLEAR button to close the menu Note Use the text at the bottom of the screen to assist you Descriptions of each menu are discussed in the order they appear Picture Menu The Picture Menu contains menus and controls to configure the way the picture appears The Picture Menu options apply to the video for the main TV and VIDEO Picture INPUT selections To access the Picture Menu press the MENU button on D ae 700 the remote to open the Main menu Press the up or down ED orc setings arrow A F to select Picture then press the OK button or ton Advanced Secs gt the right arrow p to display options Parental Controt Reset Picture Settings r S Language Picture Settings use Exit Picture Preset Displays a list that lets you select one of the preset picture settings Natural Vibrant Cinematic Sports ECO or Personal Choose the setting that is best for your viewing environment Brightness Use the left or right arrows lt p gt to adjust the brightness of the picture This function is able to be adjusted only when Light Sensor and Dynamic CEWBack Adjust Select GEDExit Expert Settings mpe as Backlight in the Advanced Settings are both turned off Black Level Picture p5 Sharpness Use the left or right arrows lt gt to adj
4. Congratulations The Initial Setup is complete Please press OK to exit the Initial Setup Menu CLEAR Chapter 2 Understanding the Basics Turning the TV On and Off 1 Plug the power cord from the TV into an AC power outlet 2 Press W to turn on the TV 3 Press to turn off the TV When you turn the TV off it automatically goes into Standby Mode Note When your TV is in Standby Mode it is still receiving some power To completely disconnect the power unplug the power cord Selecting the Video Input Source 1 Turn on the TV then press INPUT on the remote control AV No Label The INPUT list appears CMPT No Label PC No Label HDMI1 No Label 2 To select an input source press the INPUT button repeatedly or use the up and down arrows A V to HDMIZ No Label highlight the video source and press OK to select HDMI3 No Label Selecting a Channel 1 Select the desired channel by using the CH or the numeric keypad The CH can select only memorized channels Select non memorized channels using the numeric keypad 2 To use the numeric keypad Analog TV Channels When selecting an analog channel such as channel 12 press the 1 then the 2 then press OK DTV When selecting digital channels such as 12 3 be sure to press the dot in the appropriate place So for 12 3 you would press 1 then 2 then dot then 3 Press OK to select 3 Press GO BACK to return to the previously viewed channe
5. MENU Tel a OKP AN Ta E a Bs RTT E CLEAR TEA Reset All This option resets all settings except parental control settings to the factory defaults When you select this option a confirmation box opens Note If some channels are blocked you must enter the V chip password then you can follow the operation below 1 Press the left or right arrows lt p gt to select OK or Cancel 2 Press the OK button to confirm Parental Controls and V Chip The choices in the US V Chip and Canada V Chip menus involve software inside your TV referred to as V Chip which allows you to block TV programs and movies TV programs can be blocked by age based ratings such as TV MA See page 30 If available TV programs can also be blocked by content such as adult language L See page 30 Movies can only be blocked by age based ratings See page 31 Once you block programs you can unblock them by entering a password By default the software inside your TV is turned off or unlocked For instructions to lock V Chip see page 29 V Chip US and Canada V Chip reads the program s age based rating TV MA TV 14 etc and content themes Violence V Adult Language L etc If you have blocked the rating and or content themes that the program contains you receive a message that the channel is currently blocked Change the channel or press OK to enter your password and temporarily deactivate the parental controls Broadcasters are not required
6. TIME SOtup sa seceiieeeeede sie ieeseceeedcneececes 27 Reset Alloro cdiecgoneeed enii iana 28 Parental Controls and V Chip 28 Create Change V Chip Password 28 Reset V Chip Password 06 28 Channel BIOCK eeeceeeeteeesneeeeneeees 29 Button BIOCK ee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 29 V Chip Rating Enable ee 29 V Chip Rating Screen ccecce 30 US V Chip TV Ratings eee 30 Blocking Specific Content Themes 30 US V Chip Movie Rating Limit 31 Blocking Canada V Chip Ratings 31 Open V CHiP ooo eee eeeeeeeneeeeesteeeeeeeees 32 Blocking Unrated Exempt Programs 32 Reset Downloadable Data 32 Input Block iissa 32 Language Menu eeeesscereeereen 32 USB Ment retirei inaani 33 USB Connection s e 33 Chapter 5 Other Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQs 34 Troubleshooting 35 Care and Cleaning 37 V Chip Rating Explanations 38 US V Chip Rating System 38 Canadian English V Chip Rating System 38 Canadian French V Chip Rating System 39 Television Specifications eee 39 Limited Warranty eecceeeeeeeereeeeeeees 40 4 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges Connect all components before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch Turn off the TV before you co
7. 2 Connect the yellow video cable to the AV VIDEO jack on the back of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player 3 Connect the red and white audio cables to the AV right and left audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player 4 Turn on your TV then turn on the DVD player 5 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to open the Input list Once open press the INPUT button repeatedly to select AV This is an example of a connection using the composite video jack VIDEO AUDIOIVIDEO Aupio E go N O VI Kf INAV ae 2 IDEO LOR D Connecting a Component with Component Video Better Component video connection offers better picture quality for video devices connected to the unit To connect a component that has Y Pb Pr jacks such as a DVD player follow these steps Example DVD Player 1 Connect your cable and or off air antenna as described on page 10 2 Connect three video cables or special Y Pb Pr cables to the COMPONENT IN CMPT Y Pb Pr jacks on the back of the TV and to the Y Pb Pr outputs on the DVD player 3 Connect your red and white audio cables to the COMPONENT IN CMPT R and L AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player 4 Turn on your TV then turn on the DVD player 5 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to open the Input list Once open press the INPUT button repeatedly to select CMPT
8. CLEAR T dig Channel Edit xX Channel number Picture Sound Parental Control Language USB Exit MENU F Tol ml 0 9 K Mi OK BSI CLEAR os 01g Input Skip You can hide video inputs in the Channel List This option allows you to remove the inputs from the Channel List so Input Skip you do not encounter them when channeling up or down E H Once you have hidden inputs the TV will skip these inputs i PC NoLabel O when you press the CH or CH button Pn ee dua a To hide video inputs EED e E F Parental Control 1 In the Setup Menu screen press the up or down arrow Language A F to highlight Input Skip ee 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to open the Input Lists screen 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight the video input you want to hide 4 Press the OK button to check the highlighted input You can add an input by highlighting it and un checking it 5 Repeat the process to hide additional video inputs 6 Press the MENU button to return to the previous menu or press the CLEAR button to close the menu MENU F To am OKET E S EE E CLEAR tg Input Labels You can add a label to a video input source to make it Input Labels easier to identify 1 In the Setup Menu press the up or down arrow a to ae gain highlight Input Labels Sound HDMI 2 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to open the Input EEIE Labels screen Language 3 Press the up or down arrow A V
9. Green Blue Red Cyan Yellow Magenta or Black Digital CC Opacity Set the appearance of the digital closed caption text Solid Translucent Transparent or Flashing 26 Language USB Window Color Exit Window Opacity COED D Back Adjust Select GEBExit Note These captioning style options only have an effect on true digital closed captions Not all captioning on digital channels is digital captioning it depends on what the broadcaster is sending If the closed captioning for a program is not digital the Digital CC style settings will not have an effect Digital CC Background Color Set the appearance of the area behind the digital closed caption text White Green Blue Red Cyan Yellow Magenta or Black Digital CC Background Opacity Set the appearance of the area behind the digital closed caption text Solid Translucent Transparent or Flashing Window Color Choose the color of the window White Green Blue Red Cyan Yellow Magenta or Black Window Opacity Set the appearance of the window Solid Transparent or Translucent Time Setup Time Zone You can select the current local time Options are Eastern Atlantic Newfoundland Hawaii Alaska Pacific Mountain and Central To choose a time zone 1 In the Time Setup Menu press the up or down arrow a 2 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to proceed to the next v to highlight Time Zone scr
10. Press the OK button or the right arrow to begin the channel scan for available channels to be stored in the TV s memory Note If you do not want to scan for channels at this time press CLEAR to stop the scanning process 3 The screen will change to show the progress of the scanning process 4 When the scanning is finished the Complete screen appears to inform you that the unit has completed the Initial Setup 5 Press CLEAR to exit the Wizard and begin watching TV Skip Scan If you elect to skip the Auto Scanning process by choosing Skip Scan or by pressing the CLEAR button you will need to follow this process the next time you decide to complete this procedure 1 Select the TV as input using the INPUT key 2 Go through the menu options to select the Signal Type which will display the option of scanning the channels again 3 If you are using a satellite or cable set top box you do not have to complete the Channel Search Note See the Setup Menu to Scan channels automatically again page 23 Add desired channels not memorized by the Channel Scan page 24 Reset the time zone page 27 See the Language Menu to Change to another language page 32 16 Please select your tuner mode Antenna e Cable Please connect antenna or cable Scan Start Channel Scan now Skip Scan If you skip this step the Channel Scan can be performed by going to the Setup menu later a
11. Type Dolby Digital Parental Control Auto Volume Control Current Audio Language Press the left or right arrow Language i i C i Unknown 5 1CH lt p gt to choose from the list of languages available for the ee urrent Audio Language Bilut program you re watching The language chosen becomes your preferred language for all digital channels until you turn the TV off If the language chosen is not being broadcasted with a program the TV plays the default language for the program usually English in the US CEWBack Adjust lt gt Select GEDExit only available for digital channels Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to configure the TV with your preferences Press MENU on the remote to open the Main sional Type Menu Press the up and down arrows A V to select arti SH Setup then press the OK button or the right arrow to Input Skip display the following options CED Chaad Canion Language Time Setup Signal Type ee eai CHDBack Adjust Select GEBExit Choose the type of signal Cable Antenna you have connected to the ANTENNA CABLE IN Channel Scan Signal Type When you perform a Channel Scan your TV searches for ee Pict ts channels with signals and stores the channel information eee Channel Fat 3 a Input Skip in the Channel List Then as you watch TV and press CH eE Input Labels 7 arental Control i or CH your TV goes to the next or previous channel in Language Timo senn the
12. V Chip password you can change it later If you have forgotten your personal password follow these steps 28 Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu 2 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Picture menu 3 Press the OK button or right arrow p to enter the next screen 4 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Expert Settings 5 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to continue to the next screen 6 Contrast is highlighted Enter 2458 using the numeric keypad 7 Return to the Parental Control menu to select Create Password and set a new password Channel Block To block a specific channel follow these steps 1 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Channel Block in the Parental Control submenu 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p to display the Channel List screen 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to select the channel you wish to block 4 Press the OK button to place a checkmark in the box to block that channel When you tune to that channel you will need to enter a password to view the channel programming Button Block This option allows you to block disable or unblock enable the TV s side panel buttons The remote control still tunes to any channel If you are using this to keep children from changing channels be sure to remove access to any remote that is capable of operating the TV while you have the side panel blocked To block the TV s
13. are bars on the screen press the FORMAT button to try a different format that may eliminate the bars Some bars can t be removed because of the way the format is sent by the broadcaster Press FORMAT repeatedly to cycle through the available display formats Examples of the different formats appear below Each format is available for analog video but it might not be available for digital video O O Note For HD Video press FORMAT to choose from Full Expand Normal and O O Zoom For HDMI and Full CMPT inputs there is also a No Overscan format Cinerama Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the INFO button on the remote control This display is called the Channel Banner The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen 4 No program details No program title English Stereo Not Rated cc 720p HD 12 35 PM 4 7 1 Program Guide The term No program 5 Audio Language details is displayed when no program 6 Effective Scanning Lines Displays guide is available Scanning mode 720p and digital TV 2 Program Title format HD Current Time Signal Type Channel Name if available 0 Channel Number 3 Rating Information This displays the rating of the current program 4 Closed Captioning This tells whether or not Closed Captioning is available for the current program 2 OOO 18 Chapter 3 Using the Remote C
14. down arrow A to select the desired rating 8 Press the OK button repeatedly to toggle between View and Block Blocking Canada V Chip Ratings If you receive Canadian programs you can block Canadian English and French V Chip by ratings only When you block a particular rating you automatically block the higher rated programs as well To block Canadian English and French program ratings follow these steps 1 Press the up or down arrow A V to select V Chip in the Parental Control submenu 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p to enter the next screen 3 Press the up or down arrow a to select Canada V Chip 4 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to proceed to the next screen 5 Press the up or down arrow A V to select Canadian English Ratings or Canadian French Ratings 31 Content Themes Sexually Explicit Dialogue Adult Language Sexual Situations Violence Fantasy Violence Rating Category G General audience PG Parental guidance suggested PG 13 Unsuitable for children under 13 R Restricted under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian NC 17 No one under 17 admitted x Mature audience only Canadian English Ratings Picture Sound Setup Parental Control Language USB Allowed Rating Blocked Rating Exit MENU ETa am oE E Bvt lea CLEAR S01 6 Press the left or right arrow lt p to pr
15. down on the attached to the back of the TV Use a TV bag see Figure 1 Be sure that the screwdriver to remove the three M4 TV is face down to avoid scratching the st screws securing it to the TV screen Attach the table stand to the bottom of the TV cabinet To do this use a screwdriver to tighten the three M4 st screws Mounting Your TV to the Wall If you are mounting your TV to the wall first remove the table stand attached to the back of the TV See Step 2 above To mount your TV to the wall purchase a VESA wall mount Models L24HDF11TA L26HDF11TA L32HDF11TA Purchase a VESA 200 x 100 M4 screw The VESA number is the horizontal and vertical measurement of the mounting holes For example 200x100 refers to the fact that the mounting measurements are 200mm horizontally and 100mm vertically Notes Follow the directions included with the wall mount to mount the TV to the wall Caution Your wall mount must be able to bear a minimum of five times the TV s net weight to avoid causing damage Explanation of Jacks and Buttons on TV This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV DVD There are several ways to connect components Rear Panel ANTENNAICABLE IN ANTENNA CABLE IN Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna cable or cable box AUDIO R L OUT Use an RCA audio cable to connect your TV to a compatible audio receiver not availble in USB mode
16. puts the TV into a very low power standby mode but will not completely turn the power off In order to completely shut the power off you will need to disconnect the power cord from the outlet Therefore you should ensure that the TV is installed in a manner that allows you to disconnect the power cord when desired Product Registration Please register your TCL purchase on line at www tclusa com It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary Registration is not required for warranty coverage Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them These numbers are located on the product Model No Serial No Purchase Date Dealer Address Phone Important Safety Instructions Aarons D 10 11 12 13 14 Read and follow all instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not negate 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 safe
17. right arrow lt p gt to select 4 Press the OK button to reset the downloadable rating data if present Input Block Input Block 1 Press MENU on the remote control the Main Menu fa appears No Label 2 Select Parental Control If parental controls have Picture No Label previously been locked you must enter your password Sound fe total 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Input Setup No Label Block No Label 4 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to display the Input ca Source List screen 5 Press the up or down arrow A V to place a Z cine checkmark in the box to block the input When you tune to that input you will need to enter a password to view the channel 6 Press the OK button to confirm your selection A locked unlocked icon appears next to the selected input Language Menu op ee ad To select the preferred language for all menus follow the steps below You can choose between English Espanol or E Fran ais Francais Setup 1 Press MENU on the remote control the Main Menu appears USB 2 Use the up or down arrow A V to select Language gii MENU ETa E e CIT lt 7 Select GEBExit 32 a G Press the OK button or right arrow to display the Language Screen Press the up or down arrow A V to select the preferred language for the menu Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to select On or Off Press the MENU or CLEAR key to exit the menu USB Menu The USB fe
18. side panel buttons follow these steps 1 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Button Block in the Parental Control submenu 2 Choose the On option 3 To enable these buttons again return to this menu and choose the Off option V Chip Rating Enable You must remember to set Rating Enable to On mode to have the following V Chip rating limits to take effect 29 oS Sound Setup Parental Control Language USB Exit Picture Sound Setup Parental Control Language USB Exit Picture Sound Setup Language USB Exit Parental Control Language USB Exit Expert Settings Contrast 35 Black Level Color Tint Color Temperature CHW Back Adjust Select EDExit Channel Block Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog om0m000 00000 MENU 2 ol aug OEST v EAC CLEAR SC Parental Control Channel Block gt V Chip gt Input Block gt Change Password gt CEWBack Adjust lt gt Select GEBExit Rating Enable on gt US V Chip Canada V Chip gt Open V Chip gt Unrated Exempt Ratings Reset Downloadable Data gt CHEWBack GAdjust lt gt gt Select ZDExit V Chip Rating Screen The following graphic details where items are located within the TV Ratings option with the US V Chip menu Rating Status Field Lets you select whether the status of the age based rating to the left is view or block Content Themes L
19. to highlight the input un Source you wish to label DBack Adjust lt gt Select GEDExit 4 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to select the label for this source 5 Press the MENU button to return to the previous menu or press the CLEAR button to close the menu 25 Closed Caption Many programs are encoded with closed captioning information which allows you to display the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen Note Closed caption settings are not available for HDMI CMPT or PC INPUTS These settings must be set in the connected component s menu Closed captioning is not available on all channels at all times Only specific programs are encoded with closed captioning information When a program is closed captioned CC is displayed in the Channel Banner See page 18 for more information about the Channel Banner The Closed Caption options are CC Setting This option allows you to choose the way closed captioning information appears on the screen Off No captioning information displayed Picture Sound Closed Caption Analog CC Type Digital CC Type Off Digital CC Preset On On Always Choose this option if you want captioning eee information to be shown whenever available Parental Control Language On When Muted This option allows the closed a captioning to display when available whenever the TV s sound is muted The captioning information is not displayed when the sound i
20. Channel List and skips the channels that do not have a Reset All signals CEDBack QGEnter e lt Select GEDExit If the TV signal source changes for example if you change from an outdoor antenna to cable TV you will Channel Scan need to rescan for channels Signal Type cable To automatically scan for channels statist Scanning 1 After choosing a signal type press the up or down arrow Sea pate pune Progress a v to highlight Channel Scan CEE Analog Channels Found GEMME arental Control 2 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to start the scan You lanned Digital Channels Found ry can see the search progress and how many channels USB Exit are found in the on screen menu Note If you wish to stop the search press the CLEAR button 3 After the scan is complete press the MENU button to return to the previous menu or press the CLEAR button to close the menu 23 Channel Skip You can hide channels in the Channel List Then when you press the CH or CH button the TV will skip the hidden channels You can still tune to these hidden channels by pressing the number of the channel on the numeric keypad To hide specific channels 1 In the Setup Menu press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Channel Skip 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to open the Channel List screen 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight the channel you wish to skip then press the OK button to check the high
21. LCD TV Important Information CAUTION This symbol indicates that this product incorporates A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 indicates dangerous voltage This symbol indicates important A inside the product that presents a risk of A instructions accompanying the product and user accessible parts When servicing use only double insulation between hazardous main voltage identical replacement parts electric shock or personal injury WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of fire 2 electric shock do not The TV is unstable if it is not properly attached to expose this product to rain or moisture This product the base or mounted to the wall Please follow the should not be exposed to dripping or splashing No base or wall mounting instructions provided in the objects filled with liquids such as vases should be User s Guide to ensure your safety placed on the component WARNING The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like This symbol indicates that this product contains mercury Special disposal of this product for environmental reasons may be required under the laws applicable to your jurisdiction For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Indus
22. MI DVI adapter you need to connect a separate audio cable to the DVI AUDIO IN jack on the back of the TV and the audio ouput jack on the PC 4 Turn on your TV then turn on the PC 5 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to open the Input list Once open press the INPUT button repeatedly to select HDMI 1 Rear of this unit To HDMI DVI IN 1 only HDMI DVI UN conversion cable DVI PC AUDIO IN Don t forget If necessary connect antenna or cable to get a picture Go to page 10 for instructions 13 PC Connection To connect a personal computer and use your TV as a monitor follow these steps 1 Connect one end of a 15 pin monitor cable VGA cable to the PC IN VGA jack on the TV and the other end to the PC s video output jack 2 Connect an audio cable to the PC AUDIO IN jack on the back of the TV and the other end to the audio output jack on the PC 3 Turn on your TV then turn on the PC 4 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to open the Input list Once open press the INPUT button repeatedly to select PC To PC VIDEO Rear of this unit INGA DVI PC AUDIO IN Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord on the back of the TV into an outlet inserting the plug completely Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch Put Batteries in the Remote Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote control by pu
23. Saecdasieeeh 14 Put Batteries in the Remote 14 Turn On the TV 0 cccececesceeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeees 14 Using the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Set pi eini nae 14 Complete the Initial Setup 15 Set the Menu Language 15 Set the TV Location Mode 15 Set the Time Zone cceeeseeeeeees 15 Auto Channel Scan 16 SKIP SaN geting anea 16 Chapter 2 Understanding the Basics Turning the TV On and Of 05 17 Selecting the Video Input Source 17 Selecting a Channel ssesseeeseeseeeen 17 Adjusting Muting the Volume 17 Screen Formats ccccccsecceceeeeeeeteees 18 Channel Bannet cecceceeteeeteees 18 Chapter 3 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons 0 0 ee 19 Chapter 4 Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System ssc 20 Picture Menu eeeceeeeseeeeereeeesneeeeeneeees 20 Picture Settings 20 Expert SettingS 0 ceeeeeseeteeeeeee 20 Advanced Settings ceeeeeeeeeee 21 PC SettingSiz cccietdn eines 21 Reset Picture Settings 0 0 21 Sound MENU seieren 22 Setup Menu ee eeeeeceeteeeeeeeeeeenteeeeeeees 23 Signal TYPO ssszceeescegctespeebsdedizeccdedasede eee 23 Channel Scan eenen 23 Channel Skip 24 Channel Edit s iisiisiininriiisenn 24 INPUT SKip rs airsan aaneren aas 25 Input Labels cccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 25 Closed Caption seses 26
24. To select another language use the down arrow button w until that language is selected then press OK or the right arrow button p to proceed to the next screen Set the TV Location Mode After choosing the language a menu screen asks you to set the TV Location IN ikesitteh Home g Choosing Home for the TV Location assigns This mode is Energy Star compliant Retail the optimal picture settings for most home environments Choosing Retail which is not Energy Star compliant sets the unit up with predefined settings for retail displays In this setting the power consumption may exceed the requirements of the Energy Star qualification Use the up or down arrow A V to select the desired location setting Home Retail then press the OK button or right arrow to continue to the next screen Set the Time Zone Please select your time zone Hawaii Alaska Use the up or down arrows A V to select the current Pacific ae Mountain local time zone Press the OK button or right arrow p to continue to the next screen Central Atlantic Newfoudland OK gt CLEAR 15 Auto Channel Scan 1 On the Tuner screen select either Antenna or Cable Press the OK button or right arrow p to continue to the next screen Note If you are using a satellite or cable set top box you do not have to complete the Channel Search 2 The Channel Scan screen is now displayed The default choice is to scan
25. V Chip Rating System 18 ans Adult Programming is for adults only This program contains sustained violence or extremely violent scenes 16 ans Viewer 16 and over Programming is not suitable for those under age 16 This program contains frequent scenes of violence or intensely violent scenes 13 ans Viewer 13 and over Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 This program either contains several violent scenes or one or more scenes that are violent enough to affect them Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore strongly recommended for children under the age of 13 8 ans Viewer 8 and over Not recommended for young children This program is suitable for most audiences but it contains mild or occasional violence that could upset young children Viewing in the company of an adult is therefore recommended for young children under the age of 8 who do not distinguish between reality and imagination G General Audience This program is suitable for audiences of all ages It contains no violence or any violence that it does contain is either minimal or is presented in a humorous manner as a caricature or in an unrealistic way Television Specifications Broadcasting system US System NTSC M ATSC standard 8VSB QAM Receiving Channels VHF2 13 UHF 14 69 CATV 14 36 A W 37 59 AA WW 60 85 AAA ZZZ 86 94 86 94 95 99 A 5 A 1 100 135 100 135 01 4A Tuner type Frequency synthesi
26. age Special incidental or consequential damages 40 Product Registration Please register your TCL purchase on line at www tclusa com It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary Registration is not required for warranty coverage Limitation of Warranty THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY TTE TECHNOLOGY INC ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE OR MODIFY THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER TTE TECHNOLOGY INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY AND WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How State Law relates to this warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you a
27. ature on your TV allows you to play audio files format supported MP3 or display pictures format supported JPEG To utilize this feature follow these steps 1 2 3 Picture Press MENU on the remote control the Main Menu appears y Use the up or down arrow a to select USB ee Press the OK button or the right arrow p to proceed to the Pido Sharpness USB Screen Or you can press the MEDIA button on the Sound Aon ood Seuings remote control to display the USB screen directly parent Contro Reset Picture Settings Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to select the file or folder on PAMS your USB device connected to your TV Exit Press the OK button to confirm or playback Or you can press lenter a gt select GlDBack the MENU button to use the menu option Media Type Photo lIf you have photos on your USB device connected to your TV this menu allows you to view the photos individually by pressing the left or right arrow lt gt to highlight the picture then press OK for playback For slideshow options press MENU again to go to the Playback Options menu Music If you have mp3 audio files on your USB device connected to your TV this menu allows you to play files individually by pressing the lt p gt to highlight the song then press OK for playback For slideshow options press MENU again to go to the Playback Options menu Thumbnail Size You can select to display the files or folders on your USB devi
28. ccur during commercial breaks and also amplifies softer sounds in program material eliminating the need for constant volume adjustment Analog TV Sound This option controls the manner in which the sound comes through your speakers Options available vary according to the input selected e Mono available for regular TV viewing only This option plays the sound in mono only Use this setting when receiving broadcasts with weak stereo signals e Stereo This option splits the incoming stereo audio signal into left and right channels Most TV programs and recorded materials have stereo audio The word Stereo appears in the Channel Banner when you tune to a program that is broadcast in stereo Second Audio Program SAP This option plays the program s audio in a second language if available The letters SAP appear in the Channel Banner when you tune to a program that is broadcast with SAP information SAP audio is broadcast in mono only SAP is also used to broadcast a program s audio with descriptions of the video for the visually impaired 22 Default Audio Language Choose the language you prefer for dialog on digital channels If the preferred language is not broadcasted with the program then the TV Equalizer plays the default audio for the program usually English in Balance Picture Surround the US There are 3 available default languages English P sound eer French Spanish Setup SPDIF
29. ce in Small Middle or Large size USB Connection You can connect a device with USB to your TV or use a USB flash drive This connection allows you to insert a USB flash drive directly or connect a compatible mass storage device with USB such as a digital camera a multi format card reader or an MP3 player If you have a USB drive plug it into the drive directly If you have a device with a USB port connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port and the other end to the USB jack on the side of the TV To access and adjust the options of the USB device refer to USB Menu Side of this unit S z di Al eI i a ea U A_I 5 33 Chapter 5 Other Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQs What s the quickest way to view High Definition HD video Connect an off air antenna to the ANTENNA CABLE Input to view free local digital channels You may need to purchase an antenna See page 10 for more information Visit www antennaweb org for assistance in deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you By entering your location this mapping program tells you which local analog and digital stations are available using a certain antenna Are there other ways to view High Definition HD video Besides using an off air antenna as mentioned above you can also use a set top box to receive digital video Contact y
30. correct mode press the TV VCR button on your VCR The sound is fine but the picture is poor quality If you re getting a black and white picture from a component you ve connected to your TV you might have your video cables connected to the wrong jacks A yellow video cable connects to the yellow VIDEO INPUT jack on the side or back of your TV three video cables or bundled component video cables red blue and green connect to the corresponding COMPONENT INPUT jacks on the back of your TV e Check the antenna connections Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks Try adjusting the sharpness function to improve weak signals Go to page 23 for more instructions There is no sound but the picture is fine e The sound might be muted Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound e If using DVI or Y PB PR remember to also connect the device s left and right audio output jacks to the TV s L and R AUDIO INPUT jacks The sound settings may not be set correctly Go to page 22 for more information e If your audio source has only one jack or is a mono audio source make sure you have plugged the connection into the LAUDIO INPUT jack on the TV The screen is blank e Check your connections If you used yellow red and white cables to connect make sure they re connected to the red white and yellow AUDIO VIDEO INPUT jacks on the side or back of the TV e If you re trying to watch something tha
31. e adjustments When making adjustments the Equalizer option automatically changes to Personal Press the left or right arrow lt gt to select the desired frequency 100Hz 300Hz 1KHz 3KHz 10KHz you wish to adjust Use the up and down arrows A V to adjust the level When you have finished adjusting the levels press the MENU button to exit Balance Use the left or right arrows lt gt to adjust the amount of audio sent to the left and right speakers Surround Option On Off When turned on this option enables a mode which simulates a surround sound effect Speaker Option On Off When you select the Off option the sound speaker on the TV will be turned off SPDIF Type Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to select SPDIF Type This option controls the type of audio stream sent to the Digital Audio Output jack Available options are Dolby Digital PCM or Off Picture Setup Parental Control Language USB Exit Picture Setup Parental Control Language USB Exit Balance Surround Speaker SPDIF Type Dolby Digital Auto Volume Control Analog TV Sound CEWBack QGEnter lt gt Select GEDExit Equalizer Balance Surround Speaker SPDIF Type Dolby Digital Auto Volume Control Analog TV Sound CEDBack Q Adjust lt gt Select GEDExit only available for analog channels Auto Volume Control Option On Off This option reduces the annoying blasts in volume that often o
32. e presentation only 5 and handling fee and the appropriate sales tax will be charged upon ordering Have your Visa or MasterCard ready Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand Your TV comes without the table stand attached so that you can choose to mount your TV either to its table stand or to a wall wall mount sold separately If you want to mount your TV to the wall don t attach the table stand Follow the Mounting Your TV to the Wall instructions on page 7 Fixed Table Stand Assembly for Model L32HDF11TA Step 1 Remove the TV bag and place it ona large flat surface such as a table or countertop Remove the TV from the carton and place it face down on the TV bag see Figure 1 Be sure that the TV is face down to avoid scratching the screen Step 2 Remove the table stand which is attached to the back of the TV Use a screwdriver to remove the screw securing it to the TV CAUTION Attach the table stand to the bottor of the TV cabinet To do this use a screwdriver to tighten the M8 screw and four M4 screws Please make sure that the TV FRONT sticker points toward the front of the TV Fixed Table Stand Assembly for Model L26HDF11TA L24HDF11TA Step 1 Remove the TV bag and place it ona large flat surface such as a table or Step 2 countertop Remove the TV from the Remove the table stand which is carton and place it face
33. easures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product TTE TTE Technology Inc 5541 West 74th Street Indianapolis IN 46268 2010 TTE Technology Inc TCL and associated marks are trademarks of TCL S A used under license to TTE Corporation Printed in China Part No 72 MTO5AT E001A
34. een 3 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to select the time zone for your area 4 Press the MENU button to go back to the previous screen or press the CLEAR button to close the menu Time To set the time 1 In the Time Setup Menu press the up or down arrow a 2 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to proceed to the next Y to highlight Time screen 3 Options on this screen include a Sleep Timer Press the left or right arrow lt p to set the TV to turn off after a given amount of time Auto Synchronization Press the left or right arrow lt gt to choose On to acquire the time automatically from digital channels Date Use the numeric keypad to set the date Time If you want to set the time manually use the numeric keypad to set the hour and minutes Press OK to select AM or PM Power On Timer Select On or Off Power On Time Allows you to set the time you want the TV to turn itself on Power Off Timer Select On or Off Power Off Time Allows you to set the time you want the TV to turn itself off 27 Picture Sound Parental Control Language USB Exit xX Picture Sound Parental Control Language USB Exit Time Setup Time Zone Time Sleep Timer CHWBack QGEnter Select ZDExit Auto Synchronization of Date 2009 10 22 02 16PM Time Power On Timer On Power On Time Power Off Timer Power Off Time
35. es 32 and smaller will either be repaired at an Authorized TCL Service Center or directly exchanged for a new or refurbished remanufactured unit At the sole discretion of TTE television screen sizes 33 through 55 will either be repaired at an Authorized TCL Service Center or repaired in home If repaired at an Authorized TCL Service Center TTE is not responsible for transportation costs to the Authorized TCL Service Center However TTE will pay for return shipping TTE will provide instructions for packaging and shipping the unit Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice from an Authorized Dealer which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to install adjust and operate your unit Any additional information should be obtained from your Authorized Dealer Installation and related adjustments Damage resulting from non approved installation methods Signal reception problems not caused by your unit Damage from misuse or neglect Batteries A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes including but not limited to rental purposes A unit purchased or serviced outside the USA A unit sold as is or with all faults Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning dam
36. es the first channel search take a long time If you have both analog and digital channels the TV is looking for all available channels in the Channel List If you do have digital channels the TV is also searching for scrambled channels non scrambled channels and each sub channel of that digital channel 34 S wv Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list TV Problems The TV won t turn on e Make sure the TV is plugged in e Check the wall receptacle or extension cord to make sure it is live by plugging in another device e The side panel controls may be locked disabled Use the remote control to unlock the side panel controls Select the Button Block feature on the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box There is no picture and no sound but the TV is on e You may be tuned to an input with no component connected to it If you re trying to view a connected component press INPUT until the picture from that component appears The Signal Type option may be set incorrectly Go to page 23 for detailed instructions e The channel may be blank Try changing channels e If you re watching your VCR and it s connected with coaxial cable to the ANTENNA CABLE jack tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 whichever channel is selected on the 3 4 switch on the back of your VCR Also make sure the TV VCR button on the VCR is in the
37. ess scanning for channels in your area 10 Choose Your Connections There are several ways to connect components such as DVD players and set top boxes to your TV Please use the following chart to determine which connections are best for you Proceed to the appropriate pages to connect your components Note No cables are supplied with this unit Please purchase the necessary cables A high speed HDMI cable is recommended for better compatibility Jacks Used Cable Needed AUDIONVIDEO IN AV woco Video page 12 Audio Land R Audio Video OO E aupio page 12 YPbPr AudioLandR Component Video Audio HDMI DVI page 13 HDMUDVIIN 1 DVUPC AUDIO IN Audio c HDMI HDMI DVI Adapter Audio kre Audio VGA PC IN HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Signal Compatability Antenna Cable 480i 480p 720p 1080i NTSC ATSC and QAM formats Composite Video Component Video 480i 480p 720p 60Hz 1080i 60Hz 1080p 60Hz 480i 480p 720p 60Hz 1080i 60Hz 1080p 60Hz VGA SVGA XGA 11 Connecting a Component with Composite Video Good To connect a component with a video output jack such as a DVD player follow these steps Example DVD Player 1 Connect your cable and or off air antenna as described on page 10
38. from the screen and return to normal viewing 13 OK When the TV is in the Menu system press the OK button to confirm your selection 5 14 GO BACK Pressing the GO BACK button Note This TV utilizes remote control signal A codes which may not be compatible with your returns you to the previously viewed channel existing universal remote e g satellite box 15 CH or CH Press the CH buttons to select remotes cable box remotes generic universal channels and external input mode remotes etc 16 INFO If no menus are currently active press the INFO button to display the Channel Banner 17 These buttons can be used for playing music and photos in the USB menu ONOW Remote Control RC198A 19 Chapter 4 Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the most from your TV To access the menu system follow these steps 1 Press the MENU button to open the main menu Picture 2 Use the up and down arrows A V to highlight an Cs cane option and press the OK button or the right arrow p gt to Picture Rael enter its sub menu Sound PESEE seulace 3 Press the up and down arrows A F to highlight an parent ee prol Reset Picture Settings item then press the left or right arrows lt gt Language to adjust the selected items or press the left or right Bt arrows lt p gt to enter the next screen Genter
39. ists the content themes you can Rating Field blockor view Lets you select from a list of age based ratings you Picture can block or view Souny Setup wee Of oO Content Status Fields v4 Of ao Lets you select which content ee ce a themes to view for the selected i A rating and whether the status of Eat Allowed Rating i Blocked Rating the content theme is currently CHMBack Set Select GEBExit unlocked or locked US V Chip TV Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age based rating level Choose Parental Control from the Main Menu If parental controls have previously been locked you must enter your password U 8 TV Ratings 2 Press the up or down arrow A V to select V Chip i 3 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the next f ae screen Sell owe 4 Press the up or down arrow a to select US V Chip Setup TV PG 5 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the next TV14 screen E Tma 6 U S TV Ratings is highlighted Press the left or right Exit Allowed Rating E Blocked Rating arrow lt p gt CEWBack GiSet Select EDExit 7 Use the up or down arrow A V to select the desired rating 8 Press the OK button repeatedly to toggle between View and Block 9 Use the MENU button repeatedly to return to the Main Menu Blocking Specific Content Themes From the US V Chip Menu you can set sub ratings to block specific programs based on their conte
40. l What is a Sub channel A sub channel is a channel such as 12 3 By using high compression technology digital broadcasting enables multiple signals to be sent simultaneously Therefore you can select more than one program per main channel since digital broadcasting technology can distinguish between multiple channels on a single network Adjusting Muting the Volume 1 Use the VOL to adjust the volume The volume bar will be displayed at the bottom part of your TV screen when you are adjusting the volume The volume bar disappears a few seconds after you have completed the adjustment 2 Press MUTE to turn the sound on and off The MUTE mark is displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds 3 When you press MUTE again the volume reverts to its previous level Or you can press the VOL to cancel the mute function 17 Screen Formats Screen format refers to the way the picture is displayed on your TV Press the FORMAT button on your remote to see if a different format is available for the video you are viewing The format changes as you press the FORMAT button and the format type is displayed at the top left of the screen Analog video is sent in a 4 3 format which your TV displays in a 16 9 format Most digital video is sent in a 16 9 format which fills your screen but it sometimes is sent in 4 3 which does not fill your screen It depends on how the station or component connected to your TV is formatting the video If there
41. l Interface DVI the jack on the back of your TV is also compatible with DVI components PC IN VGA Connect your computer or other component with a VGA output to this jack using a 15 pin D sub cable DVI PC AUDIO IN used for DVI PC only Provides audio connection when using HDMI DVI INPUT 1 jack for DVI or when using PC IN Note f using a DVI component remember to connect the audio cable because the DVI cable carries only the picture signal not the sound Side Input Jacks HEADPHONES Allow you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV USB Allows you to connect a compatible mass storage device using a USB jack HDMI IN 2 Lets you connect a component such as a digital cable box with an HDMI output for the best picture quality Side Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote you can use the side panel buttons on your TV to operate many TV features CH Press CH to select channels stored in the channel list or to move up 4 or down through the menu items VOL Press VOL to increase or decrease the volume or to move right or left lt lt through the menu items Side Panel Buttons MENU Press the MENU button to bring up the TV s Main menu POWER W Press the POWER button to turn the TV on and off Side Input Jacks Obtain the Signal The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal The back panel of your TV allows you t
42. lem is fixed If the problem remains then please visit www tclusa com for updated FAQs or contact TCL Customer Support at the support number provided in your Warranty under How To Get Service Care and Cleaning Caution Turn OFF your TV before cleaning You can clean the TV as required using a soft lint free cloth Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation IMPORTANT Never use strong cleaning agents such as ammonia based cleaners or abrasive powder These types of cleaners will damage the TV The TV s screen may be cleaned with a soft lint free cloth as well Take care not to scratch or mar the screen If necessary you may use a cloth dampened with warm water While cleaning do not spray liquid directly on the screen or allow liquid to run down the screen and inside the TV Also never place drinks or vases with water on top of the TV This could increase the risk of fire shock hazard or damage to the TV 37 V Chip Rating Explanations US V Chip Rating System TV MA 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 TV 14 Parents Strongly Cautioned Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 Parents are strongly urged to exe
43. lighted channel You can add the channel back into the Channel List by highlighting it and un checking it 4 Repeat the process to hide additional channels 5 Press the MENU button to return to the previous menu or press the CLEAR button to close the menu Channel Edit The Channel Edit function allows you to add or change a channel label only for analog channels You cannot change the name on digital channels To edit an analog channel name 1 In the Setup Menu press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Channel Edit 2 Press the left or right arrow lt gt to open the Channel List screen 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight the channel you wish to label or edit 4 Press the OK button to enter the Channel Edit screen 5 The Channel name will be highlighted Use the numeric keypad to enter the name for the channel 6 Press the OK button to confirm and save the new label 7 Press the MENU button to return to the previous menu or press the CLEAR button to close the menu 24 Channel Skip Analog Analog Analog Picture Analog Sound Analog Analog Parental Control Analog Language USB 20 Analog Exit 21 Analog m ml m m o m LI oop MENU ETA Sm OKET E S EET E CLEAR ot Channel Edit 12 Analog 13 Analog 14 Analog Picture 15 Analog Sound 16 Analog 17 Analog Parental Control 8 Analog Language Go Anio USB 20 Analog Exit 21 Analog MENU EY SR OKEST E sR STC E
44. lso may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your unit outside the United States or seek warranty coverage outside the United States This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser 41 3 ENERGY STAR is a set of power saving guidelines issued by the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories FCC Information 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 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This 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 installation If this equipment does cause harmful 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 m
45. may be weak dead or installed incorrectly Put new batteries in the remote The Universal Remote control doesn t work This TV utilizes new remote control signals and may not be compatible with your existing universal remote e g satellite box remotes cable box remotes and generic universal remotes etc Over time newer universal remotes will become available that should pick up the new TV codes You are experiencing problems with V Chip Parental Controls If the rating limits don t work you must lock the settings Go to the Main Menu press MENU on your remote select Parental Control Select V Chip and then press the left or right arrow lt p gt to proceed to the next screen Rating Enable is highlighted Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to select On to have the rating limits take effect The V Chip won t let me watch a program even though it s not rated as violent Maybe the movie was given an NR Not Rated status After you block movie ratings you must set NR to View Separately in order to view movies with an NR rating What else can I do If you ve been through the Troubleshooting section and nothing has fixed your problem try rebooting your TV Note that after a reboot you may need to run your TV through the setup process again To do a reboot unplug the power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Keep your TV unplugged for about 5 minutes Then plug in the TV and turn it on See if the prob
46. nnect or disconnect any cables Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded Refer to the Important Safety Instructions Safety Information Protect components from overheating Don t block ventilation holes on any of the components Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely Don t stack components If you place the component in a stand make sure you allow adequate ventilation If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won t harm other components Avoid Audio Interference Position cables properly insert each cable firmly into the designated jack If you place components above the TV route all cables down one side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle If your antenna uses 300 ohm twin lead cables do not coil the cables Keep twin lead cables away from audio video cables Avoid Direct Light Don t place the TV where sunlight or room lighting is directed toward the screen Use soft or indirect lighting Check Supplied Parts Check that the following parts were packed with your product A LeD TV Replacing your remote If you need to replace for model L32HDF11TA 4 ST SCREWS your remote visit www tclusa com A shipping USER S GUIDE QUICK START GUIDE eS REMOTE CONTROL 5 EATERIES CABLE MANAGEMENT PART RC198A SIRAR Graphics contained within this publication ar
47. nt To block program content Press the up or down arrow A V to select V Chip in the Parental Control submenu Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the next screen Press the up or down arrow a w to select US V Chip Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the next screen U S TV Ratings is highlighted Press the left or right arrow lt p gt Use the up down left and right arrows A w lt p gt to select the desired rating Press the OK button repeatedly to toggle between View and Block To view content themes after you ve locked them follow the same steps as above to unlock NEO Ore GO Nes 30 Hierarchy of Age Based Ratings All Children Directed to Children 7 Years and Older General Audience Parents Guidance Suggested Parents Strongly Cautioned Mature Audience Only US V Chip Movie Rating Limit Set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level To access the Movie Rating Limit Menu follow these steps 1 Press the up or down arrow A V to select V Chip in the Parental Control submenu 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the next screen 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to select US V Chip 4 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the next screen 5 Press the up or down arrow a to select U S Movie Ratings 6 Press the left or right arrow lt p 7 Press the up or
48. o receive analog and or digital channels by using the ANTENNA CABLE INPUT Before you connect your TV you have to determine whether you will be using an antenna or a cable service to obtain the signal What You Need Antenna Rabbit Ears Or Outdoor Antenna with Coaxial Cable Plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV You are ready to receive off air local digital and analog channels Cable Service Plug the coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV You are ready to receive your cable channels Set Top Box If you have a set top box you may need to call your cable company or satellite service provider They may recommend special cables to allow you to view digital channels What You Need to Know e Visit www antennaweb org for help in deciding what type of antenna to use in order to receive the local digital channels available to you Enter your location and the program will list local analog and digital stations available using your antenna When you watch TV the Channel Banner displays the type of channel currently viewed LELEI Outdoor or indoor Antenna INPUT tata Or RF Coaxial Wire Cable Box 75 ohm Wall Outlet Connect the RF coaxial cable on your home outlet to the ANTENNA CABLE INPUT jack of this unit Once all connections are complete turn on the unit and begin the initial setup proc
49. oceed 7 Press the up or down arrow A V to select the desired rating 8 Press the OK button to toggle between View and Block Open V Chibp allows you to select the downloadable rating level In the event that a new rating system is provided by the broadcaster the new rating options would appear within this menu Blocking Unrated Exempt Programs The Unrated Exempt Ratings option lets you decide if programs that the V Chip recognizes as unrated or exempt can be viewed Unrated TV programs may include news sports political religious local and weather programs emergency bulletins public announcements and programs without ratings The Exempt option applies to both US and Canadian unrated programs and Canadian programs rated E 1 Press the up or down arrow A V to select V Chip in the Parental Control submenu 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to proceed to the next screen 3 Press the up or down arrow A V to highlight Unrated Exempt Ratings 4 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to toggle between View and Block View All unrated programs are available Block All unrated programs are not available Reset Downloadable Data 1 Press the up or down arrow A V to select V Chip in the Parental Control submenu 2 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to proceed to the next screen 3 Select this option to reset the downloadable V Chip data When you select this option a confirmation box opens Press the left or
50. ontrol Remote Control Buttons 1 MEDIA Press the MEDIA button to enter the USB menu directly 2 Alphanumeric Buttons Using these buttons enter channel numbers To enter a channel press the number buttons and press OK or let the entry timeout To enter a digital channel with a sub channel enter the main channel then press the dot the sub channel and then the OK button 3 MENU Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu 4 Arrows 4 w lt p Use the four arrows to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls MUTE Press to turn the volume on and off FORMAT Press to select the FORMAT desired VOL Increases or decreases the TV volume FAV Press the FAV button to browse the channels in your favorite list Use the up and down arrows A V to highlight options then press OK to select Or press the FAV button repeatedly to cycle through your favorite channels 9 GUIDE Press the GUIDE button to display the program guide Program guide details are only available on digital channels 10 POWER 5 Press the POWER button to turn the TV on and off 11 INPUT Press the INPUT button to open the Input list then press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the video input or press the up and down arrows A V to highlight options and press OK to select the desired option 12 CLEAR Press the CLEAR button to remove any menu or display
51. ot designed specifically for children it is understood younger viewers may be part of the audience Violence Guidelines Will contain very little violence either physical or verbal or emotional Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts Other Content Guidelines There may be some inoffensive slang no profanity and no nudity 38 aa C8 Children 8 and older Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own Violence Guidelines Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred acceptable or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent discreet of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts Other Content Guidelines There will be no profanity nudity or sexual content C Children Programming intended for children under age 8 Violence Guidelines Careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children s sense of security and well being There will be no realistic scenes of violence Depictions of aggressive behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary comedic or unrealistic in nature Other Content Guidelines There will be no offensive language nudity or sexual content Canadian French
52. our cable company or satellite provider to purchase digital programming and have them connect the box to ensure you are viewing channels the best way How do tell an analog channel from a digital channel Press the INFO button to display the Channel Banner Look at the bottom right corner of the screen The dot is displayed for a digital channel If there is no dot it is an analog channel Why are there bars on my screen and can I get rid of them Most digital video is sent in a 16 9 format which fills your screen but is sometimes sent in 4 3 which does not fill your screen It depends on how the station or device connected to your TV is formatting the video If there are bars on the screen press the FORMAT button to try a different format that may eliminate the bars Some bars can t be removed because of the way the format is sent by the broadcaster The format changes as you press the FORMAT button and the format type is displayed at the top left of the screen For more information on screen formats go to page 18 Why does channel search find a lot of channels but when try to tune to them there s nothing there Some channels enabled by the cable company don t carry programming such as video ondemand When channels are unavailable your TV screen is blank or appears like snow You probably want to remove these channels from your Channel List Remove these in the Channel Skip Menu Go to page 24 for more information Why do
53. rcise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended This program contains one or more of the following content themes intensely suggestive dialogue D strong coarse language L intense sexual situations S or intense violence V TV PG Parental Guidance Suggested Contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children The program contains one or more of the following content themes some suggestive dialogue D infrequent coarse language L some sexual situations S or moderate violence V TV G Parental Audience Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages It contains little or no sexual dialogue D or situations S no strong language L and little or no violence V TV Y7 Directed to Children 7 years and older Designed for children ages 7 and above It may be more appropriate for children who have acquired the developmental skills needed to distinguish between make believe and reality Themes and elements in this program may include mild fantasy violence FV or comedic violence or may frighten children under the age of 7 TV Y All Children Themes and elements in this program are designed for a young audience including children ages 2 6 It is not expected to frighten younger children Canadian English V Chip Rating System 18 Adult Programming in
54. s not muted CEDBack OAdjust lt gt gt Select GEDExit Analog CC Type This option lets you select the captioning mode used for displaying caption information when available If you are unsure of the differences among the modes you may prefer to leave the closed captioned mode set to CC1 which displays complete text of the program in the primary language in your area Digital CC Type If available this allows you to select a closed caption service mode 1 6 for digital channels Digital CC Preset If available this allows you to select between Off and On options On mode allows you to set the options below Digital CC Style Caption Style custom Picture Digital CC Style This option lets you customize the Sound following display options if available Digital CC Color Digital CC Opacity Parental Control Digital CC Background Color Black Pee Eyre Solid Caption Style Select either As Broadcast or Custom options If you choose Custom options the setting changes according to the options you choose Digital CC Size Set the size of the digital closed caption text Small Middle or Large Digital CC Font Select a character design for the digital closed caption text A font is a complete assortment of letters numbers punctuation marks etc in a given design You can choose from a variety of fonts Style1 7 Digital CC Color Choose the color of the digital closed caption text White
55. shing the tab and lifting off the cover Insert 2 AAA batteries making sure the polarities and are aligned correctly Replace the cover Turn on the TV Turn on your TV by pressing the button on the side of the TV or the button on the remote control Using the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup You will need to use the remote control to complete the setup of your TV The remote control allows you to navigate through and select items that appear in the on screen menus The process works the same on all menu screens highlight your choice and select it To highlight an item in the menu list press the up or down arrow A V to move up or down Use the left or right arrows lt p gt to view other selections for the highlighted menu choice or to display a sub menu Note Highlighted items stand out from other menu items on the list appear darker brighter or a different color 14 _ Ss Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV s features to work properly The first time you turn on your TV the Initial Setup Wizard opens which guides you through the setup process including Language TV Location Time Zone Tuner and Channel Scan Set the Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your Pi a 3 preferred language for the menu system If English is DAAT A EZE your preferred language press the OK button on the Fran ais remote control
56. t s playing on a component connected to the TV like a DVD press INPUT until you get to the correct video input channel e Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on e Try another channel 35 The buttons on the side panel don t work The side panel controls may be locked disabled Use the remote control to unlock the side panel controls by selecting the Button Block feature in the Parental Control Menu and press OK to uncheck the box Unplug the TV for 10 minutes and then plug it back in Turn the TV on and try again The TV turns off unexpectedly The electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge Wait 30 seconds and then turn the TV on again If this happens frequently the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low Unplug Wait 10 minutes Plug in again You can t select a certain channel The channel may be blocked or not approved in the Parental Control Menu If using a VCR check to make sure the TV VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode press the TV VCR button on your VCR Press the TV button and then try to change channels The stereo reception is noisy e It may be a weak station Use the Sound Menu and Analog TV Sound to choose mono A black box appears on the screen Closed captioning might be on Check Closed Caption in the Setup menu Go to page 26 for more instructions You are having problems with the HDMI Connection Make sure
57. tended for adults 18 and older It may contain elements of violence language and sexual content which could make it unsuitable for viewers under 18 Violence Guidelines May contain violence integral to the development of the plot character or theme intended for adult audiences Other Content Guidelines May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and or sex 14 Viewer 14 and over Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre teens and early teens Violence Guidelines May contain intense scenes of violence Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion Other Content Guidelines May contain scenes of nudity and or sexual activity There could be frequent use of profanity PG Parental Guidance Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children under the age of 8 Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children aged 8 13 Violence Guidelines Depictions of conflict and or aggression will be limited and moderate may include physical fantasy or supernatural violence Other Content Guidelines May contain infrequent mild profanity or mildly suggestive language Could also contain brief scenes of nudity G General Audience Programming considered acceptable for all ages groups While n
58. the HDMI or DVI component is turned on and the cables are firmly connected If problems still occur turn off your component and reconnect it Reset the power by unplugging the power cord and plugging it back in If you are tuned to the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 or HMDI 3 INPUT and you re receiving Unusable Signal message onscreen press the INFO button on the remote If Acquiring Channel appears in the Channel Banner the HDMI or DVI device isn t responding Contact the manufacturer of the HDMI or DVI device for further assistance If you tune to the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 INPUT and you see snow the video goes in and out or the video takes a long time to appear your HDMI or DVI component is having trouble sending video information to the TV Reconnect your device Reset the power by unplugging the power cord and plugging it back in If problems persist try connecting the Y Pb Pr jacks if they are available or contact the manufacturer of the HDMI or DVI component for further assistance If you have black bars on each side of your picture the component you connected might have a switch or a menu option allowing you to change the picture quality output that will fix this Choose either 720p or 1080i 36 2 The remote control doesn t work Something might be between the remote and the remote light sensor on the front of the TV Make sure there is a clear path The remote may not be aimed directly at the TV The batteries in the remote
59. tions Press the left or right arrow lt gt to choose between these options Low for a softer smoother picture that retains picture sharpness and detail Middle for a slightly softer picture than the Low Picture setting D ee m High for an even softer smoother picture than E Expert Settings ouni KEULI ettings the other settings the picture detail is somewhat ae Parental Control eee Senge decreased Pap USB PC Settings This option allows you to adjust the PC Ex settings when in PC mode MENU P oa PSU CM ts STAC ter Mt CLEAR og Only in PC mode Reset Picture Settings This function allows you to reset all the picture settings to the factory default settings 21 Sound Menu The Sound Menu lets you adjust audio output To access the Sound Menu press MENU on the remote and then use the up and down arrows A V to highlight Sound from the Main Menu Press the OK button or right arrow key p gt to select The following options will be displayed Equalizer The five band equalizer allows you to adjust the audio frequency settings You can select one of the five preset options or create a custom preset e Equalizer Allows you to choose a specific sound preset Press the left and right arrows lt p gt to cycle through the options Standard Movie Voice Music and Personal Frequency Range Displays the different graphic equalizer names set for each sound preset option Choose a band and mak
60. to provide content themes so programs received with no content themes are blocked only if you block their age based rating You can also block programs that have been given an Exempt rating and programs that are considered unrated See page 38 for the US and Canada ratings explanations Create Change V Chip Password The first time you enter the Parental Control menu you Parental contel must set a password in order to adjust other parental control fan Ea aak settings To enter a V Chip Password follow these steps ST v 1 Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu Sound 2 Press the up or down arrow a to highlight Parental Control Language 3 Press the OK button or right arrow p to enter the next Ek screen Create Password is highlighted CED Back QOEnter Select GEDEXit 4 Press the left or right arrow lt p gt to enter the Create Password screen 5 Use the numeric keypad to enter the four digit number for your password Naw PEsanord 6 Re enter the same code to confirm the password The Confirm Password commer next time you wish to access the Parental Control menu you must enter the correct password first Create Password Note After you set a password and return to the Parental Control menu Create Password changes to Change ci Password you can change your password throught this menu a menu ETa a o o EST gm CLEAR ot Reset V Chip Password After you have initially set your personal
61. tries Alliance www eiae org Refer to the identification rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage FCC regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Cable TV Installer This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground should be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Important This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a firm flat surface Don t place the TV on soft carpeting or similar surface because the ventilation slots on the bottom of the unit will be blocked resulting in reduced lifetime from overheating To assure adequate ventilation for this product maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and side of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces Also make sure the stand or base you use is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over pushed off or pulled off This could cause personal injury and or damage to the TV Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on the next page The Power button followed by the power symbol on this TV and your remote control
62. ty If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs receptacles and the point where it exits from the component Do not use this component near water Only use the attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Clean only with dry cloth Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the component When the TV is placed on a cart use caution when moving the cart to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this component during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Service is required when the component is damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug damage liquid spilled on or objects falling onto the component rain or moisture exposure abnormal operation or if the component has been dropped If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of gro
63. unding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See following example ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PARTH Table of Contents Important Information 0 eee 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup eeeeeeseeeeeees 5 Protect Against Power Surges 5 Safety Information 0 0 eee 5 Avoid Audio Interference 0 5 Avoid Direct Light eee 5 Check Supplied Parts eee 5 Attaching Your TV to the Table Stand 6 Mounting Your TV to the Wall 7 Explanation of Jacks and Buttons on TV 8 Rear Panel cccccceceeeeesesenteeeeees 8 Side Input Jacks 9 Side Panel Buttons eee 9 Obtain the Signal 10 What You Need cecceeceeeeeeeeeee 10 What You Need to Know 005 10 Choose Your Connections 0 0 11 Composite Video Connection 12 Component Video Connection 12 HDMI Connection cceeeeeee 13 HDMI DVI Connection 13 PC Connection ccceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeee 14 Plugin the TV 3ecccee reteicnectok
64. ust Sound ay the crispness of the edges in the picture Pi og cer Mana E Expert Settings ores Contrast Use the left or right arrows lt gt to adjust wo the difference between the light and dark areas of the EED Back Adhist lt gt lt Select ATOE picture Black Level Use the left or right arrow lt p gt to adjust the black level Color Use the left or right arrows lt p gt to adjust the richness of the color 20 S sv Tint This option adjusts the balance between the red and green levels Color Temperature Use the left or right arrow lt p gt to adjust the color temperature from cool to warm Advanced Settings Light Sensor When activated this feature monitors the ambient light conditions in the room and adjusts the TV s backlight for optimum viewing It also serves as an energy saving feature by lowering the backlight power level when appropriate typically in darker conditions Advanced Settings Dynamic Backlight This option automatically adjusts the brightness of the backlight according to the content of the incoming signal Dynamic Backlight optimizes the picture quality and decreases power consumption Parental Control Language 5 USB Noise Reduction This setting reduces picture static Exit or any type of interference This feature is especially Sia Bark GAdjurt lt gt Select CEDEME useful for providing a clearer picture in weak analog signal condi
65. zed 39 TTE Technology Inc TTE Limited Warranty All LCD Models EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER AND AS DESCRIBED BELOW TTE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL ACTUAL AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT USED FOR INSTITUTIONAL OR OTHER COMMERCIAL PURPOSES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RENTAL PURPOSES What your warranty covers Defects in materials or workmanship to the original owner of this TCL product when purchased from an Authorized Dealer of TCL brand products and packaged with this warranty statement New LCD Televisions For how long after your purchase e Two 2 years from date of purchase for parts e Two 2 years from date of purchase for labor What we will do e At TTE s discretion pay an Authorized TCL Service Center for both labor charges and parts to repair your television or replace your television with a new or refurbished remanufactured unit See How to get service How to get service e Call 1 877 300 8837 Please have your unit s date of purchase place of purchase and model serial number ready The model serial number information can be found on the back of your unit A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone If it is determined that your unit requires service the service location will be at the sole discretion of TTE based upon the TTE Limited Warranty statement At the sole discretion of TTE television screen siz

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