Samsung CT-21K9MJ User Manual
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1. 18 Viewing the Menus eee 18 Viewing the 1 18 Selecting a Menu language 1 2 eee 19 Memorizing the Channels cscs 20 Selecting the Video 5 20 Storing Channels in Memory Automatic Method 21 Adding and Erasing Channels Manual Method 22 Changing Channels ereire ireren 23 Using Channel Buttons 23 Directly Accessing Channels 23 Using the PRE CH Button to select the Previous Channel 23 Adjusting the Volume ey 2i ode IP p Pe end 23 Using otc eerte sites tee ide 23 Setting the Clock iu ipe genase ie 24 Customizing the Picture sa duas dede IRR UR e 25 Using Automatic Picture Settings sese sette ege id 26 Using Automatic Volume Settings 27 Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape 28 02890B E CONTENTS 9 30 03 7 12 6 CONTENTS Chapter 4 Special Features 29 Fine Tuning Channels secedere ete eee rear reed i t RE 29 Changing th Screen Size iocos berger p LEER 30 Usinpthe SUE aceieuwsesangdeqecug hes ena cure a ode waded On dh 3l Setting the Timer ie2. mode and will prevent a leakage accident or overheating caused by your TV left on for a long time due to the timer when you are away on holiday for example Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time from 10 to 180 minutes 4 After about 5 seconds the sleep 1 display will disappear from the Press the SLEEP button on the remote control screen and the time interval will be set 2 Press the SLEEP button repeatedly until the appropriate time interval appears any of the preset values from Off to 180 33 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14 34 E SPECIAL FEATURES 34 Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign language trans lations All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs so home record ed video tapes also provide closed captions Most pre recorded commercial video tapes pro vide closed captions as well Check for the closed caption symbol in your television schedule and on the 5 packaging 1 Press the MENU button to Function display the menu Time gt Press the CH W button Caption three times to select the Demons Ear ton gt Function menu H Press the VOL button Move tSelect 2 Pre
3. DISPLAY Note In the AV mode the software available in all of the NTSC PAL amp SECAM devices is displayed on the screen after automatically judging the TV system 28 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14 29 Chapter Four SPECIAL FEATURES Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optional reception Select the appropriate Channel channel ANT CATV 4 STD Auto Program TV AV 4 Press the MENU button to Fine Tune display the menu Press the W button twice to select Channel Move Select Exit menu then press the VOL button 2 Press the CH W button Channel three times to select Fine jg ANT caTv lt ANT 2 Auto Program tune then press the FUA pp VOL button Fine Tune Add Erase Move Select Press the VOL and VOL Channel buttons to adjust the fine Fine tune Select Erased tuning Move Adjust 4 Press the MENU button to 4 resume normal viewing To store the fine tuning setting in the TV s memo Fine tune i ry press the CH W button cos to select Select Press the VOL VOL Fl button to select Added 4 Select Channel To reset the fine tuning to 00 press the VOL or VOL button to select Erased 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14 30 E SPECIAL FEATURES Chang
4. Follow the manufacturers instructions when mounting the unit and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer VA TUN Move the TV receiver and its cart with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart to overturn Provide ventilation for the TV receiver The unit is designed with slots in the cabinet for ventilation to protect it from overheating Do not block these openings with any object and do not place the TV receiver on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Do not place it near a radiator or heat register If you place the TV receiver on a rack or bookcase ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you ve followed the manufacturers instructions for mounting Operate your TV receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company 02890B E PREFACE 9 30 03 7 11 PM 4 9 Use only a grounded polarized outlet For your safety this is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still does not fit contact your electrician to replace your outlet Protect the power cord Power supply cords should be routed so
5. VIDEO AUDIO IN IN Video Cable Refer to your VCRS instructions for more information about how to record using this kind of connection 16 02890 2 9 30 03 7 13 PM 17 INSTALLATION Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Slide the cover out com pletely 4 Make sure to match the and ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment 2 Install two AA size batteries 4 Remove the batteries and store them in a cool dry place if you won t be using the remote control for a long time 3 Replace the cover The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from the TV Assuming typical TV usage the Batteries last for about one year 17 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 PM 18 Chapter Three OPERATION 18 Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control You can also use the POWER button on the front panel Viewing the Menus and On Screen Displays Viewing the Menus 1 4 The on screen menus disappear from the screen after about thirty 1 Picture With the power on press seconds the MENU button Size Normal The main menu appears on the screen Its left side has four icons Picture Sound Channel and Move Select Function a You can also use the MENU 2 CHANNEL and VOLUME buttons Use the CHA and buttons to high
6. 32 E SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the On Off Timer 32 Press the MENU button to display the menu Press the CH W button three times to select Function menu then press the VOL button Move Select 2 Press the CH W button to select Time then press the VOL button 4H Function Language 4 English gt Time gt Caption Demonstration Ld Function Language 4 English gt Time Caption gt Demonstration gt Move Select IN Exit 3 Press the CH W button to select On time Press the VOL button to select the On time hours The hours digits will be highlighted Press the CH A or CH V button repeatedly to select the appropriate hours i e the hour when the TV will turn on 4 Press VOL to select the On time minutes The minutes digits will be highlighted Press CH A or CH V to E Function Time Clock 09 30am On time 06 00am Off Off time am Off Adjust Move Exit Function Time Clock 09 30am On time 06 30am Off Off time am Off select the appropriate Adjust Move M Exit minutes Before using the timer you must set the clock See Setting the Clock on page 24 a When you set the hours make sure the correct time of day AM or PM appears to the right of the hour 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14 33 E SPECIAL FEATURES 5 Press th
7. deer sad Press the MENU button then press the CH W but EE Se ec CMM LOEO ton twice to select Channel then press the VOL button 2 Press the CH W button to ANT CATV 4 select Auto program Auto Program TV AV 4 TV Fine Tune Add Erase Channel Move tSelect ID Exit 4 The TV automatically cycles 3 through all of the available channels Auto Program N Press the VOL button STD 11 and stores them in memory This The TV will begin takes about one to two minutes memorizing all of the 1 Press the MENU button at any time available channels to interrupt the memorization process and return to the Channel menu After all the available channels are stored the Auto program menu reap pears Press the MENU button twice to exit 4 DISPLAY 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 22 E OPERATION Adding and Erasing Channels Manual Method 22 1 Press the MENU button Press the CH W button twice to select Channel then press the VOL but ton 2 Press the CH A or CH V button to select Add Erase Press the VOL button 3 Press the VOL or num ber buttons to select the channel you want to added or erased Press the CH A or CH V button to select Select Press the VOL or VOL button to select Added or Erased Press the MENU button three times to exit 1 fi ANT CATV 4 5 Auto Progra
8. Samsung TV receiver represents the latest in television technology It has easy to use on screen menus and closed captioning capabilities making this TV one of the best products in its class This product will provide convenient dependable service and enjoyment for years to come Important Safety Information reduce the risk of fire electrical shock and other injuries keep these safety precautions in mind when installing using and maintaining your machine Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the TV receiver Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference Heed all warnings on the TV receiver and in the operating instructions Follow all operating instructions Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Never add any attachments and or equipment without approval of the manufacturer Such additions may cause risk of fire electric shock or other personal injury Do not use the TV receiver where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility such as near bath tubs sinks washing machines swimming pools etc Do not place the TV receiver on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The TV receiver may fall causing injury to people and or damage to the TV Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the TV receiver
9. TV Familiarizing Yourself with The TV Front Panel Buttons The buttons on the front panel control your TV basic features including the on screen menu To use the more advanced features you must use the remote control CT 21K2MJ MENU CT 21K9MJ VoL STAND BY Q MENU Press to see an on screen menu of your TV s fea tures Press to increase decrease volume Also used to select items on the on screen menu CH and CHA Press to change channels Also press to select various items on the on screen menu Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV 9 STAND BY Lights up when you turn the power off POWER Press to turn the TV on and off 02890B E CHAPTER 1 9 30 03 7 12 9 YouR NEw TV Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A V component that will be connected continuously such as a VCR or a DVD player For more information on connecting equipment see pages 11 17 75Q O O VIDEO AUDIO Q AUDIO VIDEO INPUT VHF UHF Audio Video signals from VCRs DVD players and Connect to an antenna or to a cable TV system similar devices AUDIO VIDEO MONITOR OUTPUTS These audio video signals are identical to A V signals being displayed on the big screen Typically us
10. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV receiver ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the TV receiver is in a safe operating condition 02890B E CONTENTS 9 30 03 7 12 5 CONTENTS Chapter 1 Your New TV 8 Familiarizing Yourself with The TV 2 2 0 ee esses 8 Front Panel eee 8 R ar Panel Jacks ERI EE RP 9 Remote 10 Chapter 2 Installation 11 Connecting and 11 Antennas with 300 ohm Flat Twin 11 Antennas with 75 ohm Round 12 Separate VHF and Antennas 12 Connecting Cable ics daa when eed ned e 12 Cable without a Cable Box 12 Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels 13 Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles some Channels so ces cisrs esiu dne 13 Connecunga VCR ia eke es ee Pct e dee PR ee aed 14 Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the 16 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 17 Chapter 3 Operation 18 Turning the TV On and ee 18 Viewing the Menus and On Screen Displays
11. parts inside Wipe your TV with a clean dry cloth Never use water cleaning fluids wax or chemicals Do not put heavy objects on top of the cabinet Temperature fyour is suddenly moved from cold to a warm place unplug the power cord and allow at least two hours for moisture that may have formed inside the unit to dry completely Using Your TV in Another Country If you plan to take your TV with you to a foreign country please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world A TV designed for one system may not work properly with another system due to differences in the TV channel frequencies Specifications Model CT 21K2MJ CT 21K9MJ Voltage AC 100 240 V Frequency of Operation 50 60Hz Power Consumption 90 W 95W 02890B E APPENDIX 9 30 03 7 14 38 MEMO 02890B E APPENDIX 9 30 03 7 14 Page 39 MEMO 39
12. 2 carries additional information that supplements the information in Field 1 For example Channel 1 may have subtitles in English while Channel 2 has subtitles in Spanish 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14 Page 35 9 SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing the Demonstration To become familiar with the various menus provided by your television you can view the in built demonstration Press the MENU button to display the menu Function Language 4 English gt Time Caption Press the CH W button Demonstration gt three times to select the Function menu Move tSelect Press the VOL 4 button 2 Press the CH W button three times to select Function Language 4 English Time Demonstration menu Caption gt then press the VOL but Demonstration 10 Select 3 Picture Each of the menu options ob tem T is displayed in turn Adjust gt cal Size Normal When you wish to stop the demonstration press button on the remote con trol Move tSelect 02890B E CHAPTER 5 9 30 03 7 14 36 Chapter Five TROUBLESHOOTING If the TV seems to have a problem first try this list of possible problems and solutions If none of these troubleshooting tips apply then call your nearest service center Identifying Problems Problem Possible Solution Poor picture Try anothe
13. COLOR TELEVISION CT 21K2MJ CT 21K9MJ ELECTRONICS AA68 02890B 01 02890B E Inside Front Cover 9 30 03 7 11 2 Important Safety Instructions CAUTION 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 high voltage is present inside It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call CATV that pro vides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Important One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of copyrighted TV programs is an infringement of U S copyright laws Certain Canadian programs may also be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be in violation of these rights To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture 02890 9 30 03 7 11 Page 3 Thank You for Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung Your new
14. Time E Clock 09 00am On time am Off Off time am Off Adjust Move Exit After the hour is entered press the VOL button at this point the minutes digits will be selected 4 Press the CH A or CH Ww Function button to select the Jp Time correct minutes Clock 09 30am time After selecting the correct minutes press the VOL button Adjust Move M Exit Press the MENU button three times to exit 4 When selecting the hours be sure to select the proper time of day AM or PM You can change the hours by pressing CH A or CH V repeatedly or by holding down either of these buttons 4 The time will appear every time you press DISPLAY 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 25 E OPERATION Customizing the Picture You can use the on screen menus to change the contrast brightness tint color and sharpness according to personal preference Alternatively you can use one of the automatic settings See next page Press MENU to display menu 2 Press VOL or VOL repeatedly until the word Custom is selected When Custom is highlighted the words Adjust will appear on the screen 3 Press CH VW to select a Adjust then press VOL The words Color Tone Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color and Tint will appear on the screen Press CH A or CH V to select a particular item 4 P
15. ckly switch between two 1 channels that are far apart tune to Press the PRE CH button one channel then use the number The TV will switch to the last channel viewed button to select the second channel Then use the PRE CH button to quickly alternate between them Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL or VOL button to increase or decrease the volume Using At any time you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button 1 Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off The word Mute will appear in the lower left corner of the screen 2 To turn mute off press the MUTE button again or simply press either the VOL or VOL button 23 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 24 E OPERATION 24 Setting the Clock 1 Function Press the MENU button to display the on screen Language AENG Li shi Time gt menu Caption gt Demonstration gt Press the CH W button three times to select Function Move Select Press the VOL 4 button 2 Press the CH W button to Function select Time menu Language 4 English gt Time Caption Press the VOL button Demonstration gt The Time menu will appear on the screen and Clock will be selected Move Select Il Exit 3 Press the VOL button again the hours digits will be selected Press the CH CH button repeat edly until the correct hour appears Function
16. e VOL 4 button to Function select On Off Time deactivate the time select Off during this step Clock 09 30am Press the CH A or CH V button to turn the on ED p Off time am Off timer On Repeatedly pressing the CH A or CH Y button will alter nate between on and off Adjust Move Exit 6 When finished press the VOL button 4 amp Absent Power Off When you set the timer On your television will eventually be turned off if you do not operate any controls during the 3 hours after the TV is turned on by timer 7 To set the Off time press the CH W button to select Off time 09 00am Press the VOL button and set the hours and minutes Follow the same procedure as in steps 1 6 above 06 30am On E Off Time 12 00am Off Adjust Move Exit This function is available in only the timer mode and will prevent a leakage accident or overheating caused by your TV left on for a long time due to the timer On when you are away on holiday for example 8 When finished setting the timer press the MENU button three times to exit Note Absent Power Off When you set the timer your television will eventually be turned off if you do not operate any controls during the 3 hours after the TV is turned on by timer This function is available in only the timer
17. ed as the input signals for a record ing VCR 02890B E CHAPTER 1 9 30 03 7 12 PM 10 YOUR NEw Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV When using the remote always point it directly at the TV 10 POWER Turns the TV on and off Number buttons Press to select channels directly on the TV 100 Press to select channels over 100 For example to select channel 121 press 100 then press 2 and 1 MUTE Press to temporarily cut off the sound CHA CHV Channel Up Down Press CHA or to change channels Also used to highlight selections on the on screen menus Q TV VIDEO Press to display all of the available video sources i e Antenna cable VCR SURF Press the SURF button to automati cally return to a preferred channel after a user preset time delay Q SLEEP Press to select a preset time inter val for automatic shutoff PRE CH Tunes to the previous channel DISPLAY Press to see the time channel etc on screen Also press to exit quit the menu system VOL VOL Press increase or decrease the volume Also used to make selections on the on screen menus MENU Displays the main on screen menu 02890B E CHAPTER 2 9 30 03 7 12 11 Chapter Two INSTALLATION Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that l
18. ee a she ad reed aC det CR TER Rag ds 32 Setting the Sleep Timer ulus dv b PALO OE Pies CERCA RR 33 viewing Closed Captions ccs lt i e seen eee ERN dokn a 34 Viewing the Demonstration e 35 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 36 Identifying Problems kde t PRE Pech Ado Xl US ad age RO RR 36 Appendix 37 Cleaning and Maintaining Your eraai 37 Using Your TV in Another Country 22 ce 37 Specifications ena ice aad dp em S adora ect ad 37 02890B E CHAPTER 1 9 30 03 7 12 7 Chapter One Your NEw List of Features Your TV was designed with the latest technology This TV is a high performance unit that includes the following special features Easy to use remote control Easy to use on screen menu system Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off Adjustable picture and sound settings that can be stored in the TVs memory Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible Built in dual channel speakers special sleep timer Headphone jack for private listening 02890B E CHAPTER 1 9 30 03 7 12 8 Your New
19. in low light or when playing video games e Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal pref erence see Customizing the Picture page 25 26 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 27 E OPERATION Using Automatic Volume Settings Press the MENU button to display the menu Auto volume Press the CHW button to select Sound menu Press the VOL or VOL Move Select button to select On or Off Sound On 27 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 28 E OPERATION Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV Press the MENU button to display the menu Press the CH W button twice to select Channel then press the VOL button 2 Press the CH W button twice to select the TV AV 3 Press the VOL or VOL button You will switch between viewing the signals com ing from equipment con nected to the TV s A V jacks and the TV signal Press the MENU button twice to exit Channel fa ANT CATV 4 STD Auto Program TV AV 4 TV Fine Tune Add Erase Select Move 1 ANT CATV 4 ANT Auto Program TV AV 4 IV Fine Tune Add Erase XSelect Channel ANT CATV 4 Ir Auto Program TV AV 4 Fine Tune Add Erase XSelect Move
20. ing the Screen Size 1 Press the MENU button to PARE display the menu de 4 Custom Press the VOL 4 button to select the Picture menu Select IN Exit 2 Press the CH W button Picture twice to select Size 4 Custo Move tSelect II Exit 3 Press the VOL or VOL button repeatedly to d Custom select Normal or Zoom Picture Press the MENU button twice to exit Move tSelect Normal Sets the picture to 4 3 normal mode This is a standard TV screen size Zoom Magnifies the size of the picture on screen 30 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14 31 E SPECIAL FEATURES Using the Surf This feature allows you to set the TV to return to a particular channel after a certain amount of time For example you may be watching a channel when commercials start You can set the Surf to 5 minutes then switch channels After 5 minutes the TV will return to the original channel To use the Surf 1 While you are watching the channel to which you want to return press the SURF button The on screen display will read Surf off 2 Press the SURF button again to set the timer in thirty second intervals up to five minutes 3 The time you set will begin counting down on the screen When the time runs out the TV will return to the channel you were watching when you set the timer 31 02890B E CHAPTER 4 9 30 03 7 14
21. light one of the 4 on the control panel of the TV to icons Then press the VOL button to access the icon s sub make selections menu Press the MENU button to exit Viewing the Display 4 The on screen displays 1 disappear after about twelve seconds Press the DISPLAY button fec 10 on the remote control 12 00 am When Closed Caption has been set The on screen display the 1 will appear by press shows any or all of the ing the Display button following Active channel the time 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 19 E OPERATION Selecting a Language 1 Press MENU to display Kuncbron the menu Language 4 English gt Time Caption Press VW three times to Demonstration select Function then press the VOL but ton Move tSelect 2 Press VOL to select the SS appropriate language Language 4 English gt E Time gt English Spanish or caption Portuguese Demonstration gt Move Select 3 DISPLAY Press MENU twice to exit 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 20 E OPERATION IVemorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both off air antenna and cable channels After the available channels are memorized use the CH A and CH W buttons to scan through the channels This eliminates the need to change chan nels by en
22. m TV AV 4 TV Fine Tune Add Erase Move Select Channel ANT CATV 4 ANT Auto program TV AV 4 TV Fine tune Add Erase Move Select Channel Channel ANT 11 Select Erased Move XSelect Channel Channel ANT 11 Select Erased Move Select 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 23 E OPERATION Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons 1 Press the CH A or CH button to change channels When you press CH A or CH V the TV changes channels in sequence You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized The TV must have memorized at least three channels You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized Directly Accessing Channels Use the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel 1 Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel For example to select channel 27 press 2 then 7 The TV will change channels when you press the second number When you use the number buttons you can directly select channels that were either erased or not memorized To select a channel over 100 press the 100 button For channel 122 press 100 then 2 then 2 To change to single digit channels 0 9 faster press 0 before the single digit For channel 4 press 0 then 4 Using the PRE CH Button to select the Previous Channel 4 To qui
23. ng of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding piri aah eel electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS GROUND CLAMPS Do not attempt to service the TV receiver yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power supply cord or plug is damaged If liquid has been spilled on the unit or if objects have fallen into the TV If the TV receiver has been exposed to rain or water If the TV receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions If the TV receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged When the TV receiver exhibits a distinct degradation in performance If you make adjustments yourself adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Adjusting other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV receiver to normal When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in additional damage to the unit
24. ook like this see Antennas with 300 ohm Flat Twin Leads below If your antenna has one lead that looks like this see Antennas with 75 ohm mad L Round Leads on page 12 If you have two antennas see Separate VHF and UHF Antennas on page 12 Antennas with 300 ohm Flat Twin Leads If you are using an off air antenna such as a roof antenna or rabbit ears that has 300 ohm twin flat leads follow the directions below 1 Place the wires from the 4 twin leads under the screws on the 300 75 ohm adaptor not supplied Use a screwdriver to a tighten the screws 2 750 M Plug the adaptor into the ES VHF UHF terminal on the 2 bottom of the back panel 02890B E CHAPTER 2 9 30 03 7 13 12 INSTALLATION Antennas with 75 ohm Round Leads 1 750 Plug the antenna lead into ES the VHF UHF a terminal on the bottom of the back panel Separate VHF and UHF Antennas If you have two separate antennas for your TV one VHF and one UHF you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV This procedure requires a an optional combiner adaptor available at most electronics shops 1 Connect both antenna leads to the combiner Plug the combiner into the VHF UHF terminal on the bottom of the rear panel Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system follow the instructions below Cable withou
25. r channel Adjust the antenna Check all wire connections Poor sound quality Try another channel Adjust the antenna No picture or sound Try another channel Press the TV VIDEO button Make sure the TV is plugged in Check the antenna connections No color wrong colors or tints Make sure the program is broadcast in color Adjust the picture settings If the set is moved or turned in a different direction the power should be OFF for at least 30 minutes Picture rolls vertically Adjust the antenna Check all wire connections The TV operates eratically Unplug the TV for 30 seconds then try operating it again The TV wont turn on Make sure the wall outlet is working 36 02890B E APPENDIX 9 30 03 7 14 37 APPENDIX Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV With proper care your TV unit will give you many years of service Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV Placement Do not place the TV near extremely hot cold humid or dusty places Do not place the TV near appliances with electric motors that create magnetic fields such as vacuum cleaners Keep the ventilation openings clear do not place the TV on a soft surface such as cloth or paper Place the TV in a vertical position only Liquids Do not handle liquids near or on the TV Liquids that spill into it can cause serious damage Cabinet Never open the cabinet or touch the
26. ress VOL or VOL to increase or decrease the value of a particular item Press MENU four times to exit Picture 4 Custom gt Normal Move tSelect Picture fi Mode 4 Custom Adjust gt Size Normal Move tSelect Picture Adjust Color Tone Normal Contrast 90 Brightness Sharpness Color Tint G 50 R 50 Move Select II Exit Brightness 50 4 There is no Tint in PAL System 4 After adjusting an item the gauge will automatically disappear after about 5 seconds 25 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 26 9 OPERATION Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has three automatic picture settings Standard Natural and Mild that are preset at the factory You can activate either Standard Natural or Mild by making a selection from the menu Or you can select Custom which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings Press MENU to display the menu Picture Mode Custom Adjust 51 Normal hh Move tSelect II Exit 2 Press VOL or VOL Picture to selectthe Mode 4 Standard p gt Standard Natural Size Normal Mild or Custom picture setting Move Select e Choose Standard for the standard factory settings e Natural Optimal indoor screen condition e Choose Mild Mild Contrast when viewing the TV
27. ss the CH W button Function twice to select the Language 4 English p ti th Time aption menu then Caption press the VOL button Demonstration Move tSelect 3 Function Press the VOL or VOL Caption On button to turn closed cap Mode tioning on off Channels 1 Field md Move tSelect 4 Function Press the CH W button to 7 Caption On select Mode Mode Caption Channels 1 Press VOL VOL Field EY button to select Caption or Text Move Select 5 Depending on the particular broadcast it might be necessary to make changes to Channels and Field Use the CH A CH VOL and VOL buttons to make the changes Follow the same procedure as in steps 3 4 above Press the MENU button three times to exit 4 Misspellings and unusual characters sometimes occur during closed caption transmissions especial ly those of live events There may a small delay before captions appear when you change channels These are not malfunctions of the TV 4 In caption mode captions appear at the bottom of the screen and they usually cover only a small portion of the picture In text mode information unrelated to the program such as news or weather is displayed Text often covers a large portion of the screen 4 Different channels and fields display different information Field
28. t a Cable Box 4 Because this TV is cable ready 1 you do not need a cable to view Plug the incoming cable EN unscrambled cable channels into the VHF UHF antenna 7 terminal on back of the TV 12 02890 2 9 30 03 7 13 13 INSTALLATION Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels This terminal might be labeled 1 ANT OUT VHF OUT or simply Find the cable that is con OUT nected to the ANTENNA ANTENNA ANTENNA OUT terminal on your IN OUT cable box NN 2 0 Connect the other end of M this cable to the VHF UHF antenna terminal on the back of the TV Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels If your cable box descrambles only some channels such as premium channels follow the instructions below You will need a two way splitter an RF A B switch and four lengths of coaxial cable These items are available at most electronics stores lt q This terminal might be labeled 1 ANT IN IN or simply Find and disconnect the TN cable that is connected to ANTENNA Al the ANTENNA IN ee ON terminal on your cable box 2 Connect this cable to a m Incoming Cable Splitter 3 Connect a coaxial cable between an OUTPUT ter Incoming IN CABLE OUT minal on the splitter and Cable m the IN terminal on the Splitter cable bo
29. tering the channel digits There are three steps for memorizing channels selecting a broadcast source memorizing the channels automatic and adding and deleting channels manual Selecting the Video Signal source Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV 1 an antenna or a cable system 1 Press MENU to 1 display the menu ANT CATV 4 ANT Auto Program TV AV 4 Fine Tune Press CH V two times to Add Erase select Channel then press the VOL button Move tSelect 2 Repeatedly press VOL 4 1 cycle through these Tel MAY 4 STD choices TUA odi Fine Tune STD HRC or IRC all cable Add Erase TV Move tSelect Note STD and identify various types of cable TV systems Contact your local cable company to identify the type of cable system that exists in your particular area At this point the signal source has been selected Proceed to Storing Channels in Memory next page 3 DISPLAY 3 Press MENU twice to exit 20 02890B E CHAPTER 3 9 30 03 7 13 21 E OPERATION Storing Channels in Memory Automatic Method 1 Channel First select the correct m m signal source ANT STD ppf aan 5 Auto Program HRC IRC See steps 1 3 TV AV on previous page
30. that they will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them Pay particular attention to cord placement at plugs convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the unit Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits Avoid overhead power lines When installing an outside antenna system be extremely careful to keep from touching the power lines or circuits Contact with such lines might be fatal Do not overload the wall outlet or extension cords Overloading can result in fire or electric shock Do not insert foreign objects through openings in the unit as they may touch dangerous voltages or cause damage Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV receiver Ground outdoor antennas If an outside antenna or cable yampie oF system is connected to the TV receiver be sure the ANTENNA GROUNDING P antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide P MR 7 some protection against voltage surges and built up static PREND A charges Read information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure EQUINE groundi
31. woo ANTENNA IN terminalon ncoming Cable the back of the VCR Antenna 02890B E CHAPTER 2 9 30 03 7 13 PM 15 INSTALLATION 3 VCR Rear Panel TV Rear Panel Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the VCR and the antenna terminal on the TV Coaxial Cable A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR If not check your local electronics store 4 VCR Rear Panel TV Rear Panel Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO jacks on the TV 3 n AUDIO VIDEO UT ANTENNA 2 Audio Cable 5 VCR Rear Panel TV Rear Panel Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the VIDEO jack on the TV Follow the instructions in Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape to view your VCR tape 02890 2 9 30 03 7 13 Page 16 INSTALLATION Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV Your TV can send out signals of its picture and sound to be recorded by a second VCR To do this connect your second VCR as follows 1 TV Rear Panel VCR Input Panel Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR Audio Cable The VCR input jacks might be either on the front or on back of the VCR 2 TV Rear Panel VCR Input Panel Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the TV and the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR
32. x Cable Box 02890B E CHAPTER 2 9 30 03 7 13 14 INSTALLATION 14 4 Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable Incoming box and the B IN terminal Cable Splitter on the switch CabeBox Switch 5 Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter 0 4 Incoming and the A IN terminal on Cabe jit the RF A B switch EEEE m Cable Box Switch 6 Connect the last coaxial cable between the OUT 2 terminal the o Incoming switch and the VHF UHF Cable 3 Splitter RF A B TV Rear terminal on the rear of the Cable Bex Switch After you ve made this connection set switch to position for normal view ing Set the switch to the position to view scrambled channels When you set the A B switch to B you will need to tune your TV to the cable boxs output channel which is usually channel 3 or 4 Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system according to the instructions on pages 11 13 Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system 1 750 Unplug the cable antenna from the back of o the TV d 2 Connect the cable or VCR Rear Panel antenna to the
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