ViewSonic ® N5230p LCD TV - User Guide - Guide de l’utilisateur - Guía del usuario IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http:// www.viewsonic.
Product Registration To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. For Your Records Product Name: [ ] N5230p ViewSonic LCD TV Model Number: [ ] VS12117-1M Document Number: N5230p-1M_UG_ENG Rev.
ENGLISH Contents Copyright Information.................................................................................... 1 Warning and Notification............................................................................... 2 Important Safety Instructions....................................................................... 3 Compliance Information................................................................................ 8 Declaration of RoHS Compliance..........................................
Caution Copyright Information Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2008. All rights reserved. ® ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
WARNING ENGLISH Do not expose this TV to rain or moisture. It may increase the risk to fire or electronic shock. Dangerous Voltage: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence dangerous voltage within the inside of the product that may be sufficient level to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Important Safety Instructions USE Keep the following guidelines to protect the AC power cord from being damaged. If the AV power cord is damaged, it may result in a fire or an electric shock. Stop using it and ask your dealer or ViewSonic service center to exchange it. ◊ Do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to wear or abuse. ◊ Do not pinch, bend, or twist the cord excessively. The core lines may be bared and cut, causing a short-circuit, and resulting in a fire or an electric shock.
When not in use Antenna grounding according to the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70 ENGLISH If you will not be using the TV set for long periods of time, the TV set should be disconnected from the AC power outlet to prevent power line surges. The TV set is not disconnected from the AC power source when the TV set is switched off. To disconnect the TV set completely, unplug from the AC power outlet.
VENTILATION This TV contains a strong magnet in the speaker unit that generates a magnetic field. Keep any items susceptible to magnetic fields away from the speaker. Slots and openings in TV are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the TV and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. The TV may accumulate dust and get dirty if proper ventilation is not provided.
Do not install the TV in places subject to extreme temperature, such as in direct sunlight, near a radiator, or heating vent. If the TV is exposed to extreme temperature, the TV may overheat and cause deformation of the enclosure or cause malfunction. Do not install the TV in a place exposed to direct air conditioning. If the TV is installed in such a location, moisture may condense inside and may cause a malfunction. ◊ Do not place the TV in hot, oily, humid or excessively dusty places.
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Broken pieces LCD SCREEN Handling of broken glass and liquid crystal leakage If the LCD panel gets damaged, crystalline liquid leakage may occur, or scattered broken glass may result. Do not touch broken glass or crystalline liquid which is toxic, with bare hands as cuts, poisoning or skin irritation may occur. Also do not glass fragments or leaked crystalline liquid get into your eyes or mouth.
ENGLISH Compliance Information FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below: Proposed Maximum Concentration Actual Concentration Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1% Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1% 0.01% < 0.01% 0.
Getting Started ENGLISH List of Features 1. Enjoy HDTV with 1920x1080 native image resolution. 2. ClearPictureTM technology for high contrast and realistic video. 3. Super-bright, high-contrast LCD HDTV flat screen. 4. HDMI input compatible with the latest HD devices. 5. Built-in digital tuners (HDTV, NTSC and Clear QAM-digital cable) 6. Displays multiple TV formats including 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. 7.
Getting Started Installing the LCD TV ENGLISH Disconnecting the Stand Base 1. Place the TV face down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. 2. Remove the base. It is attached to the stand with 8 screws. 3. Remove the 5 screws holding the stand to the hinge. 4. Remove the stand. Installing the Stand Base 1. Place the TV face down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. 2. Connect the stand with the hinge at the back of TV with 5 screws. 3. Attach the base to the stand with 8 screws.
Getting Started ENGLISH Mounting ViewSonic LCD TV to the wall The LCD TV can be used in a free standing position or wall-mounted. Before installing the product to the wall, please consider the following guidelines: • Read the Important Safety Instructions, at the start of this manual. • Do not install in a moist or wet environment. This equipment is intended for indoor use. • Do not install near heat source, or strong magnetic fields.
Getting Started Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearesr dealer. ENGLISH A C B D Product Family LCD TV Inch VESA Spec. (A x B) Standard Screw (C xD) Quantity 19 ~ 22 100 x 100 mm M4 x L10 4 26 ~ 27 200 x 100 mm M4 x L10 6 32 ~ 37 400 x 200 mm M6 x L10 6 42 ~ 47 600 x 200 mm M6 x L10 10 52 400 x 200 mm M6 x L10 6 • ViewSonic provides the standard dimensions for wall mount kits as shown in the table above.
Getting Started ENGLISH Front View of the Product Item Description 1 Power ON/OFF button Turn the power on from standby mode or turn the power off to return to the standby mode. 2 ENTER Display Input source selection menu, enter a menu or enable the function while in OSD menu. 3 CH Up Channel up when source is TV, or select a control while in OSD menu. 4 CH Down Channel down when source is TV, or select a control while in OSD menu. 5 MENU Turn OSD menu ON/OFF.
Getting Started ENGLISH Rear View of the Product Item Description 1 HDMI 3 Input Terminal Connect this port to the HDMI output of A/V device. 2 HDMI 2 Input Terminal Connect this port to the HDMI output of A/V device. 3 HDMI 1 Input Terminal Connect this port to the HDMI output of A/V device. 4 RS232 signal input This port is for the service technician’s use.
ENGLISH Getting Started Item Description 11 Composite Video input Connect this jack to the composite video output connectors on your A/V equipment. 12 S-Video input Connect the S-Video cable from the compatible device to this connector on the rear panel of the LCD TV. 13 YPbPr 2 signal Audio input (left/right) Connect this port to the RCA audio output connectors of your A/V device. 14 YPbPr 1 signal Audio input (left/right) Connect this port to the RCA audio output connectors of your A/V device.
Getting Started HDMI cable DVI-to-HDMI cable Audio cable Audio cable DVI-to-HDMI adapter 1. With HDMI cable: HDMI 1 Input Terminal [3], HDMI 2 Input Terminal [2] or HDMI 3 Input Terminal [1] 2.
Getting Started Connecting the LCD TV ENGLISH Cable System or VHF/UHF Antenna System Enjoy the high-definition and standard-definition digital programming along with standarddefinition analog programming. ☼ • This TV is capable of receiving unscrambled digital programming for both cable and external VHF/UHF antenna. • We strongly recommend that you connect the antenna/cable input using a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to ensure the best picture quality.
Getting Started DVI Connection This connection can only be made if there is there is a DVI Output connector on the external device. HD cable box/ HD satellite box Audio cable DVI-to-HDMI cable CATV/Satellite antenna cable ☼ • If the equipment has a DVI jack and not an HDMI jack, connect the DVI jack to the HDMI 1 [3] or HDMI 2 [2] jack and connect the audio jack to the AUDIO In jacks of PC/ DVI 1 [7] or DVI 2 [8].
Getting Started Personal Computer Use the LCD TV as the monitor of your computer. The picture below shows the connection for PC. The LCD TV can also be connected to PC with DVI or HDMI output. ENGLISH Connect to an HDMI compatible PC with the HDMI cable Side and Rear of TV Audio cable (stereo mini plugs) VGA 15 Pin cable ☼ • Connect the PC IN jack to the PC using a 15-pin cable and audio cable.
Getting Started PC Timing Reference Chart Standard Resolution Aspect Ratio Handling Compatible Input FS*Full-Screen RGB DOS 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes MAC 832 x 624 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 1920 x 1080 Yes VESA
Getting Started ENGLISH Other Equipment DVD Player/ Personal Computer DVD Player/ Personal Computer DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system Personal Headphone Computer DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system Blu-ray Disc Digital satellite Player/ PS3 receiver Digital Personal DVD cable box Computer Player Amplifier/ VHF/ UHF Amplifier/ DVD Home CABLE DVD Home Theater Theater DVD Player/ VCD Player/ Game system Audio system Blu-ray Disc Digital satellite Player/ PS3 receiver Digital Personal DVD cable b
Using the TV Features Remote Control and TV Controls Inserting Remote Control Batteries ENGLISH 1. Remove the battery cover by pulling then lifting the knob on the cover. 2. Insert the batteries, corresponding to the (+) and (-) markings on the battery compartment. 3. Reattach the battery cover. CAUTION • Only use the specified AAA batteries. • Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in creaking or leakage, which may pose a risk of fire or lead to personal injury.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Button Description 4 INFO Press this button to display the current state of the LCD TV. 5 ▼CH▲ Press to change the channels up or down. 6 MUTE Press to turn off the sound. To restore the sound, press this button again, or press the VOL▲ button. 7 SOURCE Press to display the INPUT source list and select the source with ▲/▼ buttons. To confirm the selection, press ENTER. 8 ▲▼◄► / ENTER buttons Press these buttons to navigate the OSD menus.
Button Description 14 POWER Press this button to turn the power on from standby mode. Press it again to return to the standby mode. 15 LAST Press to return to previous channel. 16 ▼VOL▲ Press to adjust the volume. 17 LIGHT Press to lighten the remote control keys. 18 MENU Press to turn the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu on. When in OSD menu, press to exit or return to the previous page. 19 HDMI To select HDMI/ VGA source. 20 YPbPr To select YPbPr source.
Using the TV Features ◎ Code List ENGLISH TV Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features VCR Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features SAT. Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Cable Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH DVD CD LD Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH TUNER/RECEIVERS AMP Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
Using the TV Features CASSETTE DECK ENGLISH AUDIO HOME AUTOMATION TAPE TURNTABLE VIDEO Contact ViewSonic service team at: http://www.ViewSonic.
Using the TV Features Operation ENGLISH Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the side of the panel. Changing Channels 1. Using Channel Buttons Press ▼CH▲ button to change channels, and the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all channels that have been memorized. Channels erased or not memorized will not be shown. 2. Using Number Buttons (1) ATV The “-” button has no function in ATV mode.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Viewing the Displayed Information To display the current information of the LCD TV: Press INFO, and the current state will be displayed on the screen. (It shows all or some of the information about Input, Channel, Resolution, Audio Type, etc., depending on what input source it is in) *The picture here shows an example of the INFO screen in a DTV source. Storing Channels into Memory 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Selecting the Input Source To select the TV or other external input sources connected to the TV. 1. Press the INPUT button on the remote control. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the required input source between TV, AV, S-Video, YPbPr 1, YPbPr 2, VGA, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, or HDMI 3. 3. To confirm the selection, press ENTER. Adjusting the Settings (1) 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select your desired top Menu. 3.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Setting up Time menu 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “Setup” menu. 3. Press ENTER or ► to enter the menu. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Time Setup”, then press ENTER to enter the setting. 5. Select the “Time Zone” of your area with ◄ or ►. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Time”, then press ENTER to enter the setting. To enable Auto Synchronization, press ◄ or ► on Auto Synchronization and select “On”.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Close Caption Setting 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “Setup” menu. Press ENTER or ► to enter the menu. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Close Caption”, then press ENTER or ► to enter “Close Caption” setting. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Analog Closed Caption or Digital Closed Caption, and use ◄ or ► to select caption information.
Using the TV Features Using the Parent Controls 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the “Parental” menu. 3. Enter the password. (The default password is 0000, which can be changed. There is also a universal password 3660 that remains eternally valid.) ENGLISH Channel Block: 1. Move to “Channel Block”, then press ENTER or ►. 2. Use ▲ or ▼ to select the channel you want to block, then press ENTER to block or unblock it. 3. Press MENU to exit. Program Block: 1.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH (2) U.S. Movie Ratings 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “U.S. Movie Ratings”, then press ENTER or ►. The following screen will allow you to customize the following TV ratings: G (general audience) PG (parental guidance suggested) PG-13 (recommended for children 14 years of age or older) R (mature audience) NC-17 (no one under 17 years of age) X (adult audience only) 2. Press ENTER to set or reset the rating level. 3. Press MENU to exit. (3) Canadian English Ratings 1.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH (5) Block Unrated 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Block Unrated”, then press ◄ or ► to select “On” or “Off”. When “On” is selected, all programs that are not rated will be blocked. 2. Press MENU to exit. Input Block: 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Input Block”, then press ▲ or ▼ to select the input source from which you want to block. 2. Press ENTER to block or unblock the input source. 3. Press MENU to exit. Change Password: 1.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Using VGA Function 1. When in VGA source, press the MENU button to display the OSD main menu. 2. Press ◄ or ► to select the “Video” menu. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select your desired controls, and press ◄ or ► to adjust. 4. For advanced VGA functions, select “VGA” (only enabled in VGA source) and press ENTER to enter VGA setting. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “H. Position”, “V. Position”, “Phase”, or “Clock”, and adjust the level with ◄ or ►.
Using the TV Features Annotations for OSD Menu Items See below for meanings of the control items in each menu. ENGLISH Video menu • Picture Mode: To select picture mode. • Noise Reduction: To reduce the noise level of connected equipment. • Brightness: To adjust luminance of video. • Contrast: To adjust contrast of video. • Color: To adjust color. • Tint: To adjust tint level. • Sharpness: To adjust picture sharpness. • Back Light: To brighten or darken the backlight.
ENGLISH Using the TV Features Setup menu • OSD Language: To select OSD language. • Aspect Ratio: To select image size between Full, Letterbox, Zoom, Panorama, No scale, and Normal. • Blue Mute: To set the background color to blue when there is no signal. • Time Setup: To set Time Zone, Time, Sleep Timer, Auto Sleep, and Daylight Saving. *Time Zone: To select the time zone appropriate to your location. *Time: To set the current time.
Using the TV Features ENGLISH Parental menu • Channel Block: To block channels. • Program Block: To set TV and Movie Ratings. *Rating Enable: To enable Rating settings. *U.S. TV Ratings: To set TV blocking level in the US. *U.S. Movie Ratings: To set movie blocking level in the US. *Canadian English Ratings: To set blocking level in English-speaking region of Canada. *Canadian French Ratings: To set blocking level in French-speaking region of Canada. *Block Unrated: To block unrated movie or TV programs.
Other Information Cleaning the LCD TV ENGLISH • Make sure the LCD TV is turned off. • Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the screen or case. To clean the screen: 1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles. 2. If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen. To clean the case: 1. Use a soft, dry cloth. 2.
Other Information Troubleshooting Please contact ViewSonic service team directly if you have questions, service needs, or require technical assistance related on the use of your television. ENGLISH Contact ViewSonic Service Team at: http://www.ViewSonic.com Or call our service team: United States 1-800-688-6688 Canada 1-866-463-4775 Problem Possible Solution No power • Make sure the power cord is properly connected to the LCD TV AC power socket.
Other Information Possible Solution Remote control unit does not operate • Make sure the directions of batteries are inserted correctly referring to the user guide. • Batteries could be weak or dead. Replace with new batteries. • Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor? • The path of the remote control beam may be blocked. Make sure the path is clear and that the remote control is aimed at the remote control sensor on the TV.
Other Information Specifications N5230p Type 52” TFT Active Matrix RGB 0.6 (H) x 0.6 (V) mm pixel Color Filter Glass surface RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare RGB RF Video RGB analog (0.7/1.
Other Information Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® LCD TV ENGLISH What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will at its sole option repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
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