42" LCD Colour Television L42SP04U Instructions for use GB
Contents Features ................................................................. 3 Accessories ............................................................ 3 Introduction ............................................................. 4 Preparation ............................................................. 4 Safety Precautions ................................................. 4 Power Source ..................................................... 4 Power Cord ...............................................
Mode ............................................................. 33 Brightness/Contrast/Colour/Sharpness ........ 33 Colour Temp.................................................. 34 Noise Reduction ........................................... 34 Film Mode ..................................................... 34 Game Mode .................................................. 34 Picture Zoom ................................................ 34 Reset ............................................................
Features Accessories • Remote controlled colour LCD TV. • Fully integrated digital TV (DVB-T). • Two HDMI connectors for digital video and audio. This connection is also designed to accept high definition signals. • 200 programmes from VHF, UHF. M SELECT INFO OK ABC DEF 1 2 3 JKL MNO PQR 4 5 6 VWX YZ 7 8 9 PP 0 -/-- STU • OSD menu system. GHI EXIT • Two scart sockets for external devices (such as video, video games, audio set, etc.). • Stereo sound system.
Introduction Moisture and Water Thank you for choosing this product. This manual will guide you in the proper operation of your TV. Before operating the TV, please read this manual thoroughly. Please do keep this manual in a safe place for future references. Preparation For ventilation, leave a free space of at least 10 cm all around the set. To prevent any faults and unsafe situations, please do not place any objects on top of the set. Use this device in moderate climates.
replacement parts, which are specified by the manufacturer or have the same specifications as the original one. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Servicing Disconnecting the Device The mains plug is used to disconnect TV set from the mains and therefore it must remain readily operable. Headphone Volume Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not remove the cover yourself as this may result in an electric shock.
Overview of the Remote Control 1. Standby 2. Cursor up 32 3. Cursor right 31 4. Info 1 2 3 30 5. Numeric buttons M 29 28 6. Exit (in DTV mode) 7. Programme up 4 SELECT 8. Volume up INFO OK 9. TV / Digital TV ABC DEF GHI 10. AV / Source 1 2 3 11. Yellow (Feature menu) / Current language (*) JKL MNO PQR 12. Blue (Install menu) / Favourite selection (*) 5 6 VWX YZ 7 8 9 PP 0 -/-- 4 STU 27 13. Hold (in TXT mode) / PIP position 14.
LCD TV and Operating Buttons FRONT VIEW 1. Standby button 2. TV/AV button 3. Programme Up/ Down buttons 4. Volume Up/Down buttons Note: Press “ ”/ “ ”buttons at the same time to view main menu.
Viewing the Connections- Back Connectors 12 13 5Vdc 60mA 1. S/PDIF Digital Out outputs digital audio signals of the currently watched source. Use a digital optic cable to transfer audio signals to a device that has S/PDIF input. 2. Subwoofer Out is for connecting an external, active subwoofer to the set to give a much deeper bass effect. Use an appropriate RCA cable to connect the set to a subwoofer unit. 3. Audio Line Out outputs audio signals to an external device such as an optional sound system.
6. Component Video Inputs (YPbPr) are used for connecting component video. You can connect the component video and audio sockets with a device that has component output. Connect the component video cables between the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUTS on on the TV and the component video outputs of your device. While connecting, be sure that the letters on your TV, “Y”, “Pb”, “Pr” correspond with your device’s connectors. 7.
Viewing the Connections - Side Connectors 1. CI Slot is used for inserting a CI card. A CI card allows you to view channels that you subscribe to. For more information, see “Conditional Access” section. 2. Side USB input. Note: Codec update cannot be performed. 3. Side HDMI Input is for connecting a device that has an HDMI socket. Note that PIP/PAP function will not be available while in HDMI-4 source. 4. Headphone jack is used for connecting an external headphone to the system.
Power Connection IMPORTANT: The TV set is designed to operate on 220-240V AC, 50 Hz. • After unpacking, allow the TV set to reach the ambient room temperature before you connect the set to the mains. • Plug the power cable to the mains socket outlet. Aerial Connection • Connect the aerial or cable TV plug to the AERIAL INPUT socket located at the rear of the TV.
Using Digital Multimedia Connectors • You can connect USB devices to your TV by using the USB input of the TV. This feature allows you to display/play JPG and MP3 files stored in a USB stick. • It is possible that certain types of USB devices (e.g. MP3 Players) may not be compatible with this TV. • You may back up your files before making any connections to the TV set in order to avoid any possible data loss. Note that manufacturer will not be responsible for any file damage or data loss.
Connecting the LCD TV to a PC For displaying your computer’s screen image on your LCD TV, you can connect your computer to the TV set. • Power off both computer and display before making any connections. • Use 15-pin D-sub display cable to connect a PC to the LCD TV. • When the connection is made, switch to PC source. See “Input selection” section. • Set the resolution that suits your viewing requirements. Resolution information can be found in the appendix section.
Connecting to a DVD Player If you want to connect a DVD player to your LCD TV, you can use connectors on the TV set. DVD players may have different connectors. Please refer to your DVD player’s instruction book for additional information. Power off both the TV and the device before making any connections. Note: Cables shown in the illustration are not supplied. • If your DVD player has an HDMI socket, you can connect via HDMI. When you connect to DVD player as illustrated below, switch to HDMI source.
Using Side AV Connectors You can connect a range of optional equipment to your LCD TV. Possible connections are shown below. Note that cables shown in the illustration are not supplied. • For connecting a camcorder, connect to the S-VIDEO or VIDEO IN socket and the AUDIO SOCKETS. Do not connect the camcoder to S-VIDEO and VIDEO IN socket at the same time since it can cause noise in the picture. For selecting the related source, see the section “Input selection” in the following parts.
Using Other Connectors You can connect a range of optional equipment to your LCD TV. Possible connections are shown below. Note that cables shown in the illustration are not supplied. • Use an audio cable to connect external speakers to your TV. The audio jacks are generally standardized as red and white. While inserting jacks, audio cable`s jacks` colours and the colours of the audio connectors on the TV should match. After connecting the cable between your TV and external speakers, turn your TV on.
Connecting Other Equipment via Scart Most devices support SCART connection. You can connect a; DVD recorder, a VCR or a decoder to your LCD TV by using the SCART sockets. Note that cables shown in the illustration are not supplied. Power off both the TV and the devices before making any connections. For more information, refer to your device’s own instruction book.
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control Handset Switching the TV On/Off To Switch the TV On • Remove the battery cover located on the back of the handset by gently pulling backwards from the indicated part. • Insert two AAA/R3 or equivalent type batteries inside. Place the batteries in the right directions and replace the battery cover. · Connect the power cord to the 220-240V AC 50 Hz. · Switch the “ ” button to position “|” so the TV will switch to standby mode. Then the standby LED lights up.
Input Selection Once you have connected external equipment to your TV, you can switch to different input sources. • Press “ ” repeatedly on the remote control to select the required source. or, • Select “Source” option from the main menu by using “ ” or “ ” button. Use then “ ” or “ ” button to highlight an input and press “ ” button to select. Note: You can mark desired source options by pressing the OK button.
Initial Settings When the TV set is operated for the first time, the IDTV turns on first. After Automatic Search is completed, the following message asking for analogue channel search appears on the screen: Because this is the first time the TV is used, there are no channels stored in the memory. When the TV is turned on for the first time, the menu for the language selection appears on the screen. The message “Welcome please select your language!” is displayed in all language options sequentially in the OSD.
General Operation Pressing the “TV/DTV” button at any time while watching television programmes will switch the TV set between the digital terrestrial television broadcasting and normal analogue broadcasting. channel. “Enter PIN” will be displayed on the screen in such a case: Information Banner • Whenever you change channel, using the P- / P+ button or the numeric buttons, the TV displays the broadcast picture along with an information banner at the bottom of the screen (available only in DTV mode).
BLUE button (Next day): displays the programmes of the next day. Digital teletext is sometimes broadcast at the same time with the normal broadcast. INFO (Details): displays the short extended programmes in detail. • Press the TELETEXT ( • The digital teletext information appears. Numeric buttons (Jump): go to preferred channel directly via numeric buttons. • Operate it with the coloured buttons, cursor buttons and “OK” button. OK : views options for future programmes.
IDTV Menu System The IDTV menu can only be viewed when watching digital terrestrial broadcasting. Press the TV/DTV button to turn IDTV on while the TV is in analogue mode. Press the “M” button. The menu below appears on the screen: To watch a specific channel, highlight it using “ ” or “ ” button and then press “OK” button, while the “Select” item on Channel List menu is highlighted by using “ ” or “ ” button.
Press the “M” button to cancel the editing or OK button to save the new name. Adding Locks to Channels Channel locking provides a password-protected access to channels selected by parents. In order to lock a channel you should know the parental lock password (default value is set to 0000 in the factory and can only be changed from the Configuration menu). • Press the OK button to delete the highlighted channel in the channel list.
How to Add a Channel to a Favourites List Program Guide • By pressing “ ” or “ ” buttons, highlight the channel that you want to add to the favourite list. This section is same with the instructions given in the General Operations page. Please see Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) section in the General Operations part. • Select the list number by pressing “ ” or “ ” buttons. Timers • By pressing OK button, the highlighted channel is added to selected list number.
Note: You can set timers for the desired broadcast and time. Recording broadcasts is also possible by using a recording device that you connect to your TV’s Ext Out. When the timer is due, output will be provided via the TV-Out and the recording can be performed by the connected recorder that you have set.
not be located while in automatic search or manual search. Use “ ” or “ ” button to select Scan Encrypted and then press “ ” or “ ” button to set this setting as On or Off. Receiver Upgrade Over Air Download (OAD) AC3 Audio (*for EU countries only) In the Configuration Menu, highlight the AC3 Audio item by pressing “ ” or “ ” buttons. Use the “ ” or “ ” buttons to set the AC3 Audio as On or Off. If the channel that you are watching supports AC3 Audio, turn this setting on.
• After the search progress is completed, the message “ Completed searching for upgrade. No new software was found” appears on the screen if no new software is found. • Do not forget to re enable the automatic OAD function after you have made your recording by repeating the above instructions but this time selecting ENABLE. Note: Your TV may start in First Time Installation mode after OAD update. Parental Control Use “ ” or “ ” buttons to go to Parental Lock option. Press “OK” button to enter the menu.
on the screen during the natural pauses in the audio (and sometimes during dialogue, if deemed necessary). You can use this feature, only if the broadcaster supports that additional narration track. Use “ ” or “ ” buttons to select an item. Then use “ ” or “ ” buttons to set. Audio Description This function enables or disables the audio description feature by pressing the “ ” or “ ” buttons. Preferred Language By pressing the “ ” or “ ” buttons the preferred audio description language is being changed.
Installation The Installation menu is mainly intended to help you for creating a Channel Table in the most efficient way. Select Installation from the Configuration menu by pressing “ ” or “ ” buttons. This menu includes the following items: • Automatic channel scan • Manual Channel Scan • Clear Service List (*) • First Time Installation (*) For Denmark, Sweden, Norway or Finland. Automatic Channel Scan Select your Country, Language and Text language by using “ ” or “ ” and “ ” or “ ” buttons.
Press OK to cancel. Select Yes by pressing “ ” or “ ” button and press OK to delete all of the channels. Press the OK button to search for analogue channels. The following menu appears on the screen for analogue channel search: First Time Installation The user can use this item to load default settings, which were loaded to the receiver at the factory. To install factory settings, highlight “First Time Installation” menu item and press OK button, then you will be asked whether or not to delete the settings.
Loop (Blue button) : Plays the selected file repeatedly. Viewing JPG Files Select YES by pressing “ ” or “ ” button and press OK button. Media browser will be displayed. Jump (Numeric buttons) : jump to selected file using the numeric buttons. OK : views the selected picture in full screen. Play / Slideshow (Green button) : starts the slideshow with all pictures in the folder. • You can play music, picture and video files from a USB memory stick.
Video Playback Play (Red button) : Starts the video playback. Stop (Blue button) : Stops the video playback. Pause (OK button) : Pause the video playback. Navigating the Analogue TV Menu System For displaying menu options For navigation M To confirm choices SELECT INFO OK Rewind (Cursor Left) : Goes backward. • Press “M” to display the main menu. Forward (Cursor Right) : Goes forward. Menu (Menu button) : Sets subtitle/Audio.
Colour Temp Press “ ” or “ ” button to select Colour Temp. Press “ ” or “ ” to choose from one of these options: Cool, Normal and Warm. Note: • Setting Cool option gives white colours a slight blue stress. • Setting Warm option gives white colours a slight red stress. • For normal colours, select Normal option. Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal is weak and the picture is noisy, use Noise Reduction setting to reduce the amount of noise.
Press “ ” or “ ” button to change the preset. In equalizer menu, the preset can be changed to Music, Movie, Speech, Flat, Classic and User. Select the desired frequency by pressing “ ” or “ ” button and increase or decrease the frequency gain by pressing “ ” or “ ” button. Press the “M” button to return to the previous menu. Note: Equalizer menu settings can be changed only when the Equalizer Mode is in User. Balance This setting is used for emphasizing left or right speaker balance.
Using “ ” or “ ” button, you can switch to PIP, PAP mode or turn off the feature. Feature Menu If the TV is switched to PIP or PAP mode, Pip-Pap submenu will change accordingly and the following settings will appear on the same menu screen. Note that if you switch to PAP mode by using Pip-Pap setting, only Source and Swap options will be active among the menu settings. Pip-Pap This line controls Pip/Pap modes. Use “ ” or “ ” buttons to switch the TV to Pip, Pap or Off.
If Sleep Timer is activated, at the end of the selected time, the TV goes automatically to standby mode. This feature enables the use of active antennas. Child Lock Note: Antenna power should be “Off” when standard antenna is used instead of the active antenna. Press “ ” or “ ” button to select Child Lock. Ext Out Use “ ” or “ ” button to set the Child Lock On or Off. When On is selected, the TV can only be controlled by the remote control handset.
Fine Tune Press “ ” or “ ” button to select Fine Tune. Press “ ” or “ ” button to adjust the tuning. Search Press “ ” or “ ” button to select Search. Use “ ” or “ ” button to start programme searching. You can also enter the desired frequency using the numeric buttons while Search item is highlighted. Store Press “ ” or “ ” button to select Store. Press “ ” or OK button to store the settings. “Stored...” will be displayed on the screen.
In source menu, highlight a source by pressing “ ” or “ ” button and switch to that mode by pressing “ ” button. Source options are; TV, DTV/USB, EXT-1, EXT-2, EXT-2S FAV, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, YPbPr or PC-VGA. Note: Once you have connected optional equipment systems to your TV, you should select the required input to view pictures from that source. Country Press “ ” or “ ” button to select your country. If you want to exit from A.P.S. function, press the BLUE button.
PC Mode Menu System See “Connecting the LCD TV to a PC” section for connecting a PC to the TV set. For switching to PC source, press “ ” button on your remote control and select PC input. You can also use “Source” menu to switch to PC mode. Note that PC mode menu settings are available only while the TV is in PC source. Select V Position item by using “ ” or “ ” button. Use “ ” or “ ” button to adjust the value.
Displaying TV Information Picture Mode Selection Programme Number, Programme Name , Sound Indicator and Zoom Mode information is displayed on the screen when a new programme is entered or “INFO” button is pressed. Note : This function will not be available while in PC mode. Mute Function Press “ ” button to disable sound. Mute indicator will be displayed in the upper side of the screen.
4:3 Use to view a normal picture (4:3 aspect ratio) as this is its original size. Note: You can shift to screen up or down by pressing “ ” / “ ” buttons while picture zoom is selected as Auto, Panoramic, 14:9, Cinema, Subtitle or Zoom. Teletext Panoramic This stretches the left and right sides of a normal picture (4:3 aspect ratio) to fill the screen, without making the picture appear unnatural. Teletext system transmits information such as news, sports and weather on your TV.
Your TV supports both FASTEXT and TOP text systems. When these systems are available, the pages are divided into groups or topics. same time. In such a case, disconnect one of the peripherals. When FASTEXT system is available, sections in a teletext page will become colour-coded and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons. Press a coloured button that corresponds to with your needs.
Appendix A: PC Input Typical Display Modes The display has a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200. The following table is an illustration of some of the typical video display modes. Your TV may not support different resolutions. Supported resolution modes are listed below. If you switch your PC to an unsupported mode, a warning OSD will appear on the screen. Note: Resolution modes indicated with (*) are not available for PIP/PAP modes.
Appendix B: AV and HDMI Signal Compatibility (Input Signal Types) Source EXT-1 (SCART 1) EXT-2 (SCART-2) FAV YPbPr HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI4 Supported Signals Available PAL 50/60 O NTSC 60 O RGB 50 O RGB 60 O PAL 50/60 O NTSC 60 O RGB 50 X RGB 60 X S-VHS 50 O S-VHS 60 O PAL 50/60 O NTSC 60 O 480I 60Hz O 480P 60Hz O 576I 50Hz O 576P 50Hz O 720P 50Hz O 720P 60Hz O 1080I 50Hz O 1080I 60Hz O 480I 60Hz O 480P 60Hz O 576I 50Hz O 576P 50Hz O 720P 5
Appendix C: Pin Specifications SCART connector pin specifications Pin Input signal Pin Input signal 1 AUDIO OUT (RIGHT) 12 Not used 2 AUDIO IN (RIGHT) 13 RGB-R GND 3 AUDIO OUT (LEFT/MONO) 14 GND 4 AUDIO GND 15 RGB-R / S.VHS CHROMINANCE IN 5 RGB-B GND 16 BLANKING SIGNAL 6 AUDIO IN (LEFT/MONO) 17 COMPOSITE VIDEO GND 7 RGB-B IN 18 BLANKING SIGNAL GND 8 AUDIO / RGB SWITCH / 16:9 19 COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT 9 RGB-G GND 20 COMPOSITE VIDEO / S.
Appendix E: PIP/PAP Mode Combinations MAIN TV DTV TV 8 8 (RGB) 9 DTV 8 9 8 9 (RGB) 9 Scart2 8 9 8 9 (RGB) Scart2S 8 9 (RGB) FAV 8 9 (RGB) SVHS 8 9 HDMI1 9 HDMI2 PCVGA Scart2S FAV SVHS 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Scart1 Scart2 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI4 YPbPr (RGB) (RGB) (RGB) (RGB) 9 9 9 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 9 (RGB) 9 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9
Appendix D: Supported File Formats for USB Mode Media Music Remarks Format File Extension Video Audio (Maximum resolution/Bit rate etc.) - - PCM MPEG 1/2 Sample Rate: 8K ~ 48KHz .mp3 - Layer 1/ 2/ Sample Rate: 8K ~ 48KHz, Bit Rate: 32K~320Kbps 3 (MP3) .wma Baseline JPEG .jpg Photo Progressive JPEG .gif .
Specifications TV BROADCASTING PAL/SECAM B/G D/K K’ I/I’ L/L’ RECEIVING CHANNELS VHF (BAND I/III) UHF (BAND U) HYPERBAND MHEG-5 ENGINE compliant with ISO/IEC 13522-5 UK engine Profile 1 Object carousel support compliant with ISO/IEC 135818-6 and UK DTT profile Frequency range: 474-850 MHz for UK models Digital Reception 170-862 MHz for EU models Transmission standard: DVB-T. MPEG-2 Demodulation: COFDM with 2K/8K FFT mode FEC: all DVB modes Video: MP@ML, PAL, 4:3/16:9 Audio: MPEG Layer I&II 32/44.148kHz.
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QUICK GUIDE L42SP04U IMPORTANT - If placing TV into cabinet or alcove, ensure there is at least a 100mm (10cm) gap to the sides, rear and top of the TV. This is to allow for adequate ventilation during operation. Please read the main Users Guide for more safety information before installation. insert the batteries into your handset Rear view either connect the aerial straight to your TV... 3 Aerial (RF) Lead 2 wall socket Aerial (RF) Socket ...or connect the aerial through a VCR...
...or through a HDMI and YPBPR products (DVD-RW) 3 TFT-LCD TV Aerial (RF) Socket • Scart Lead to AV-1 on TV. (RF) connector lead Device to TV COMPONENT ANTENNA wall socket Aerial (RF) Lead Y PB ANT.IN PR HDMI OUT DVD RECORDER • High Definition Your LCD Television is capable of displaying High Definition pictures from devices such as a High Definition Satellite Receiver or DVD Device.These devices must be connected via the HDMI socket or Component Socket. ...
connect the TV plug to the mains socket European plug UK plug insert plug... ...and switch on insert plug... switch your TV on by setting the on/off button to position | . SIDE VIEW NB: When the set is first switched on, the set will be in standby and the indicator on the front of the set will illuminate red. Press Operate/Standby or channel up down (P- , P+) or numeric buttons (1, 2, 3, ...) to operate.
start A.P.S. (Auto Programming System) 1 When the TV is turned on for the first time, the menu for the language selection appears on the screen. The messag e “Welcome please select your language!” is written in all language options sequentially in the menu on the or buttons highlight the language you want to set and screen. By pressing press OK. After then, First time Installation Menu will appear on screen. By pressing | or } buttons, select country item you want to set and press OK button.
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