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Contents Important Information About Your TV Installation and Operating Notes. . . . . Important Safety Instructions.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Basic Setup and Operation Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before You Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First-Time Power-On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TV Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The TOOLS Key and Menu. . . . . . . TV Control Panel. . . . . . . . .
Important Information About Your TV For Your Records Record the model number, serial number, and purchase date of your TV. The model and serial numbers are on the back of the TV. Refer to this page when requesting assistance with the TV. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE RETAILER NAME LOCATION Installation and Operating Notes Custom cabinet installation must allow for proper air circulation around the television.
Important Safety Instructions Please read the following safeguards for your TV and retain for future reference. Always follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television. 1) E XAMP LE OF ANT E NNA G R OUNDING Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. ANT E NNA LE AD IN WIR E G R OUND C LAMP ANT E NNA DIS C HAR G E UNIT (NE C AR T IC LE 810-20) 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
Special Features of Your TV Your new high-definition widescreen television has many special features that make it the perfect center of your home entertainment system, including: 1080p High-Definition DLP Display System Your Mitsubishi HDTV uses Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing™ technology for rear-projection TVs to create the picture you see on screen. All images are displayed at 1080p. The TV uses Plush 1080p® 5G to convert lower-resolution signals to 1080p for display.
1 7 Basic Setup and Operation Package Contents Please take a moment to review the following list of items to ensure that you have received everything. Installing the Remote Control Batteries 1. Remove the remote control’s back cover by Remote Control 2. Two AA Batteries AA AA Basic Owner’s Guide 3. gently pressing in the tab and lifting off the cover. Load the batteries, making sure the polarities (+) and (-) are correct. For best results, insert the negative (-) end first.
1. Basic Setup and Operation Before You Begin 1. Review the important safety, installation, and oper2. ating information at the beginning of this book. Choose a location for your TV. • Allow at least four inches of space on all sides of the TV to help prevent overheating. Overheating may cause premature failure of the TV as well as shortened lamp life. • Avoid locations where light may reflect off the screen. • See the stand requirements on page 2. 3. Install the batteries in the remote control. 4.
1. Basic Setup and Operation TV Controls Remote Control For more on use and care of the remote control, see page 90. Emitter (Bulb) End TV CAB/SAT DVD AUDIO VCR Press the key for the device type to control. Leave in TV mode for normal TV viewing. Sleep Timer, page 28 Number/letter keys Channel tuning, page 14 Pass-code entry, page 61, page 46 Powers TV on or off. Adds a separator in digital channel numbers. Clears some menu entries. MUTE Mutes the TV speakers.
1. Basic Setup and Operation TV Controls, continued The TOOLS Key and Menu TOOLS TOOLS Press the TOOLS key to check for shortcuts. The Tools menu lists shortcut keys for common functions. Press the number key to activate the shortcut. See the sample menu below. • Shortcuts specific to the current device are in the third column. • Shortcuts may be available for a CEC-enabled device. See Appendix C, “HDMI Control of CEC Devices,” page 85. • 838 Series.
1. Basic Setup and Operation TV Controls, continued The STATUS Indicator TV Control Panel Buttons on the control panel duplicate some keys on the remote control. • To display the main menu, press INPUT and VOL+ simultaneously for about 10 seconds. Press and hold INPUT and VOL+ for 10 seconds to clear the menu. • Refer to upper labels when no TV menus are displayed. • Refer to lower labels when using TV menus or after activating a special function.
1. Basic Setup and Operation Setting Up TV Inputs Using the ANT (Antenna) Input If using an antenna or direct cable service (no cable box), connect the incoming coaxial cable to the TV’s ANT input. Refer to page 24. You must perform a channel scan to enable reception of digital channels. If you skip this step, the TV will receive only analog channels. The channel scan will search for high-definition and standard-definition channels available in your area.
1. Basic Setup and Operation 13 Setting Up TV Inputs, continued About Auto Input Sensing Tips on Auto Sensing This TV’s Easy Connect™ Auto Input Sensing feature detects the following connections automatically: • Analog video jacks from inputs 1, 2, and 3 • HDMI inputs (when powered on) • 838 Series. USB device containing photo and music files (JPG and MP3 formats). • • Auto Input Sensing for Most Devices When you first connect a device, the TV will: a.
1. Basic Setup and Operation Basic TV Operation Selecting an Input to Watch Watching Broadcast TV TV Connected to an Antenna or Direct Cable Service (no cable box) Note: Perform channel memorization to enable reception of digital channels. See page 12. 1. Press INPUT. 1. Press INPUT to display the Input Selection menu. 2. Highlight the antenna or cable icon and press ENTER. 2. Press and to highlight an input icon. Sample Input Selection menu, antenna input selected 3.
1. Basic Setup and Operation 15 Basic TV Operation, continued Picture Settings Basic Audio Controls 1. To get the best picture under different viewing con- Controlling Sound Volume ditions, set the Picture Mode first before changing other video settings. See page 49. a. Press VIDEO. b. Press until Picture Mode displays. c.
1. Basic Setup and Operation Basic TV Operation, continued The FORMAT Key and Picture Shape Repeatedly press the FORMAT key to cycle through displays for the current program. The TV will remember the format you last used on each input. For details, see page 32 Important Black bars at the edges of the screen are common in HD pictures. Black bars are not a defect of the TV. • Black bars are added by broadcasters to fill the 16:9 screen area while preserving the original aspect ratio of the picture.
1. Basic Setup and Operation Using the TV with a Personal Computer Connecting a Computer to the TV HDMI Connection Use one of the connection methods listed below based on your computer’s video output. Mitsubishi recommends using high-speed HDMI cables to connect newer devices incorporating HDMI technology.
1. Basic Setup and Operation Using the TV with a Personal Computer Computer Video Adjustments 1. Power on the computer. 2. Select PC from the Input Selection menu. To do 3. 4. 5. Tip Set the computer’s screen saver to display a pattern after several minutes of inactivity. This acts as a reminder that the TV is powered on and the lamp is in use. The lamp is in use whenever the TV is powered on, even if the screen appears dark.
2 19 TV Connections Before You Begin Auto Input Sensing Surround Sound The TV’s Auto Input Sensing feature automatically recognizes many connections and prompts you to identify the type of device connected. See page 13 for more on Auto Input Sensing. • Connection Types • Use the connection types available on your input devices that will give the best video quality. For example, choose HDMI over component video; choose component video over composite video.
Output/EXTERNAL CONTROLLER INPUT HDMI LAN 3 R AUDIO Main Connection Panel CENTER INPUT (838 series, page 53) SUBWOOFER OUTPUT (838 series, page 53) 13 IR– NetCommand Output 14 (838 series, page 65) 11 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT DVI/PC AUDIO R INPUT L AUDIO/SURROUND R OUTPUT L ANT AUDIO R OUTPUT L IR-NetCommand Output/EXTERNAL CONTROLLER INPUT 3 2a USB (738 Series: power or wireless adapter, page 46; 838 Series: power only, page 26 ) Pb Pr LAN R AUDIO 1 HDMI (page 22) Audio/surround 9b OUTPU
2. TV Connections 21 Inputs and Outputs, continued 1. HDMI® Inputs (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) The HDMI inputs support uncompressed standard and high-definition digital video formats, bitstream Dolby Digital 5.1, and PCM digital stereo audio. These inputs are HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) compliant. 2a. USB (limited use) Standard USB 5-volt, 500-milliamp power output you can use to supply power to an accessory device. 738 Series. Use this port for a wireless network adapter.
2. TV Connections Inputs and Outputs, continued 9a. AUDIO OUTPUT Sends analog audio of the current program to an analog A/V surround sound receiver or stereo system. Digital audio from digital channels and HDMI devices is converted to analog audio by the TV for output on this jack. This is the only audio connection needed to the TV if using an analog A/V receiver or stereo system. Note: If connecting headphones, set Sound > Global > Analog Audio Out to Variable. 9b. AUDIO/SURROUND OUTPUT 838 Series.
2. TV Connections DVI Video Device Y Pb Pr Component Video Device Commonly used with an HDTV Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, or DVD/Blu-ray Player If your source device has an HDMI output, use the connections for HDMI devices described on the opposite page instead of component video. Required: • RCA-type component video cables • Left/right analog audio cables. To hear digital surround sound from an A/V receiver, connect the digital audio output from the device directly to your digital A/V receiver.
r 24 2. TV Connections Antenna or Cable TV Service Connect the incoming cable to the TV’s ANT input. Required: 1. Video cables 1a. Component video cables (red/blue/green) or 1b. Composite video cable (usually yellow) 2. Left/right analog audio cables. 3. Two-way RF splitter 4. Two coaxial cables Antenna Direct cable (no cable box) or OUT Note: Older cable box Not recommeded. Other connection types provide better quality audio and video.
2. TV Connections A/V Receiver with HDMI Output The TV makes all audio available in digital and analog formats: • Analog audio coming into the TV is available as output in digital stereo format on the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT jack. • Digital incoming audio is available as analog output on the AUDIO OUTPUT L and R jacks.
2. TV Connections Supplemental Audio Connections Add a subwoofer to complement the TV speakers with a fuller bass sound. • After connecting a subwoofer, you must enable the TV’s subwoofer output in the TV’s Sound menu. Go to Sound > Global > Subwoofer and set it to On. Mitsubishi recommends Polk Audio Wireless Subwoofer model PSW i8m. The transmitter module can be conveniently powered from the TV’s USB power port.
2. TV Connections 27 Supplemental Audio Connections, continued 4. Enable the TV’s center channel mode: Using the TV Speakers as a Center Channel a. Go to Sound > Global and set Center Channel to On. If using an external surround sound system, you can make the TV’s speakers provide center channel sound. Your A/V receiver must have a center channel pre out that can supply an amplified center-channel signal to the TV. 1.
3 TV Features Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer turns the TV off after the length of time you set. To set the TV to turn on at a certain time of day, see the Setup > Timer menu on page 56. Setting the Sleep Timer FAV (Favorite Channels) The FAV key gives you quick access to favorite program sources. Sources can be channels from the ANT input or devices connected to the TV. You can store up to nine favorites. 1. Press SLEEP. 2.
3. TV Features ChannelView Channel Listings ChannelView displays program descriptions sent by broadcasters. This information may be unavailable in some areas. ChannelView Custom Channel Banks About ChannelView ChannelView™ shows memorized channels on the ANT input. It displays channel names and program information for digital channels. No program information is displayed for analog channels. See “Memorizing Channels with Channel Scan,” page 12 if needed.
3. TV Features Status Display 3 Press the INFO key to see the on-screen status display. The most common displays are shown here. 4 6 1 402-101 KABC Monday Night Football 2 TV-PG DLSV St. Louis vs. Tampa Bay, played in Tampa for 5 8 9 10 INFO 7 Sleep 30 min 13 Tuesday 9:10 PM HD 1080i Standard Sample information from the on-screen status display English Surround 11 12 14 1. Current Input 2. Audio Indicator.
3. TV Features 31 Using an External Sound System Redirecting Audio Output Controlling A/V Receiver Sound Volume Selecting the Audio Output Use one of the methods below to control sound volume from an A/V receiver. 1. Press AUDIO. 2. Press to show the TV With a Standard TV Setup 3. Speakers option. Press to select either On (to hear sound from the TV speakers) or Off (to hear sound from an external sound system). 838 Series.
3. TV Features Picture Shape and Display Formats Format Definitions Note: See page 16 for use of the FORMAT key to apply the formats described here. Standard: The full-screen format used by HDTV signals. Use this format to display anamorphic DVDs with a 1.78:1 or 1.85:1 aspect ratio. Anamorphic DVDs with a 2.35:1 aspect ratio are displayed correctly but with top and bottom black bars. Squarish (4:3) images are stretched evenly from side to side. Available for all signals.
3. TV Features 33 3D Video DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT R-NetCommand utput/EXTERNALEnhanced ONTROLLER INPUT DVI/PC AUDIO R INPUT L R AUDIO OUTPUT 1. If your 3D glasses came with an emitter box, L connect the emitter box to the 3D GLASSES EMITTER jack. Place the box in front of the TV ANT where there is a clear path to the glasses. Note: 3D Video Options If your glasses are marked DLP Link, skip this step; no emitter box is required with DLP Link technology. INPUT 2 (TV Software Versions 012.
3. TV Features 3D Video, continued Watching 3D Video Note: Active 3D glasses are required 5. Press EXIT to close the menu. 6. If the image does not appear correct (e.g., objects 1. Switch the TV to the 3D video device. Press INPUT 2. 3. 4. then highlight the icon for the 3D video device. Press ENTER. Press MENU and select the Picture > 3D Mode menu. For Glasses Control, select the control type for your 3D glasses, either IR Emitter or DLP Link. For Source Format, select Automatic and press ENTER.
3. TV Features 35 3D Video, continued Original 3D Video Options 5. Select the Source Format. If your source device (TV Software Versions 012.05 and earlier) Important This page describes 3D options offered with TV software versions 012.05 and earlier. • To upgrade earlier software to the current version, visit http://www.mitsubishi-tv.com/3Dupgrade.html • Instructions for later software are on page 35.
3. TV Features 3D Video, continued 3D Safety Requirements • 3D Glasses are NOT designed as sunglasses or safety glasses and do not provide protection. 3D glasses should be worn only when viewing 3D material. • Do not wear the wireless glasses in any situations that require unimpaired visual perception. • Children under the age of 5 should not view 3D programming. Under normal conditions, 3D viewing is safe for your movies or games. Some people may experience discomfort, however.
3. TV Features 37 Camera Images and Music Files • • • • All Models. The TV can display still images or motion video from a camera through the Y/VIDEO port. See page 39. All Models. To play music through the TV speakers from an audio-only device, see “Using an Audio-Only Device,” page 39. 838 Series. The TV can read photo and music files from a USB device. Photos must be in JPEG format and music files must be in mp3 format.
3. TV Features Camera Images and Music Files, continued Using the Photos and Audio Menus Use these keys with your photo and audio files. Key Use the USB Media Setup menu to set up play of a slide show or playlist. For Photos or Audio Tracks • • or ENTER USB Media Setup Menu Moves the highlight left/right through icons to select Photos, Audio, or Setup. Moves the highlight from item to item. Plays the slide show or playlist starting from the highlighted item. Pauses a slide show or playlist.
3. TV Features Camera Images and Music Files, continued 1. Refer to the owner’s manual supplied with the camera for instructions needed for this setup. 2. Set the camera’s output signal type to NTSC and 3. put the camera into playback mode. With the camera still turned on, connect your digital camera’s composite video cable (usually yellow) to the TV’s Y/VIDEO jack. To hear audio, connect the camera’s audio output cable to the AUDIO L jack.
3. TV Features Camera Images and Music Files, continued Wireless Audio Playback 838 Series. The TV’s built-in speaker array can play audio from a handheld device using Bluetooth® A2DP (stereo audio) wireless technology. The TV can be paired with only one device at a time. Tips for Wireless Playback • • Pairing the TV with an Audio Playback Device 1. Turn on the wireless device you wish to use for • 2. Press INPUT to display the Input Selection menu. • playback.
3. TV Features 41 Sound Projector (838 Series) This setup is unnecessary if using the TV speakers as a center channel. See page 27. Sound Projector Technology 838 Series. The TV’s built-in speaker array can be adjusted to reflect sound off the room walls to create a surround sound effect. Setup can be performed either manually or automatically. • To create the surround sound effect, the room walls must reflect sound and not be covered with soundabsorbent material.
3. TV Features Sound Projector (838 Series), continued How to Make Adjustments in the Custom Menu • Press to select an audio beam; colors of the adjusters correspond to audio beams in the onscreen diagram. • Press to redirect the audio beam or change the sound level. 2. Position yourself in your usual viewing location. Remain in this position, looking at the TV, while making the following adjustments. 3. Adjusting Beam Angles a. Adjust Center Beam Angle until sound is about equal in both ears. b.
3. TV Features Sound Projector (838 Series), continued Auto Setup Auto setup uses the included calibration microphone to optimize Sound Projector performance for most room conditions. 1. Position and connect the TV as described under “Before You Begin,” page 41. Power on the TV and external subwoofer, if any. Plug the microphone cable into the TV’s INPUT 3 audio jack. Connect microphone to the right (red) audio jack. • • Initial Preparation 2. 3.
3. TV Features Sound Projector (838 Series), continued External Rear Speakers CENTER INPUT Transmitter DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT DVI/PC AUDIO R INPUT L ANT AUDIO/SURROUND R OUTPUT L Y/ VIDEO HDMI 1 2 3 Pb Pr LAN R AUDIO L Y/ VIDEO Pb Pr (480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i) INPUT 2 IR-NetCommand Output/EXTERNAL CONTROLLER INPUT 3D GLASSES EMITTER INPUT 1 You may wish to supplement surround sound from the TV with external rear speakers.
3. TV Features 45 StreamTV™ Internet Media Internet services provided by VUDU™ Apps let you access many popular on-line applications. In addition to free content, VUDU’s movie service lets you buy and rent movies through the TV. Visit www.VUDU.com to learn more about available movie titles, prices, and services offered. For a list of recommended routers and switches, see the Support > Knowledge Database section at VUDU.com.
3. TV Features StreamTV™ Internet Media, continued CENTER INPUT Wireless Connection 1. Disconnect the Ethernet cable if present. 2. Connect the wireless adapter to the TV’s 3. USB port as shown for your TV model. Open the Setup > Network menu. After a few moments, detected networks will appear listed on the screen in order of signal strength. DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT R AUDIO OUTPUT ANT AUDIO/SURROUND R OUTPUT L L Y/ VIDEO HDMI 2 1 3 R AUDIO IEEE 802.
3. TV Features 47 StreamTV™ Internet Media, continued Using StreamTV Internet Media 1. After establishing internet connectivity as described 2. 3. Troubleshooting If You Are Unable to Connect to the Internet • Check all power and data connections. • If you can reach the internet with a computer or other device on the same internet service used by the TV, consult the router or modem owner’s guide for reset instructions. • If you cannot reach the internet, contact your service provider.
3. TV Features Introduction to Home-Theater Control This TV offers a choice of home-theater-control systems. This summary offers some examples of the control methods available using the TV’s remote control. You may wish to use one or more of these methods in your home theater after completing Auto Input Sensing. Source device connected directly to the TV Remote Control Programming (Any Connection Type) Program the remote control to operate the A/V device.
4 49 TV Menus Main Menu Press MENU on the remote control to open the main menu. Picture Picture settings. 49 Sound Sound settings. 53 Captions Closed captions on/and off; caption displays. 55 Setup Basic TV setup. 56 Inputs Name assignments for TV inputs, HDMI Control setup 838 Series. NetCommand IR “learning.” 59 Lock Setting a pass code and restrictions TV use. Disabling the control-panel buttons.
4. TV Menus Picture, continued Contrast • • • Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temp Low contrast shows a variety of shades in darker images In most home lighting situations, medium contrast looks best. High contrast shows darker images more uniformly black and makes colors appear more vibrant. High contrast is good for brightly lit environments. Adjusts the white-to-black level Settings are stored independently for each Picture Mode. Adjusts overall picture brightness.
4. TV Menus 51 Picture, continued Picture Reset Resets sound and picture adjustments for the current input. Highlight the Reset icon and press ENTER twice to perform reset. Reset has no effect on universal settings (Balance, Listen To, Language) or on Advanced picture settings. • • Picture Perfect (PerfectColor/PerfecTint, 838 series) PerfectColor Sliders Adjusts the saturation (intensity) of six colors for the current image source.
4. TV Menus Picture, continued To return to the default values for Advanced Display the Picture > Advanced menu and: 738 Series 838 Series Highlight RESET Pic Mode and press ENTER. 1. Highlight the Advanced mode to change. 2. Highlight RESET Pic Mode and press ENTER. You must perform the reset separately for both ADV1 and ADV2 Picture 3D Mode See page 33 for use of this menu. TV Software Version 012.
4. TV Menus 53 Sound Sound Audio Settings in this menu are saved for the current input only with the exception of Balance and Subwoofer, which apply to all inputs. To make Audio adjustments while watching TV and without using the menu: 1. Press the AUDIO key. 2. Press to select an audio option. 3. Press to change the setting. TV Speakers Bass Treble Balance Subwoofer (838 Series) Sound Mode On Turns on the internal TV speakers.
4. TV Menus Sound, continued Sound Global Settings in this menu apply to all left and right inputs. Analog Audio Out Subwoofer Center Channel Sound These settings affect audio from the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks. Fixed Use with an analog A/V receiver. Control volume from the A/V receiver. The volume of the audio output signal is fixed and is unaffected by the TV’s volume control. Variable Use with headphones. Adjust headphone volume using the TV’s volume controls.
4. TV Menus 55 Captions Captions on Digital Channels The TV can decode captions from the ANT input only. Broadcasters can send up to six different captioning selections or can send analog captions for a program that originated in analog format. A TV station may broadcast only one or two types of captions or none at all. • • Captions on Analog Channels The TV can decode captions from the ANT input and the composite VIDEO jacks. Broadcasters can send either standard closed captions or text service.
4. TV Menus Setup Setup Language Menu English Spanish Antenna Digital Audio Setup Displays on-screen menus in either English or Spanish. Selects the current language for a digital program from the ANT input. Each digital program may include up to seven language choices or there may be no language choice offered.
4. TV Menus Setup, continued Setup Channel Ant Air, Ant Cable All Channels, Add only new channels Scan You must perform a channel scan to receive digital channels. The scan searches for broadcast channels and adds them to TV memory. To start channel scan: 1. Highlight one of the input selections based on your connection to the ANT input: • Air when connected to an indoor or outdoor antenna. • Cable when connected to direct cable (no cable box) 2. Select the scan type.
4. TV Menus Setup, continued Setup Lamp Energy Blue Glow (838 series) Setup Energy Standard, Standard is for most viewing conditions. Use Bright in brightly lit rooms. You may Bright notice increased fan noise when using the Bright setting. On, Off Select On to see blue accent lighting when the TV is powered on. Network See “Home Network Setup” on page 45 for use of this menu. Ethernet Connection DHCP (automatic), Manual [Connection Data] Wireless Connection [Network ID] [Connection Data] Off.
4. TV Menus 59 Inputs Inputs Name INPUT and HDMI jacks: Cable box, Cam(corder), CD, DVD (DVD, DVD2, Blu-ray), DVR, Game (Game, PS, Xbox, Wii), Media Box, PC, Satellite, AVR On/Off (Ant, Bluetooth only) INPUT jacks only: CD/Audio, MP3 Player, VCR HDMI jacks only: PC, AVR, Delete • • • • • Lets you assign or change names of inputs appearing in the Input Selection menu. Highlight an input and press ENTER multiple times to cycle through the name choices.
4. TV Menus Inputs, continued Inputs Order Lets you rearrange icons in the Input Selection menu. 1. 2. 3. 4. to highlight an input icon. Press Press ENTER to confirm the selection. Press to drag the icon to the desired position. Press ENTER to confirm the new position. Inputs Demo See demonstrations showcasing selected TV features.
4. TV Menus 61 Lock TV Locks Parental Menu Parental Lock by Program Ratings Restricts access using U.S.-based ratings sent by broadcasters. Time Lock by Time Restricts TV use by time of day. Channel Lock by Channel Blocks access to the channels you specify. Panel Lock Control Panel Disables the buttons on the TV’s control panel. Use this feature if small children in the home try to press buttons on the control panel. Other Lock by Other Program Ratings Restricts access using new or non-U.S.
4. TV Menus Lock, continued Lock Parental Lock TV Rating Movie Rating Start Time/ Stop Time Disables or enables blocking based on V-Chip signals and the U.S. rating system. Highlight the rating level you wish to change and press ENTER to block it ( ) or allow it ( ). You can apply supplemental content blocking to the age-based ratings by using the TV content categories. (FV, D, L, S, V) Highlight the rating level you wish to change and press ENTER to block it ( ) or allow it ( ).
4. TV Menus 63 Lock, continued Lock Time Lock by Time Lock Time, Unlock Time Blocks all use of the TV during the time period you specify. You must enter a pass code to use the TV when the time lock is in effect. After releasing the lock with the pass code, the lock does not go back into effect until the next time the TV is powered on. Enables/disables Lock by Time. To set the lock and unlock times: 1. Highlight the lock or unlock time. 2. Press ENTER to start editing. 3. Press to make changes. 4.
5 NetCommand IR Control About NetCommand IR Control • • • • • NetCommand IR home-theater control is available on 838 series TVs. IR emitter cables are available for purchase from Mitsubishi. Visit www.mitsuparts.com or call 800-553-7278 and request one of the following: -- 242D483020 (two-ended cable) -- 299P254020 (four-ended cable). NetCommand setup is optional. You can perform NetCommand setup for a device any time after the TV has detected the device.
In front ofIRa Control single (838 Series) 5. NetCommand average-sized device IR Emitters sensor IRIRsensor On top of a single tall device Place any unused ends behind the devices to prevent stray signals from reaching the IR sensors. In front, shared by two average-sized devices sor 2. IR sensor SUB WOOFER OUTPUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO OUTPUT IR sensor IR-NetCommand Output/EXTERNAL CONTROLLER INPUT IR emitter cables are available for purchase from Mitsubishi.
5. NetCommand IR Control (838 Series) NetCommand Setup Initial NetCommand Setup 3. Switch the TV to the desired input to control. Press To perform this procedure, you need: • The remote controls for both the TV and the device you want to control. • An IR emitter cable available from Mitsubishi. 4. 5. The first function highlighted in the Learn screen Note: To set up an A/V receiver, see “Setting Up A/V Receiver Control,” page 71. 1.
5. NetCommand IR Control (838 Series) NetCommand Setup, continued Adding or Removing Device Keys from NetCommand Control After performing initial setup, you can add or remove individual keys under NetCommand control. 1. Switch the TV to the device. Press INPUT, highlight the device’s icon, and press ENTER. 2. Open the Inputs menu and highlight the Learn icon. 3. When the Learn screen displays: • To add keys: Continue as described earlier under “Initial NetCommand Setup” on the opposite page.
5. NetCommand IR Control (838 Series) Operating NetCommand-Controlled Devices, continued Key Name in Learning Screen Special Operation Description and Setup How to Use Menu Displaying a Menu for the Current Device Press TOOLS and number 3 to send the menu signal to the device. “Learn” the MENU key on the original remote in the Menu learning position. Guide 1. While watching the device, press GUIDE to display the guide. 1. “Learn” the Guide key on the original remote in 2.
5. NetCommand IR Control (838 Series) Operating NetCommand-Controlled Devices, continued NetCommand Specialized Device Keys Refer to this chart when “learning” device keys. See page 67 for more on keys marked in the “Special Operation Method” column.
6 NetCommand IR Control of an A/V Receiver NetCommand IR home-theater control is available on 838 series TVs. See the description of NetCommand on “About NetCommand IR Control,” page 64. Two levels of NetCommand A/V receiver control are available through the Inputs > AVR menu. • Power and volume. See the opposite page. • Automatic audio and video switching over HDMI. See “Setup to Control Automatic Audio and Video Switching via HDMI,” page 73.
6. NetCommand Control of an A/V Receiver (838 Series) 71 Setting Up A/V Receiver Control Power and Volume 3. When the Power text starts flashing, aim the A/V receiver’s remote control at the TV and hold the POWER or POWER ON key until a check mark appears next to Power. • If the text stops flashing before the check mark appears, repeat this step. • To remove the key from NetCommand control, press the CANCEL key while the key name is highlighted.
6. NetCommand Control of an A/V Receiver (838 Series) Setting Up A/V Receiver Control, continued Automatic Audio/Video Switching Over an HDMI Connection If your A/V receiver has an HDMI output, it may be convenient to send video to the TV over a single HDMI cable through the A/V receiver. The following setup enables the A/V receiver to switch automatically to the correct input when you select a device in the TV’s Input Selection menu.
6. NetCommand Control of an A/V Receiver (838 Series) 73 Setting Up A/V Receiver Control, continued Before You Begin To complete these steps you will need: • The remote controls for both the TV and the A/V receiver. • An IR emitter cable available from Mitsubishi. • An HDMI-to-HDMI cable to connect the A/V receiver to the TV and cables necessary to connect devices to the A/V receiver. 4. 5. 1.
6. NetCommand Control of an A/V Receiver (838 Series) Setting Up A/V Receiver Control, continued NetCommand Control of a Device Connected to an HDMI A/V Receiver Use this setup to have NetCommand control a device sending audio and video through the A/V receiver to the TV via HDMI. You must have already completed the procedure under “Setup to Control Automatic Audio and Video Switching via HDMI” on the previous page.
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Appendix B: Bypassing the Parental Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Appendix C: HDMI Control of CEC Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Appendix D: TV Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Appendix E: Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control This appendix explains programming the TV’s remote control to operate other A/V devices. This is distinct from NetCommand or HDMI CEC. Functions Available for Other A/V Devices The TV’s remote control can be programmed to operate other types and brands of A/V products. The functions performed in each device mode vary depending on the product. Not all functions work for all models. The most common functions available are listed on this page.
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control, continued Programming the Remote Control 1. Press one of the upper buttons on the remote control to change to the correct mode for the product you want to control. Refer to the table below. Only one of each device type can be controlled in each mode. IMPORTANT You may need to reprogram the remote control after changing the batteries. Record the codes for each mode in the space provided to make this faster.
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control, continued Audio Amplifiers Altec 41742 Lansing Anthem 42220 Bel Canto 41583 Design Cary Audio 41879 Design Classe 41461 Denon 42134 Durabrand 41561 Flextronics 41879 Halcro 41934 Harman/ 40892 Kardon Krell 42463, 41837 Left Coast 40892 Lenoxx 41561 Lexicon 41802, 41145 Marantz 42138, 40892 Mark 42405, 41483 Levinson Parasound 42245, 41934 Philips 40892 Polk Audio 42242, 40892 Cable Boxes Amino Bright House Cable One Cablevision Charter Cisco Comcas
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control, continued A/V Receivers Marantz 42114, 41289, 41269, 41189 McIntosh 41289 Micromega 41189 Mitsubishi 41957, 41922, 41921, 41920, 41393 Myryad 41189 Nakamichi 41313 Onkyo 41805, 41531, 41320, 41298, 40842 Optimus 41023 Panasonic 41763, 41633, 41548, 41518, 41316, 41308, 41288, 41275, 42967, 42452, 42221, 41764 Philips 42470, 42459, 42311, 41269, 41266, 41189, 40891 Pioneer 41935, 41384, 41023, 40630 Polk Audio 42270, 41289 Proscan 41254 RCA 42041, 4
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control, continued VCRs Kodak Linksys Lloyd’s LXI Magnasonic Magnavox Marantz Marta Matsushita Media Center PC MEI Memorex MGA Microsoft Mind Minolta Mitsubishi Motorola MTC Multitech NEC Nikko Niveus Media Northgate Olympus Optimus Panasonic Penney Pentax Philco Philips Pilot Pioneer Polk Audio Portland Presidian Proscan Pulsar Quarter Quartz Quasar RadioShack Radix Randex 20037, 20035 21972 20000 20037 20593 21593, 20593, 20081, 20039, 20035, 20000 20081
Appendices Appendix A: Programming the Remote Control, continued DVD Players Harman/ Kardon Helios Hello Kitty Hitachi Hiteker Humax iLo Initial Insignia Integra JBL JVC jWin Kawasaki Kenwood KLH Lenoxx LG LiteOn Magnavox Marantz McIntosh Memorex Microsoft Mintek Mitsubishi Myryad NAD Norcent Olevia Onkyo Oppo Panasonic Philco Philips PianoDisc 31229, 30702, 30582 32192, 32080 30831 30664, 30573 30672 31588, 31500 31472, 31348 31472 32596, 32428, 32095, 30675 32147, 31769, 30627, 30571 30702 32365, 3
Appendices Appendix B: Bypassing the Parental Lock 83 Mitsubishi Home Theater TV 738 Series 838 Series Lock Bypass Instructions Have Been Filed for Future Reference Bypassing the Parental Lock After you set the lock, you must use your pass code to: • View a locked program • View a locked channel • View the locked TV • Cancel the lock • Enter the Lock menus If you forget your pass code, you can view the locked TV without entering your pass code.
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Appendices 85 Appendix C: HDMI Control of CEC Devices Many new HDMI devices have a feature called Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) or HDMI Control. HDMI Control allows one device, such as the TV, to control other devices, such as an A/V receiver or disc player. Use of CEC is optional. Each manufacturer chooses which CEC functions to support so it is difficult to predict which devices and features are compatible with Mitsubishi’s HDMI Control.
Appendices Appendix C: HDMI Control of CEC Devices, continued HDMI Control of an HDMI A/V Receiver and Connected Devices Connect the A/V receiver to the TV with an HDMI cable before making other connections. Y/ VIDEO HDMI 1 2 1. Enable HDMI Control for the A/V receiver as 2. 3. 4. 5. described in “Enabling HDMI Control of CEC Devices” on the previous page. Power on the HDMI device you wish to connect to the A/V receiver (such as a disc player, cable box, or satellite receiver).
Appendices Appendix C: HDMI Control of CEC Devices, continued Resolving CEC Conflicts Using HDMI Control Because each manufacturer selects which CEC functions to support, some devices can conflict with other devices. If control conflicts arise, you can: • Turn off TV control of an individual CEC-enabled device (see below). • Turn off CEC in the setup menu of one of the devices.
Appendices Appendix D: TV Care Lamp-Cartridge Replacement CAUTION: If the television is on, press POWER to turn it off. Unplug the television and allow it to cool for at least one hour before attempting to replace the lamp cartridge. Lamp CAUTION The light source for this television is a lamp, which is part of a lamp cartridge assembly. The life of the lamp can BURN DANGER! HOT SURFACES INSIDE! vary, based on the lamp itself, the air Touch lamp cartridge handle only.
Appendices Appendix D: TV Care, continued Lamp-Cartridge Replacement Removing the Old Lamp Cartridge 1. Turn off TV power and unplug the TV. Allow the 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. lamp to cool for at least one hour before proceeding. After the lamp has cooled, remove the cover of the lamp compartment, located on the back of the TV. Refer to figures 1 and 2. Use a #2 (medium) Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screw securing the cover.
Appendices Appendix D: TV Care, continued Cleaning Recommendations Normally, light dusting with a dry, non-scratching duster will keep your TV clean. If cleaning beyond this is needed, please use the following guidelines: First, turn off the TV and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Occasionally clean dust build-up from the air-intake grilles on the back and sides of the TV. Clean using a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment.
Appendices 91 Appendix E: Troubleshooting TV Reset Comparison Guide You can resolve many common TV problems using the reset functions described in the following table. See also the troubleshooting suggestions later in this appendix. IMPORTANT Before you change sound or picture settings: If picture or sound settings seem wrong for a broadcast channel (a channel from the ANT input, a cable box, or satellite receiver), first check other channels from the same input before changing settings.
Appendices Appendix E: Troubleshooting, continued Reset Name When to Use How to Use Resulting Action A/V Reset (for all inputs) To reset audio and video adjustments for all inputs to the original factory settings. While viewing the TV, press the control-panel buttons INPUT and VOLUME DOWN at the same time for at least two seconds. All Audio and Video settings are returned to the original factory settings, including global settings including global settings not affected by Picture > Reset.
Appendices 93 Appendix E: Troubleshooting, continued Reset Name When to Use How to Use Resulting Action VUDU Reset VUDU Account Password You have forgotten your account password. Using a computer, go to www.VUDU.com. Reset your account password from the VUDU website (requires access to e-mail). VUDU Reset Parental Controls Pass Code You have forgotten your pass code. Call VUDU Customer Care at 1-888-554-VUDU (8838). VUDU Customer Care will reset your pass code.
Appendices Appendix E: Troubleshooting, continued General TV Operation Symptom 11. I have turned on CEC for my HDMI devices but control is erratic and I wish to disable it. Remarks • • • First turn off the TV’s HDMI control for the specific device. Open the Inputs > HDMI Control menu, select the device, select Off. Disable CEC on the device itself. See the device’s instructions. If the problem persists, do the following: 1. Disconnect the device from the TV. 2.
Appendices 95 Appendix E: Troubleshooting, continued TV Power On/Off Symptom Remarks 1. TV takes an excessively long time to power on. When powered on, the TV needs time to boot up, just as a computer does. 2. You cannot program the TV to turn on automatically (Timer function) • • The TV may be locked. The clock may not be set. 3. TV turned itself off and the light on the front panel started to flash. • Momentary power fluctuation can cause the TV to turn off to prevent damage.
Appendices Appendix E: Troubleshooting, continued 7. A color program appears as a black and white image, or the colors are dim, or the screen is black. • • • 8. Picture from an HDMI input is noisy (poor quality). • • 9. The image from a computer appears distorted when viewed on the TV. • • If using component video, check that the red, green, and blue input cables are correctly connected to the red, green, and blue component video jacks.
Appendices 97 Appendix E: Troubleshooting, continued Home Network Symptom Remarks 1. I cannot connect the TV to the network. Go to the Setup > Network menu. Obtain the TV MAC address and provide it to the router. 2. I plugged in a wireless USB adapter, but the wireless connection is not working. The network may be locked. Go to Setup > Network. Highlight the network name and supply the pass code. 3. The INTERNET key only goes to VUDU. Normal operation.
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Index Index A Accent Lighting 58 Anamorphic Picture Format 32 Antenna Input (ANT) 20, 21 Setting Up 12 Signal Strength for Digital Channels 30 Antennaweb.
Index Photo Viewing 38 Picture Picture Menu Adjustments 49 Picture Quality and Film Mode 50 Shape (format) 16, 18, 32 Troubleshooting 95 Power On/Off 8 Troubleshooting 95 R Ratings (TV and Movie) 62 Rear Speakers 44 Remote Control Keys and Functions 9 Programming Instructions 78 Reset 90 Reset A/V Memory Reset (for the current input) 91 A/V Reset (for all inputs) 92 HDMI Auto Input Sensing 13 Pass Code 83 PerfectColor/PerfecTint 91 Remote Control 90 Remote Control Audio Lock 78 System Reset 11 TV Re
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