Color Television TS2779C1 Instructions for use 3121 235 20001
Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to. Once your PHILIPS MAGNAVOX purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a PHILIPS MAGNAVOX product. So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once. And take advantage of these important benefits.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Read before operating equipment This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of. 11.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Here are a few of the special features built into this new Color Television: Welcome/Registration of Your TV ............................2 Safety/Precautions .....................................................3 Table of Contents.......................................................4 Features ......................................................................
HOW TO ADJUST THE TV PICTURE T o adjust your TV picture controls, select a channel and follow the steps shown below: BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP © or DOWN ■ buttons until the word BRIGHTNESS is highlighted. (Or, COLOR, PICTURE, SHARPNESS, TINT, COL. TEMP. depending on the adjustment you want to make.
ACTIVATING THE CONTRAST PLUS (BLACK STRETCH) CONTROL T he Contrast Plus (Black Stretch) feature helps to “sharpen” the picture quality. The black portions of the picture become richer in darkness and the whites become brighter. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ buttons until the words CONTRAST PLUS are highlighted. TINT 0 COL. TEMP.
ACTIVATING THE NOISE REDUCTION (PICTURE) CONTROL F or reasons such as poor cable reception, the picture can sometimes appear slightly “speckled” (or signal noise shown in the picture). The NOISE REDUCTION control can help eliminate this type of interference and improve the quality of the picture. BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. COL. TEMP. NORMAL CONTRAST PLUS Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the words NOISE REDUCTION are highlighted.
SETTING THE TV’S CLOCK Y our television comes with an onscreen clock. During normal operation the clock appears on the screen when the STATUS/EXIT button is pressed or when a channel change occurs. BEGIN Press the CLOCK button on the remote to display the onscreen CLOCK menu. Press the CURSOR UP © OR CURSOR DOWN ■ buttons until the words SET CLOCK are highlighted. SET CLOCK - - :- - AM TIMER ACTIVATE ON CHANNEL 12 SET CLOCK Enter the current time using the NUMBERED buttons.
ACTIVATING THE TV’S ON TIMER CONTROL J ust like an alarm clock you can set the TV to turn itself on at the same time everyday. BEGIN Press the CLOCK button to display the Clock onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the words TIMER ACTIVATE are highlighted.. Press the CURSOR RIGHT SET CLOCK 10:00 AM TIMER ACTIVATE ©© or CURSOR LEFT §§ but- CHANNEL ton to select ON (if activating) or OFF (if deactivating) the Timer control.
ACTIVATING THE START UP CHANNEL U sed along with the Clock features, you can select a specific channel that the television will tune to when the Timer Activate control is turned ON. BEGIN Press the CLOCK button to display the Clock onscreen menu. SET CLOCK Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the word CHANNEL is highlighted.
SETTING THE TV’S START UP TIME U sed along with the Clock feature, you can select a specific time the television will turn on when the Timer Activate control is turned ON. BEGIN Press the CLOCK button to display the Clock onscreen menu. TIMER ACTIVATE Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the words START TIME are highlighted.
USING THE CLOSED CAPTION CONTROL C losed Captioning (CC) allows you to read the voice content of television programs on the TV screen. Designed to help the hearing impaired, this feature uses onscreen “text boxes” to show dialogue and conversations while the TV program is in progress. NOTE: Not all TV programs and product commercials are made for broadcast with Closed Caption (CC) information included.
USING THE SLEEP TIMER CONTROL H ave you ever fallen asleep in front of the TV only to have it wake you up at two in the morning with a test pattern screeching in your ears? Well, your TV can save you all that trouble by automatically turning itself off. 12 15 MIN BEGIN 12 Press the SLEEP button on the remote control and the SLEEP timer will appear on the screen.
USING THE TV VOLUME BAR CONTROL U se the Volume Bar control to see the TV’s volume level settings on the TV screen. The Volume Bar will be seen each time the VOLUME buttons (on the TV or remote) are pressed. BEGIN CONTRAST PLUS ON NOISE REDUCTION ON VOLUME 15 BALANCE Press the MENU button to display the onscreen menu. Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ buttons until the word VOLUME is highlighted.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL T he SmartLock feature is an integrated circuit that receives and processes data sent by broadcasters, or other program providers, that contain program content advisories. When programmed by the viewer, a TV with SmartLock can respond to the content advisories and block program content that may be found objectionable (such as offensive language, violence, sexual situations, etc.). This is a great feature to censor the type of viewing children may watch.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL (ACCESS CODE) O ver the next few pages you’ll learn how to block channels and get a better understanding of the rating terms for certain programming. First, let’s start by learning how to set a personal access code: SLEEPTIMER © CC OFF ACCESS CODE _ _ _ _ Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ buttons until the words SmartLock are highlighted. Press the CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the words CHANGE CODE are highlighted.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL (BLOCK CHANNEL) A fter your personal access code has been set (see previous page), you are now ready to select the channels you want to block out or censor. © INPUT BEGIN SLEEPTIMER Press the MENU button on the remote to show the onscreen menu. OFF © CLOCK CC Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the words SmartLock are highlighted.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL (BLOCKING OPTIONS) S martLock offers the viewer other blocking features as well. With these Blocking Option features, the censoring can be turned ON or OFF. © INPUT SLEEPTIMER OFF © CLOCK Press the MENU button on the remote to display the onscreen menu. SmartLock © SmartLock BEGIN CC OFF ACCESS CODE _ _ _ _ Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ buttons until the words SMART LOCK are highlighted.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL (MOVIE RATINGS) SMART HELP T here are two types of program ratings within the SmartLock feature. One is based on the Movie Industry ratings while the other is based on the TV Industry ratings. Both can be used to block or censor programming that has been rated in either manner.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL (PARENTAL GUIDELINES) SMART HELP T his portion of the SmartLock features cover program ratings based on the TV Industry rating system. This is know as Parental Guideline within SmartLock. After selecting the SmartLock feature and entering your personal access code, the BLOCK/CHANGE CODE screen appears; BLOCK © CHANGE CODE © Remember: Selecting to block any rating will cause all the higher ratings to also be blocked automatically.
UNDERSTANDING THE SMARTLOCK™ CONTROL (REVIEW SCREEN) N ow that you’ve learn how to block channels or censor your viewing using the Movie Ratings or Parental (TV) Guidelines let’s review what you’ve done. The SmartLock Review feature allows you to see what has been blocked. Whenever the Menu button is pressed the onscreen menu will be displayed with the SmartLock Review highlighted.
USING THE TREBLE, BASS AND BALANCE CONTROLS B esides the normal volume level control, your TV also has BALANCE, BASS and TREBLE controls for sound adjustments. The BALANCE control allows the listener to adjust the sound being heard between the right and left TV speakers. The controls work just like the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE controls on any hi-fi stereo audio system.
HOW TO SET THE TV FOR STEREO PROGRAMS Y our TV can detect a stereo signal and will set itself automatically so the stereo sound can be heard. However, there may be occasions when you might want to set the TV to mono. The following steps describe how to change the SOUND control: BASS 30 INCREDIBLE SURR ON SOUND BEGIN Press the MENU button on the remote to show the onscreen menu. SAP OFF AVL ON Press the CURSOR UP © or CURSOR DOWN ■ button until the word SOUND is highlighted.
HOW TO USE THE INPUT CONTROL (A/V INPUTS) AUDIO/VIDEO INPUTS The TV’s Audio/Video Input jacks are for direct picture and sound connections between the TV and a VCR (or similar device) that has Audio/Video Output jacks. BACK OF TV VIDEO 75Ω L AUDIO S-VIDEO R in-1 in-2 out BEGIN 1 Connect the VIDEO (yellow) CABLE to the VIDEO IN 1 jack on the back of the TV. Then connect the AUDIO (red and white) CABLES to the AUDIO (left and right) IN 1 jacks on the rear of the TV.
HOW TO USE THE AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT JACKS S-VIDEO INPUT The S(uper)-Video connection on the rear of the television can give you better picture detail and clarity, for the playback of S-VHS VCR tapes, or Digital Video Discs than the normal antenna picture connections. VIDEO 75Ω L AUDIO S-VIDEO R in-1 Note: The accessory device being used must have a S-Video Output to complete this connection. The following steps show the connections to the S-VIDEO and AUDIO IN 2 input jacks.
USING THE AUDIO/VIDEO OUPUT JACKS A/V OUTPUTS W ould you like to hear TV programs through your audio hi-fi system? The TV's Audio output jacks can be used to perform this TV sound option. BACK OF TV BEGIN Connect the R(ight) and L(eft) AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV to the R and L Audio Input jacks on you amplifier or sound system. Set the audios system's volume to a normal listening level. 1 L AUDIO R S-VIDEO in-1 MUTE – VOLUME + Turn the TV and the audio system ON.
USING THE SMARTPICTURE™ CONTROL W hether you’re watching a movie or a video game, your TV has automatic video control settings matched for your current program source or content. The SmartPicture feature quickly resets your TV’s video controls for a number of different types of programs and viewing conditions you may have in your home. Each SmartPicture setting is preset at the factory to automatically adjust the TV’s Brightness, Color, Picture, Sharpness, Tint, and Color Temperature levels.
USING THE SMARTSOUND™ CONTROL SMART HELP T he SmartSound feature allows the listener to select between four different factory set sound options. Personal (which can be set by the user), Theater (for movie viewing), Music (for musical type programming) and Voice (when the program is mainly dialogue). To select any of the options follow the directions below. Remember, SmartSound works only with the programs coming through the 75 V input jack on the rear of the TV (RF audio).
USING THE TV’S SMARTSURF™ CONTROL A “list” or series of previously viewed channels can be selected with the SURF button on your remote control. With this feature you can easily switch between different TV programs that currently interest you. The SmartSurf control allows you set up to eight channels in its quick viewing “list”. 5 5 ADDED BEGIN Press the CHANNEL (+) or (–) buttons (or the NUMBER buttons) to select a channel to add to the SURF list.
SETTING THE REMOTE CONTROL TO WORK WITH OTHER DEVICES Y our remote control is set to work your TV and many infrared remote (IR) control VCRs, Cable Boxes, Satellite Systems, DBS, etc. However, an easy onetime step may be necessary before the remote will work your VCR. Try this initial check to see if going on to the following section is necessary. SLEEP 1 VCR VCR STATUS/EXIT CC RECORD TV BEGIN Place the TV/VCR/ACC Mode Switch in the proper position.
SETTING THE REMOTE CONTROL TO WORK WITH OTHER DEVICES Direct Access Method N ow that you have looked up the three-digit Remote Code Number for your brand of device, you are ready to follow the four simple steps below. POWER 1 Please read through steps 1-4 before beginning. A/CH VCR 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SMART 0 VCR SOUND PICTURE MENU SURF Satellite Receiver or DBS, etc.
SETTING THE REMOTE CONTROL TO WORK WITH OTHER DEVICES Search Method Y our TV remote can be set to work various external devices such as VCRs, Cable Boxes, Satellite Receivers, DBS, etc. by what is called the search method of remote control programming. If the “DIRECT ACCESS” code number method (shown on the previous page) did not set your remote to work your accessory device, then follow the easy steps listed below.
REMOTE CONTROL DIRECT ENTRY CODES REMOTE CODE NO. VCR Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .048 Advantz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .000 Aiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .278 Aiwa . . . . . . . . . . .000, 037, 307, 348, 352 Akai . . . . . . .041, 049, 053, 061, 106, 315 Alba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 Amercian High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .035 Amstrad . .
REMOTE CONTROL DIRECT ENTRY CODES CABLE REMOTE CODE NO. CONVERTOR Eastern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .002, 274 Everquest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .015, 040 Filmnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .443 Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 France Telecom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451 GC Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .056 GEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .086 Ganard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
USING THE REMOTE’S VCR BUTTONS W hen using the TV remote with a VCR, first make certain it is set to control your VCR (by the REMOTE CODE or SEARCH method). BEGIN Set the TV/VCR/ACC mode switch to VCR on the remote. POWER BUTTON Press to turn the VCR ON and OFF. Point the top of the remote toward the front of the VCR (remote sensor window) when pressing the buttons. POWER SLEEP A/CH TV RECORD BUTTON Hold the (A/CH) • RECORD button down to begin a VCR recording.
TIPS IF SOMETHING ISN'T WORKING P lease make these simple checks before calling for service. These tips can save you time and money since charges for TV installation and adjustment of customer controls are not covered under your warranty. CAUTION: A video source (such as a video game, Compact Disc Interactive - CDI, or TV information channel) which shows a constant non-moving pattern on the TV screen, can cause picture tube damage.
GLOSSARY TO TELEVISION TERMS Coaxial Cable • A single solid antenna wire normally matched with a metal plug (F-type) end connector that screws (or pushes) directly onto a 75 Ohm input found on the Television or VCR. Programming • The procedure of adding or deleting channel numbers into the Television’s memory circuits. In this way the Television “remembers’’ only the locally available or desired channel numbers and skips over any unwanted channel numbers.
Philips Consumer Electronics Company Factory Service Center Locations Detroit/Toledo • Cleveland/ • • N Ohio • • Chicago ★ Columbus • San Francisco/Metro Area ★ Los Angeles ★ Charlotte • Knoxville/E Tennessee • ★ Pittsburgh/WV Area • Atlanta/N Georgia • Dallas ★ Wash/Balt ★ Orlando • ★ Indicates In-Home Service Only • Philadelphia/S New Jersey Houston/Galveston Beaumont • Tampa/W Florida 1-800-242-9225 ★ Ft.
QUALITY SERVICE IS AS CLOSE AS YOUR TELEPHONE! SIMPLY LOOK OVER THE LIST BELOW FOR THE NUMBER OF A FACTORY SERVICE CENTER NEAR YOU. YOUR PRODUCT WILL RECEIVE EFFICIENT AND EXPEDIENT CARRY-IN, MAIL-IN, OR IN-HOME SERVICE, AND YOU WILL RECEIVE PEACE OF MIND, KNOWING YOUR PRODUCT IS BEING GIVEN THE EXPERT ATTENTION OF PHILIPS’ FACTORY SERVICE. AND, IF THE PHONE NUMBER LISTED FOR YOUR AREA IS LONG DISTANCE, CALL 1-800-242-9225 FOR FACTORY SERVICE.
LIMITED WARRANTY COLOR TELEVISION 90 Days Free Labor One Year Free Replacement of Parts (Two Years Free Replacement on Color Picture Tube) This product can be repaired in-home. WHO IS COVERED? MAKE SURE YOU KEEP... You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase.
