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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. 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. 12. 13. 14.
Table of Contents Introduction S et - up and Q uick U se G uide Safety/Precautions.........................................................3 Use the simple Set-Up Guide (supplied with your TV information packet) for details on: Table of Contents...........................................................4 • Antenna Hook-ups Welcome/Registration of Your TV...............................2 Features..........................................................................
How TO Set the TV eor Cabee TV Operation TkJOTE: If you went through L T Setup (in your Quick Use Guide), this task has already been completed for you. You need to make sure that the TV is set to pick up either Cable TV stations or Antenna signals. In other words, the TV needs to know whether you have connected a Cable TV signal or a normal antenna to its ANTENNA plug. CbeginJ Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or T buttons to select the word CABLE with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
□I Adding Channels in Memory (Auto Programming) "^JOTE: If you went through 1 T Setup (in your Quick Use Guide), this task has already been completed for you. Your TV can automatically set itself for local area (or Cable TV) channels. This makes it easy for you to select only the TV stations in your area when the CH(annel) AT buttons are pressed. CBEOINJ Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or T buttons to select the word PROGRAM with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
Adding Channels in Memory (Manually uto Programming (see previous page) adds all the channels it can find (on your Antenna or Cable TV system) into the TV's memory. Add/Delete Channels makes it easy for you to add other channels, or drop unwanted channels, from the list of channels in the TV's memory. A [BECINJ Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or ▼ buttons to select the word CHANNEL with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
How TO Select the Closed Caption Feature losed Captioning allows you to read the voice content of televi sion programs on the TV screen. Designed to help the hearing impaired this feature uses on-screen "text boxes" to show dialogue and conversations while the TV pro gram is in progress. C f begin) <¡^1^ Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or T to select the word CAPTION with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
How TO Set the TV for Stereo Programs our TV can receive broadcast stereo TV programs. The TV has both an amplifier and twin speakers through which the stereo sound can be heard. y Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or ▼ buttons to select the word STEREO with the TV’s on-screen arrow. I COLOR ÎIRT SHARi’Nf.SS IDSTEREO SAP I SOUNDIMAcd Press the (- ) button to turn the STEREO MODE ON. h I^ Press STATUS to clear the screen. 1^^ ' / S m VK l H k i .
□ Using the Incredible Stereo Feature fT^he Incredible Stereo feature X can be turned ON by using the Sound Image control. Sound Image adds greater depth and dimension to both monaural (MONO) and stereo TV sound. With the control turned ON the TV's speakers can add even wider sound separation to normal broadcasts. t BEGIN) Press the MENU (M) button colon on the remote, then press the MENU A or ▼ buttons to select the word SOUND IMAGE with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
Using the TV Volume Bar Control T Jse the Volume Bar control to see Ly the TV’s volume level settings on the TV screen. Once set the Volume Bar will be seen each time the VOLUME buttons {on the TV or remote) are pressed. c Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU ▲ or T buttons to select the words VOL. BAR with the TV’s on-screen Arrow. Press the (+) button to turn the I VOL BAR control ON. Press STATUS button to clear the screen. ' / Smaki Hli.I' Try it out.
Setting the Surf and Smart Surf Controu □ "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 Smart Surf control allows you to set up to 10 channels in its quick viewing “list”. A 2 CHANNELSURFCurrent and one previ ous channel. I iMPUT GAUlg OHANNn!. QSURF »¿MT.
How TO Adjust the TV Picture !□ 'o adjust your TV picture con trols, select a channel and follow the steps shown below: T Cbegin) the MENU (M) button on the Press remote, then press the MENU A or ▼ buttons until the desired con trol shows on-screen. Press the (+) and (-) buttons to adjust the selected color control. Press the STATUS button to clear the screen when picture adjust ments are completed. SHARPN BRGHTNESS STFRg.
Setting the Sleep Timer Control □l T Tave you ever fallen asleep in A J. 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. Press the SLEEP button on the remote. Note: You can also press the MENU A or T on the remote or TV to select the word SLEEP with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
How TO Adjust the Set Clock Control "A TOTE: If you went through First 1 ▼ Time Setup (page 2 of the Quick Use Guide), this task has already been completed for you. 1 Your TV comes with an on-screen clock. During normal use the clock shows on the screen with every chan nel change (and when the STATUS button is pressed.) CbeoinJ Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then the MENU A or ▼ buttons to select the words SET CLOCK with the TV’s on-screen arrow.
Setting the Set Timer Control On TiMi;u Tust like an alarm clock you %/ can set the TV to turn itself on at the same time everyday. Remember, the TIMER SET TING will not take place unless the TIMER Menu con trol is also set to "ON". (See TIMER control section). [BEOINJ Press MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or T buttons to select the words SET TIMER with the TV’s on-screen arrow. The remote's num ber buttons can also be used to set the clock.
Setting the Timer ON/OFF Control □ Tl RNINC; TliMKU O n /() i !■ fter you have set the timer to the correct time, this feature allows you to turn the timer ON or OFF. A Remember s to select SET TIMER and enter the time you want the TV to turn on. CBEOINj
How TO Set the Channel Reminder ith the Reminder control ON the TV automatically shows you the current time and channel every thirty minutes. W Remember, ^ if Closed Captioning is ON, neither the Channel Reminder or the "MUTE" sound indi cator will show on the TV screen. iBEQINl <î> Press the MENU (M) button on the remote, then press the MENU A or ▼ buttons to select the word REMINDER with the TV’s on-screen arrow. Press the (+) button to turn REMINDER ON. Press STATUS button to clear the screen.
Using the TV Speaker Control and Audio Output Jacks o ould you like to hear TV pro grams through your audio hifi system? The TV's Audio Output jacks and TV Speaker OnlOjf con trol work together to offer you this TV sound option. W Cbeoin] kOI I . Connect the R(ight) and L(eft) AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV to the R and L Audio Input jacks on your amplifier or sound system. Set the audio system's volume to normal listening level. / Thrn the TV and audio system ON.
How TO Use the AudioA^ideq Input Jacks (Continued) □ ’ou can view the playback of VCR tapes (Video Disc Players, camcorders, etc), by using the AUDIO and VIDEO INPUT jacks (on the rear of the TV). F PICTURE AND SOUND FROM PLAY BACK OF VCR TAPE For example: to view the play back of a VCR tape: (begin! <$> Connect the VIDEO and AUDIO IN(put) jacks on the TV to the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT(put) jacks on the VCR.
How TO Use the AudioA^ideo Input Jacks (Con itnued) ^he S(uper)-Video connection on the rear of the TV is used for the playback ofS-VHS VCR tapes, Video Discs, Video Games or Compact Disc Interactive (cd-i) discs. Better picture detail and clarity is possible with the S-Video playback as compared to the pic ture from a normal antenna (RF) connection.
Using the Smart Picture Control □I 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 Smart Picture feature quickly resets your TV's video controls for a number of differ ent types of programs and viewing conditions you may have in your home. Each Smart Picture setting is preset at the factory to automatically adjust the TV's Picture, Color, and Sharpness viewing control levels.
Using the Smart Sound Control re you tired of the sound of commercials following you into the next room or all through the house? Smart Sound allows you to preset a desired volume level that the TV sound will not go above. This makes for an even, more consistent sound by reducing the peaks and valleys that can occur during program changes or commercial breaks. A CbeoiisO Press the Smart button on the remote.
Setting the Remote to Work VCRs our remote control is set to work your TV and many infrared remote ( I R ) control VCRs. However, an easy one time step may be necessary before the remote will work your VCR. F Try this initial check to see if going on to the following section is necessary. CBEGIN3 Press the VCR System but ton on the remote. Point remote toward VCR I and press the POWER button. Does the remote turn the VCR ON? IF YES, ® and try the other VCR buttons on the remote.
A Tow that you have looked up the two-digit Remote Code Number for your brand of VCR (on previous page), you are ready to follow the four simple steps below. 1V Please read through steps 1-4 before beginning. Press and release the REC (RECORD) button. Within thirty seconds after releasing the REC button, press and release the VCR System button. roi o VOL Within thirty seconds after releasing the VCR System but ton, ENTER THE TWO DIGIT CODE NUMBER for the desired VCR.
Setting the Remote to Work Cable TV Converters our remote control is set to work your TV and many infrared remote ( I R ) control Cable Converters. However, an easy one-time step may be neces sary before the remote will work your Converter. y Try this initial check to see if going on to the following section is necessary. Press the CBL System button I on the remote. Point remote toward Cable Converter and press the POWER button.
A Tow that you have looked up 1 V the two-digit Remote Code Number for your brand of Cable Converter (on previous page), you are ready to follow the four simple steps below. Please read through steps 1-4 before beginning. CBEOINj Press and release the REC (RECORD) button. Within thirty seconds after releasing the REC button, press and release the CBL System button.
Setting Your Remote To Work VCRs, Converters - Search our TV remote can be set to work your VCR or Cable Converter by what is called the SEARCH method. y CABLE CONVERTER If the "REMOTE CODE" number method shown in the previous sec tion did not set your remote to work your VCR or Converter, then follow the easy steps listed below. Please read through steps 1-4 before beginning. [BEGIN) Press the POWER button on the VCR or Converter to turn the unit ON.
Using the Remote's VCR Buttons hen using the TV remote with a VCR, first make cer tain it is set to control your VCR (by the REMOTE CODE or SEARCH method - see earlier section). W CbeoinJ Press the VCR System butj ton on the remote. Play Button Press to playback a tape. Hold down after pressing the RECORD button to start a recording. Point the top of the remote toward the front of the VCR (remote sensor window) when pressing buttons. StQP Bpttffn Press to stop the tape.
Tips If Something Isn't Working lease make these simple checks before calling for ser vice. These tips can save you time and money since charges for TV installation and adjustment of customer controls are not cov ered under your warranty.
Glossary to Television Terms Coaxial Cable * A single solid antenna wire normally matched Programming * The procedure of adding or deleting channel with a metal plug (F-type) end coimector that screws (or pushes) directly onto a 75 Ohm input found on the Television or VCR. 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.
Index Accessories/Optional....................................................20-21, *Q/U-1 Programming Channels.....................................................6, 7, *Q/U-2 Remote Control............................................................................ 22-29,*Q/U-3 Adapter Connector............................................................................ 21,*Q/U-1 Requesting Service................................................................. 35, 38-40 Add/Delete Channels...........
Philips Consumer Electronics Company Factory Service Center Locations NOTE: If you reside in one of our Philips Factory Service Branch areas (see directory on back), you can contact the nearest Service Branch to obtain efficient and expedient repair for your product. If your product is In-Warranty, you should have proof-of-purchase to ensure No Charge Service. For Out-of-Warranty service, call the location nearest you.
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 AHENTION OF PHILIPS’ FACTORY SERVICE. AnD, IF THE PHONE NUMBER LISTED FOR YOU IS LONG DISTANCE, CAU. 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 Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product ispurchase. Attach it to this owner’s manual and keep both nearby.
