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user’s guide | LCD FLAT PANEL HDTV For use with models: L42FHD2X48/L46FHD2X48 /L52FHD2X48 contents connections 7 remote 20 features 28 menus 34 FAQs 41 warranty 47 Table of contents 1
Important Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous main voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all instructions. 2. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4. Do not negate the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................... i Chapter 1 I Connections & Setup Before Initial Setup .......................................................................................................................... 7 Protect Against Power Surges ............................................................................................................ 7 Safety Information ......
Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order).................................................................................. 18 Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV ............................................................................................. 19 Side Input Jacks ............................................................................................................................... 19 Side Panel Buttons ...................................................................................
Chapter 4 I Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System ................................................................................................................. 34 Sound Menu .................................................................................................................................... 34 Picture Menu ................................................................................................................................... 35 Channel List Menu ..............................
1 Connections and Setup Before Initial Setup Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip. NEVER plug your TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. • Turn off the TV before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions. Safety Information • Protect components from overheating.
Removing Table Stand Your TV comes with the table stand attached. If you want to mount your TV to the wall, remove the table stand by following the instructions below: 3 Step 1 Step 2 1. Take the TV bag and place it on a flat table. Remove the Table Stand from the TV cabinet by 2. Take the TV set and place it face down on taking off the three size M6 St-screws with a the TV bag. screwdriver.
Obtain the Signal The first step in connecting your TV is obtaining the signal. The back panel of your TV allows you to receive analog and/or digital channels by using the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT. Before you connect your TV, you have to determine whether you will be using an antenna or a cable service to obtain the signal. What You Need Antenna (Rabbit Ears) or Outdoor Antenna with Coaxial Cable Plug the antenna or coaxial cable from the wall outlet into the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT on the back of the TV.
Choose Your Connections Note for US Customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of There are several ways to connect components, such as DVD players and setup boxes, to your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which connections are best for you. Proceed to the appropriate pages to connect your components. Jacks Used Cable Needed Go to...
Connecting a Component with Composite Video (Good) To connect a component with a video output jack, such as a DVD player, follow these steps: Example: DVD Player 1. Connect your cable and/or off-air antenna as described on page 9. 2. Connect the video cable to the (VID 2) VIDEO jack on the side of the TV and to the video output jack on the DVD player. 3. Connect the red and white audio cables to the (VID 2) right and left audio jacks on the side of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the DVD player.
Component Video Connection This is an example of a connection using the component video jacks. Go to page 11 for specific instructions. Green Red Blue COMPONENT VIDEO CABLES (Y Pb Pr) ARE COLOR CODEDGREEN, BLUE AND RED Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 9 Red for instructions.
HDMI/DVI Connection (Best) This is an example of a connection using the HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 jack. Go to page 12 for specific instructions. Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get AUDIO a picture. Go to page 9 PC INPUT for instructions.
PC Connection This is an example of a connection using the PC VIDEO jack. Go to page 13 for specific instructions. Don’t forget: If necessary, connect antenna or cable to get a picture. Go to page 9 AUDIO for instructions. PC INPUT VIDEO Viewing the Picture from the Connected Component 1. Plug in the TV (see page 15 for details) and the component, such as a DVD player or a VCR. 2. Turn on the TV and the component you want to view. 3.
Plug in the TV Plug the end of the power cord into the back of the TV. Plug the other end into an outlet, inserting the plug completely. Do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by a light switch. Put Batteries in the Remote • Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote control by pushing the tab and lifting off the cover. • Insert 2 AA batteries, making sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. • Replace the cover.
Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV allows all of the TV’s features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV, the language screen appears. Set the Menu Language Menu Language The first step of the setup requires you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If English is your preferred language, press the OK button or right arrow and proceed to set the TV Location Mode.
What To Expect Watching TV Analog Channels An “A” at the bottom of the screen denotes that you are watching an analog channel. Analog video is sent in a 4/3 format. Your TV can display these channels in a 16/9 format by pressing the FORMAT buttons to view the different formats available. Go to page 33 for more explanation of screen formats. Digital Channels A “D” at the bottom of the screen denotes that you are watching a digital channel.
Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) HDMI INPUT 3 This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV/DVD. There are several ways to connect components. HDMI INPUT 2 ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 1 (VID 1) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a HDMI/DVI INPUT 1 VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 1 jack.
Buttons and Other Jacks on Your TV Side Input Jacks HEADPHONES Allow you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT 2 (VID 2) Lets you connect a component that has composite video jacks, such as a VCR or DVD player. • L AUDIO Provides left audio connection when using the VIDEO INPUT 2 jack. The left audio connectors are usually white. Use when connecting to the VIDEO INPUT. For mono audio sources, be sure to use the left AUDIO INPUT.
2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons TV Functions Alphanumeric Buttons Using these buttons, enter channel numbers, time setting. To enter a channel, press the number buttons and press OK (or let the entry timeout). To enter a digital channel with a sub-channel, enter the main channel; then, press the right arrow to enter the sub-channel and press OK. Arrows ( / / / ) Use the four arrows to highlight different items in the TV menu and to adjust the menu controls.
MUTE Reduces the TV volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume. OK When in the menu system, pressing the OK button selects the highlighted item. PIC Press the PIC button to display the Picture sub-menus. ON•OFF When in TV Mode, pressing the ON•OFF button turns the TV on or off. If in another programmed mode (SAT/AUX or DVD), pressing the ON•OFF button turns the component on or off.
Programming the Remote The CANCEL button is used as visual feedback during the programming operation. During programming, the CANCEL button illuminates when buttons are pressed and turns off when buttons are released. When programming is finished, the CANCEL button blinks slowly to indicate success and blinks rapidly to indicate failure. Note: All component buttons are inoperable during Programming Mode.
6. When all codes have been searched, the CANCEL button blinks rapidly to indicate failure, and the remote returns to normal operation. Note: If you accidentally passed the code before saving it, use the left arrow to backtrack through the codes. Use the right arrow to go forward through the codes again. Once the left or right arrow has been pressed, the search mode changes to Manual Code Search. Using the Remote Once the remote has been programmed successfully, it is ready to operate your components.
Remote Code List Note: The codes are programmable to any of the device buttons (SAT /AUX or DVD) on the remote. The remote code is a 4-digit code. The first digit indicates the database device type (0 for DVD, 1 for Satellite TV, 2 for Cable, 3 for DVR, 4 for VCR, 5 for Audio and 6 for CD), the following 3 digits indicate the brands as follows: Audio Codes Accuphase ......................................................032 Accurus ...........................................................033 ADC .........
NET Brazil ....................................................006 Novavision ....................................................027 NSC ..............................................................064 Oak .........................................................053 066 Pace ...................007 008 009 010 011 012 013 014 015 016 017 022 024 025 Panasonic .......................................077 080 085 Paragon ..........................................................085 Philips ....................
Sonic Blue ...................................059 061 063 066 Sony ..........001 020 037 115 118 121 122 123 131 133 135 154 155 158 163 168 223 229 268 283 306 307 308 335 354 358 360 362 381 392 394 427 428 433 435 440 442 446 455 464 466 482 483 Sungale ........................................................270 Superscan ........................................................023 SVA ..............................................................096 Sylvania ................
Akai .............................................017 018 033 127 Alienware...........................................................038 American High .................................................025 Apex ...............................................................074 Asha ...............................................................021 Audio Dynamics ...............................................019 Audiovox ..........................................022 035 121 Bang & Olufsen ...................
3 Using TV Features Channel Banner There are several indicators that may appear when you press the INFO button on the remote control. This display is called the Channel Banner. The following list describes the items on the Channel Banner screen (left to right and top to bottom). TruSurroundXT This is sound mode. Go to page 34 for more information. Stereo This is sound type.
4. Choose which component button you would like to set: Set DVD Channel - Allows you to set the channel the TV tunes to when you press the DVD button. Set SAT-AUX Channel - Allows you to set the channel the TV tunes to when you press the SAT/AUX button. 5. Press the left or right arrow to select the choice that matches the way you have the component connected to this TV.
Exit Sound Picture Channel List Setup Parental Control Time USB Go Back Lock Parental Control Select Channel HDMI1 HDMI1 Block Channel Block Buttons US V-Chip Canada V-Chip Unrated/Exempt Ratings View To lock parental controls, enter 4 digit password using the digit keys. Note: If you do not lock Lock Parental Controls • When the Parental Control Menu is accessed from the Main Menu and the parental controls are permanently unlocked, the following message is displayed: “Parental Controls are UNLOCKED.
5. Press the OK button to toggle between View and Block. The status for the rating and all higher ratings automatically changes to Block. 6. Use the MENU button repeatedly to return to the Parental Control Menu. 7. Select Lock Parental Control from the Parental Control Menu. For rating limits to take effect, enter the correct password twice.
Blocking Canada V-Chip Ratings If you receive Canadian programs, you can block Canadian English and French V-Chip by ratings English Ratings Exit Sound Picture Channel List Setup Parental Control Time USB Go Back 18+ 14+ PG G C8+ C View View View View View View only. When you block a particular rating, you automatically block the higher-rated programs as well. To block Canadian English and French program ratings, follow these steps: 1. Press MENU on the remote control (the Main Menu appears). 2.
Additional Features There are additional features available unrelated to parental controls. These features can be found in other menus. Fetch Feature This is a unique “Fetch” remote control finder function on the HDTV. Pressing the MENU and VOLUME UP buttons on the side panel of the TV set at the same time causes the remote control to bark from its current location. Screen Formats Screen format refers to the way the picture is displayed on your TV.
4 Using the TV Menu Using the Menu System This section explores the menus of your TV. Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the most from your TV. The Parental Control Menu is discussed in Chapter 3. To access the menu Exit Sound Picture Channel List Setup Parental Control Time USB system, follow these steps: 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the up or down arrow to highlight an option and press OK to display it. The name of the menu is displayed at the top of the menu screen. 3.
Dynamic Bass Improves bass output. Displays a choice list of available settings: Off and On. Balance Press the left or right arrow to adjust the level of audio sent to the left and right speakers. Auto Volume Level Reduces the annoying blasts in volume during commercial breaks and also amplifies softer sounds in program material. Eliminates the need to constantly adjust the volume. Internal Speakers Turns the internal speakers off and on.
Video Noise Reduction (not available on PC) - This setting reduces picture “static” or any type of interference. This feature is especially useful for providing a clearer picture in weak analog signal conditions. Press the right arrow to choose between these options: Off for no noise reduction. Low for a softer, smoother picture that retains picture sharpness and detail. Medium for a slightly softer picture than the Low setting.
Channel List Menu The Channel List Menu allows you to view all the channels available in your channel list. Press the up or down arrow to highlight a channel. Press the OK button to tune to the channel. Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows you to configure the TV with your preferences. Press MENU on the remote control; then highlight and select Setup from the Main Menu. Channel Setup Signal Type Choose the type of signal you have connected to the ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT.
Digital CC Style Exit Sound Picture Channel List Setup Parental Control Time USB Go Back Digital CC Size Digital CC Font Digital CC Opacity Digital CC Color Digital CC Back. Opacity Digital CC Back. Color Standard Semi Serif Solid White Solid Black Press < / > or OK to change this setting. Analog CC Type If available, this option allows you to select the captioning mode used for displaying captioning information.
• When the TV is on and the DVD player is turned on with the disc already loaded, the TV automatically switches to the associated input and initiates play. • If you connect another HDMI CEC component and/or change the HDMI input used for an existing HDMI CEC component, you should turn the HDMI CEC function off and then turn it on again in order for the TV to complete a new search for the connected devices. Parental Control Menu The Parental Control Menu is explained in Chapter 3.
USB Menu The USB feature allows you to play audio files (format supported: MP3) or display pictures (format supported: JPEG). Select USB in the Main Menu; then select USB Device. Exit Sound Picture Channel List Setup Parental Control Time USB USB Device Picture If you have pictures on the USB component connected to your TV, this menu allows you to view the pictures individually by pressing the up or down arrow to highlight the pictures (the picture is displayed on the right).
5 Other Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What’s the quickest way to view High Definition (HD) video? Connect an off-air antenna to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input to view free local digital channels. You may need to purchase an antenna. (See page 9 for more information). Visit www.antennaweb.org for assistance in deciding what type of antenna to use to receive the local digital channels available to you.
Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV can be corrected by consulting the following troubleshooting list. TV Problems The TV won’t turn on. • Make sure the TV is plugged in. • Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in another device. • The side panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the side panel controls. Select the Block Buttons feature on the Parental Control menu and press OK to uncheck the box.
The screen is blank. • Check your connections. If you used red, white and yellow cables to connect, make sure they're connected to the red, white and yellow AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT jacks on the side or back of the TV. • If you're trying to watch something that's playing on a component connected to the TV (like a DVD), press INPUT until you get to the correct video input channel. • Make sure the component connected to the TV is turned on. • Try another channel. The buttons on the side panel don’t work.
You are having problems with the HDMI Connection. • Make sure the HDMI or DVI component is turned on and the cables are firmly connected. If problems still occur, turn off your component and reconnect it. Reset the power by unplugging the power cord and plugging it back in. • If you are tuned to the HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3 or HDMI 4 INPUT and you’re receiving an Unusable Signal message onscreen, press the INFO button on the remote.
V-Chip Rating Explanations US V-Chip Rating System TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicit sexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V). TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) Contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14.
C8+ (Children 8 and older) Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts.
TTE Technology, Inc. (“TTE”) Limited Warranty All LCD Models EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND AS DESCRIBED BELOW TTE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS, ALL ACTUAL AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT USED FOR INSTITUTIONAL OR OTHER COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RENTAL PURPOSES).
What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and related adjustments. • Damage resulting from non-approved installation methods. • Signal reception problems not caused by your unit. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • Batteries.
TTE Technology Canada Ltd. (“TTE”) Limited Warranty EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND AS DESCRIBED BELOW TTE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS, ALL ACTUAL AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT USED FOR INSTITUTIONAL OR OTHER COMMERCIAL PURPOSES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RENTAL PURPOSES). What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship to the original purchaser.
Your warranty does not cover damages which are caused by: • Fire, accident, lightening, flood and/or other acts of God; • Faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal reception, adjustment of con sumer controls and/or improper maintenance; and/or • Failure which results from misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, and/or alteration.
Care and Cleaning Caution: Turn OFF your TV before cleaning. You can clean the TV as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. IMPORTANT: Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. These types of cleaners will damage the TV. The TV’s screen may be cleaned with a soft, lint-free cloth as well. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen.
ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
