Advent DV1418A User manual

USER MANUAL
Please read this manual carefully
before using this TV set and keep it
for future reference. DV1418A
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CONTENTS
Before Operation
Basic operation
Warning and cautions...........................................................................
Installation..............................................................................................3
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Preparation of the remote control..........................................................3
Function buttons and ........................................
Front panel of the TV set.....................................................................4
Rear panel of the TV set.......................................................................4
Using the remote control......................................................................5
Menu
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Specifications .....................................................................................30
Antenna Connection
External Connections
Functions
Connection to the external audio and video equipment..................28
Troubleshooting guide
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DVD Operation
DVD Features.......................................................................................18
Advanced Playback..............................................................................19
Special Function Playback...................................................................20
DVD System Setup................................................................................22
Playable Discs.......................................................................................26
Disc Protection and DVD Characteristics..........................................27
Others
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PRECAUTIONS
FCC WARNING-This equipment may
generate or use radio frequency
energy.Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful
interference unless the modifications are
expressly approved in the instruction
manual.The user could lose the authority
to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is
made.
LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser.Only a qualified
service person should remove the cover
or attempt to service this device,due to
possible eye injury.
CAUTION:USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
CAUTION:VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE
LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCK DEFEATED.DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM.
LOCATION:INSIDE,NEAR THE DECK
MECHANISM.

Important safety Instructions
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Cleaning the tube
Should the picture tube require cleaning, disconnect the power and use a dry soft cotton cloth. Do not
use any cleaner or abrasive cloths.
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.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
Uninsulated Dangerous Voltage, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock, is present within the cabinet of this unit.
ATTENTION
The Owner's Manual contains important operating and maintenance instructions. For
your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.
6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may
cause hazards.
7. WATERAND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable
operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit
should not be placed in a built-in installations such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer=s instructions have been adhered to.

Important safety Instructions
10. POWER SOURCES
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.
For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords shouldbe routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed uponor against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,convenience
receptacles, and thepoint where they exit from the appliance.
12. LIGHTNING
Toprotect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unusedfor long
periods of time,unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cablesystem. This
will prevent damageto the unit due to lightning and power line surges.
13. POWER LINES
An outside antennasystem should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power linesor other
electric light orpower circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines orcircuits. When installing
an outside antennasystem, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such powerlines
or circuits, ascontact with them might be fatal.
14. OVERLOADING
Do not overloadwall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire orelectric
shock.
15. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not pushobjects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerousvoltage
points or shortout parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spillor spray any type of
liquid into theunit.
16. SERVICING
Do not attemptto service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to
dangerous voltage orother hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
17. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this unitfrom the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel underthe
following conditions:
a. When thepower-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquidhas been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If theunit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If theunit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjustonly those
controls that arecovered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustmentof other
controls may resultin damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technicianto
restore the unitto its normal operation.
e. If theunit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f . Whenthe unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a needfor service.
18. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement partsare required, be sure the service technician uses replacementparts
specified by themanufacturer or those that have the same characteristics asthe original part.
Unauthorized substitutions mayresult in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
19. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion ofany service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician toperform safety
checks to determinethat the unit is in proper operating condition.
20. HEAT
The product shouldbe situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
21. DISC TRAY
Keep your fingerswell clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It maycause serious personalinjury.
22. CONNECTING
When you connectthe product to other equipment, turn off the powerand unplug all of the
equipment from thewall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock andserious personal
injury. Readthe owner's manualof the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when
making any connections.
23. SOUND VOLUME
Reduce the volumeto the minimum level before you turn on the product. Otherwise, suddenhigh
volume sound maycause hearing or speaker damage.
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Installation
Antenna connection
Generally speaking, to enjoy a clearer picture, we recommend that you use a CATV
system or an outdoor antenna .In different places, the suitable antenna type and position
may vary.
Preparation for the remote control
Battery installation
Tips for remote operation
Remove the battery cover.
When the remote control will not be used for a long period of time or when the
batteries are worn out, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.
Do not throw the batteries into fire. Dispose of used batteries in the specified
manner.
Do not drop, dampen or disassemble the remote control.
Insert two size AA batteries matching
the +/-polarities of the battery to the +/-
marks inside the battery compartment.
VHF UHF
AC power socket
Mixer
(not incl.)
Note:
* It is recommended that a 75 ohm coaxial antenna is used to avoid
interference.
*To avoid interference from electrical signals, do not bind the antenna
cable together with any mains lead.
2x "AA"
Antenna/ CATV input
75 standard
coaxial type
COAXIAL OUTPUT
OUT
IN
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Function Buttons and External
Connections
Rear panel of the TV set
Front panel the TV set
VIDEO L/MONO-AUDIO/R EARPHONE
Video Audio Earphone OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP CH- CH+ VOL- VOL+ MENU TV/DVD
TV/DVD
Menu
Channel Position
up/down
Volume up/ down
Stop
the DVD
Open/close
the DVD
Play
the DVD
Power Indicator
Signal Receiver Power Switch
COAXIAL OUTPUT
OUT
IN
VIDEO L R
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
Video output terminal
Video input terminal
S-Video terminal
Coaxial terminal
Antenna/ CATV input socket
Audio right channeloutput terminal
Audio left channeloutput terminal
Audio right channelinput terminal
Audio left channelinput terminal
COAXIAL OUTPUT
OUT
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LR
AUDIO
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Using the Remote Control
DVD/TV OPEN/CLOSE
NEXTPREV
REV FWD
STOP
PAUSE/STEP
D.MENU
CH+
CH-
PLAY/ENTER
VOL+
VOL+
VOL-
SETUP
SETUP
SUBTITLE
SUBTITLE
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PROGRAM
TITLE/PBC
TITLE/PBC
ANGLE
CCD
AUDIO
MENU
MUTE
SCAN
RECALL
EXIT
TV/AVP.STD
TIME
SLOW
DISPLAY
POWER
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SEARCH
SLEEP
D.CALL
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DVD Open/close
TV/DVD
Mute
Program Number
Multi-digit Channel Selection
Display
Exit Screen Display
Time Menu
Picture Mode
TV/AV Exchange
Volume Selection
Channel Selection
MENU
ZOOM
Scan
DVD FAST REVERSE / FAST FORWARD
DVD Cursor Move button
SLEEP
DVD PAUSE/STEP
DVD PLAY/ENTER
DVD STOP
DVD MENU
1O+ BUTTON
DVD SUBTITLE
DVD REPEAT
DVD PROGRAM
DVD ANGLE
DVD TITLE
DVD AUDIO
DVD CALL
Standby Power
CCD ( closed caption)
Channel Recall
DVD next Chapter
DVD previous Chapter
DVD Slow Motion
DVD SEARCH
DVD SETUP
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Buttons on the remote control
DVD A-B REPEAT
ZOOM
UP
DOWN
LEFT RIGHT

Remote Features
Power Button:
To turn power ON or OFF , press power button on remote control.
System and Channel Display Button:
This will showyou the current channel number.System will also
be displayed ifset.
Sleep TimerButton
This feature allows you to turn off the television in pre-selected
minutes (180.170,160, ........,10 and 0). To cancel, keep
pressing button untilyou exit out.
TV/AV input Button:
This button hasfive setting A)Video1, B)Video 2,C)DVD,D)TV .
Pressing this button will cycle you through each option.
Mute Button:
Press mute button to turn off the TV volume.
Direct AccessChannel Select & digital selector:
Follow the procedure select the channel.
One Digit ChannelSelect:
When you want to select one digit channel ,press 0 and other
digit.
Two DigitChannel Select:
When you want to select two-digit channel. Press the digit
select button twice, then enter the two digits.
Three Digit ChannelSelect:
When you want to select a three digit channel .Press the digit
select twice ,then enter the three digits .
Audio Button:(4)
You can stereo, Mono or SAP (Second Audio Programming)
choice by pressing audio button .Whenever you change the
channel ,you will see the text message on the button left corner
such as Stereo Received Stereo SAP Received or Mono
Received . This message depends on the broadcast format of
the TV program.
Audio Button:(4)
You can stereo, Mono or SAP (Second Audio Programming)
choice by pressing audio button .Whenever you change the
channel ,you will see the text message on the button left corner
such as Stereo Received Stereo SAP Received or Mono
Received . This message depends on the broadcast format of
the TV program.
DISPLAY
TV/AV
MUTE
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POWER
SLEEP
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CCD
CCD Button:
Press CCD buttonto set the C.Caption ON orOFF.
DVD/TV
DVD/TV Button:
Press this buttonto change between TV and DVD.
OPEN/CLOSE
OPEN/CLOSE Button:
Press this button to open or close the DVD disc tray .

Channel (+/-) Select Button:
You can go up and down thechannels by pressing CH (+)
button and CH (-) button. This button can also be used in adjusting the functions in
Menu Select Button:
You can select the menu by pressing the MENU button. You
can call onthe menu (PICTURE, TIME, TUNE andFUNCTION)
by pressing the corresponding button on the remote control.
the Menu Mode.
Volume (+/-) Select Button:
You can increase the volume by pressing VOL (+) button and
decrease VOL(-) button.This button can also be used in adjusting the function
selections in the Menu Mode.
Picture Preference Select Button:
By pressing this exclusive personal preference button, you can
select different preset brightness shades for various viewing
environments.
RECALL
P.STD
Program Scan Button:
This feature automaticallyscans the available channels.
Pressing it again stops the channel scanning.
SCAN
System and Channel Display Cancel Button:
This button allows you to turn off the channel display and exit
system menus.
EXIT
Last Channel Recall Button:
This feature allows you to recall the previously viewed channel.
TIME
Time Menu Button:
When pressed it displays Time Menu Screen.
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CH+
CH-
CH-
VOL+
VOL-
VOL-
MENU
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10+ Button:
This button canalso be used to select 2digit channel numbers.

Menu Functions
Video Setup:
Pressing MENU buttononce will bring the Video Setup menu on the TV.
The following is shown on your TV screen:
Follow the procedure below to adjust the picture quality of your choice:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to increase and decrease the level to your
preference for eachitem.
Adjustment of Picture Quality:
To adjust the picture quality from the factory preset read the following:
Picture: By increasing the level. It will adjust white areas of picture and by decreasing
the level , it will adjust black areas of picture.
Brightness: By increasing the level, it will add more light to dark parts of the picture
and by decreasing the level, it will add more dark to light parts of the picture.
Color: By increasing the level. It will adjust the low and the high level of the picture.
Sharpness: By increasing decreasing the level, it will show cleaner and clearer images
and by decreasing the level, it will make picture smoother.
Hue: You can adjust the tint of the picture by going into picture set up menu. By
decreasing the level, it will give red tint to skin color and by increasing the color
it will give green tint to skin color.
Color Temp : By pressing the VOL(-/+) buttons to select the three setting A)Neutral,
B)Warm,C)Cool.
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Picture 70
Color 50
Sharpness 40
Hue 50
Color Temp. Neutral
Brightness 32
Video
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Information to user:This television receiver is equipped with
close caption decoder and parental blocking technology as
required by the FCC.

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Audio Setup:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) buttons it will bring you to
Audio Setup display. You will see the following menu on your TV screen:
Follow the procedurebelow to adjust the sound quality:
Press VOL (+) button to increase and VOL (-)button to decrease the level to your
preference.
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Audio
Volume 45
Timer Setup:
By pressing MENU button ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) buttons it will bring you to Timer
Setup display. You will see the following menu on your TVscreen:
Follow the procedure below to select one of the above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to select your preference.
Clock: Press VOL(-/+) buttons for HOURS and VOL(-/+) buttons for MINUTES
adjustment.
Time-On: Press VOL(-/+) buttons for HOURS and VOL(-/+) buttons for MINUTES
adjustment. This feature works like an alarm clock. Your TV will turn on at the
set time.
Ch. Select: This exclusive feature switches you to your favorite channel at the
appropriate set time. Press VOL(+) and VOL(-) buttons to select the channel.
Time-Off : Press VOL (+/-) buttons for HOURS and VOL(+/-) buttons for MINUTES
adjustment. This feature works like an alarm clock. Your TV will turn off at the
set time.
Sleep Time: This feature allows you to turn off television in pre-selected minutes (180,
170,160, ........,10 and 0).
Remind Time: Press VOL(+/-) buttons to set HOURS of attention and VOL (+/-) buttons
to set MINUTES of attention. Youwill see the flashing time on your TV when the
the reminder time arrives. Note: This exclusive feature can remind you of
important chores while watching TV.(e.g. Time to take pills,time to check
cooking, time to call , time to do homework ,etc.)
Ch. Switch: This feature lets you store your favorite channel. Once you store the
channel number in this function, when the set time is up, it will switch over
to the set channel. This feature is used with the Exchange feature. Press
VOL(+) or VOL(-) button to select the channel.
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Timer
Time-on 18:00
Ch. Select 1
Time-off --:--
Sleep Time 0
Remind Time --:--
Ch. Switch 1
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Follow the procedurebelow to select one of the above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to increase and decrease the level to your
preference for each item.
Language: Use VOL(-/+) buttons to select the OSD in either English, French or Spanish.
Background: Press the VOL (-/+) buttons to select between Background ON or
Background OFF. When the Background ON function is chosen, a moving
"NO SIGNAL" sign willbe displayed if there is no input signal to the set.
Black Stretch: Press VOL (-/+) buttons to turn the Black Stretch feature on or off.
When the Black Stretch function is on the screen automatically increases the
contrast range.
VNR: Press VOL(-/+) buttons to turn the VNR function on or off. VNR is a term for
Video Noise Reduction, a built-in device on the set that reduces video noise
interference so the viewer is assured a clear picture.
Fade: The FADE control allows for the picture tube to warm up and gently turn on,
C.Caption: Press VOL(-/+) buttons to select the Closed Caption options. Closed
Captioning helps the hearing impaired with the broadcast program, as well as
helping children learn how to read. A built in decoder displays the audio portion
of a program as text on the screen when this option is selected.
which can help prolong the life of the picture tube.
OFF: When off is displayed on TV means C.Caption is turned off.
CC1: When CC1displays on TV means C.Caption is turned on.
CC2 to CC4: For other modes of video related broadcast information.
T1: For program guide and other information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion ofthe picture on your screen).
T2 to T4 :For other modes of information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks alarge portion ofthe picture on your screen).
Note: Select CC1 for full translation of the primary language such as English in your
area. Select CC2 for secondary language translation such as Spanish or any other
language that may be broadcast in your area.
Function Setup:
By pressing theMENU button, and then pressing VOL(-/+) buttons will bring you to
Function Setup menu. You will see the following menu on your screen:
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Setup
Language English
Background on
VNR on
Fade off
C. Caption on
Demo Mode
Black Stretch on

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Setup
Language English
Background on
VNR on
Fade off
C. Caption on
Demo Mode
Black Stretch on
Demo Mode: This will displaythe main functions of the TV set.

Channel setup:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL-/+ button it will bring you to
Channel Setup. You will see the following display on TV screen.
Follow the procedurebelow to select above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to select your preference.
Channel System: Press the VOL(-/+) buttons to select the correctchannel system.
In general, you can set it as "AUTO" AUTO,NTSC and NTSC443 will
display in turn
Air Cable: Press VOL (+) button or VOL(-) button to select Air or Cable.
Skip :Press VOL(+) button or VOL(-) button to add or delete the channel from the
stored memory.
Current Ch. : Press VOL(+) button to go up and VOL (-) button to go down to set the
channel position. The display will show the current playing channel.
Channel Coverage by Antenna:
Antenna Type Channel Range
VHF 2-13
UHF 14-69
CATV 1-125
Fine: If the picture and/or sound are poor, try using the FINE TUNE feature.
Do not use this feature unless reception is poor. Press VOL (+/-) to start the Fine
Tune function.
Auto Program: PressVOL (+) button to autoprogram in channels.
This search automaticallyadds only theactive channels in your area to the TV's
memory. It deletes any channels on which there is no broadcast or a poor signal.
Note: The Auto Search function will scan the channels on the selected antenna
input. If the TV is connected to cable, please select Cable under Antenna.
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Channel
Air Cable Air
Skip off
Current Ch. 2
Fine
Auto Program
Channel System Auto
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Calendar:
Your TV has been designed with a calendar. By pressing MENU button ,and then
pressing VOL(-/+) buttons it will bring you to Calendar. Youwill see the following
display on TV screen.
Calendar
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Follow the procedurebelow to adjust the Calendar quality:
1. +/-) buttonsPress the CH( to select the year item, the month item or the dateitem.
2. Press the VOL(-/+) buttons to change calendar setup (1900.01-2099.12.).
3. Press EXIT button to exit the calendar mode.
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V-CHIP Setup:
Press the MENUButton on your remote control to go to Password menu, then input
the password (0000). It will bringParental Lock set up display on the screen. You
will see thefollowing menu on your screen:
This function enablesyou to lockcertain TV channels in accordance to the V-CHIP
requirement established by the FCC.
To set the V-CHIP function:
Select the TV Rating option. You will see the TV Rating menu on your TV screen:
1.Press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu.
2. Press VOL(-/+) buttons togo into TV Rating and Movie Rating menus.
3.Press VOL(-/+) buttonsto set the Parental Lock ON and Parental Lock OFF.
When TV rating is selected, you will see the following rating table on your TV screen.
Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu, then press VOL(+)
button to select "B" or "U' .
Parental Lock
Parental Lock off
TV Rating
MPAA Rating
Lock Menu
Change Password
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Passsword
Password ----
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TV Rating
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Rating FV
TV-Y
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When MPAA Rating is selected, you will see thefollowing rating table on your TV
screen.
Parental Lock off means the lock function is turned off . If the Parental Lock
is in "off" mode then V-CHIP function will notbe active toaccept the V-CHIP
signal.
Parental Lock on means the lock function is turned on. If the lock is in the "on"
mode then V-CHIP function is activated to accept the V-CHIP signal.
Password
The "Default Password" preset by the manufacturer is "0000" . If you want to change
the preset password to your own password, just choose any four digits that can be
easily remembered and set. Once you set password for a particular channel, that
channel will be blocked. This channel can only be accessed with the password.
MPAARating
GU
PG U
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AV Lock: When it is set ON, you can not use the AV.
Program Lock: When it is set ON, the current channel is locked, you can not see
the program of this channel.
Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons togo up and down the menu, then press VOL(+)
button to select "B" or "U' .

V-Chip Technology:
The "V-ChipTechnology" allow youto use U.S.And Canada Movies and TV
PROGRAMS Guide ratingsto block certain types of TV programs andmovies.
Tounderstand clearly about TV programs rating codes, readthe following list:
U.S. TV Program Ratings
NR: Not Rated-this means that programs are not rated or rating does not apply.
TV-Y:For all children-this type of rated programs are designed for a very young
audience, including children from ages 2-6.
TV-Y7:Directed for older children - this type of rated programs may include comedic
violence of mild physical, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-G:General Audience-this type of rated programs contains little or no
violence, no stronglanguage, and little or no sexualdialogue and situations.
TV-PG:Parental Guidance Suggested-this type of rated programs may contain
limited violence, somesuggestive sexual dialogue and situations, andrare
language.
TV-14:Parents strongly cautioned-this type of rated programs may contain sexual
content, strong language and more intense violence.
TV-MA:Mature audience only-this type of rated programs may contain sexual
violence, explicit sexual content and profane language.
FV: This type of rated programs contain Fantasy and cartoon violence.
Violence: This type of rated programs contain violence.
S: This type of ratedprograms contain sex.
L: This type of rated programs contain offensive language.
D: This type of ratedprograms contain dialogue with sexual content.
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Tounderstand clearly about movies rating codes, read the following list:
U.S. Movies Rating Chart
NR: This means movie is not rated yet. It is pending government rating approval.
G:General Audience-this type of movie rating means all ages admitted to see the
movie.
PG-13:Parents Strongly Cautioned - this type of movie rating means some material
may not be appropriate for children under13.
R:Restricted- This type of movierating means children under 17 of age requires to
be with parent or guardian.
NC-17:This type of movie rating means no one 17 and under admitted.
X:This type of movie rating means adults only.
To understand clearly about Canadian programs rating codes, read the
following list:
Canadian English RatingChart
E:Exempt - this type of rated programs contain news, sports, documentaries, talk
shows, music videos,and variety of other programs.
C:This type of rated programs are intended for children under age 8. There is no
offensive language, nudity or sexualcontent.
C8+:This type of rated programs generally considered acceptable for children 8
years and over. There is no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
G: This type of ratedprograms generally suitable for all audiences.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested -in this type of rated programs, some material
may not be suitable for children.
14+:In this type of rated programs, somecontent may not be suitable for viewers
under the age of 14.Parents are strongly cautioned not to have their children
view 14+ ratedprograms by pre-teens and early teens.
18:Adults Only-this type of rated programs are only for adult viewers only.
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