Akai PT4299HD User manual

important Warranty information Regarding
Television Format Viewing
Standard screen format televisions (4:3, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are
primarily designed to view standard format full-motion video. The images displayed on them
should primarily be in the standard 4:3 ratio format and constantly moving. Displaying
stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the clark top and bottom letterbox bars
(wide screen pictures), should be limited to no more than 15% of the total television viewing
per week.
Wide screen format televisions (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are
primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video. The images displayed on
them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if
your model offers this feature, and constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and
images on screen, such as the dark side-bars on non-expanded standard format television video
and programming, should be limited to no more than 15% of the total television viewing per
_vveek.
Additionall}¢ viewing other stationary images and text such as stock market reports, video
game displays, station logos, web sites or computer graphics and patterns, should be limited as
described above for all televisions. Displaying aW stationary images that exceed the above
guidelines can cause uneven aging of picture tubes (CRTs) that leave subtle, but permanent
burned-in ghost images in the television picture. To avoid this, vaU the programming and
images, and primarily display full screen moving images, not stationa W patterns or dark
bars. On television models that ofler picture sizing features, use these controls to view the
diflerent formats as a full screen picture.
Be careful inthe selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven C1RT
aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered
by your limited warranty
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CONTENTS ]
Chapter 1" Your New Digital TV .................... 5
L_st of Features .......................................................................................... 5
Accessories ................................................................................................ 5
Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV .................................................. 6
Control Buttons .............................................................................. 6
Connection Jacks (Side or Front) .................................................... 7
Connection Jacks (Rear) .................................................................. 8
Remote Control .............................................................................. 9
Chapter 2: Installation .................................... 10
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ........................................................ 10
Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads ........................................ 10
Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads .............................................. 11
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas .................................................. 11
Connecting Cable TV ................................................................................ 12
Cable without a Cable Box .............................................................. 12
Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels .................. 12
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles some Channels ........ 13
Connecting a VCR...................................................................................... lq
Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV .......................... lq
Connecting a DVD Player .......................................................................... 15
Connecting to Y, Ps, PR .................................................................. 15
Connecting to Regular Audio and V_deoJacks ................................ 15
Connecting a Digital TV Setqbp Box ........................................................ 16
Connecting to Y, PB,PR .................................................................. 16
Connecting a Camcorder ............................................................................ 16
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .................................................. 17
Chapter 3: Operation ...................................... 18
Turning the TV On and Off........................................................................ 18
Plug c_ Play Feature .................................................................................. 1S
Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays .............................................. 20
Viewing the Menus .......................................................................... 20
Viewing the Display ........................................................................ 20
Selecting a Menu Language ........................................................................ 2l
Ad_justing the Screen Automatically (Self Focus) ........................................ 22
Deactivating the Automatic Execution of the Self Focus .................. 23
Removing the "Self Focus" Message from the Display .................... 23
Memorizing the Channels .......................................................................... 2q
Selecting the Video Signal Source .................................................... 2q
Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) .......................... 25
Adding and Erasing Channels .................................................................... 26
Changing Channels .................................................................................... 27
Using the Channel Buttons .............................................................. 27
Using the Number Buttons .............................................................. 27
Using the Previous Channel ............................................................ 27
Selecting Your Favorite Channels .............................................................. 28
To Store Your Favorite Channels .................................................... 28
To View Your Favorite Channels ...................................................... 28
Labeling the Channels ................................................................................ 29
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CONTENTS
Chapter 3" Operation (continued)............................ 30
Picture Control .......................................................................................... 30
Customizing the Picture .................................................................. 30
Using Automatic Picture Settings .................................................... 31
Sound Control ............................................................................................ 32
Adjusting the Volume ...................................................................... 32
Using the MUTE Button .................................................................. 32
Customizing the Sound .................................................................. 32
Using Automatic Sound Settings .................................................... 33
Setting the Clock ........................................................................................ 3q
Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually ............................................ 3q
Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically ...................................... 35
Viewing an External Signal Source ............................................................ 37
Setting the Signal Source .............................................................. 37
Assigning Nantes to External sources .............................................. 38
Chapter 4: Special Features ............................ 39
Fine Tuning Channels ................................................................................ 39
Changing the Screen Size (W_de Model) .................................................... q0
Changing the Screen Size @:3 Model) ...................................................... ql
Digital Noise Red uction ............................................................................ qE
Selecting the Color Tone ............................................................................ q3
Setting the Blue Screen Mode .................................................................... qq
Freezing the Picture .................................................................................. qq
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track .......................................... q5
Auto Volume .............................................................................................. q6
Setting The On/Off Melody ........................................................................ q6
BBE ............................................................................................................ q7
V_ewing Closed Caption Information ........................................................ q8
Setting the On/Off Tinier ............................................................................ 50
Setting the Sleep Timer .............................................................................. 51
Using the V-Chip (USA) ............................................................................ 52
How to Change Your Password ...................................................... 52
How to Enable/Disable the Rating Controls .................................... 53
How to Set up Restrictions Using the "TV Parental Guidelines". ..... 5q
How to Set up Restrictions Using the "MPAA Rating" .................... 55
Important Notes About Parental Locks ............................................ 56
Customizing Your Remote Control ............................................................ 57
Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR
(Cable box or DVD phyer) .............................................................. 57
Remote Control Codes .................................................................... 58
Chapter 5" Troubleshooting ............................ 59
Identifying Problems .................................................................................. 59
Appendix .......................................................... 60
Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV ............................................................ 60
Using Your TV in Another Country ............................................................ 60
Specifications ............................................................................................ 60
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YOUR NEw TV
List of Features
Your TV was designed with the latest technolog}: This TV is a high-performance unit that
includes the following special features:
, Easy-to-use remote control
, Easy-to-use on-screen menu system
, Automatic tinier to turn the TV on and off
, Adjustable picture and sound settings that can be stored in the TV%memory
, Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels
, A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems
, Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible
, A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening
, Built-in, dual channel speakers
, A special sleep tinier
, Component Video Input jacks to obtain a sharper image from external sources
, Adjusting the Screen Automatically (Self Focus)
Accessories
Once you have unpacked your TV,check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here.
If any piece is missing or broken, call your dealer.
Remote Control Holder-Caster
(BP59-OOO69A)/ (BP6 !-00447C)
AA Batteries (PT5299HD/PT5499HD)
(430!-000!0!)
Owner% Instructions (!) Warranty Cards (!)
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[Your NEW TV
Fami|iarizing Yourself with Your New TV
Control Buttons
You can control your TV_basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more
advanced features, you must use the remote control.
• The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on your model.
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POWER
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OPOWER
PresstoturntheTVonandoff.
0
0
0
0
0
Stand-By indicator
Lightsup when you turn the power off.
- Power Off; Red
- Power On; Off
- Timer On; Green
Remote Control Sensor
Aim the remote control towards this spot onthe TV.
SOURCE
Pressto switch between viewing TV programs and
signalsfrom connected components.
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0
0
MENU
Pressto see anon-screen menu ofyour TV's features.
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+ VOL -
Pressto lower or raise the volume andto select items
when using the on-screen menu.
ACH V
Pressto change channels and move between items on
the on-screen menu.
C*u(Enter)
While using the on-screen menus, pressto activate {or
change) aparticular item.
-13mer indicator
WhentheTVisturned on,theTimerindicatorblinksabout
tentimes. Thisindicator illuminateswhenthe Timermode
issetto the "On" positionaftersettingthe clockandeither
theOntimer or Offtimer,withthe remotecontrol.Evenif
thepoweristurnedoff,thisindicator stayslit.(Clockmust
besetbeforeusingthisfunction.)
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Your NEW TV ]
Connection Jacks (Side or Front)
You can connect an A/V component that isused only occasionall}_ such as a camcorder or
video game. For information on connecting equipment, see page 16.
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OS-VIDEO input
ConnectanS-Videosignalfromacamcorderor videogame.
0 VIDEO input
Connect the video signal from a camcorder or video game.
O AUDIO input
Connectthe audiosignalsfroma camcorderorvideogame.
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YOUR NEw TV
Connection Jacks (Rear)
Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously,
such as a VCR or a DVD player. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages
10-16.
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O Antemma terminal
Connecttoanantennaor acableTVsystem.
OAudio/Video Output jacks
Connect to the audio/video input jacks of a
recording VCR.
0 Video Input jacks
Connect to the video output jacks of VCRs,DVD
players and similar devices.
OAudio Input jacks
Connect to the audio output jacks of VCRs,DVD
players and similar devices.
COW|PONENT Input jacks
(Y, PB, PR, AUDIO-L/R)
Connect to the audio andvideo outputs of DVDor
DTVSet-Top Box. 480i/480p/1080iY,PBand PRvideo
signal outputs are available,
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Your NEw TV ]
Remote Control
You can use the ten-tote control up to about 23 feet from the TV When using the remote
control, always point it directly at the TV You can also use your remote control to operate your
Set-Top box, VCR, Cable box or DVD player. See pages 57-58 for details.
O POWER
Turnsthe TVonandoff.
O Number buttons
Press to select channels directly on
the TV.
O +1OO
Press to select channels over 100.
For example, to select channel 121,
press the "+100", then press the "2"
and "1".
O STILL (Main picture)
Press to stop the action during a
particular scene. Press again to
resume normal video.
The still function doesn't operate in
"Component1" or "Component2"
mode.
OMTS (MultichannelTelevision
Sound)
Press to choose "Stereo", "Mono"
or "SAP (Secondary Audio
Program)".
O VOL+,VOL-
Press to increase or decrease the
volume.
O MUTE
Press to temporarily cut off the
sound.
_)
O
MENU
Displays the main on-screen menu.
ENTER
While using the on-screen menus,
press to activate (or change) a
particular item.
4/_/V/A
Controls the cursor in the menu.
@
@ INFO
Press to display information on the
TV screen.
_) CAPTION
Press to view closed caption
information.
_) FAV. OH (Favorite Channel)
Press to switch between your
favorite channels.
_) P.SIZE
Pressto changethe picturesize.
_) SLEEP
Press to select a preset time interval for
automatic shut off.
_) VCR/DVD Controls
Controls VCR/DVDfunctions: Rewind, Stop,
Play/Pause, FastForward.
Selects atarget device to be
controlled by the remote control (i.e.,
TV,Set-Top Box,VCR,Cable Box or
DVD).
_) PRE-CH
Tunes to the previous channel.
_) P.MODE
Adjust the TVpicture by selecting
one ofthe preset factory settings (or
select your personal, customized
picture settings).
S.MODE
Adjust the TVsound by selecting
one ofthe preset factory settings (or
select your personal, customized
sound settings).
_) OH^, OHM
Pressto change channels.
_) ADD/DEL
Pressto add or erase channels in
the TV's memory. Use to memorize or
erase the fine tuning after fine
tuning channels.
_) SOURCE
Eachtime the button is pressed, all
the inputs connected to the external
component jacks will be shown in
regular sequence.
_) EXIT
Pressto exit the menu.
@BBE
BBEis a built-in effect that adds
clarity, punch and dynamics to the
sound.
_) SELF FOCUS
Pressto adjust for the optimum
picture set in the factory.
SET
Used during set up of this remote
control, so that it will work
compatibly with other devices (VCR,
STB,Cable box, DVD,etc.).
_) RESET
Ifyour remote control is not
functioning properly, take out the
batteries and press the RESET
button for about 2N3seconds. Re-
insert the batteries and try using the
remote control again.
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INSTALLATION
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas
If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see "Antennas
with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads," below.
If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see "Antennas with
75-ohm Round Leads," on next page.
If you have two antennas, see "Separate VHE and UHE Antennas," on
next page.
Antennas with 300-ohm Fiat Twin Leads
If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or "rabbit ears") that has 300-ohm
twin fiat leads, follow the directions below.
1
Placethewiresfromthetwin
leadsunderthe screwsonthe
300-75ohmadapter(not
supplied).Useascrewdriver
totightenthescrews.
2
Plugtheadapterintothe"ANT
IN" terminalontherearpanel.
ANT IN
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_NSTALLATIQN ]
Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads
Plug the antenna lead inta the ANTIN
"ANT IN"terminal an the rear
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas
If you have two separate antennas for }:our TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine
the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV This procedure requires a an
optional combine>adapter (available at most electronics shops).
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INSTALLATION
Connecting Cable TV
You can connect different cable systems to your TV_including cable without a cable box, and
cable with a cable box that descrambles some or all channels.
Cable without aCable Box
If you want to connect cable, and you do not need to use a cable box:
Plug the incoming Cableinto
the "ANT IN'! terminal Onthe ANTIN
rear panel.
i
Cable with a Cable box that Descrambles All Channels
1
Findthe cable that is
connected tothe ANTENNA
OUTterminal onyour cable
box.
",9 This terminal might be
labeled "ANT OUT", "VHF
OUT", or simply "OUT".
2
Connect the other endof this
cable to the "ANT IN" terminal
onthe rear panel
ANTIN
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_NSTALLATION ]
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels
If }Tourcable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the
instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of
coaxial cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)
1
Findand disconnect the cable (
that is connected to the IANTENNA
4 This terminal might be
labeled "ANT IN", "VHF IN",
or simply "IN".
2
Connectthis cane to atwo-
way splitter. Connect a coax+a
cable between an OUTPUT
terminal onthe splitter andthe
Nterminal onthe cable box.
incoming Cable
Splitter
CaMe Box
3
Connect a coaxial cable
between the ANTENNA OUT
terminal on the cable box and
the B-IN terminal ontheA E_
switch RF(A/B)
Switch
4
Connect another cable
between the other OUT
terminal onthe splitter andthe
A-IN terminal onthe qF (A/B)
switch
IL
5
Connect the last coaxial cable
between the OUTterminal on
the RF(A/B) switch and the
"ANT IN" terminal on the rear
panel
After you've made this connection, set the A/B switch to the 'W' position for normal viewing. Set the A/B
switch to the +'B+'position to view scrambled channels. (When you set the A/B switch to +%" you will
need to tune )TourTV to the cable boxg output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)
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[_NSTALLATION
Connecting a VCR
These instructions assume that you have already connected )Tour TV to an antenna or a cable
TV system (according to the instructions on pages 10-13). Skip step 1 if you have not yet
connected to an antenna or a cable system.
Connect a coaxial cable between the 'rANT IN"
terminal onthe TV andthe ANTENNA OUTterminal on
A c0_ia! cable is usual!y inc!uded with a VCR. (!f
TV Rear Panel
Connect a set of audio cables between the "AV IN 1
(L, RV (or!tAV IN 2 (L, R)")jacks 0ntheTV and AUDi0
0UT jacks on thevC R,
If you have a m0n9 VCR connect L(mono) to VCR
Coaxial Cable
Connect avideo cable between the '!AV IN ] (VIDEO)'!
or !'AV IN 2 VIDEO')jack on theW andtheVlDEO
OUTjack onthe VCR.
Fo!!ow the instructions !n !Viewing aYCR0 r
Camcorder Tape'! to view your VCR tape. F_omA_t.... VCRRear Panel
* Also, you can connect to "AV3" on the side panel of T\(
Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV
Your TV can send out signals of its picture and sound to be recorded by a second VCR. To do
this, connect your second VCR as follows:
1 TV Rear Panel
Connect a set of audio cables between t__"AV OUI
(L, R)"jacks on the TV andthe AUDIO IN jacks on the
VCR.
The- VCR input jacks n-rightbe either on d'> from or
rear of the VCR2
2
Connect avideo cable between the "AV OUT{VIDEOY'
jack on the TV andthe VlDEO IN jack onthe VCR.
Refer/o your VCR's ins/rucdons for more inforrna/ic n
about how to record using 1his kind of cocmecdon.
Coaxial Cable
Audio Cable
Video Cable
From Antenna VCR Rear Panel
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_NSTALLATION ]
Connecting a DVD Player
The rear panel_jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD phyer to yoLlr T_
Connecting to ¥. PB. PR
Connect a set of audio cables between the
':C0MPONENT !N I (L, R)' (or %0MPONENT !N 2
(L, R)")jacks on the TV andthe AUDIO 0UT jacks TV Rear Panel
DVD Player
':COMPONENTIN 1(Y,PB,PR):_(or"COMPONENT
IN 2(Y,PB,PR):_)jacks on the Wand the VIDEO
0UT (Y,ps, PR)jacks on the DVDplayer.
Eor an explanation Of Component videol sec your
Connecting to Regular Audio and Video Jacks
1
Connect a set of audio cables between the "AV IN
I (L, R)" (or"AV IN 2 (L R)")jacks onthe TVand
the AUDIO 0UTjacks onthe DVDplayer.
TV Rear Panel
2
Connect a video cable between the "AV IN 1
{VIDE0)" (or "AV N 2(VIDEO)")jack on the TV and
the VIDEO0UTjack on the DVDplayer.
Audio Cable
DVD Player
• Also, you can connect to "AV3" on the side panel of T\(
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[_NSTALLATION
Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Set-Top Box to your TV
Connecting to Y. PB. PR
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CQnnect a set of audio cables between the
f!COMpONENT !N ! (L, R)I!(or,COMPONENT IN 2 TV RearPanel
{L, R)'!)jacks onthe TV and the AUDIO OUTjacks
Onthe seiiTop Box.
Connect a set of video cables between the
!:COMPONENT IN ] (Y,PB,PR)' (or ::COMPONENT
IN 2(Y,PB,PR)') jacks onthe TV and the VIDEO
OUT Y,PB PR acks on the Set-TopBox.
For demi!e d hd0m_ation, refer to the Set:%p Box
DTV Set=Top Box
From Cable or
Antenna
Connecting a Camcorder
The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to }Tour TV They allow
you to view the camcorder utpes withom using a VCR. (Also see "Viewing an External Signal
Source" on page 37.)
1
Locate the A!V output jacks onthe camcorder. They are
usually found onthe side or rear of the camcorder.
2
Connect a set of audio cables between the "AV 3 (L R)"
jacks onthe TV andthe AUDIO OUTiacks on the camcerder.
If ,,ou have morro canlcordor, connecI L(rnono_ 1c
camcorder audio oul using only one audio cable.
3
Connect a video cable between the "AV 3(VIDEOY'(or %-
VIDEO")jack onthe 11/and the VIDEOOUTjacks on the
camcorde£
The audio-video cables shown here are usually included
will-ta Camcorder. h noL check your local eledromcs
s/ore.) II your camcorder is s/ereo, you need lo connecl a
se/of lwo cables.
S-Video Cable
TV Side Panel (PT4299HD)
Audio Cable
Camcoder
l
• This figure shows the Standard connector-jackpanel. The actual configuration for your TVmay be
different.
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INSTALLATION ]
Installing Batteries in the Remote
Slidethe back cover all the ....."_i:
way outto open the battery _ , , !_/
control.C°mpartmentof the remote i
2
nstall two AA size batteries. *_ ....
3
Replacethe cover
• The remote control can be used up to about 23 k-et trom the T\_
Control
4 Make sure to match the '_+'_
and '_-'_ends of the batteries with
the diagram inside the
compartment.
Remove the batteries and store
them in a cool, do_ place if you
won't be using the remote control
for a long time. (Assuming typical
TV usage, the batteries last tor
about one year.)
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OPERATION
Turning the TV On and Off
Press the POWERbutton on the remotecontrol.
You can a!so use d_e PO_R button on the front pane!,
Plug & Play Feature
When the TV is initially powered On, basic customer settings proceed automatically and
subsequently as belo_,_
1
Pressthe POWERbutton on the
remote control.
The "Start Plug & Play" is displayed.
Pressthe ENTERbutton to start.
Pluq _ P!ay
4 Plug _z Play feature doesn't
work when the V-Chip is
activated or when in the A/V
UlO¢|C.
2
The "Language" menu is displayed.
Pressthe ENTERbutton to select
"Language".
Pressthe Aor V button to select
the approprmte language, then press
the ENTER button.
3
The "AiriCATV" menu is displayed.
Pressthe ENTER button to select
"Air/CAW"
Pressthe Aer "_' button to select
the video signal source, then press
the ENTERbutton.
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OPERATION ]
4
The "Check antenna input" is
displayed.
Vlake sure that the antenna is
connected te the TV.
Pressthe ENTER button to start the _°E_°_'e_ _ ........
auto program. . .
The "Auto Program" menu is
displayed.
The TV begins memorizing all ofthe
available stations
PlUg & Play
_Ente_
4 For details, see page 25.
5
When it has finished, the "Time"
menu is displayed.
Set the clock.
4 For details, see page 34.
6
When you have finished, press the
MENU button.
The message "Enjoy your watching."
is displayed.
Plug & Play
7
If youwant te reset this feature:
Pressthe MENU button.
Pressthe A or V button to select
"Setup", then pressthe ENTER
button.
Pressthe A or Y button to select
"Plug & Play',then press the ENTER
button.
The message "Start Plug & Play" is
displayed......
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[OPERATION
Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays
Viewing the Menus
1
Pressthe MENU button.
The main menu is displayed.
There are five menu groups: "Input",
"Picture", "Sound", "Channel" and
"Setup".
•
Pressthe A or Y button to move to
an item you want inthe menu.
Pressthe 4 or _ button to display,
change or use the selected items.
Pressthe ENTERbutton to enter
items in the menu
4 You can also use the MENU,
CHA/V, VOL+/- and
C_(ENTER) buttons on the
control panel of the TV to make
selections.
3
Pressthe EXIT button to exit.
Viewing the Display
Press the INFObutton onthe remote
control.
The TV displaysih eCurren_ehannel_
the status of certain pictute and
sound settings andthe cur[ent time.
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