Akai CT-T29S32S User manual

COLOUR TELEVISION
CT-T29S32S
Operator’s manual
Operator’s manual 1~15

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Contents
For your safety reason ................................................................................................................................ 3
Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Parts identification ...................................................................................................................................... 6
TV front and side panels......................................................................................................................... 6
TV rear panel ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Remote control ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Tuning the channels .................................................................................................................................... 8
ystem selection ................................................................................................................................... 8
AP (Automatic Program earching) ..................................................................................................... 8
earching ............................................................................................................................................... 9
Fine ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Channel sorting .................................................................................................................................... 10
Deleting a channel ............................................................................................................................... 10
Daily use .................................................................................................................................................... 11
witching the TV on and off ................................................................................................................... 11
Child lock .............................................................................................................................................. 11
electing a TV program .........................................................................................................................11
ound controls ..................................................................................................................................... 12
Picture controls.................................................................................................................................... 12
leep timer .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Language selection (option)............................................................................................................13
Before calling a serviceman ....................................................................................................................... 14
pecifications ........................................................................................................................................... 14
Please read this user manual before using your television. By following the instructions
and operating hints, you will ensure top performance for many years. Keep this manual
in a safe place.

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For your safety reason
Ventilation
There should be at least 10cm space between the top,
rear and sides of the TV.
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The lightning flash with arrowhead s mbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated¡°dangerous voltage¡±within
the product’s enclosure that ma be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompan ing the appliance.
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Power requirements
Power requirements for electrical appliances differ from
area to area. Please ensure that our appliance
meets the power requirements in our area.
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Remove the power plug from the AC power outlet when
not using the TV for a long period of time.
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Warning
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.
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To prevent the TV from falling over
Not for all models)
To prevent the TV from falling over due to earth-
quakes, children pla ing, etc., place the TV on a
stable horizontal surface and secure it (b the
hook on the back of the TV), with strong cable or
rope. E.g. to a TV stand or to a wall.
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Make your contribution to protect the
environment
Used batteries with the ISO s mbol for rec cling as
well as small accumulators (rechargeable batteries),
mini-batteries(cells) and starter batteries
should not be thrown into the garbage can.
Please leave them at an appropriate
depot.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.

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Read Instructions-All the safet and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
Retain Instructions-The safet and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliance and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions-All operating and using instructions
should be followed.
Water and Moisture-This appliance should not be used
near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundr tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, and the like.
Carts and Stands-Do not place this appliance on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance
ma fall, causing serious injur to a child or adult and
serious damage to the appliance. Locate the TV on a firm,
flat and stable surface.
a. An appliance and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces ma cause the appliance and cart
combination to over turn.
PORTABLE CART WAR I G
Wall or Ceiling Mounting-Do not recommend mounting
this appliance on a wall or from a ceiling.
Ventilation-This appliance should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example: the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that ma
block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in
situation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that ma impede
the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
Heat-This appliance should be situated awa from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Power Sources-This appliance should be connected to a
power suppl onl of the t pe described in the operating
instructions of as marked on the appliance. If ou are not
sure of the t pe of power suppl to our home, consult our
appliance dealer or local power suppl .
Power Cord Protection-Power suppl cords should be
routed so that the are not likel to be walked on or pinched
b items placed upon or against them, pa ing particular
attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles, and
the point where the exit from the appliance. Do not subject
the mains lead to sharp bends, heat or chemicals. If the
mains lead is damaged, disconnect it from the wall socket
and have it checked b authorized service personnel.
Cleaning-Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaner.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
I STRUCTIO S PERTAI I G TO A RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR I JURY TO PERSO S.
WAR I G-When using electric products, basic
precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
Lightning or onuse Periods-For added protection for
this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattached for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable s stem. This
will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and
power-surges.
Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of an
kind into this appliance through openings as the
ma touch dangerous voltage points do short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of an kind on the appliance.
Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this appliance from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-suppl cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the appliance does not operate normall b following
the operating instructions. Adjust onl those controls
that are covered b the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls ma result in
damage and will often require extensive work b a
qualified technician to restore the appliance to its
normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates a need for service.
Servicing-Do not attempt to service this appliance
ourself as opening or removing covers ma expose ou
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement specified parts that have the same charac-
teristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
ma result in fire, electric shock, or injur to persons.
Safety Check-Upon completion of an service or repair
to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform
routine safet checks to determine that the appliance is in
safe operating condition.
Other-This product either alone or in combination with an
amplifier and headphones or speakers, ma be capable
of producing sound levels that could cause permanent
hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at
a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If
ou experience an hearing loss or ringing in the ears,
ou should consult an audiologist.
Make sure the TV is at room temperature before
switching it on.
Do not place an thing on top of the TV.
Never touch the power cord’s plug with wet hands.
Alwa s pull the power cord out b the plug, never b the
cord.
Use a household AC power source onl . Never use a
DC power source.
Avoid using the TV near appliances generating strong
magnetic fields (non shielded stereo speakers for
example).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

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Connections
Connecting the antenna cable
To obtain the best program reception, a good quality outdoor antenna is essential. Connect the
antenna cable plug to the antenna connector on the rear panel of the TV.
Connecting a video recorder antenna cable to the TV
If you are connecting a video recorder to your TV, plug the antenna cable into the video recorder
antenna input. Using the antenna cable provided with the video recorder, connect the recorder
antenna output to the TV antenna input. Always follow the instructions given with the video recorder.
Connecting video devices to TV
TV rear panel
VCR or Video recorder
Antenna
RF Out
Antenna jack
TV rear panel
Antenna jack
VCR or Audio Amplifiers etc.
(for video recording)
VCR, DVD, VCD etc.
TV rear panel
(for video playback)
To audio output
To video output
OUT
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To video input
To audio input
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On the side panel
Parts identification
TV front and side panels
Connecting the mains plug
Connect the mains plug of the TV to a power outlet after other connections have been completed.
Note:
The shape and silk of the front and rear panels
may vary according to the styles of the models.
However, the functions remain the same.
1. AC line
2. AUDIO input jacks AV1)
3. VIDEO input jack AV1)
4. Antenna jack
5. VIDEO output jack
6. AUDIO output jacks
TV rear panel
1. Power button
2. Power indicator
3. Remote control sensor
4. Program buttons
to select previous/next program
5. Volume controls
to increase/decrease volume
6. MENU MENU/OK) button
7. AUDIO input jacks AV2)
8. VIDEO input jack AV2)
9. Headphones jack
TV side panel
TV front panel
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TV side panel
To audio input
To video input
To audio output
To video output
Handy camera,
Game device
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Remote control
1. Standby button
to switch off to standby and power on from standby
2. Sound Mute button
to mute and restore sound
3. Number buttons (0-9)
to select a TV channel or switch on from standby
(“0”button with AV function)
4. I.P.C.(Intelligent Picture Control) button
to select picture settings
5. D.C.C.(Digital Colour Control) button
6. Cursor button up
to select the next program
7. OK button
to store the changes
8. MENU button
to display menu
9. Cursor button right
to increase the volume
10. Cursor button left
to decrease the volume
11. Cursor button down
to select the previous program
Remark:
The MENU(MENU/OK) button and VOLUME/PROGRAM
buttons on the TV front panel also have the same
function available to the menu.
Fitting and changing the batteries
Remove the cover of the battery compartment on the rear of
the remote control. Insert two 1.5V UM3 (AA) batteries into
the compartment, take care to observe the + and - markings
indicated inside, then close the cover.
Note:
*Do not use a mixture of old and new batteries.
*Do not expose batteries to heat or try to dismantle them.
*Do not throw batteries into fire or water.
*Remove the batteries when not using the unit for a long time.
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On TV mode
elect the menu line ystem with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the third menu.
elect the colour or sound menu line with the
cursor button (up/down).
Press the cursor button (left/right) to select the
colour or sound mode.
Press the OK button to save the setting, the
menu will disappear.
On AV mode
Press the MENU button.
elect the menu line ystem with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the second menu.
Press the cursor button (left/right) to select the
colour mode.
Press the OK button to save the setting, the
menu will disappear.
Tuning the channels
On TV mode, press the MENU button to enter the first menu, and press the cursor button
down to select the menu line Setup, then press the OK button to enter the second menu.
The TV can return to the normal TV mode by pressing the MENU button.
Picture
Feature
Setup
System
Sorting
Tuning
Colour AUTO
Sound
Ok M
Colour AUTO
Ok M
Picture
Feature
System
S stem selection
Colour system reception is set to automatic selection (AUTO) at the factory, but if you have any
problem with the picture during reception, you can manually set the colour and sound system which
is available in your area.
The first menu The second menu
APS (Automatic Program Searching)
Before you set AP , please select the sound and colour system which is available in your area. With
AP Function, you can automatically tune all the available TV channels in your area.
System
Sorting
Tuning
elect the menu line Tuning with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the third menu.
elect the menu line AP with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button, the menu will appear on
the screen.
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2
3
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2
3
1
2
3
Program No. 1
Fine ! ! ! ! ! ! . . . . . . .
Search Off
Band VHFL
APS
Ok M
Start APS :
Confirm ? Yes
Ok M

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Fine
With Fine Function, you can manually tune all the programs that you want.
Select the menu line Tuning with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the third menu.
Select the menu line Fine by pressing the
cursor button (up/down).
Hold the cursor button (left/right) to start tuning,
until you find satisfied program channel.
Note: You can also change the program number
or band during the fine tuning.
Program No. 1
Fine ! ! ! ! ! ! . . . . . . .
Search Off
Band VHFL
APS
Ok M
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2
3
APS
Please Wait . . .
VHFL ! ! ! ! . . . . . . . . . .
Press the OK button, the TV will start to tune all
the available TV channels automatically.
When tuning is finished, the TV will return to the
normal TV mode at the first station which can be
received in your area.
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Note:
1. You can stop tuning with the MENU button during APS.
2. If you do not connect the antenna with TV, when APS
is finished, the TV screen will appear“No antenna”.
Searching
With Searching Function, you can automatically search for TV program stations but allowing you to
skip unwanted programs and only save the programs that you want.
Select the menu line Tuning with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the third menu.
Select the menu line Band with the cursor
button (up/down) if need.
Press the cursor button (left/right) to select the
band.
Select the menu line Search with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the cursor button right to start searching.
When searching is finished, the cursor will go
to the menu line Program No. automatically.
Enter the program number you want by using
the number buttons or cursor button (left/right).
Press the OK button, the menu will appear on
the screen.
Press the OK button to save the program.
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2
3
5
6
Program No. 1
Fine ! ! ! ! ! ! . . . . . . .
Search On
Band VHFL
APS
Ok M
Confirm Save To
Program No. 6
Confirm? Yes
Ok M
Program No. 1
Fine ! ! ! ! ! ! . . . . . . .
Search Off
Band VHFL
APS
Ok M

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Channel sorting
With the orting function, it is possible to arrange the channel numbers in your preferred order. After
you sort the program, the channel number will be automatically renumbered.
elect the menu line orting with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the third menu.
elect the menu line Move From with the
cursor button (up/down).
Enter the program number you want to change
by using the number buttons or cursor button
(left/right).
elect the menu line Move To by pressing the
cursor button (up/down).
Enter the program number you want to move to.
Press the OK button to start move.
Move From 9
Move To
Delete
Ok M
System
Sorting
Tuning
Move From 9
Move To 14
Delete
Ok M
elect the menu line orting with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the third menu.
elect the menu line Delete by pressing the
cursor button (up/down).
Enter the program number that you want to
delete by pressing the number buttons or
cursor button (left/right).
Press the OK button to delete the channel.
Deleting a channel
The channels which you do not require can be deleted in the Delete menu.
Move From
Move To
Delete 10
Ok M
Move From
Move To
Delete 9
Ok M
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To switch on
Press the power button on the main unit to turn the TV on.
To switch on from standby
Press the standby button, number buttons or cursor buttons (up/down)
on the remote control or program buttons on the front panel to turn the
TV on from standby mode.
To switch off
The standby button on the remote control can be used to switch the TV
off temporarily. Press the power button on the front panel to turn the TV
off.
Note:
*If the TV is not to be used for a long period of time,
e.g.. overnight or during the day, switch it off by pressing
the power button.
*If the TV will not be used for an extended period of
time, disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket.
Child lock
With the child lock function, you can lock all function buttons.
Press and hold the“OK”button and then press the“ ”button, the
TV screen will become black, and any buttons on the main unit or the
remote control become inoperative.
If you want to switch on the TV, press and hold the“OK”button and
then press the“ ”button again, the TV will return to the normal TV
reception.
Selecting a TV program
A. To select the program number directly
a. Enter the required program number by using the number buttons.
1-digit program:enter one number button.
(Pressing the OK button can confirm quickly.)
2-digit program:enter two numbers one after another quickly.
(Pressing the OK button can confirm quickly.)
3-digit program:enter three numbers one after another quickly.
(Only for 254 channels)
b. Select the AV program number by pressing the 0 button repeatedly.
Daily use
Switching the TV on and off
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B. To step up and down programs
During the normal TV program reception, each time press the
cursor button (up/down) on the remote control or the program
buttons on the front panel, the on-screen display will change
as follows:
Note: 1.“+”means program number increase,“-”means program
number decrease.
2. The display does not show the deleted program.
Sound controls
Sound volume
Adjust the sound volume by pressing the cursor button (left/right) on
the remote control or the volume control buttons on the front panel.
Mute
Mute sound by pressing the Mute button. Press the Mute button
again or the cursor button right to return to the normal sound.
Headphones
When the headphones are connected, the headphones sound
volume is controlled by using the volume increase or decrease
buttons.
Note: If the headphones are connected to the TV, the sound is
sent to the headphones, not to the speaker.
Picture controls
To display the picture controls menu
Press the MENU button.
Select the menu line Picture with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button on the remote control, the
picture menu will be displayed on the screen.
Select the menu line Brightness, Contrast, Colour,
Sharpness or Tint (NTSC only) with the cursor
button (up/down).
Adjust them by using the cursor button (left/right).
When you finish adjustment, press the OK button
to save your selection, the display will disappear.
Note:
In the picture menu, if you press the OK button directly
and do not make any selection, the Personal will be
displayed on the screen.
Picture
Feature
Setup
Brightness 16
Contrast 16
Colour 16
Sharpness 31
Tint 20
Ok M
Personal
+
Max. Program
number AV2 Min. Program number
...... 10 ...... 3 ......
AV1 +
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Mute button

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Press the MENU button.
Select the menu line Feature with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the second menu.
Press the cursor button (left/right) to select the
time.
Press the OK button, the menu will disappear.
Note:
1. Select the time to 0 MIN to cancel the sleep timer.
2. One minute before switching off a text“1 MIN OFF”
will appear on the screen.
Sleep timer
With the sleep timer, you can set your television to switch off automatically after a period with one of
four default time intervals (30, 60, 90, 120 minutes).
Picture
Feature
Setup
Sleep Timer 60
Ok M
I.P.C.(Intelligent Picture Control) Function
There are four different picture settings available.
Personal (adjustable picture level)
Natural (natural picture level)
Sharp (a daylight level)
Cinema (a setting for viewing in a dimly lit room)
Select the required setting from the four alternatives
by pressing the I.P.C. button repeatedly. The last
selection will be memorized.
Blue background
When no signal is received, the on-screen background
will be switched to blue background.
D.C.C.(Digital colour control) Function
You can enjoy the powerful screen colour by the D.C.C.
function. Press the D.C.C. button repeatedly on the
remote control to switch the DCC On or Off.
DCC On: tone up the colour.
DCC Off: tone down the colour.
Natural
DCC Off
Press the MENU button.
Select the menu line Feature with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the OK button to enter the second menu.
Select the menu line Language with the cursor
button (up/down).
Press the cursor button (left/right) to select the
language you prefer.
Press the OK button, the TV will store your
selection automatically.
Language selection (option)
Picture
Feature
Setup
Sleep Timer 0
Language English
Ok M
I.P.C
D.C.C

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witch off the TV immediately if the screen displays only one spot of light or a white horizontal line
and contact your local service centre. Make sure that the sound system selection is appropriate.
Before calling for service make the following simple checks:
TV set
ystem RF input : PAL BG/DK
Video input : PAL NT C3.58/4.43
Channel VHF-L : NZ1- 10
VHF-H : E5- 41
UHF : E21-E69
Ext. antenna : 75Ohm coaxial cable
Picture tube : 68cm diagonal
Power source : AC220-240V 50Hz
Power consumption : 160W
Dimension : 740(W) x 582(H) x 498(D) mm
Net weight : 41kg
Remote handset
Dimension : 54(W) x 238(L) x 33(T) mm
Net weight : 128g
 Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Before calling a serviceman
Specifications
CHECK
SYMPTOM
SoundPicture
Snowy picture
Multiple image
Interference
on screen
Normal picture
No picture
No colour
No picture
Coloured stains
Remote control malfunction
Distorted sound
Normal sound
Distorted sound
Distorted or
no sound
No sound
Normal sound
Normal or low
level sound
Normal sound
- Check antenna direction, location and/or antenna connection.
- Interference from electrical appliances, cars, motorcycles,
fluorescent lights.
- Adjust the broadcast sound system.
- Check volume level.
- Check mute function.
- Check the earphones are connected or not.
- Protection mode engaged.
- Disconnect AC power cord, then wait 1 minute before
plugging the cord back in.
- Check contrast, brightness and volume settings.
- tandby mode engaged.
- Child lock.
- Check colour level.
- Check colour system.
- witch the TV on again 1 minute after turning off.
- Adjust the channel’s tuning.
- witch the TV on again 1 minute after turning off.
- Check for magnetic interference.
- witch the TV off for 30 minutes.
- Replace batteries.
- Clean indicator window.
- Check antenna direction, location and/or antenna connection.
- To fine tune for memory channel.
- witch the TV on again 1 minute after turning off.
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