ASA Electronics AVT-1940 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AVT-1940
The serial number is located on the rear of the set.
For future reference, please copy the number here.
Serial No.________________________________
PPLICATIONS, L.L.C.
UDIOVOX PECIALIZED
19” COLOR TELEVISION

WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the cable entry as practical.
CAUTION
The AC power cord provided with this product is polarized (one blade wider than the other). To provide
power to the TV, insert the AC plug into a standard 120V 60 Hz polarized outlet.
NOTE
Never connect the plug to an electrical source other than one providing 120V 60Hz power. Use
only the attached power cord. If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized outlet, do
not cut or file the blade. You are responsible for having the obsolete outlet replaced with a
polarized outlet.If you feel static discharge when touching the unit, and the unit does not function,
simply unplug the unit from the outlet. When you plug the unit back in, it should work normally.
Do not install power cords near any heating element or cooking appliances.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and servicing
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

Table of Contents
Important Safeguards………………………………………………………………2
Chapter 1: Overview of your Equipment…………………………….………….4
Your TV’s Front Panel……………………………………………………….4
Your TV’s Back Panel……………………………………………………….4
Your Remote Control………………………………………………………...5
Installing your remote control batteries……………………………...6
Notes……………………………………………………………………6
Chapter 2: Connecting an Antenna or Cable to your TV…………………….7
Connecting an Antenna……………………………………………………...7
Connecting a Cable System………………………………………………...8
Connecting Other Pieces of Equipment……………………………………9
Safety Note…………………………………………………………………….9
Chapter 3: Operating Your TV…………………………………………………….10
Turning your TV on…………………………………………………………..10
Programming Your TV’s Channel Memory………………………………..10
Changing Channels………………………………………………………….11
Changing the Volume………………………………………………………..11
Changing the TV’s Channel Memory………………………………………12
Adding/Deleting a channel to memory……………………………12
Displaying the Current channel……………………………………………..12
Adjusting Video Settings…………………………………………………….13
Returning to the factory settings…………………………………..14
Descriptions of video settings……………………………………..14
Chapter 4: Using Timer Functions……………………………………………….15
Setting the Clock……………………………………………………………...15
Setting the Wake-Up Timer………………………………………….………15
Setting the Off Timer………………………………………………………….16
Canceling the Wake-up Timer or Off Timer………………………………..16
Setting the Sleep Timer………………………………………………………17
Chapter 5: Additional Features……………………………………………………18
Changing the Language of the On-Screen Menus………………………...18
Captioning………………………………………………………………………18
CC on Mute…………………………………………………………………….18
Power Restore…………………………………………………………………19
Auto Tint (option)………………………………………………………………20
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting………………………………………………………..21
Warranty……………………………………………………………………………….22
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Important Safeguards
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR TELEVISION EQUIPMENT AND
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED
ON THE TV RECEIVER.
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13. An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines or other electric light or power
circuits, where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system. Extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in fire or electric
shock.
15. Never push objects of any kind into this
television equipment through the openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the television equipment.
16. Do not attempt to service this television
equipment yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
17. Unplug this television from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen into the television
equipment
c) If the television has been exposed to
rain or water.
d) If the television equipment does not
operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the TV receiver
to its normal operation.
e) If the television equipment has been
dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f) When the television equipment
exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates a need for
service.
18. When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer that have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this television equipment, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the television is in a safe
operating condition.
20. If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the television receiver, be sure
the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electric Code
ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead
–in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.

Overview of your Equipment
Your TV comes with a remote control. The section below summarizes the
buttons, controls and terminals that you will use with your TV.
Your TV’s Front Panel
1. POWER
Use this button to turn your TV on or off.
2. ùùCH üü
Use these buttons to change channels on your TV, or to select items in the menu system.
3. ÿÿ VOL ÷÷
Use these buttons to change your TV’s volume, or to select items in the menu system, or to
change audio and video settings.
4. MENU
Use this button to turn the TV’s menu system on and off.
5. Remote control receiver
This receiver receives a signal from your remote control. Do not block it.
Your TV’s Back Panel
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1. Antenna terminal
Use this terminal to attach an antenna or
cable system to your TV

Your Remote Control
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1. POWER
Use this button to turn your TV on or
off.
2. MUTE
Use this to turn the TV’s sound on
and off
3. ùùCH üü
Use these buttons to change
channels on your TV, or to select
items in the menu system.
4. ÿÿ VOL ÷÷
Use these buttons to change your
TV’s volume, to activate selections in
the menu system, or to change audio
and video settings.
5. MENU
Use this button to turn the TV’s
menu system on and off.
6. DISPLAY
Use this button to display the
channel number and status.
7. INPUT
Use this button to select the TV’s
signal source.
8. VIDEO
Use this button to display video
adjustment items.
9. 0-9
Use these buttons to change
channels.
10.SLEEP
Use this button to program the TV to
turn off after a certain time.
11.PREVIOUS
Use this button to return to the
previous channel you were watching.

Installing your Remote Control Batteries
1. Open the battery compartment on the back of the remote control.
2. Install the two AAA- size batteries (not included) as shown. Make sure the “+” and “-“ terminals
are oriented correctly.
3. Replace the cover.
Notes
Do not mix different types of batteries, or mix an old and a new battery.
Remove and replace weak batteries. Weak batteries can leak and damage your controller. Dispose
of batteries properly: never throw them into a fire.
Point your remote at the receiver on the center of the front of the TV. Make sure the receiver is not
blocked.
The remote control can operate up to 30 feet away from the TV if you are directly facing the front of
the TV. Operating distance diminishes as you move to the sides of the TV.
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Connecting an Antenna or cable to Your TV
Your TV will provide you with the best performance if you connect it to an external antenna or
cable system. Follow the directions below to make this connection. Please note that you will
normally only have to make one of the connections shown below, not all of them.
All connections will be made to the antenna terminal on the back of your TV. The antenna
terminal is a silver metal post partially surrounded by two plastic tabs. For help in locating the
antenna terminal, see “Your TV’s Back Panel” on page 4.
Connecting an Antenna
If your antenna ends in a pair of 300Ωtwin leads, you must use a 300Ω/75Ωadapter (available at
your local electronics store). Place the leads underneath the screws on the adapter, tighten the
screws, then press the adapter onto the antenna terminal on the back of the TV.
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If your antenna ends in a single coaxial lead, simply
press or screw the cable onto the antenna terminal on
the back of your TV

Antennas with two sets of leads
You might have two sets of leads from your antenna system, especially if you have one antenna for
VHF signals and one for UHF signals.
If your antenna system has both a coaxial lead and twin 300ΩΩ leads, you must obtain a combiner
(available at your local electronics store). Press or screw the coaxial lead onto the combiner; place
the twin leads underneath the screws on the combiner and tighten the screws. Press the cable from
the combiner onto
the antenna terminal on the back of your TV.
If your antenna system has two sets of twin 300ΩΩ leads, you must obtain a combiner (available at
your local electronics store). Place one set of twin leads underneath the screws on the combiner and
tighten the screws. Do the same with the other set of twin leads. Press the cable from the combiner
onto the antenna terminal on the back of your TV.
Connecting a cable system
If your cable set-up is not described below, please contact your cable company for more information.
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If your cable system does not require the use
of a cable box, simply press or screw the
incoming cable onto the antenna terminal on the
back of your TV.

If your cable system requires you to use a converter box for all channels, connect the incoming
cable to the IN terminal on the converter box. Connect another cable between the OUT terminal on
the converter box and the antenna terminal on your TV. You will need to keep your TV tuned to
channel 3 or 4 and change channels using your converter box.
If your cable system only requires you to use a converter box for some channels (i.e. pay-TV
channels), follow these steps: find the primary incoming coaxial cable. Plug this cable into a splitter
(available at your local electronics store). Connect one coaxial cable between one OUT terminal on
the splitter and the IN terminal on the converter box. Connect another coaxial between the other
OUT terminal on the splitter and the B-IN terminal on an A/B switch (available at your local electronics
store). Connect a third coaxial cable between the OUT terminal on the converter box and the A-IN
terminal on the A/B switch. Finally, connect a coaxial cable between the OUT terminal on the A/B
switch and the antenna terminal on the back of your TV.
When the A/B switch is in the A position, you need to change channels on the converter box (and
your TV should be tuned to channel 3 or 4): when the A/B switch is in B position you can change
channels on the TV.
Connecting Other Pieces of Equipment
You may want to connect a VCR, laser disc player, satellite receiver, or another type of equipment to
your TV. We recommend that you follow the instructions included with the piece of equipment you
wish to connect.
Safety Note
If you plan on being away from your home for an extended period of time, or if a thunderstorm is
approaching, you should unplug your television, and you may wish to disconnect your TV from a roof
top or satellite antenna. You do not need to disconnect your TV from a cable system.
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Operating your TV
Once you have connected your TV to an antenna or cable system, unplugged the TV in, and put
batteries in the remote, you are ready to use the TV. The first thing you should do is program your
TV so it memorizes all of the available channels.
Turning Your TV On
Programming Your TV’s Channel Memory
Your TV’s memory determines the channels that are available using the ùCH übuttons . If a
channel is not in memory, you can tune to it with the number buttons, but not with the ùCH ü
buttons. Follow these steps to program your TV’s memory:
1. With the TV on, press the MENU button twice, then the “Set-Up” menu will appear.
2. Use the ùCH übuttons to select “Reception”, then use the ÿVOL ÷button to select “Air” or
“Cable”. If you connected an antenna to your TV, select “Air”; if you connected a cable system,
select “Cable”.
3. Use the ùCH übuttons to select “Memorize Channels”, then use the ÿVOL ÷button to enter the
“Memorize Channels” process. Again press the ÿVOL ÷button to begin.
4. Press the MENU button to return to set up menu.
5. Press the MENU button three times to return to normal TV viewing.
Your TV’s channel memory will not be affected by a power outage. You will not need to re-program
the memory unless you change the type of cable or antenna connected to your TV.
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Changing Channels
You can change channels in three ways:
Changing the Volume
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1. The ùCH übuttons will take you through all
memorized channels, one by one. The ù
CH übuttons will not access channels that
have not been programmed into the TV’s
memory. See the section, “Programming
Your TV's Channel Memory" on the previous
page.
2. The number buttons (0-9) will take you to any
channel, even if it has not been memorized.
To change to a channel enter it’s number:
the TV will tune to the new channel when you
enter the second digit of the channel.
3. The PREVIOUS button will take you instantly
to the last channel you were watching.
1. To change the volume of the TV set, use the ÿ
VOL ÷buttons on the remote or on the front
panel.
2. To quickly turn off the sound, press the MUTE
button on the remote. The “MUTE” will appear
on the screen, colored green. To return the
volume to its previous level, press MUTE again.

Changing the TV’s Channel Memory
Your TV’s channel determines the channels that are available using the ùCH übuttons. You can
add channels to this memory or remove them from memory. If a channel is removed from memory
you can tune to it with the ùCH übuttons.
If there is just one channel memorized, then the Add/Delete Channels function will search the whole
channels. But if there are two or more channels memorized, then the Add/Delete Channels function
will search the memorized channels only.
Adding/Deleting a channel to memory
1. Use the number buttons to tune to the channel.
2. Press the MENU button twice, then “Set Up” menu will display.
3. Use the ùCH übuttons to select “Add/Delete Channels”, then use the ÿVOL ÷button to enter
the Add/Delete Channels” process.
4. If the channel is not in memory, then use the ÿVOL ÷button to delete the channel from memory.
5. If the channel is in memory, then use the ÿVOL ÷button to delete the channel from memory.
6. If you are going to delete another channel, press the ùCH übuttons until desired channel is
selected. Press the ÿVOL ÷button to delete the channel.
7. Wait 10 seconds or press the MENU button four times to ex
Displaying the Current Channel
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1. To quickly see the current channel number and
status, press DISPLAY button on the remote
control
The current channel number and status will be
displayed.

Adjusting Video Settings
You may wish to adjust the video settings (e.g. contrast or color) to obtain the most pleasing picture.
To do so, follow these directions:
1. With the TV on, press the MENU button, then the “video” menu will appear.
2. The “settings” item will be selected. Use the ÿVOL ÷buttons to turn Settings to Preset or
Custom.
3. Use the ùCH übuttons to select the video settings you wish to adjust. Descriptions of the video
settings are on the next page.
4. Use the ÿVOL ÷buttons to adjust the video setting to the level you prefer.
5. Use the ùCH übuttons to select another video setting to adjust.
6. When you are finished, press the MENU button until OSD will disappear.
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Returning to the Factory Settings
If you would like to return to the original video settings, as they were calibrated at the factory, follow
these steps:
1. With the TV on, press the MENU button, then “Video” menu will appear.
2. Press the ÿVOL ÷buttons to set the “Settings” to “Preset”.
The TV will remember the “Custom” settings you had previously chosen. When you set “Settings” to
“Custom” again, your previous custom settings will be restored.
Descriptions of Video settings
The contrast setting controls the relation between the light and black of the screen. If the light areas
are too bright and are loosing details, press the ÿVOL button: if the picture is gray and lacks contrast,
press the VOL ÷button.
The brightness settings controls the overall amount of light in the picture. If the picture is too bright,
press the ÿVOL button: if the picture is too dark, press the VOL ÷button.
Sharpness controls how the TV displays edges of objects on screen. If the TV shows multiple vertical
lines at the edges of an object, press the ÿVOL button: if the vertical edges of an on-screen objects
are fuzzy, press the VOL ÷button.
The color setting controls the intensity of color. If the color is over-saturated, press the ÿVOL button:
if the color is washed out. Press the VOL ÷button.
The tint setting controls the relationship of red and green in a picture. Tint is especially noticeable in
flesh tones. If the flesh tones seem too red or purple, press the VOL ÷button: if flesh tones are too
green, press the ÿVOL button.
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Using Timer Functions
Your TV has a built-in clock, and you can set the TV to turn on and off at times that you select. You
can also set your TV to turn off after counting down a certain amount of time.
Setting the Clock
1. With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
2. The “Set Clock” item will be selected. Press the ÿVOL ÷buttons to set the clock. If you hold
down either ÿVOL or VOL ÷button, the corresponding numbers will change more quickly.
3. When the clock is set correctly, use the ùCH übuttons to select another “Time” function, or press
the MENU button until menu OSD will disappear.
Setting the Wake-Up timer
If you enter a time in the “Wake-Up time” setting, your TV will automatically turn on at that time.
Follow these instructions to set the “Wake-Up time”.
After the Wake-Up Timer has turned on the TV set, if the user does not input the user control (e.g.
remote CH or VOL key) within 15 minutes, the TV set will turn off automatically. If the user inputs the
user control within15 minutes, the TV set will turn on continuously.
It is a safety feature for prevention of any kind of problem without human control.
1. With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
2. Use the ùCH übuttons to select “Wake-Up Time” item.
3. If you hold down either ÿVOL or VOL ÷button, the corresponding numbers will change more
quickly.
4. When the setting is correct, use the ùCH übuttons to select another “Time” function, or press the
MENU button until menu OSD is displayed.
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Setting the Off Timer
If you enter a time in the “Off time” setting, your TV will automatically turn off at that time. Follow
these instructions to set the “Off time”.
1. With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
2. Use the ùCH übuttons to select “Off time” item.
3. If you hold down either ÿVOL or VOL ÷button, the corresponding numbers will change more
quickly.
4. When the setting is correct, use the ùCH übuttons to select another “Time” function: or press the
MENU button until menu OSD is displayed.
Canceling the Wake-up Timer or Off Timer
If you would like to cancel the wake-up timer or the Off timer, Press the ÿVOL ÷buttons until the
timer settings return to “--:--“.
The wake-up Timer and Off Timer will not function correctly unless the clock has been set.
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Setting the Sleep Timer
The sleep timer allows you to set the amount of time from 15 minutes to 120 minutes. TV will count
down the amount of time you set, then turn itself off.
To set the sleep timer:
1. With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Time” menu is displayed.
2. Use the ùCH übuttons to select “Sleep timer” item.
3. Use the ÿVOL ÷buttons to set the sleep time. Each time you press VOL, you step between the
available sleep times: 15 min., 30 min., 45 min., 90 min., or 120 min.
4. When the setting is correct, use the ùCH übuttons to select another “Time” function, or press the
MENU button until menu OSD is displayed.
5. You can also set the “Sleep timer” during normal TV viewing, simply by pressing the SLEEP
button on the remote control. This button will step through the available sleep times (see step 3),
one by one.
To cancel the Sleep timer, turn the TV set off, or set the sleep time to “0” using one of the methods
described above.
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Additional Features
This section contains descriptions of the more advanced features of your
TV.
Changing the language of the On-screen Menus
You can choose to display the on-screen menus in English, Spanish,
or French.
To choose the on-screen language:
1. With the TV on, press the MENU button twice, then “Set-Up” menu will appear.
2. The “Language” item will be selected. Press the ÿVOL ÷buttons to select the language
you want to use: English, Spanish or French.
3. To return to normal TV viewing, press the MENU button until menu OSD is displayed.
Captioning
Many TV shows contain “closed captions”. These are hidden words that
can be displayed on your TV screen. There are two types of these words:
“captions” usually follow the action on-screen, providing a written version
of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects; “text” is not usually related to
the action on-screen, often providing information such as news or
weather. A TV program might provide more than one set of captions
or one set of text.
To set your TV to display captions or text:
1. With the TV turned on, press the MENU button until “Special” menu will be displayed.
2. The “Closed Caption” item is selected. To turn captioning on, use the ÿVOL ÷buttons to
select Captions (C1 or C2) or text (T1 or T2).
3. Wait 10 seconds, or press the MENU button to return to normal TV viewing. Your setting
will remain intact until you change it.
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