Changhong Electric 43AP75 User manual

Changhong
REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION
OPERATION MANUAL
43AP75
51APB5
51AP95
51AP15W
43APB1W
43APG1W

Contents
SETTING UP
For your safety-Some do's and don'ts for you to be aware of . 1
Installation and other points to follow. 3
Your new television's remote control-on at-a-glance guide . 4
Connecting and turning on your new TV. 5
Choosing the language and Auto Tuning . 6
Manually Tuning your TV -an alternative to Auto tuning . 7
Sorting programme positions . 8
Fine Tuning and skip . 9
USING YOUR TV
General controls-changing programme position, still picture . 10
Sound controls-volume, sound mute, bass boost, bass/treble/balance . 10
Picture controls-picture preferences,digital noise reduction(DNR),adjusting the aspect ratio ■ 11
Picture controls-Automatic Convergence Adjustment . 12
Picture controls-Manual Convergence Adjustment . 13
Picture controls-PIP Controls . 14
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
The timer and display-informing the TV to turn on/off and time display . 15
Panel lock-disabling the buttons on the front of the TV. 15
Stereo and bilingual transmissions-stereo or dual languages broadcasts . 15
Sleep Timer . 15
AV connections and input selection-input Selection and output signal . 16
TELETEXT
Auto and List modes-Moving around, Auto, List . 17
Control buttons . 18
CONNECTING OTHER EQUIPMENT
Side or front connections and controls . 20
Back connections . 21
FOR YOUR GUIDANCE
The on screen Menus-a display of the main on-screen menus for your reference . 22
Questions and Answers . 23
OTHER INFORMATION
Notes-a page for you to record your own information . 25
X The OSD and figures shown in this manual may be somewhat different from the actual situation.

SETTING UP
r
For your safety
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. So,
please read the points below for your own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help you with all your
electronic consumer products and some points may not apply to the goods you have just purchased.
Air Circulation...
Leave at least 10cm clearance around the television to allow adequate ventilation. This will prevent the TV from
overheating and consequential possible damage to the TV. Dusty places should also be avoided.
Heat Damage...
J
Damage may occur if you leave the TV in direct sunlight or near a heater. Avoid places subject to extremely high
temperatures or humidity, or locations where the temperature is likely to fall below 5°C(41 °F).
Mains Supply...
The mains supply required for this equipment is discribed in Specifications and Accessories table. Never
connect to a DC supply or any other power source. DO ensure that the TV is not standing on the mains lead. DO
NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment, this incorporates a special Radio Interference Filter, the removal
of which will impair its performance. The fuse should only be replaced by a correctly rated and approved type
and the fuse cover must be refitted. IF IN DOUBT PLEASE CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-connections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO use the Auto Convergence Adjustment function (See page 12) or press SMART FOCUS button on side or
front AV panel (See page 20), When this projection TV is installed first time or it has been moved or its direction
has been changed.
After this Auto adjustment, if the picture effect is still not satisfactory, please adjust it by using Manual
Convergence Adjustment function (See page 13).
DO Switch off your projection TV if the picture becomes abnormal and then switch it on. If the picture is still
abnormal, please do switch off your TV immediately in order not to cause any further damage to this TV and then
contact professional personnel for service.
l

For your safety
_ Do not... _ J
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains,
etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T allow electical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing or objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DON'T place hot objects or naked flame sources, such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to
equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws. To ensure complete safety, always fit the
manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended, unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for
unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure your
family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or it is damaged in
any way. Switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other openings. This
could result in a fatal electric shock.
NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind. It is better to be safe than sorry.
2

Installation and
other points to follow
Locate the television away from direct sunlight and strong lights. Soft,
indirect lighting is recommended for comfortable viewing. Place the >
TV directly on the floor or a sturdy platform. The mounting /^zz
surface should be flat and steady. If you install the TV onto a /
soft floor covering, make sure that the covering will not be /
damaged by the weight of the TV. j
Use curtains or blinds to prevent direct sunlight falling on
the screen.
Always take great care when moving this TV as it could \
mark polished floor surfaces or damage floor coverings. \
1
L. pH
I
If stationary images generated by TELETEXT, CHANNEL IDENTIFICATION LOGOS, COMPUTER DISPLAYS,
VIDEO GAMES, ON SCREEN MENUS, etc. are left on the TV screen for any length of time, they will become
permanently ingrained.
If you use your television to display completely still images, or moving pictures which have a permanent still
image superimposed e.g. broadcast network logos, it is always advisable to reduce BOTH the brightness and
contrast settings.
THIS DAMAGE IS EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR AND IS NOT PROTECTED BY YOUR
WARRANTY AS IT IS THE RESULT OF MISUSE.
Cleaning the screen
The PTV uses slap-up exactitude optical screen. Please pay much attention to:
1. Keep environment clean; reduce dust or other pollution of the screen.
2. Avoid any liquid splash the screen that cannot get rid of completely.
3. Do not wipe the screen. Please cut off the power first, then pat the screen with soft clean cloth or
blow the screen with blower in cold wind far away from the screen’s surface if necessary. Avoid
lacerate the screen carefully.
Disposal...
When the set reaches the end of its useful life please dispose of it in accordance with Local Government
Regulations or at a recycling centre.
Please don't turn on/off the TV repeatedly and rapidly, otherwise your TV may not work properly.
3

SETTING UP
Your new television's remote control
Simple, at-a-glance reference of your remote controls buttons...
The batteries... and the effective range of the remote...
J
®
e
P
—
prfr
©
[©J w
&
—
Remove the back cover to reveal the battery compartment and make sure you
insert the batteries the right way round.
Suitable battery types for this remote are R03 or AAA.
Do not throw your old batteries into a fire, dispose of them in a designated
disposal area. Do not combine a used, old battery with a new one or mix
battery types.
The performance of the remote control will deteriorate beyond a distance of five
metres or outside an angle of 30 degrees from the centre of the TV.
4

SETTING UP
r
Connecting and turning on your new TV
To conserve energy it is best to turn your TV off and not to leave it in Standby, unless the timer has been set.
The TV back connections...
Connect the aerial to the socket on the rear of the television.
ttie reat of V oUt
TV
J
... and switching your new TV on/off
aj TURNING ON
a. Stand-By Mode
Press the on/off button in the front of your television. Your television goes to turning on mode.
b. Turning TV ON
When the TV is in stand-by mode, you can turn it on by pressing (Jj) button on the remote control or
CH+/CH- keys on the panel of TV.
TURNING OFF
a. T urning TV OFF
When you wish to turn off your television, press the on/off button on it.
b. S tand-By Mode
To turn TV off for a short while, press ( I } button on the remote control .
5

SETTING UP
Choosing the language and Auto Tuning
To choose your language, press the MENU
button, and use the V + button to select
Tuning from the top bar.
Picture Sound] 1 Timer Setup
D
MJ*
Now press the P - button to highlight
language in the Tuning menu options.
CD Press the V - or V + button to view the
language options available. As you view each
language, the words on the menus will
automatically change for you.
Now press the P - button to highlight Auto
Tuning.
Language
◄ English ►
Auto Tuning
◄ AUTO
►
Manual Tuning ►
Sort ►
(Exit )
to Exit
+
CL
f
CL
to Select
V+ to Enter
ID Then the V+ button to go to the Auto Tuning
screen.
c§j Press V+ button to select your country.
Warning!
All channel settings
will be changed!
Sound system
Start
( Exit )
to Exit
[Menu]
to Previous menu
CzJ
Press the P- button highlight Start and then
press the V+ button.
CD The search will begin for all available stations.
► ►►► will flash.
9J When the search is complete the TV will
automatically return to programme positionl.
This may not be a clear picture, so you may
wish to change the station order, using Sort ,
on page 8.
6

Manually Tuning your TV
As an alternative to Auto Tuning, you can tune-in your television manually using Manual Tuning. F or example: if
you have used Auto Tuning but wish to tune-in a station on another System.
Manual Tuning
These options will appear as you select the "Manual
Tuning" item in Tuning menu options.
Programme Sound System
Search Skip Fine Tuning
Channel Name
Programme: The number to be pressed on the remote control.
Sound System: Specific to certain areas.
Search: Search up and down for a signal.
Skip: * means nothing has been stored or the facility
to s/c/p the channel is ON. see page 9.
Fine Tuning: Only used if you experience interference/weak signal. See
page 9.
Channel Name: Station identification. You can use the P+ and P- or
V + and V - buttons to enter up to seven characters.
•
m
m
m
m
m
m
From the top menu bar select Tuning and
with the P- button highlight Manual Tuning
and the v+ button to select.
programme position you require e.g. we
suggest prog. 0 for your video.
Press the v+ button to select Sound System
and use P+ or P- to chang e (if required).
XXXMHz: the frequency data of current
channel.
Press the v+ button to select Search.
Press the P+ or P- button to begin the search.

SETTING UP
Manually Tuning your TV continued
Sorting programme positions
Press P- to highlight Sort.
On finding a signal it will show on the
television, if it is not your desire, press the P +
or P- button again to restart the search.
When the signal is found, press the v+ button
to move along to Channel Name. With the v+,
v-,P+ and P-buttons, put in the required
characters, e.g. VCR.
Channel Name |
A
IXXXMHzl
COk ) to Store
(Exit ) to Exit
C Menu) to Previous menu
Now press OK to store.
(U Repeat for each programme position you want
to tune, e.g. to tune to Programme Position 6
press the p+ or p- button repeatedly to select
6 then repeat from step 3. Or, press MENU to
return to and select the next number to tune.
Oo) Press EXIT when you have finished tuning in.
To sort programme positions
LJ
After tuning, if you want to change the position
of certain programmes you can. Sort is an
easy way of storing each channel on the
programme position of your choice.
Press the MENU button and then the V- or V+
button to select the Tuning option from the top
bar.
Tun
ing
f mm
Pla F
Language <
English
►
System <
AUTO
► 1
Auto Tuning
►
Manual Tuning
►
_i
(Exit ]
to Exit
+
CL
f
CL
to Select
V+ to Enter
Lsj
Press V + to enter, the list of stations is now
showing. With the P- or P+ button highlihgt the
station you want to move and press OK to
select.
Sort
30
376M
32 400M
33
425M
34
432M
(Exit )
to Exit
(OK )
to Select
P-, P +
Up/Down
(Menu) to Previous menu
(U Use the P- or P+ button to move through the
list to your preferred position. As you do so the
other stations will move to make room.
Now press the OK button to set your move.
cd Repeat as necessity and then press EXIT.
8