Citizen 26CL705 User manual

USER MANUAL
26CL705
26” LCD Television
Easy PC Connection
Customize your Picture and Sound
www.citizen-electronics.com

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions……………………………………… 2
Packing List…………………………………………………………. 5
Batteries for Remote Control……………………………………… 6
Component Description…..………………………………………... 8
Remote Control...…………………………………………………… 10
Installation…………………………………………………………… 11
Menu Operation…………………………………………………….. 12
(1) Picture Setting Menu……………………………………….. 12
(2) Sound Setting Menu………………………………………... 13
(3) Channel Setting Menu……………………………………… 13
(4) Timer Setting Menu…………………………………………. 16
(5) Function Setting Menu……………………………………… 17
Parental Controls…………………………………………………… 19
Sleep Timer…………………………………………………………. 20
Trouble Shooting……………………………………………………. 21
Warranty Information……………………………………………….. 22
Note: All images in this manual are for example only. Actual product may
differ from these images.

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Electrical energy can perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal
injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and
manufactured with the highest priority on safety. But IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN
POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. In order to prevent potential danger,
please adhere to the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning this product.
To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD TV product, please read the
following precautions carefully before using this product.
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Read these instructions---All operating instructions must be read and understood before
the product is operated.
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Keep these instructions---These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe
place for future reference.
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Heed all warnings--- All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed
closely.
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Follow all instructions---All operating instructions must be followed.
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Attachments---Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Do not
use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of improper attachments can
result in malfunction or injury.
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Grounding connection--This apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket with properly
grounded outlets.
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Power source---This products power consumption information is located on the rear Rating
Label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the cable connection.
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Power cable protection --- Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched
particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
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.
This symbol indicates
"DANGEROUS VOLTAGE"
inside the product that
presents a risk of electric
shock or personal injury.
This symbol
indicates
important
instructions
accompanying
product.
Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
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WARNING
moisture.
To reduce the
risk of fire or
electric shock, do
not expose this
product to rain or
Do not expose this
damage.
apparatus to
dripping, splashing,
or liquid filled
objects such as
vases. Doing so
may cause potential
wide slot of the wall power outlet, and fully insert. Refer to the
Caution:To prevent electric shock,match wide blade of the power plug to
identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its
proper operating voltage.

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product for its proper operating voltage.
on other equipment as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
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Entering of objects and liquids---Never insert any objects or liquids into the ventilation
holes or openings on this television. High voltage flows through this television, and
doing so may cause electric shock and/or damage to the television.
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Damage requiring service--- Refer all servicing to a qualified service technician. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way. Possible conditions of
damage are as follows:
a. When the power cable or plug is damaged.
b. When a liquid is spilled on the product or when objects have
fallen into the product.
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water.
Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage,
which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged in any way.
f. When the product displays an abnormal condition or exhibits a distinct change in
performance. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product
needs servicing.
Warning: This unit should only be serviced by an authorized and properly trained
technician.
Opening the cover or other attempts by the user to service this unit may result in serious
injury or death from electrical shock, and may increase the risk of fire.
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Replacement parts---In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the
service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the
same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts
can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger.
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Safety checks---Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service
technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating
condition.
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Wall mounting---To ensure proper safety when mounting this television, be sure to
install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
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Stand--- Do not place the product on an unstable trolley, stand,
tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can
cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries
as well as damage to the product. When mounting the product
on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use
manufacturer.
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Overloading---Do not overload wall outlets, extension cables, or convenience receptacles
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Power plug Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
only the mounting hardware recommended by the
d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the
operating instructions.
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Careful move--- Use only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven
floor surfaces can cause the product to fall from the trolley.
The disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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The MAINS plug or appliance coupler of this apparatus is used as the disconnect device.

19. Lightning---Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This
will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line
surges.
20. Do not use this apparatus near water---for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
Do not use immediately after moving from a low temperature to
high temperature environment, as this causes condensation,
which may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
flame sources (such as candles) on this television. Doing so
may cause electrical damage and or fire.
22. Clean only with a dry cloth---Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use only a dry cloth for cleaning.
23. Ventilation---Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The vents and
other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not
cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient
ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the
product. Do not place the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation
openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; Do not place the product in
an enclosed space such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions are followed.
24. Heat sources---Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
25. Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for 10
minutes can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the screen.
also, some network/program logos, phone numbers, teletext and images in 4:3 format
etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty.
26. Panel protection---The LCD panel used in this product is made
of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or
impacted upon by other objects. Be careful not to be injured by broken
glass pieces in case the LCD panel breaks.
27. Pixel defect---The LCD panel is a very high technology product, giving
you finely detailed pictures. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen
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21. Do not place heavy foreign object, liquid containers, or open
as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this does not affect the performance
of your product.
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28. When the LCD TV reaches its end of life and needs to be disposed. Please contact
your local waste disposal facility to arrange proper disposal procedures.

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29. Working condition of the product: Temperature: 0ć~40ć
Storage condition of the product: Temperature: -20ć~50ć
Notes:
ķPlease note that the menus and illustrations in this manual may differ from those in your
actual television.
ĸUpon initial setup, please make sure that all equipment is powered off.
PACKING LIST
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Please keep all packaging materials for future convenient use when transporting this item.
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LCD TV 1
Operation Manual 1
Inf rared Remote Control 1
AC Power Cable 1
AAA Batt er ies 2
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BATTERIES FOR REMOTE CONTROL
If the remote control fails to operate the LCD TV functions, replace the batteries in the
remote control.
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1. Push down to open the battery
cover.
2. Insert two AAA-size batteries. 3. Close up the cover until the
lock clicks.
ƔPlace the batteries with their
terminals corresponding to the (+)
and (-) indications in the battery
compartment.
Precaution on battery use
Improper use of batteries can result in a leakage of chemicals and/or explosion.
Be sure to follow the instructions below.
ƽPlace the batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (-) indications in the
battery compartment.
ƽDifferent types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix batteries of different
types.
ƽDo not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new
batteries and/or cause old batteries to leak chemicals.
ƽRemove batteries as soon as they are non-operable. Chemicals that leak from batteries
can cause a rash. If chemical leakage is found, wipe with a damp cloth.
ƽThe batteries supplied with the product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage
conditions.
If the remote control is not used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the
remote control.
GENERAL INFORMATION
 Radio Frequency input; support CATV
Can store up to 181 TV channels
 AV input
Used to connect a DVD Player, VCR, or Video Camera.
 Y/C component signal input (same as S-VIDEO input)
Convenient for hooking up a DVD Player to receive better picture quality.
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 YPBPR input
1080i formats.
 MTS Stereo Decoding Function
Enjoy stereo, bilingual and mono programs.
 VGA input
a. This television can be used as a monitor by connecting it to a computer.
By connecting the 3.5mm audio cord from your computer into this television, you
will be able to listen to audio from your computer on this television.
 HDMI Input
Enjoy rich High Definition images straight from a High Definition source.
 Blue background without signal
When no signal is detected in the TV, AV, S-VIDEO, and YPBPR modes, a soft blue
 Multi Language On-Screen Display menu
Ordinary and graphical user interface makes the menu operation user-friendly
Energy Saving Mode (Power management mode)
power off within 5 minutes and enter into the Power Energy Saving Mode. It will
Ǐǐon the remote control.
 Plug and Play
 Adjusts the picture’s quality automatically
 No flicker, no radiation, greenness and health
 Auto on as time is set
 Zoom mode
 Legerity, convenient, low power consumption
 MACROVISION auto identification function
 CCD Function
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Capable of receiving high definition YPBPR signal in 480i, 480P, 576i, 576P, 720P,
b.
background is displayed. This is not a malfunction. Please ensure that all the appropriate
cables are connected.
There is no need to equip any installation software when the product is used as a
computer monitor.
automatically work again when it receives a signal from the PC. In addition, you can press
When used as a PC display terminal without a PC signal input, the LCD TV will automatically

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Component Description
LCD TV - Front Panel
Panel Buttons
Description
Number Name
ķǔMENUǕ
YPBPR1,YPBPR2, PC and HDMI
ĸǔTV/AVǕ
ĹǔVOL+Ǖ
ĺǔVOL-Ǖ
ĻǔCH+Ǖ
ļǔCH-Ǖ
ĽǔǕ
Window
ŁTo receive the signal from the remote control.
łPower Indicator
Red indicator lighting, this means the TV is in standby mode;
Blue indicator lighting, this means the TV is in normal working
condition
Notice: In this manual, the icon with “
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”means the button on the
remote control
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the icon with “
ǔ Ǖ
”means the button on the LCD TV.
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To enter or quit from the OSD (On Screen Display) menu.
The same function asǏMENUǐon the remote control
function asǏǐon the remote control
The same
function asǏǐon the remote control
The same
To increase the sound volume. Adjust functions in menu
operation.
To decrease the sound volume. Adjust functions in menu
operation.
1. In TV mode, increase the channel number
2.To select functions in menu operation.
The same function asǏǐon the remote control
1. In TV mode, decrease the channel number
2. To select functions in menu operation.
The same function asǏǐon the remote control
The same function asǏǐon the remote control .
To turn the LCD TV to STANDBY mode or press again to exit
STANDBY mode.
To switch among the signal source TV, AV1, AV2,S-VIDEO,
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2. LCD TV - Rear Panel
Terminal Description
Number Name Description
ķHDMI HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connection.
This television can be used as a computer monitor by connecting it
to a PC using a VGA cable.
ĸPC
Port for PC audio connectionĹPC AUDIO
used to connect the video signal from a DVD player, video game
console, and various other devices for good picture quality.
ĺYPbPr
ĻAUDIO IN audio signal input terminal
ļVIDEO IN video signal input terminal
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ľTV Signal input RF input for a television cable/satellite connection.
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S-VIDEO used to connect the video signal from a DVD player, video game
console and other devices.
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Remote Control
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1. Remove the LCD TV from the box and place it on a flat surface in a well-ventilated
location.
Installation
2. Connect the output terminal of the RF cable to the corresponding TV RF signal input terminal.
For best results use a high quality coax cable.
3. Connect the output terminal of the AV devices such as YPBPR, DVD to the corresponding
terminal on the LCD TV.
4. Connect one end of the PC terminal to the corresponding signal source terminal, and
connect the other end to the corresponding LCD TV terminal. Screw down the screws on
both sides to secure it.
Caution: When connecting, plug directly and lightly to the interface, otherwise you may
damage the pins.
5. Ensure that every AV signal cable is correctly connected to the corresponding interface.
6. Connect one end of the power cable to the power input jack of the LCD TV, then plug the
other end to the corresponding jack.
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RECALL : Return to last viewed program
P. M O D E : Select different modes of picture settings
S.MODE : Select different modes of sound settings
MENU : To go to the On Screen Display (OSD) menus
Ǐǐ˖Channel Up/Up
Ǐǐ: Channel Down/Down
Ǐǐ: Volume Down/Left
Ǐǐ:Volume Up/Right
CH+ : Scroll to next channel
CH- : Scroll to previous channel
VOL- :Decrease audio volume
VOL+ : Increase audio volume
OK : Select or confirm menu item
DISPLAY : Show info of current program
CCD : Press to display the closed caption
POWER ON/OFF : Power the television on/off
0-9 Channel Keys : Key in the alphanumeric digits to switch to the designated channel directly
SLEEP : Select time of TV to sleep mode
MUTE : Mute sound
AV/TV: Toggle between different signal sources available
MTS : Switch between Mono/Stereo/SAP.
ZOOM : Adjust displayable aspect ratio

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Menu Operation
1. Use the On Screen Display menu to set and adjust functions.
2. Use Ǐǐ/Ǐǐto select the desired menu after pressingǏMENUǐ, then press Ǐǐ
to enter the corresponding menu option.
3. Use Ǐǐ/Ǐǐto adjust the options value and return to the previous menu by pressing
ǏMENUǐagain.
4. Some functions may not be available in some modes.
Operating in TV, AV1, AV2, S-VIDEO, YPBPR 1, YPBPR 2, PC, and HDMI modes.
(1) Picture Setting Menu
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Function Description
Item
Picture Mode Normal, Soft, Vivid and User (four picture modes are provided)
Brightness To adjust the picture’s brightness.
Contrast To adjust the picture’s contrast.
Saturation To adjust the picture’s saturation.
Sharpness To adjust the picture’s sharpness.
Hue To adjust the picture’s hue. (For NTSC signal only)
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(2) Sound Setting Menu
Item Function Description
Sound Mode Normal, Movie, News and User (four sound modes are provided)
Volume To adjust the volume
Bass To adjust the accompanying sound’s bass
Treble To adjust the accompanying sound’s treble
Balance To adjust the balance between the right and left track.
(3) Function Setting Menu
ƹLanguage
OSD language selection, the TV has English and other OSD languages.
ƹBlue Back
The on and off modes of blue Screen are as following:
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When there is no TV signal When there is no other signals
On Blue Screen Blue Screen˄Black Screen in PC Mode˅
Off Pictures spotted with snowflake Blue Screen˄Black Screen in PC Mode˅

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ƹTimer
PressǏǐto enter into the Timer sub menu. The display is as follows:
PressǏ
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ǐto select different items, and press Ǐǐ/Ǐǐto adjust Current,
Off Time, On Time, and On Channel
Item Function Description
Set the current time by pressing Ǐǐ/Ǐǐto change the time
Parameter (hour:minute).
Current
Set the time to turn off the TV by pressingǏǐ/Ǐǐto change the
time parameter (hour:minute).
Off Time
Set the time to turn on the TV by pressingǏǐ/Ǐǐto change the
time parameter (hour:minute).
On Time
Set the TV's power on channel by pressing Ǐǐ/Ǐǐ.
On Channel
ƹCC
You can select Closed Caption, if available,
G
to be displayed on screen.
ƹParent Guide
You may prevent children from watching programs not suitable for them, such as adult or
violent programs.
PressǏǐto enter the Parent Guide Menu. The default password is “0000”.
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In the Parent Control mode, pressǏǐto view the password submenu. Press the
number buttons on the remote control to enter the password. The default password is “0000”.
Press the number buttons on the remote control to set the new password. When the new
password has been inputted twice, the setting has finished successfully. The TV will go back
to previous menu.
ĆAfter a password change has been made, please retain the new password for future
use. If you happen to lose your new password, the master password is "8888".
ƹV-CHIP (ON/OFF)
ƹTV Rating
PressǏǐto enter into the TV Rating Menu. The display is as following:
Note: the default V-CHIP setting is OFF. While V-CHIP is off, no programs are blocked from
viewing.
ƹChange Password

TG-G: General Audience L: Strong Language
TV-PG: Parental Guidance suggested S: Adult situations
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned V: Violence
TV-MA: Mature Audience only
French Rating
For Canadian French Language Rating System, the following six ratings are available: 
Exempt
G : General programming, suitable for all audience
8 ANS + : Children 8 years and older
13 ANS + : Children 13 years and older
16 ANS + : Children 16 years and older
18 ANS +: Adult Programming
(4) Channel Setting Menu
Item Function Description
pressed during the search, the search will cancel and return to the
previous channel setting menu.
Auto Tune
Fine Tune Increase or decrease the frequency value.
Air/Cable Set the TV channel table to Air, Cable, HRC or IRC
When one program is preset to On, you will find the program skipped
during programs switch by pressingǏCH+ǐorǏCH-ǐ
Skip
Note: this option is available in the TV menu only.
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TV-Y7: Directed to older children D: Suggestive Dialogue
TV-Y: All children Fv: Fantasy Violence
Press > to enter into the Auto Search menu. If the MENU button is
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Function Description
Item
H Position To adjust the picture’s H Position
V Position To adjust the picture’s V Position.
Clock To adjust the picture’s sampling frequency
Phase To adjust the picture’s sampling phase.
To automatically adjust the picture’s Horizontal Position and
Vertical Position
Auto Sync
Note: this menu is only available in PC mode.
(6) Advance Setting Menu
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Function Description
Item
Scale To adjust the displayable aspect ratio such as 16:9 or 4:3
High, medium, low and off
(four 3D NR modes are provided)
3D NR
modes are provided) Only when the Color Temp is set
as User mode, you can change the value of Red, Green or
Blue.
Color Temp.
Back Light To adjust Back Light
To adjust menu transparency according to the different
background pictures.
OSD Transparency
OSD Duration To adjust the OSD display time
PressǏǐto enter into the PIP sub menu. The display is as following:
Function Description
Item
PIP MODE To select PIP mode on or off
SUB Source To select the signal input terminal of the sub-window
PIP SIZE To adjust the size of the sub-window
PIP Position To adjust the position of the sub-window
To select the sound input from the main-window or
sub-window
Sound Source
Note: PIP (Picture -In-Picture) is only available in the YPBPR1, YPBPR2, PC, and
HDMI modes.
z Sound Mode Selection
PressǏS.MODEǐto select between User, Normal, News and Movie modes. The last three
modes are default settings that cannot be adjusted. Entering the User mode allows settings
to be adjusted to the users preferences.
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Normal, Warm, Cool and User (four colour temperature

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Sound Mode Sound Quality
User For the user’s preference
Normal For general programs
News For general programs of conversations and news reports
Movie For better audience effect as soft, magnificent and vivid
Note: The operation and setting of the Volume Control are applicable to all signal
sources.
zPicture Mode Selection
PressǏP. M O D E ǐto Switch among User, Soft, Normal and Vivid modes.
Picture Mode Picture Quality
User For the user’s preference
Normal For general programs
Soft For more mellow pictures
Vivid For better visual effect such as magnificent and vivid
Note: This setting is available to all video signal sources.
zBacking Out Function
Press ǏRECALLǐon the remote control, the TV will quickly go back to the previously
selected channel.
z MTS
ķ Capable of identifying MTS with the control status: the TV would memorize SAP after it
is identified: the TV would memorize Stereo after it is identified.
ĸ There is an OSD display to show the changes in broadcasting signals:
Ĺ Press ǏMTS/SAPǐto switch between MONO, STEREO and SAP.
zSignal Switch
Use Ǐǐ/Ǐǐto select the desired signal after pressingǏAV/TVǐon the remote control to
select between the signal sources: TV, AV1, AV2ˈS-VIDEO, YPBPR1, YPBPR2 PC and
HDMI. The order is displayed as below:
S-VIDEO
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